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Is Scalp Micropigmentation Same as Tattoo

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There are a only few similarities between scalp micropigmentation and tattoo. Both SMP and tattoos use a handheld machine to implant pigment into the skin with a microneedle. Now that’s where the similarities end. Both procedures use different needles, pigments, and techniques for implanting the ink. In fact, SMP artists are trained and skilled in using specialized tools to implant pigment into the client’s skin. While a majority of people choose SMP to cover scalp problems, tattoo is more like a cosmetic procedure that clients prefer for fun. Which needle is used for scalp micropigmentation? SMP involves using a microneedle,...

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Can SMP Pain Be Managed?

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Does SMP cause pain? Let’s be frank. Scalp micropigmentation does not cause pain, though the pain threshold is always different for everyone. What you consider pain might be a slight discomfort for others. Everyone has a different way to manage painful symptoms. But here we are talking about the SMP-pain connection. Is there a relation? Well, the procedure might cause a little discomfort as the scalp artist inserts a needle into the scalp. Remember, your scalp will bear the brunt of this needle work multiple times. However, SMP uses microneedles, which are so tiny that you won’t even feel their...

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SMP Treatment and Care

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Does SMP treatment work for everyone? Scalp micropigmentation is meant to hide baldness, scars, thinning hair, and a receding hairline. It works for both men and women, giving them the look of a fuller-looking head of hair. With SMP, you will feel more confident. It will help restore your self-esteem. Who Is a Candidate for SMP? People with alopecia, thinning hair, pattern baldness, and those undergoing cancer treatment or chemotherapy are candidates of scalp micropigmentation. Those who have undergone a hair transplant may also want to opt for scalp micropigmentation to hide the surgery scar. With SMP, bald patches look...

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Is SMP Good for Adding Density?

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Scalp micropigmentation is one of the most effective ways to add density to hair. However, this requires the use of the best quality tattoo ink as well as the expertise of the artist. Careful and precise application of the pigment can result in remarkable results for both men and women. A scalp expert knows how to create the best look that complements the client’s existing hair, scalp, and hairline. A client with diffuse thinning and an intact hairline can benefit significantly from scalp micropigmentation. SMP experts are trained in filling bald patches of hair. They can even fill a completely...

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Does SMP Make the Scalp Shiny?

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Of course, you do not want your scalp to shine when you go for scalp micropigmentation. But for some clients, the scalp starts to shine after they shave their head following the procedure. A shiny scalp is the result of smoothness, bright lights, and moisture. Many clients do not want to attract attention to their scalp for more reasons than one. Smoothness and Shine When light hits a bald head or a shaved head with SMP, the surface starts to shine is the result when light bounces from a surface. This is the result of a smooth head that shines...

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