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Can SMP Go Wrong?

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Yes and no. Yes, scalp micropigmentation can go wrong due to various reasons. Wrong products can make the procedure look fake. The size of needles matters the most in scalp micropigmentation and can ruin the results if a wrong size is chosen. First things first, your choice of SMP practitioner will play a crucial role in the treatment result. If you choose a tattoo artist for the job, you can expect a bad end result. Choosing a skilled SMP technician with experience in scalp micropigmentation and access to the best quality SMP products is the right way to go. What...

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Can Scalp Micropigmentation Go Wrong?

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

​SMP has numerous advantages for people struggling with scalp issues. But there are a few disadvantages too. The demerits cannot be blamed on the procedure but the person who performs the job. SMP can go wrong if the scalp artist is inexperienced and unskilled in scalp micropigmentation. Additionally, SMP can go bad if the scalp technician does not use the right equipment and tools for the procedure. This causes serious issues with the final outcome. When a scalp artist uses wrong pen for the job, it can cause all sorts of problems with the end result, from bigger dots that...

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What is the Best Tattoo Machine for Scalp Micropigmentation?

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What machine is used for scalp micropigmentation? SMP pen is one of the most important tools in the kitty of scalp micropigmentation practitioners. The specially designed pens are lightweight and efficient to implant the precise amount of SMP pigment into each follicle in the client’s scalp. What size needle is used for SMP? There are different sizes of needles available on the market but not all are made for scalp micropigmentation. What is the SMP needle size? The most experienced SMP professionals prefer a 3-point microneedle for pigment implantation 1.5-2 mm deep. SMP needles are special type of microneedles that...

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Does SMP Work With Long Hair?

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The answer is yes! SMP for long hair is an incredible solution to hair loss or receding hairline. If you are suffering from thinning hair, try scalp micropigmentation. A non-invasive hair loss treatment, SMP works even on FUT and FUE scars. Though SMP is ideal solution for a shaved or buzzed look, It works for those with long hair too. SMP for Density Scalp micropigmentation helps add density to thinning hair to create longer looking hair. It works best for long hair when a client has an intact frontal hairline. Ideally, they should have a minimal 50% coverage in the...

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SMP FAQs

Posted by Mary Shoufield on

Is SMP the same as a tattoo? Scalp micropigmentation is a form of cosmetic tattooing, which is different from body tattoo. The procedure involves the use of small needles especially meant for scalp micropigmentation to deposit small amounts of ink into the upper dermal layer. The pigment dots appear like normal follicles. SMP pigments have been created specifically for this purpose with natural ingredients. Tattoo ink is composed of dyes and colors. DermMicro specializes in scalp micropigmentation kits. The new DM HD Kit comes complete with high density precision needles and pigments and HD pen. It makes the task of...

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