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Does SMP Fade Away Completely?

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When done correctly, SMP will not fade away. Performed by scalp experts with the best tools and resources, scalp micropigmentation will be a life-changing decision for clients. If a client insists on super dark pigment, it is important to make them understand that slight pigment fading is natural as a result of the immune system’s attack against foreign particles. Does SMP Fade? Scalp micropigmentation can lighten naturally over a period of 3-5 years if applied correctly. In fact, it may last a lifetime with a few touchups. Are touchups crucial? Well, yes, a touchup will ensure that the pigment gets...

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Is Micropigmentation of Scalp Safe?

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Now you might be wondering if there are any risks involved in SMP. Well, scalp micropigmentation is a safe procedure when performed with the right tools by a skilled SMP practitioner. It is not associated with any side effects or health concerns either. However, its results can vary between excellent and bad. A skilled and experienced SMP technician can transform the client’s hair restoration journey into a memorable experience. But it is not always the best experience for all SMP clients. Reason? Well, their choice of a wrong artist lands them in troubled waters. Can micropigmentation go wrong? SMP is...

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Do Hats Cause Baldness?

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If you are affected by hair loss and wear a hat regularly, then you might have come across the myth that hats cause baldness, right? Do hats actually cause shedding of hair? Well, this is just a myth and not reality. Statistics find that 20% males in their 20s suffer from male-pattern baldness. With age, this percentage rises. Though hair loss is not caused by wearing a hat, there could be some side effects that might make you wary of donning a cap. Adjusting your hat frequently If you are in the habit of constant adjusting your hat, you may...

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How Long Does It Take To Learn Scalp Micropigmentation?

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How do I become a scalp micropigmentation artist? Perhaps this is the question on your mind. Training courses are available that give both theoretical and practical experience. They may run from one to several days or weeks. There is an option for online and offline SMP training. Even the best online course equips you with exhaustive learning that is crucial to build a foundation of SMP. An SMP course can take 1-2 weeks. What is SMP Training? Scalp micropigmentation is a revolutionary cosmetic procedure that aims to hide scalp problems underneath SMP pigment. A scalp artist is trained in using...

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How To Maintain SMP?

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Scalp micropigmentation is a unique hair restoration treatment that involves injecting matching pigments into the bald or thinning areas of the scalp. During the process, an SMP professional is responsible for creating multiple tattoos into the scalp that mimic individual hair follicles. While some people want to hide their receding hairline or thinning/balding hair, others opt for scalp micropigmentation to make their hair look fuller. However, after the procedure, SMP maintenance is important, especially in the early days of the procedure. SMP Maintenance Tips Scalp maintenance is easy and doesn’t involve a lot of efforts on your part. However, these...

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