Mesh is a hair extension method where a thin, soft net is attached to the head and the hair is then attached to the net. Your own hair is pulled through the net and does not carry the weight.
- What? – Soft net attached to the head, hair attached to the net.
- Who? – Thin hair, hair loss, alopecia, sparse areas.
- How long? – Lasts for months, move-up every two to three months.
- Pros/cons? – Pros: doesn't load your own hair. Cons: requires careful maintenance.
How it differs from other methods
The difference lies in who the method is made for. Most hair extensions need your own hair to be strong enough to carry the weight. Mesh moves the load away from the strands and makes it possible to get volume and coverage even when your own hair is thin, sparse or unevenly distributed.
That makes the method an option for hereditary hair loss, alopecia, hair loss after pregnancy or illness, and sparse areas that a regular application can't cover. We check the condition of your scalp before we decide – mesh requires the skin to be healthy and calm.
Maintenance decides the result
Maintenance matters more here than with any other method. The net needs to be kept clean, the scalp needs air, and the treatment needs regular check-ups. That is built into how we book you: you get a return appointment right away.
We do mesh at our salon at Norrtullsgatan 26A in Stockholm. Book a consultation first, so we can look at your scalp before booking the treatment itself.
Frequently asked questions
Is mesh suitable for alopecia?
Often yes, but it depends on the type and extent, and on the condition of your scalp. For larger bald areas a wig or hair piece can give a better result, and we go through that at the consultation.
Does the net show when the hair is wet?
No, not if it is correctly placed and covered. The net sits under the hair, and the density is adapted to how much of your own hair we have to work with.
Can I have mesh if I have very little hair left?
Then mesh may not be right. The net needs something to attach to, and if that is missing we would rather look at a hair piece or wig.