News — Scalp Micropigmentation

Will my Scalp turn Blue or Green

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

SMP may turn blue or green or get discolored when done by an inexperienced tattoo artist. But applied by a highly qualified and skilled SMP technician, scalp micropigmentation will remain the same and not turn blue or green. Top scalp artists use proper pigment and technique and follow industry best practices to get the job done. pigment formulation is the ultimate indicator of whether your scalp will turn blue or green. The best scalp practitioners use a scalp-specific pigment formulated for colorfastness. SMP Goes Bad SMP imitators are not the best scalp artists for the job. They may try to...

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Is it hard to remove SMP?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

There are a few reasons why scalp micropigmentation can go wrong. A bad SMP procedure looks unrealistic and of course fake. Getting rid of bad SMP spots is the job of professionals.  If you are a scalp artist, you are familiar with the pain, anger, and frustration of clients that want to get rid of a previously done SMP elsewhere. While SMP is believed to be permanent, there are different ways to get rid of it. Experts alone can do that. Laser removal Laser is painful but helps get rid of bad scalp micropigmentation. It requires multiple sessions to remove...

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SMP FAQs

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

Is SMP a tattoo? No, scalp micropigmentation is different from a tattoo, although both procedures involve making pigmented dots on the skin. However, what sets both apart is the customized pigments, needles, SMP pen, SMP process, depth and detail, and technician training. SMP is a specialized procedures that requires training and skills to do the job of creating natural-looking follicles. Why am I losing hair? Hair loss does not stem from one reason. There are numerous reasons that cause hair loss. it could be due to genetics, hormonal imbalance, medical condition, ageing, dietary choices, medication therapy, environmental factors, stress, or...

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SMP for Women: Does SMP Damage your Follicles?

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The simple answer is no. The pigment is deposited between follicles, so there is no risk to them. Scalp micropigmentation aims to create depth and hair stubble. In doing so, the SMP needle does not interfere with follicles and penetrates about 2mm deep to implant the pigment. The best-quality SMP pigment does not affect future the follicle or future hair growth. That makes the procedure safe for women hair loss. How is SMP done? The procedure is primarily done in 2-3 sessions. The treatment is customizable and the SMP technician matches the color of your hair with the pigment. The...

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Can micropigmentation go wrong?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

Yes, scalp micropigmentation can go wrong for various reasons. It is important to pay attention to all of the factors that help SMP become a star of the cosmetic hair restoration techniques. However, if those factors are not paid attention to, the procedure can go seriously wrong. Let’s explore the causes and see how to fix the problem too. Untrained technician First things first. SMP practitioner is the most important person on the whole project of micropigmentation. It’s their skills, expertise, and knowledge that can make or mar a scalp project. For example, if the scalp artist isn't properly trained,...

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