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Can I use tattoo ink for scalp micropigmentation?

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Now that you wish to start a career in scalp micropigmentation, you must understand the procedure in detail. SMP involves the use of microneedles and a special SMP pen to create accurate and precise follicle points that look like real follicles. SMP pens are especially intended to be lightweight and effective in implanting the ink using micro-needles just below the epidermis since the treatment is minimally invasive. The scalp artist makes sure that the needle does not go deep into the dermis layer. On the other hand, tattoo needles are bigger and create bigger dots than SMP points and thus...

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Does Hair Color Matter for SMP?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

Scalp micropigmentation works for both men and women as a permanent solution to several scalp and hair loss issues, such as a receding hairline, thinning hair, bald patches, and alopecia. Does SMP work for different hair colors? Well, scalp micropigmentation is suitable for all types of colors as there is a range of pigment colors available that matches different hair and scalp colors. What kind of ink is used in scalp micropigmentation? SMP pigments are designed to retain their color and saturation compared to tattoo ink. Additionally, there is no to low heavy metal presence in scalp micropigmentation ink. Experienced...

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