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Does SMP Hurt?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

Does SMP hurt and what can be done about it? Although it is a painless procedure, some clients might feel slight pain or discomfort. DermMicro Scalp Numb can numb the scalp and make the whole procedure a painless and enjoyable one for the client.

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SMP Depth: Does It Go Deeper into the Skin?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

How deep does SMP needle goes? Can it go deeper? Or can it stay shallow? Why should it be placed in the top layer of the dermis?

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SMP Needle: Can I Use Tattoo Needle for Scalp Micropigmentation?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

SMP needles are different from tattoo needles. A scalp artist should not use tattoo needles for scalp micropigmentation.

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How To Choose SMP Needles

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

The importance of SMP needles in scalp micropigmentation cannot be ignored. SMP needles are as important in delivering results as SMP ink.

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How Deep Should my Needle Go?

Posted by J Allen on

When working on many client scalps over time, you may start to find that some clients' skin tends to take the pigment a lot better than others.  This is why it is important to calibrate your needle depth based on test areas and knowing the general areas where skin can get thicker and thinner throughout the scalp.

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