New Hair Graft raises awareness among hairdressers about detecting hair loss
- New Hair Graft
- Sep 25, 2025
- 4 min read
Source : DEFIMEDIA 25.09.2025
The Hairdresser: First Line of Defence Against Alopecia and Hair Loss
Today, the role of the hairdresser extends far beyond simply cutting hair. Hair professionals are often trusted confidants and advisors, and frequently the first professionals to whom clients express their concerns about the health of their hair.
Recognizing this evolution, New Hair Graft, a leading hair transplant clinic in Mauritius, organized a conference on Wednesday, September 24, for students of Says Lounge, a professional hairdressing training institution located in Ebène.This initiative aims to integrate hair health awareness and hair loss prevention into the students’ curriculum, preparing them to respond knowledgeably and confidently to the expectations of their future clients.
This innovative collaboration marks a first in Mauritius, establishing a new approach in which medical professionals share their expertise with future hairdressing specialists. New Hair Graft intends to make this program a long-term initiative and to develop it into a recurring event across multiple professional training institutions.
Hair salons are often the first place where the sensitive topic of hair loss is addressed. This free educational session forms part of New Hair Graft’s broader strategy to raise awareness and make hair transplantation more accessible in Mauritius.It enables future hair and beauty professionals to better advise their clients by learning how to recognize the signs of alopecia, understand its underlying causes, and guide clients appropriately.
This approach strengthens their professional legitimacy while reinforcing client trust.
The objective is to equip these professionals with the tools needed to distinguish between cosmetic concerns and conditions requiring medical evaluation—an essential distinction for delivering personalized, high-quality care.
An Unprecedented Collaboration with Says Lounge for Hair Expertise
" We have always aimed to provide training that prepares our students not only in hairdressing techniques, but also for the complex realities of their profession. This collaboration with New Hair Graft represents a major step in that direction. We are confident that this expertise will give our students a significant competitive advantage and enable them to better support their clients throughout their careers." stated the management of Says Lounge.
Dr Arthur Movsisyan: A Leading Figure in Hair Transplantation in Mauritius
This training session was led by Dr Arthur Movsisyan, a leading figure in the field of hair restoration surgery. With more than twenty-five years of experience in Mauritius and a background in plastic surgery in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Dr Movsisyan brings exceptional expertise and credibility to the program.
He is also the only active member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) in Mauritius, a distinction that reflects his strong commitment to excellence and ongoing research in the field.
During this exchange, Dr Movsisyan shared his vision of an approach that bridges hairdressing and medical expertise:
“It is essential to create a synergy between our two fields in order to deliver a higher standard of patient care. As hairdressers are often the first point of contact in the care pathway, it is crucial to prepare them effectively for their role in guiding and advising clients,” added Dr Arthur Movsisyan.
Understanding and Diagnosing: From Temporary Hair Loss to FUE Transplantation
The conference program covered a comprehensive range of essential topics, including the presentation of the different types of hair loss, their underlying causes—whether genetic, hormonal, or nutritional—their visible symptoms, and their possible progression over time.
Dr Arthur Movsisyan emphasized preventive approaches and best practices for maintaining healthy hair—valuable guidance that future hair professionals will be able to share with their clients.
Through this training, students learned how to differentiate temporary hair shedding, often linked to stress or seasonal changes, from more serious conditions that require medical evaluation.
Signs to Watch For
“For hair professionals, as well as for our patients, it is crucial to distinguish seasonal hair shedding (telogen effluvium) from the early stages of androgenetic alopecia. During this training, Dr Movsisyan highlighted specific indicators that should raise concern well before the scalp becomes visibly exposed.”
Key Warning Signs
Hair miniaturizationThis is the most reliable early indicator. Hair does not fall out immediately but grows back progressively thinner, shorter, and lighter with each growth cycle, gradually losing texture and volume.
Recession of the frontal hairline and templesA gradual, often asymmetrical change in the hairline that exposes the forehead or temples.
Widening of the central partingParticularly common in women (Ludwig classification), characterized by diffuse thinning on the top of the scalp without recession of the frontal hairline.
Increased scalp visibility under strong lightingWhen the scalp becomes more visible through wet hair or under direct light, this indicates a significant loss of density—often exceeding 50%.
The FUE technique explained to professionals
Finally, a comprehensive introduction to hair transplantation was presented, including a detailed explanation of modern techniques such as Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), as well as a clear overview of the realistic results patients can expect from such a procedure.
This awareness-driven initiative reflects New Hair Graft’s vision to raise professional standards within the industry. In addition to the theoretical training, a dedicated question-and-answer session allowed students to engage directly with Dr Arthur Movsisyan, turning the event into a truly enriching and inspiring exchange.
Our Mission: Raising the Standards of Aesthetic Medicine in Mauritius
This awareness initiative aimed at Mauritian hair professionals reflects the core philosophy of New Hair Graft. Our objective goes beyond the sole performance of surgical procedures; we seek to establish a true chain of trust and expertise around hair health in Mauritius.
As a member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), Dr Arthur Movsisyan is committed to adhering to strict medical protocols. This includes declining hair transplantation when it is not medically indicated, offering conservative medical treatments whenever appropriate, and ensuring clear, transparent information is provided to every patient.
By training local professionals such as the team at Says Lounge, we help create an ecosystem in which patients are supported earlier, better advised, and guided toward safe, effective, and long-term medical solutions. This is our vision of medical excellence: a balance between technical expertise and ethical responsibility, always in service of the patient’s image and well-being.
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Contact us today to receive your complimentary diagnosis.
For more information:
Website: www.newhairgraft.com
Phone: +230 58 56 52 52
Email: info@newhairgraft.com
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