Hair Trichology

Trichology is the study of the hair and scalp. As a Clinically Certified Trichologist, Kristan looks at your hair, your scalp, your health history, your bloodwork, and your daily habits to figure out why your hair is changing and what will help. We focus on the whole picture: what is happening on the scalp, what is happening inside the body, and what you are doing day to day. Trichologists are not medical doctors, so when something is outside our scope we will refer you to a physician.

Anyone who is noticing changes in their hair or scalp. That includes thinning, a widening part, more shedding than usual, hair loss after a baby, illness, stress, or weight loss, and changes during perimenopause or menopause. It also includes itching, flaking, or a scalp that just doesn't feel right. Men and women are both welcome. The earlier you come in, the more we can protect.

No. You can book directly with us. If anything we find needs medical attention, we'll tell you and help you know what to ask your doctor.

Your first visit is about an hour with Kristan. We go through your history, talk about what you are noticing, and do your initial scope so we can see your scalp up close. You leave with a plan: your home care routine, product recommendations, and the bloodwork we would like you to get. If your scalp needs a good cleanse before we start, we may book you for a scalp spa with Liberty first so your products can do their job.

Bring:

• A list of every medication and supplement you take, including doses.
• Any recent bloodwork.
• The hair and scalp products you use.

Also think about when you first noticed changes and anything that happened in the months before that, like illness, surgery, a new medication, a pregnancy, big stress, or weight loss. Shedding often shows up two to three months after the event that caused it, so that window matters.

A trichoscope is a digital microscope that magnifies your scalp so we can see things you can't see with the naked eye: follicle openings, hair thickness, thinning hairs, redness, flaking, and buildup. We photograph the same 9 spots on your head at every visit, so we can compare your scalp over time and actually measure your progress instead of guessing.

• Trichology Evaluation with Kristan: $175. This is about an hour and includes your first scope.
• Trichoscopy Progress Imaging with Liberty: $65, $95, or $120, depending on how many photos we take.
• Scalp Screening with Liberty: $35. This is a quick look through the scope, with no photos saved.

• If you just want a quick look at your scalp, book the $35 Scalp Screening with Liberty.
• If you have hair loss concerns or want a full plan, book the $175 Trichology Evaluation with Kristan.
• Already a client and due for your progress photos? Book Trichoscopy Progress Imaging with Liberty.

• Your evaluation and personalized plan.
• Trichoscope imaging of your scalp.
• Before and after comparisons so you can see your progress.
• A bloodwork review where Kristan goes through your results value by value.
• A written home care routine and product recommendations tailored to you.
• Your own private client portal with your photos, comparisons, product list, and our detailed Client FAQ.
• Direct email access to Kristan for questions between visits.

Most clients come back about every three months for a progress scope with Liberty, since that's how long it takes to see real change in the hair cycle. If we're treating scalp inflammation or dermatitis, we usually want to see you in a couple of weeks.

Hair grows slowly, so plan on at least three months before judging. Less shedding is usually the first sign, then new baby hairs, then better density over six to twelve months. Your progress photos show you exactly what's changing.

Yes. Your photos, notes, and forms are stored securely, and you'll sign our privacy forms before your first visit. We never share your information without your permission.

Call or text the salon at 810-360-0915, email kris@kbellahairstudio.com, or book online.

Losing about 50 to 100 hairs a day is normal, and you may see more on wash days. What matters is a change from your normal: clumps in the drain, hair on your pillow, a thinner ponytail, or a wider part. If you're noticing a change, it's worth a look.

The most common cause of sudden, all over shedding is telogen effluvium. It happens when a shock to the body pushes many hairs into the resting phase at once. Common triggers are illness, surgery, childbirth, major stress, rapid weight loss, a new medication, or low iron. The tricky part is that shedding usually starts two to three months after the trigger, so most people never connect the two. We help you find the cause so your hair can recover.

Usually it's the fast weight loss and eating less, especially less protein, rather than the drug itself. It's typically temporary shedding. Sometimes the weight loss also reveals thinning that was already starting underneath. We look at your scalp and bloodwork to tell the difference and build a plan to protect your hair while you reach your goals.

Yes, it's very common. Hormones during pregnancy keep hair growing longer. After delivery, those hairs all rest and shed together, usually starting two to three months after birth. It typically recovers on its own. If it isn't slowing down, or your hair isn't filling back in, low iron or thyroid changes may be slowing your recovery, and we can help.

As estrogen drops, hormones like DHT have a stronger effect on the hair follicles. Many women notice thinning on top, a wider part, or less fullness overall. This is one of the best times to start a trichology program, because the earlier we start, the more we can protect.

Yes. A major stressful event can trigger shedding a few months later, and ongoing stress can keep it going. It can also make scalp issues like itching and flaking flare up.

Yes. Flaking and itching are often caused by inflammation on the scalp, and an unhealthy scalp makes it harder for hair to grow well. With the trichoscope we can see what's actually going on, whether that's buildup, dryness, or inflammation, and get you on the right routine.

They're some of the most exciting areas in hair science right now, and we offer them at K Bella. The research is still new, and there are no FDA approved exosome products for treating hair loss, so be cautious of anyone promising miracle results. We'll give you honest guidance on whether they make sense for you.

Most store products are designed to make healthy hair look nicer, not to address why your hair is thinning. Without knowing the cause, it's easy to spend a lot on the wrong things. That's exactly what a trichology evaluation is for.

See a physician or dermatologist if you have:

• Round bald patches.
• A painful, burning, or bleeding scalp.
• Smooth, shiny areas with no hair.
• Sudden loss of eyebrows or body hair.
• Hair loss in a child.

We're always happy to work alongside your doctor.