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Does SMP Damage Hair Follicles?

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One of the most important questions that many clients look answer to: Does SMP needle damage follicles? Well, scalp micropigmentation is a minimally invasive procedure than a hair transplant. It does not cause any damage to hair follicles. The procedure uses tiny needles that penetrate the dermis and do not go beyond 2mm depth. With that said, hair follicles are naturally placed deeper and thus are not affected in any way when the pigment is implanted above them. Can SMP Cause Folliculitis? No, it does not affect follicles nor does it cause hair loss. The procedure is safe and does...

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How To Remove SMP?

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Scalp micropigmentation is a hair restoration solution for scalp problems. However, sometimes the procedure does not work if done by untrained tattoo artists. Scalp micropigmentation is the job of experts so it works best when performed by experienced scalp artist. A tattoo artist or an unskilled SMP technician may not produce desired results. An inexperienced artist may deposit the ink too deep, where it may leave a shadowy residue or migrate. Sometimes a client may feel bored of carrying the same look over and over again and might want to change it. If a client is unhappy with the shape...

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What Hair Loss Tips Actually Work?

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Hair loss is quite common, yet it is not welcome.  If you are not ready to welcome the sight of hair loss or baldness, then you might be interested in hair loss tips. But are there any hair loss tips that work? There is an information overload out there, and you cannot trust anybody unless it is backed by research. So what does research say about hair loss? Research on Hair Loss Supplementation A healthy diet is crucial for health. This includes hair health as well. Look for vitamin A supplementation, which is known to speed hair growth. Biotin is...

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What Tools Do You Need for Micropigmentation?

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You cannot use tattoo tools for scalp micropigmentation. There is special equipment for SMP. From a treatment chair to lighting and right micropigmentation tools, SMP requires specialized environment. The goal is to create a comfortable treatment environment as patients are required to spend 4-5 hours per session. Besides, the seat where you sit for administering treatment is important too. You want a comfortable seat that can keep your posture straight and prevent back pain. The stool should prevent straining while you work on patients. Photo Lighting Kit You may want to invest in a photo lighting kit to showcase your...

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Does SMP Cover Head Scars

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Head scars can happen in an accident or a hair transplant surgery. No doubt, scars are unsightly, and you don’t want them to ruin your personality. A scar causes a bald spot in the head and can affect your self-esteem. So you may want to cover scars by wearing a hat or a hair system to avoid embarrassment in public. Luckily, there is a better solution for this problem. Scalp micropigmentation can help conceal scars when performed by a skilled technician. SMP experts use the best tools to cover scalp problems under the permanent SMP pigment. What is SMP and...

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