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How Can I Protect My SMP From Fading in the Sun?

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Now you are already aware of the damage ultraviolet rays can do to scalp micropigmentation. So you want to protect the treatment from sun exposure at any cost. Of course, avoiding prolonged exposure to sunlight holds the key. But you cannot keep sitting inside the four corners of your abode to protect SMP. You have professional and personal commitments to fulfill. So if you need to step outside during peak hours, it’s better to use protection to keep UV rays from damaging the newly inked scalp. Sun exposure can adversely affect the appearance of your SMP. How To Protect SMP...

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Does Human Scalp Produce Oil?

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Yes, oil is naturally produced in the body by sebaceous gland. It is due to sebum that your hair become greasy quickly and that scalp shines. Some people produce more oil while others comparatively less. It all depends on lifestyle, hormonal production, hair type, and hygiene. While oil production is a good sign, too much of it can mar your looks. Remember, healthy hair produces sebum to hydrate the scalp and protect hair. Excess natural oil can make your head shine like a mirror. Other Factors That Make Your Head Shiny Touching your scalp frequently Yes, you have read that...

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How To Make SMP More Vibrant Without Head Shine

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SMP is trending as a permanent hair restoration solution for being painless and offering a quicker recovery than a hair transplant. For many men and women, it is their last hope for hair loss. being non-invasive, SMP creates the appearance of a buzz-cut look. Although SMP is permanent, a little fading of the ink is natural. Scalp artists recommend a few touch-ups every few years to revive the pigment and turn it fresh again.  Find an SMP expert Look for a scalp professional with skills, training, experiences, and resources to do the job. make sure that the SMP technician uses...

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Dealing With A Shiny Scalp After SMP

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Have you had scalp micropigmentation recently and dealing with a shiny head? So the next question on your mind is: How do I stop my bald head from shining? Well, in order to find an answer, let’s first explore the causes of scalp shine. The scalp is particularly shiny due to oil-producing sebaceous glands. The scalp has a lot of these glands, thus the scalp skin shines and provides a uniform reflective surface. Oil on a smooth surface shines more. Shaving too close can also make a newly inked scalp shine more. Using an electric shaver or foil is a...

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Does SMP Reduce Shine?

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Scalp shine is not uncommon, especially among those with a bald head. While SMP does help reduce shine significantly as the dots cover up the bald patches to mimic the appearance of hair follicles, it does not remove shine completely. Shine is a normal occurrence, and you might feel a bit conscious as the shine draws more attention to your bald head. So how can you take care of head shine? Why Does Scalp Shine? A shining scalp is primarily due to the mirror effect produced by a smooth surface. In this case, your scalp is that surface that produces...

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