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Does SMP Fade In the Sun?

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If you have undergone scalp micropigmentation, it is crucial to include sunscreen in your skin and scalp care regime. Sunlight poses the biggest threat to scalp micropigmentation. UV rays can affect the effectiveness of SMP pigment and cause it to fade and break down its molecules. But it is easy to protect your scalp from harmful sun rays with an effective sunblock with at least SPF 30 (sun protection factor). UV rays can harm the pigment even on cloudy days so adequate protection is needed to safeguard your scalp micropigmentation ink from fading. Use a sunscreen with SPF of 30...

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How to Eliminate Shine on Head After Scalp Micropigmentation?

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That bright ball appearance of your scalp is disappointing for many of you. Perhaps you feel that it draws attention. It’s okay if you are not happy about your scalp shine. You are not alone. In fact, many men want to get rid of head shine after scalp micropigmentation. While the procedure does help reduce shine, it cannot stop natural oil production in your skin. In that case, you might look for ways to prevent shine on your head. Let’s see what you can do to eliminate shine on head after SMP. What Causes shine on head? If you have...

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Does Sun Affect SMP?

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No doubt, scalp micropigmentation is one of the most effective, quickest, and long-lasting hair restoration treatments available. It is also known to be permanent. But the sun can damage the pigment, especially when SMP is fresh. The more the sun exposure, the faster the fading. Why does sun affect scalp micropigmentation? Well, SMP is a surface level tattoo, which is just beneath the top layer of the skin. As a result, too much direct exposure to the sun can result in quick fading of the ink. Typically, the treatment results can easily last 5-10 years if SMP aftercare protocol is...

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Best Sunscreen For Your Scalp

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You enjoy going into the sunlight. But prolonged exposure to UV rays is damaging to the skin. Sunscreens protect skin from the harmful effects of solar rays. The story is the same with those who have undergone scalp micropigmentation treatment. SMP is a hair restoration solution for those with pattern baldness. It involves the use of needles to insert pigment into the scalp to create a look of a shaved head. Ideally people with baldness, receding hairline, and thinning hair seek SMP help. A majority of SMP clients prefer a buzzed head look. But how does sunlight damage SMP? Sun...

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Is shiny scalp bad?

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Is shiny scalp bad? In literal sense, a shiny scalp is not bad. But not everyone is happy to flaunt a shiny head that gleams like mirror. The simple reason is that a shiny scalp attracts attention. Having a shining scalp is no big deal. But for some men, it is a bad thing. As a result, not everyone is proud to wear a gleaming scalp and want to reduce that scalp shine. What does a shiny head mean? If you have a shiny scalp, that means your body produces more sebum or oil. A bald head is more likely...

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