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How Deep Does a SMP Needle Go?

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How deep should the needle go in the skin? When it comes to scalp micropigmentation, it is a hair tattoo, which is different from a normal tattoo. SMP uses a different set of needles. Scalp technicians prefer a 3-point-micro-needle that are significantly smaller than a tattoo needle. SMP is a long-term hair restoration solution that can last four and six years and requires touch-ups. How deep should SMP needle go? SMP aims to deposit pigment in the dermis layer, which is just beneath the epidermis or top layer. During scalp micropigmentation, SMP artist chooses to deposit the pigment 1.5 to...

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Is Scalp Micropigmentation Same as Tattoo

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There are a only few similarities between scalp micropigmentation and tattoo. Both SMP and tattoos use a handheld machine to implant pigment into the skin with a microneedle. Now that’s where the similarities end. Both procedures use different needles, pigments, and techniques for implanting the ink. In fact, SMP artists are trained and skilled in using specialized tools to implant pigment into the client’s skin. While a majority of people choose SMP to cover scalp problems, tattoo is more like a cosmetic procedure that clients prefer for fun. Which needle is used for scalp micropigmentation? SMP involves using a microneedle,...

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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....

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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...

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Does SMP Damage Existing Hair?

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Scalp micropigmentation does not harm your existing hair. However, this depends a lot on the type of products used. An untrained artist is more likely to use chemical inks or wrong size of needles or even poor tools for the procedure. Wrong tools and pigment can do your hair more harm than good. In that case, it might damage your existing hair. You don’t want to get into the hands of an untrained scalp artist. Rather, look for one who enjoys a great reputation in the industry. Well-trained and experienced SMP practitioners use the best tools to create natural-looking results....

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