Stuart Hogg is the latest sports star to go public about having a hair transplant. The 25-year-old rugby player, who’s appeared in two Rugby World Cup tournaments with the Scotland national team, recently opened up about his procedure on Instagram. Whether you love or hate his new look (there are plenty of opinions about it!), it is no denying that this was risky for Stuart as his job depends on visibility and image. As a professional sportsman, he has to be conscious of what the public thinks of him and how they will perceive his actions. But he’s also someone who has experienced real difficulties from hair loss from stress and genetics, so we can all applaud him for making such a brave decision at such a young age. Here’s everything you need to know about Stuart Hogg’s hair transplant…
Who is Stuart Hogg?
Stuart Hogg is a Scottish rugby union player who plays full-back for Glasgow Warriors in the Pro14. He also has played for the British and Scottish national teams, including at the 2015 Rugby World Cup. He is one of the best full-backs in the world and is considered one of the best players in Scotland. Hogg started playing rugby at the age of 10 and has been a member of the Glasgow Warriors team since 2011. In 2013, during a game against Ospreys, he suffered a broken leg after a dangerous tackle by Dan Bigger, which kept him out of rugby for six months. In 2015 he was selected as part of the British and Irish Lion’s tour to New Zealand. Hogg has been open about his struggles with hair loss. He has said that he started losing his hair in his mid-20s and that the stress of the game made it worse. He has said that he doesn’t think his hair loss is genetic, but rather caused by the stress of playing rugby.
His Hair Loss Struggle
After struggling with hair loss for a number of years, Stuart decided that he wanted to try to correct the problem. He came to the conclusion that a hair transplant was the best solution for him, and booked an appointment. This was a big decision for Stuart, particularly as he is a high-profile sports star. Whether it’s on Instagram or in the media, famous people who have had a hair transplant are often criticized for it. This is because the public associate’s hair transplants with a lack of self-confidence and vanity. This is unfortunate, as hair transplants are an incredible way for those with genuine hair loss issues to regain confidence and feel good about themselves again.
Why Did He Decide to Get a Hair Transplant?
Stuart has been very open about his decision, saying that “it was something that I had to do.” He’s managed to deal with his hair loss maturely, even though he gets a lot of criticism for it. He has been open about his journey and the positive impact it has had on his life.
Where Did He Get It Done?
Hogg got his hair transplant at a clinic called KSL Clinic in London. This is a reputable clinic that specializes in giving men better hair. He got the Advanced Hair Solutions procedure, which uses FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) technology. This is a minimally invasive treatment that allows the hair to be transplanted in a very natural way.
Implants or FUE?
Hair transplants are undertaken to increase the amount of hair on a person’s head. The most common way to do this is to take hair from the back of the head and place it on the front. Hair from this area is typically dormant and won’t be missed. This method uses hair follicles from the back of the head and places them at the front in a very artificial way. Unfortunately, this leads to a very unnatural look with plugs that can be easily seen. The other more natural way to do it is via FUE, which is what Hogg got. This is where individual hair follicles are taken and transplanted in a natural way to increase the amount of hair in a given area.
What Does This Mean for Stuart Hogg?
The procedure itself is not a quick fix, it takes time. It can take between four and six months for the hair to start growing again, so it isn’t something that can be done and seen overnight. That’s why it’s so important for those who are considering it to get the right advice from a reputable clinic about what to expect. The important thing for Hogg is that he can now lead a much more normal life without being overly conscious about his hair. He can go swimming, play sports, and just live a normal life without worrying about his hair or feeling embarrassed by it.
Final Thoughts
Hogg has had a very successful rugby career, winning two Scottish Championships and two Pro14 Championships. He has been an important player for the Glasgow Warriors team, and he has represented Scotland at the international level on more than 20 occasions. However, 2018 was a bit of a disappointing year for him, as he missed Glasgow’s run to the semi-finals of the Pro14 competition while battling a knee injury, and Scotland missed out on qualification for the 2019 Rugby World Cup. While this was a disappointing year for him in rugby, he has become a role model for other men who are experiencing hair loss and are concerned about how it will affect their confidence. By sharing his experience with a hair transplant, he’s helping other men to feel more comfortable in their own skin.
