News — Scalp Micropigmentation

Hygiene and SMP

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

Does hygiene matter as far as scalp micropigmentation is concerned? Hygiene is extremely important for SMP. If you have just started a career in scalp micropigmentation, make sure you practice proper hygiene at all times so the client is safe. This is crucial to ensure the maximum level of safety for SMP artists as well as clients. Hygiene and safety go hand in hand. The Needles No doubt, the SMP needles are the most important part of the micropigmentation project. Gone are the days when needles would be boiled in hot water and sharpened before reuse. Yes, that’s how they...

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Why Sun Exposure is Harmful for SMP?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

You have heard it over and over again that you should avoid sun exposure after scalp micropigmentation. But you often wonder as to how sun exposure affects SMP. Your scalp artist might tell you to wear a hat before stepping out in the sun. Let’s explore the reason. If you plan to undergo scalp micropigmentation, it is important to make yourself aware of SMP aftercare tips beforehand. The first important thing is to shield your new hairline from harmful ultraviolet rays. The reason is simple – you don’t want it to fade upon exposure to the sun. Why you should...

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Why Does My SMP Keep Fading?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

Scalp micropigmentation is a permanent procedure. However, there are several factors that can cause fading of the pigment. Unless you are aware of those factors and practice scalp aftercare tips, your pigmentation is at a high risk of fading. Choosing an unskilled scalp practitioner, spending hours in the sun, and using harmful, abrasive aftercare products are some of the factors that make your scalp pigment prone to fading. In normal conditions, the pigment fades away slowly over a period of time and requires touch-up sessions after a few years. How Does SMP Look in the Sun? Scalp micropigmentation looks the...

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What Ink Is Used for SMP?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

SMP is not a tattoo, though it might seem similar to it. The scalp artist must be trained and experienced in delivering consistent results that imitate the look of natural hair follicles. The method of injection in scalp micropigmentation is different. The SMP practitioner uses the best ink for scalp micropigmentation. They use needles of different widths to meticulously place tiny droplets of ink in the upper layer of the dermis, which is just beneath the epidermis. A scalp artist focuses on creating a pattern that recreates the look of hair with SMP ink. What makes SMP different from conventional...

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SMP Treatment and Care

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Does SMP treatment work for everyone? Scalp micropigmentation is meant to hide baldness, scars, thinning hair, and a receding hairline. It works for both men and women, giving them the look of a fuller-looking head of hair. With SMP, you will feel more confident. It will help restore your self-esteem. Who Is a Candidate for SMP? People with alopecia, thinning hair, pattern baldness, and those undergoing cancer treatment or chemotherapy are candidates of scalp micropigmentation. Those who have undergone a hair transplant may also want to opt for scalp micropigmentation to hide the surgery scar. With SMP, bald patches look...

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