He likes me. He likes me not. He likes me.
On and on I go peeling off the remaining leaves off the only potted plant on my desk. The situation that this potted plant is facing now is as dire as my hair fall.
So last month, I encountered the biggest setback since I started work. There was this male colleague whom I was interested in for months. He checked off almost all the boxes that I had in my mind for an ideal partner, hitting a sweet 90% score. In this day and age, who’d have cared which gender takes a more pro-active approach? So I finally managed to muster up some courage to tell him how I felt after one of our team bonding sessions, taking in courage from his really nice interactions that had yielded so much camaraderie and joy…or at least that’s what I thought.
His response? We did get on well in the last few months…But I’m really sorry, I can’t go out with you at all.
Why? I asked in trepidation. Is it a girlfriend I did not know about? I did my secret research, putting in prompts to his closest friends at work while feeding them with more coffee and treats. Never mind the expense, the goal is more important, I told myself.
His final reply was slow and came out very grudgingly: Because…I need to be with a girl that has good hair. GOOD HAIR? What does that even mean? I touched my hair self-consciously in reaction and screamed internally. He went on: You actually have a lot of hair fall…I don’t know if you noticed…but my desk is just beside yours, it’s hard not to see those strands of hair daily, really.
My heart dropped in an instant.
I COULD NOT dispute this fact.
It is true. There is a shelf in my bathroom that I now think of as a graveyard. Three anti-hair-fall shampoos, two bottles of scalp tonic I bought after watching a rather convincing Instagram ad, a scrub that smelled like peppermint, and a wooden comb someone told me would improve blood circulation. Every one of them was bought with real hope, and yet, every one of them is still more than half full.
There is nothing that could have saved me from this dire and worrisome situation.
After my utter failure on this confession to him, I decided to take things to task and get to the root of the matter (pun unintended). I spent my weekend googling and making a checklist of the hair and scalp treatment centres I could seek help from, circling back to those with good reviews and a stellar track record. TK TrichoKare’s Exosome Scalp Renewal Therapy came up among the top 3 during my search.
Raring to find out if this particular treatment could revitalise my scalp and address my hair fall from the roots, I quickly booked an appointment.
The Pre-Treatment Scalp Scan
I was first brought into a consultation room for a pre-treatment scalp scan and consultation
The consultant used TK TrichoKare’s Tricho-Scan device, which gives a 200x magnified view of the scalp.
And let me just say: seeing your scalp that close-up is a very humbling experience.
On the screen, the consultant revealed what was really happening beneath the surface of my scalp, and it wasn’t what I expected. Despite washing my hair every day, the scan uncovered sebum buildup, inflammation, and clogged follicles that weren’t visible to the naked eye. It was unsettling to realise that what I thought was a “normal” scalp was actually far from healthy. Its not just about the consistent hair fall I see daily.
What impressed me most was the consultant’s expertise. Within seconds, she was able to identify the everyday habits contributing to my scalp condition, such as using high heat when blow-drying, washing my hair at a high temperature, and even staying up late. She then explained how these were linked to my hair fall. There was simply no hiding.
The consultant further explained that my hair follicles were buried beneath layers of oil, sweat, and dead skin cells. Looking at the scan, it was obvious why my hair was falling and struggling to grow back. Hair simply can’t thrive when it’s fighting to grow through clogged follicles. It’s no different from expecting a plant to flourish in unhealthy soil. The longer the environment is neglected, the harder it becomes for healthy growth to happen.
In other words, my scalp needed proper attention and care by professionals. Not another gimmicky product.
Customised European Herbal Scalp Masque
After the scan, the treatment began with a Customised European Herbal Scalp Masque, infused with Tea Tree and Magnolia.
Tea Tree is known to soothe itchiness and reduce excess oil, while Magnolia helps protect the scalp from irritation and improve shine. The masque also helps remove excess sebum and unclog pores, creating a cleaner scalp environment.
As the masque was thoroughly applied and worked into my scalp, I realised why the treatment felt so different. Instead of improving the appearance of my hair, it targeted the scalp itself, the environment every strand depends on.
The masque was then left on for around 10 to 15 minutes before being washed off.
Exosome Therapy
For those experiencing hair thinning or increased hair fall, the application of Exosome serum with TrichoKare’s Oxyjet Infusion helps to deliver nourishing, growth-supporting ingredients evenly across the scalp. Rather than focusing only on the hair strands, it works deep into the scalp, helping to create a healthy scalp environment. Through the Exosomes, hair follicles can revive and grow out with increased density and be stronger and more resilient over time.
Exosomes can further support the scalp’s natural renewal process while helping to soothe, rebalance, and refresh areas affected by excess oil and scalp irritation. As hair naturally goes through cycles of growing, resting, and shedding, this treatment step creates favourable conditions around the hair follicles to support the overall objective of thicker hair growth and reduced hair fall.
Photodynamic Therapy
To end the treatment, we did Photodynamic Therapy to further support scalp balance and recovery. Its purpose is to help maintain the scalp’s pH balance, calm inflammation, and complement the hair-loss-focused treatment.
After 10 to 15 minutes, the treatment was completed by blow-drying and styling my hair. A hair serum containing argan oil was also applied to the ends to lock in shine.
Post-Treatment Scalp Scan
Once the treatment was completed, the consultant did another scalp scan using the same 200x magnified Tricho-Scan device.
I knew one session would not suddenly regrow my hair, so I was mainly curious to see whether there would be any immediate visible difference in my scalp condition.
The most eye-opening moment came when I saw my before-and-after scalp scans side by side. The “before” scan revealed: visible clogged pores with a lot of flakes piled on top of one another, and excess oil further contributing to the gunk build up. The “after” scan showed a noticeably well-hydrated, nourished scalp with much lesser buildup around the follicles.
Of course, a single session cannot prove that hair loss has been reduced. What could be compared immediately was the condition of the scalp, and the official before-and-after scalp images provided the clearest view of that difference.
To think that this entire session was available for under $50, yet the value I received went far beyond the price tag. What I found most valuable wasn’t just the treatment itself, but the consultation. The understanding of what’s happening on your scalp is far more important than simply trying another random hair product.
It showed me the importance of seeking help from professional scalp care experts, who have the right tools, technology, and expertise to properly assess your scalp and recommend personalised care based on your needs.
You Also Get A Free Hair Care Kit!
After the treatment and post-treatment scalp scan analysis, you also get to bring home a Free Hair Care Kit worth $45.
The kit includes the Nourishing Hair Bath shampoo and CompleteKare Mask conditioner.
TrichoKare’s Exosome Scalp Renewal Therapy is priced at $48 nett only (original price is $556, inclusive of the haircare kit) so you definitely get more bang for your buck.
To book, WhatsApp 9150 8891 with promo code <GOODYFEED>, or sign up through the booking link here. Valid till 30 Sept 2026
