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Unlocking Confidence: A Professional's Guide to Selecting the Perfect SMP Pigment

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Taking scalp micropigmentation as a career is a right decision. In fact, it is an exciting career that is more rewarding than any other profession. As a scalp professional, you want that every detail aligns with the client’s unique features. The choice of pigment matters a lot here and can affect results. So when it comes to choosing pigment for scalp micropigmentation, your choice can significantly affect the outcome. How to Choose SMP Pigment Skin Undertone Assessment The first step is to evaluate the client’s skin undertone before selecting the right pigment for them that complements their complexion. DermMicro has...

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Does SMP After 5 Years Fade?

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How long does SMP stay? Does it fade after 5 years? SMP ink may fade slightly after 5 years, especially if the quality of the pigment is not good. Depending on the pigment quality, scalp micropigmentation stays good for years, requiring a few touch-ups to stay good. Additionally, the client’s exposure to solar radiation and skin type may also contribute to the fading of the ink. All in all, when you use high-quality pigments, there is a less risk of fading and the treatment is more likely to stay good for a long time. How long does scalp SMP last?...

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How Will My Scalp Look Immediately After SMP?

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Many clients are eager to see results immediately after the procedure. They might wonder as to how their scalp looks as soon as the treatment is over. Some of them cannot even wait to see the results. but the reality is that a newly inked scalp will be red for a day or two after treatment. So the scalp may appear red and darker immediately after SMP. It is only after complete healing that a person can see the exact result. Why is the scalp red after SMP? Scalp micropigmentation involves injecting pigment into the scalp using micro needles. Since...

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What Happens to SMP With Age?

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Hair thinning is a part of the aging process. Let’s be clear about this reality.  It is often accompanied by bald spots, thinner, shorter strands, graying hair, and receding hairline.  But what happens to scalp micropigmentation with age? What happens to SMP over time? How does SMP look after years? As the human body undergoes a change with age, SMP treatment might also experience subtle changes. Now let’s explore this further. Scalp micropigmentation is the method to inject pigment into the scalp. The pigment is injected by experts using specialized needles designed especially for SMP. What’s more, even the pigment...

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Why do Hair Stop Growing?

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Are you feeling disturbed looking in the mirror and wondering why your hair have stopped growing.   No doubt, hair loss can adversely affect your self-confidence and self-esteem. But let’s first see what causes hair growth and why hair stop growing. What Causes Hair Growth? Hair growth has primarily three phases, including anagen (growth), catagen (transitional), and telogen (resting). Once the telogen phase is over, you can experience hair shedding. The three cycles continue to repeat themselves. Now you can see that shedding and regrowth are a part of hair growth cycle. But there are a few reasons why the hair...

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