myhairline.ai gives you a data-backed preview of your hair loss stage, estimated graft needs, and projected restoration costs in under 60 seconds using only your phone or desktop browser. The tool uses 468 MediaPipe facial landmarks to analyze your hairline geometry and classify your position on the Norwood scale, providing the same foundational assessment that clinics use to plan procedures.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
What the AI Preview Tool Does
The myhairline.ai preview tool performs three core functions:
- Norwood stage classification: Maps your current hairline position against the Norwood-Hamilton scale (stages 1 through 7)
- Graft range estimation: Calculates the number of follicular unit grafts typically needed for your stage
- Cost projection: Provides regional pricing estimates based on current per-graft rates worldwide
All processing happens locally in your browser. No images are uploaded, stored, or sent to any external server. The tool requires no account, no email, and no personal information.
How the Analysis Works
Step 1: Facial Landmark Detection
When you take a photo or activate your camera, the tool runs Google's MediaPipe Face Mesh model. This maps 468 three-dimensional facial landmarks across your face in real time, including precise coordinates for your forehead boundary, temple regions, and facial proportions.
Step 2: Hairline Measurement
From these landmarks, the tool calculates several measurements critical to Norwood classification:
- Forehead height: Measured against the ideal male forehead height of approximately 6.5 cm
- Temple recession depth: Angular deviation from the original juvenile hairline position
- Hairline shape: Categorized as straight, mildly receded, M-shaped, or significantly receded
- Golden ratio analysis: Comparing your facial thirds against the ideal proportion of 1.618
- Vertex visibility: Estimating scalp exposure in the crown area based on available visual data
Step 3: Norwood Classification
The measurements feed into a classification algorithm that maps your results against established Norwood scale criteria. Each stage has quantitative thresholds:
| Norwood Stage | What It Means | Estimated Grafts |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | No significant hair loss | No grafts needed |
| Stage 2 | Slight recession at temples | 800 to 1,500 |
| Stage 3 | Deep temple recession forming M-shape | 1,500 to 2,200 |
| Stage 3 Vertex | Temple recession plus vertex thinning | 2,000 to 2,800 |
| Stage 4 | Further recession with enlarged vertex area | 2,500 to 3,500 |
| Stage 5 | Separation between front and vertex narrowing | 3,000 to 4,500 |
| Stage 6 | Bridge between areas lost, horseshoe pattern | 4,000 to 6,000 |
| Stage 7 | Most extensive loss, narrow band remains | 5,500 to 7,500 |
Step 4: Cost Estimation
Based on your graft estimate, the tool calculates approximate total costs across major hair transplant destinations:
| Region | Cost Per Graft (2026) | Example: 3,000 Grafts |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1 to $2 | $3,000 to $6,000 |
| India | $0.50 to $1.50 | $1,500 to $4,500 |
| Thailand | $1.50 to $3 | $4,500 to $9,000 |
| Mexico | $2 to $4 | $6,000 to $12,000 |
| Europe | $2.50 to $4.50 | $7,500 to $13,500 |
| UK | $3 to $5 | $9,000 to $15,000 |
| South Korea | $3 to $5 | $9,000 to $15,000 |
| USA | $4 to $6 | $12,000 to $18,000 |
These are estimates based on industry averages. Actual pricing varies by clinic, surgeon experience, and the specific technique used.
Why Preview Before Consulting a Clinic
Walking into a consultation without baseline knowledge puts you at a disadvantage. Clinics control the information flow during consultations, and without your own data, you have no way to verify whether their assessment and pricing are reasonable.
Avoid Overquoting
Some clinics overestimate graft counts to increase revenue. If you know your Norwood stage suggests 2,000 to 2,800 grafts (Norwood 3 Vertex), a quote for 4,500 grafts warrants a second opinion.
Avoid Underquoting
Conversely, budget clinics may underquote grafts to offer a lower headline price, resulting in insufficient coverage. If you are a Norwood 5 (3,000 to 4,500 grafts recommended) and a clinic proposes just 1,800 grafts, the final result will likely disappoint.
Compare Technique Recommendations
Your graft needs also influence which technique is appropriate:
- FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction): Up to 5,000 grafts per session, 7 to 10 days recovery, small dot scars
- FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation): Up to 4,000 grafts per session, 10 to 14 days recovery, linear scar
- DHI (Direct Hair Implantation): Up to 3,500 grafts per session, 7 to 10 days recovery, Choi implanter pen
All three techniques achieve 90% to 95% graft survival rates when performed by experienced surgeons. The best choice depends on your graft needs, donor area characteristics, and personal preferences around scarring and recovery.
What the Tool Cannot Do
Transparency about limitations is essential. myhairline.ai does not replace a clinical consultation. The tool cannot:
- Examine your donor area density (which varies by ethnicity: Caucasian averages 170 to 230 FU/cm2, Asian averages 140 to 200 FU/cm2, African averages 120 to 180 FU/cm2)
- Assess scalp laxity for FUT suitability
- Measure individual hair shaft caliber
- Evaluate miniaturization patterns that indicate future loss
- Account for medical history, medications, or underlying conditions
The tool provides a strong starting point. A clinical evaluation completes the picture.
How to Get the Best Results
For the most accurate analysis:
- Use good lighting: Natural daylight or bright overhead indoor lighting works best
- Pull hair back: If you have longer hair, pull it away from your forehead and temples
- Face the camera directly: A straight-on angle produces the most consistent measurements
- Hold still: Movement during the analysis can reduce landmark detection accuracy
- Try multiple photos: Taking 2 to 3 photos and comparing results improves confidence in the classification
Start Your Free Assessment
Get your Norwood stage, graft estimate, and cost projection in under 60 seconds at myhairline.ai/analyze. The analysis is completely free, runs in your browser, and requires no account or personal data. Use the results to prepare for clinic consultations with objective data already in hand.