Can I go out in the sun after surgery?

You should protect your scalp from direct sunlight for at least a couple of weeks. Excess sun exposure may irritate the healing skin, cause redness or damage new grafts. When outdoors, wear a loose hat that does not rub against the recipient area. For Afro hair patients, who may be more prone to hyperpigmentation, sun protection is particularly important to maintain an even scalp appearance during recovery.