How To Protect SMP in the Sun?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

As the summer season approaches, you are already thinking of shielding your scalp from the harmful ultra violet rays of the sun. if you are planning to go for scalp micropigmentation, it is important to avoid sunlight for a minimum period of 21 days.

Being out in the sun can have an impact on the SMP result, especially if you have just had your scalp tattooed. Freshly pigmented scalp will be more sensitive. The scabbing process is under way in the initial stages. Once it has finished, the skin will have greater protection from sunlight. Remember, SMP can fade if the scalp is overly exposed to the sun.

How do sun rays affect your scalp?

The sun emits Ultraviolet radiation, which is damaging to the skin and can cause skin cancer. Too much exposure to the sun gives you a tanned look. Tanning is a way for your body to protect the skin from the damaging effects of ultra violet rays.

Solar rays can cause sunburn, besides affecting the pigment. That means shielding your SMP from harmful rays of the sun is critical to protecting the results of the procedure as well as safeguarding your skin from cancer-causing UV radiation. A layer of sunscreen is your best way to shield your skin and SMP from sun. 

When you need to use sunscreen after SMP?

Avoid applying anything on your freshly tattooed scalp. You should avoid using any cream or lotion for the first four days after the SMP session. SMP aftercare is easy and if done right, you can enjoy the results for a long time.

Once the scalp has fully healed, it’s time to think about UV protection.  Look for sun screen with a high SPF for maximum coverage and protection. Your goal should be to reach out to a quality product with SPF 30+. It is best to search for hydrating sunscreens that can keep the scalp moisturized while protecting the treatment.

Better still, look for anti-shine sun care products. Luckily, one such product that actually works to keep the scalp shine away and offers SPF protection is Zero Shine from DermMicro. Always use this natural formulation to protect your scalp from harmful UV rays and get rid of post-SMP shine.

What’s so special about Zero Shine

Zero Shine 2.0 is formulated as a mattifying solution for shining scalps after SMP. After scalp micropigmentation, when you love to rock your newly pigmented look, the freshly shaved scalp might look a little shinier than you want it.

Luckily, Zero Shine solves this problem and gives you the best treatment for remove shine from scalp. The anti-shine solution mattifies the scalp for over 24 hours.  What’s more, it does not wear away easily, and you can wear it in the pool too, thanks to its waterproof properties.

So what are you waiting for?

Here’s the most effective formula to preserve your SMP procedure and giving it a matte effect with Zero Shine. Place your order today on DM website.

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