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Common SMP Questions
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Are there any side effects of Scalp tattooing? No, scalp micropigmentation is a safe hair restoration procedure with no side effects. However, the success of the procedure depends a lot on the skills and experience of the SMP practitioner. What’s more, the type and quality of products used for scalp tattooing is also important. Both these criteria can determine the efficacy of the procedure. How do you sleep after SMP? The main point is to avoid touching the scalp again and again with bare hands. You don’t want to introduce bacteria and germs to your newly tattooed scalp. Remember,...
Does SMP look shiny?
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Does scalp micropigmentation look real or fake? Well, SMP can help you achieve a hairline that looks real and indistinguishable. Scalp micropigmentation can help you reduce a shiny head with pigmented dots that look like follicles. However, it cannot completely reduce shine. You need quality moisturizing products that are oil-free and at the same time mattifying. In fact, you must avoid any oil-rich sunscreen. The same goes for a cleanser and moisturizer. An oily and shiny scalp is a major distraction for those with a bald head. Even after scalp micropigmentation, the scalp shine does not go away fully. So...
How To Make SMP More Vibrant Without Head Shine
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SMP is trending as a permanent hair restoration solution for being painless and offering a quicker recovery than a hair transplant. For many men and women, it is their last hope for hair loss. being non-invasive, SMP creates the appearance of a buzz-cut look. Although SMP is permanent, a little fading of the ink is natural. Scalp artists recommend a few touch-ups every few years to revive the pigment and turn it fresh again. Find an SMP expert Look for a scalp professional with skills, training, experiences, and resources to do the job. make sure that the SMP technician uses...
Dealing With A Shiny Scalp After SMP
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Have you had scalp micropigmentation recently and dealing with a shiny head? So the next question on your mind is: How do I stop my bald head from shining? Well, in order to find an answer, let’s first explore the causes of scalp shine. The scalp is particularly shiny due to oil-producing sebaceous glands. The scalp has a lot of these glands, thus the scalp skin shines and provides a uniform reflective surface. Oil on a smooth surface shines more. Shaving too close can also make a newly inked scalp shine more. Using an electric shaver or foil is a...
Does SMP Reduce Shine?
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Scalp shine is not uncommon, especially among those with a bald head. While SMP does help reduce shine significantly as the dots cover up the bald patches to mimic the appearance of hair follicles, it does not remove shine completely. Shine is a normal occurrence, and you might feel a bit conscious as the shine draws more attention to your bald head. So how can you take care of head shine? Why Does Scalp Shine? A shining scalp is primarily due to the mirror effect produced by a smooth surface. In this case, your scalp is that surface that produces...