News — post-smp care

Whether you have had scalp micropigmentation or not, scalp shine is a problem for many youths. In fact, some see a shiny head as a problem while others do not. Since that shine on your scalp is a result of natural oil production, there is nothing to feel shameful about. However, a shiny SMP scalp may not appeal to you. Yes, you are not alone. Many others are like you and look for ways to mattify their scalp. Why does scalp shine? A scalp is shiny because of the oil produced from sebaceous glands. The glands are found all over...

After scalp micropigmentation, little scabs may form as the skin heals. Moisturizing your scalp is important after SMP to keep the skin hydrated and nourished. This will speed up the healing time and keep your skin healthy too. You may start doing so four days after the procedure. So what is the best moisturizer for SMP? Let’s find. Can I Use Moisturizer After SMP? Four days after the treatment session, you can start using moisturizer on your scalp. Doing so will help the skin to heal and avoid any sensitivity issues. It’s okay to moisturize twice a day. Protecting your...

Redness after SMP is normal. You may call it a scalp micropigmentation side effect. So do you need to worry about scalp redness after the treatment? No, there isn’t much to worry about. Let’s explore the causes of redness first. What Causes Scalp Redness? During the procedure, the SMP technician makes numerous insertions into the skin using the top-grade microneedles to create the impression of hair follicles. The needles deposit pigment into these dots so that they mimic natural follicles. When the needle penetrates the skin, it behaves like a wound, resulting in redness as the body considers it an...

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...

Are you worried about the procedure leaving your scalp red or sore? No doubt, many clients ask this question: how long will my scalp look red? Redness after scalp micropigmentation is not too much of a concern. Mild redness is typical after each session. For some clients, the redness may go away soon while others may see it disappear completely after 3 days of the session. While some clients take the post-treatment redness lightly and go to work without bothering much about it, a few do have some concerns. It’s natural and acceptable. Scalp aftercare is essential to get rid...