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How long does SMP Last?
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Scalp micropigmentation is a non-surgical hair restoration option for men and women suffering from hair loss. What has helped SMP become a household name is that it is permanent and lasts a long time. Touch-ups every few years can help revive the look. SMP involves placing tiny dots to recreate the look of follicles. The goal of treatment is to hide the scalp flaws and give the look of a full head of hair. Does SMP Fade? There are a few factors that decide the length and quality of SMP results. This includes type and quality of ink used, expertise...
Does SMP Vary From One Skin Tone to Another?
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Yes, scalp micropigmentation process is not the same for all skin tones. A scalp professional knows how to work with different skin tones. The expertise of an SMP technician is crucial when working with different clients from varied ethnicities. SMP for a Dark Skin SMP on a dark-skinned person follows a different approach and requires a matching pigment. A dark skin tone is more likely to have thicker hair. That means the scalp micropigmentation procedure for Black and Asian men is likely to be different and require different follicle replication. Not only this, the scalp artist must pick a pigment...
Is Micropigmentation A Tattoo?
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Oh no, hair loss is not a joke. The sight of hair fall has a direct impact on your confidence and self-esteem. SMP does come in as a hair restoration alternative but it is actually not a cure for baldness. It is like a hair tattoo that hides scalp flaws. So does that mean scalp micropigmentation is a tattoo? Well, let’s address this question below. Is SMP a Tattoo? The answer is straight. No, SMP is not a tattoo. Scalp micropigmentation is a specialized procedure, which is different from a tattoo, with its own set of procedures, processes, and tools....
Will SMP Go blue?
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Does SMP turn green or blue? Well, scalp micropigmentation can change color unless the artist uses the top-quality product. There is a high risk of the ink turning blue or green. Usually it might change color when the practitioner uses a low-quality product that needs dilution. The risk of discoloration is minimal if it is done with the right pigment concentration. Why Does SMP ink turn blue? In a majority of cases, incorrect application is to be blamed for the discoloration of SMP pigment. There could be a few reasons. First, if the scalp artist places the pigment into the...
How much does SMP Hurt
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If you are wondering whether scalp micropigmentation hurts, then rest assured that the pain is not as intense as any other hair restoration procedure. SMP is not as invasive as a surgery so the client may or may not experience pain, depending on their own pain level. Pain from SMP is primarily based on a few factors, including: Experience and skills of the scalp artist Equipment used, that is, size and type of needles Quality of products, that is, organic pigments or chemicals Exact problem of the client Pain level of the client Does SMP Hurt Scalp micropigmentation does not...