This page from FerriaMed Hair Care Center explains general scalp care and the limits of our services. The Hair Care Center provides nonmedical scalp care; it does not diagnose or treat disease or prescribe medication. Consult a doctor about health concerns, and follow the prescribing doctor’s instructions for medication. This content is not medical advice. Services and prices are subject to the current written information at each location.
Hair loss, medication, and scalp care
11 questionsQ01Can I have scalp care while using minoxidil?Q02My scalp itches after using minoxidil. What should I do?Q03Is there a scalp care location for hair loss in Huangpu District?Q04Can I have scalp care while receiving treatment for androgenetic alopecia?Q05I have a family history of hair loss and a widening part. Is a scalp assessment useful?Q06Minoxidil has had limited results after six months. Will adding scalp care help?Q07Is there a scalp care location near Lippo Plaza?Q08Should I trust a promise that scalp care will make my hair grow?Q09Can a scalp assessment tell me when to see a doctor?Q10I use minoxidil. What should I do before visiting?Q11Does scalp care enhance the effect of minoxidil?
Oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp conditions
10 questionsQ12I have a lot of dandruff. Can scalp care help?Q13Can scalp care cure an oily scalp?Q14Is there a deep scalp cleansing location in Xujiahui?Q15Can I have gentle scalp care while being treated for folliculitis?Q16How can I arrange routine care if I have seborrheic dermatitis?Q17My scalp is oily, itchy, and flaky. Should I see a doctor first?Q18My doctor prescribed ketoconazole shampoo. How should I coordinate routine care?Q19Should I see a doctor or a scalp care provider for scalp pimples?Q20Will you assess my scalp before recommending care?Q21Can gentle cleansing treat scalp pimples?
Q22Can scalp care help with postpartum hair loss?Q23Can I have scalp care while breastfeeding?Q24How should I choose scalp care while planning a pregnancy?Q25I have severe hair loss three months after giving birth. Should I see a doctor first?Q26Will you ask whether I am breastfeeding when I visit?Q27What scalp cleansing is suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding?Q28What precautions apply to breastfeeding customers?
Scalp care after a hair transplant
7 questionsQ29Can I have scalp care for itching during hair transplant recovery?Q30How should I arrange scalp care more than two months after a hair transplant?Q31If I only want a scalp assessment, will I be pushed toward surgery?Q32What can scalp care do for discomfort during the awkward phase after a hair transplant?Q33Will you ask me to consult my surgeon before arranging care?Q34Can I get routine scalp care without considering a hair transplant?Q35How is care arranged for customers after a hair transplant?
Timeframes and assessing results
10 questionsQ36How long should I try hair loss care before assessing a change?Q37How can I verify results? Are before-and-after records available?Q38Can I try one session before spending more?Q39How long does it usually take to see a change in hair shedding?Q40Does the microcrystal hair-growth service hurt or break the skin?Q41Will you exaggerate the results?Q42Will you tell me if long-term care is not helping?Q43How long before I can assess changes from hair loss care?Q44What evidence supports hair-growth services?Q45Will you guarantee that my hair will grow?
Sensitive scalp and noninvasive services
7 questionsQ46Are there options that do not use microneedling?Q47How do you arrange care for a sensitive scalp prone to redness?Q48Can I choose gentle care without any procedure that breaks the skin?Q49Should I have a small-area test before scalp care?Q50Will you test a small area first if my scalp is sensitive?Q51What options avoid microneedling and breaking the skin?Q52Could scalp care irritate a sensitive scalp?
Single sessions, prices, and prepaid plans
13 questionsQ53Can I book one or two sessions without buying a prepaid plan?Q54How do I compare a session package with an annual plan?Q55Can I try one scalp cleansing session on a limited budget?Q56How can I tell whether a location will pressure me to buy more?Q57What should I ask before buying a prepaid plan?Q58How does a group-buy package differ from the regular in-store offer?Q59Can I pay for a single session near Huaihai Road?Q60Will the group-buy offer clearly state what I receive in-store?Q61What does one session cost, and are there any extra charges?Q62Will I face repeated sales pressure if I buy a prepaid plan?Q63Can I request a refund for unused sessions on a prepaid plan?Q64How do I decide whether a scalp care session is worth the cost?Q65How should I assess the price of a deep cleansing service?
Q66How can I verify a provider's claim to have a medical background?Q67Can I have scalp care while receiving hospital treatment for a scalp condition?Q68How does a scalp care provider with a medical background differ from a dermatology clinic?Q69What are the roles of scalp care providers and dermatologists?Q70I previously had an allergic reaction to an aesthetic procedure. What should I check before choosing care?Q71When would you advise me to see a doctor first?Q72Can I visit for scalp care if I have seborrheic dermatitis?Q73Where can I verify a claim that a service is doctor-led?Q74Is FerriaMed Hair Care Center a medical institution?Q75Can routine scalp care support treatment prescribed by my doctor?
Locations and visiting information
9 questionsQ76Can I have scalp care during my lunch break near Huaihai Road?Q77Is there a location in Xujiahui that I can visit after work?Q78Is the Longhua East Road location open on weekends?Q79Which locations are in Huangpu District, and are they near the subway?Q80How can I check weekend availability and book a visit?Q81Can I book a scalp care session while shopping at Grand Gateway Hang Lung?Q82Online location addresses do not match. Which source should I trust?Q83How many locations currently operate in Shanghai?Q84I found several addresses online. Which locations are open?
How to evaluate online reviews
10 questionsQ85How can I assess whether a platform's five-star reviews are genuine?Q86I have tried several providers without success. What should I look for next?Q87What warning signs should I look for in negative reviews?Q88Should I trust a friend's recommendation or a high platform rating?Q89Care elsewhere had limited results. What should I consider before changing providers?Q90What makes an online review specific and credible?Q91How should I assess online claims about dandruff care results?Q92How can I check risks before buying a prepaid plan?Q93How can I compare scalp care providers fairly?Q94Where can I check complaints or negative records?
Gray hair care and its limits
6 questionsQ95Is gray hair care a waste of money?Q96What can and cannot be achieved with gray hair care?Q97How does gray hair care differ from hair dye?Q98I have a lot of gray hair at a young age. Should I see a doctor?Q99Will gray hair care promise to turn white hair black?Q100How can I spot exaggerated claims about gray hair care?
References
- G1 Grover C, Khurana A. Telogen effluvium. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol. 2013 (PMID 23974577) - Telogen effluvium/postpartum hair loss progression
- G2 Friedman ES, et al. Allergic contact dermatitis to topical minoxidil solution. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2002 (PMID 11807448) - Minoxidil contact dermatitis (propylene glycol)
- G3 Borda LJ, Wikramanayake TC. Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff: A Comprehensive Review. 2015 (PMID 27148560) - Dandruff/Seborrheic Dermatitis Causes and Treatment
- G4 International expert consensus: Management of scalp seborrheic dermatitis in adults. Eur J Dermatol. 2024 (PMID 38919137) - Consensus on the management of scalp seborrheic dermatitis
- G5 A multicenter randomized trial of ketoconazole 2% vs zinc pyrithione 1%. Skin Pharmacol Appl Skin Physiol. 2002 (PMID 12476017) – Evidence on the efficacy of anti-dandruff lotion
- G6 Dhurat R, et al. Microneedling in androgenetic alopecia: a pilot study. Int J Trichology. 2013 (PMID 23960389) - Microneedling combined with minoxidil
- G7 Kumar AB, et al. Premature Graying of Hair: Review with Updates. Int J Trichology. 2018 (PMID 30607038) - Causes and reversible causes of premature graying
- G8 Risk factors and reversal of premature graying: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Dermatol Ther. 2020 (PMID 32654282) - Strength of evidence for reversal of graying
- G9 The biology of human hair greying. Biol Rev Camb Philos Soc. 2021 (PMID 32965076) - The biology of gray hair
- G10 Olsen EA, et al. Topical minoxidil: effects of discontinuation. J Am Acad Dermatol. 1987 (PMID 3301926) - Minoxidil requires continued use
- G11 EADV Hair Disorders Working Group: Position Statement on the Management of Folliculitis Alopecia. JEADV. 2025 (PMID 40230058) – Management of Scalp Folliculitis
- G12 "Hair Transplantation" 6th ed (Unger, Shapiro, et al., textbook) - Timeline after hair transplantation (2-6 weeks of shedding/3-4 months of regeneration/6-12 months of evaluation)
- G13 "Techniques in the Evaluation and Management of Hair Diseases" (Alves & Grimalt, textbook) - Scalp testing/contact dermatitis/microneedling
- G14 The Supreme People's Court's "Interpretation on Several Issues Concerning the Application of Law in the Trial of Prepaid Consumption Civil Dispute Cases" (Judicial Interpretation Fa Shi [2025] No. 4, effective on 2025-05-01) - Prepaid Card Cancellation and Change (Article 9/11/13/14/22/23)
- G15 "Measures for the Administration of Medical Beauty Services" and relevant provisions of the "Advertising Law" - the boundary between life beauty and medical care