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Can micropigmentation go wrong?

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Yes, scalp micropigmentation can go wrong for various reasons. It is important to pay attention to all of the factors that help SMP become a star of the cosmetic hair restoration techniques. However, if those factors are not paid attention to, the procedure can go seriously wrong. Let’s explore the causes and see how to fix the problem too. Untrained technician First things first. SMP practitioner is the most important person on the whole project of micropigmentation. It’s their skills, expertise, and knowledge that can make or mar a scalp project. For example, if the scalp artist isn't properly trained,...

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Does Shiny Scalp Mean Permanent Hair Loss?

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Bald people usually have shiny scalps. You might wonder if a shiny scalp points to permanent hair loss. well, a bald scalp appears shiny due to sebum production. Sebaceous gland in your body is continuously producing oil or sebum to keep the skin from drying. A person with hair does not have a shiny scalp as the shine hides beneath the hair. A bald scalp shines through and may indicate permanent hair loss. A Little About Sebaceous Glands Naturally produced sebum is necessary for the skin as it prevents it from drying out. However, too much can make the scalp...

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Can Scalp Micropigmentation Go Wrong?

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​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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How Long Does It Take To Learn Scalp Micropigmentation?

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How do I become a scalp micropigmentation artist? Perhaps this is the question on your mind. Training courses are available that give both theoretical and practical experience. They may run from one to several days or weeks. There is an option for online and offline SMP training. Even the best online course equips you with exhaustive learning that is crucial to build a foundation of SMP. An SMP course can take 1-2 weeks. What is SMP Training? Scalp micropigmentation is a revolutionary cosmetic procedure that aims to hide scalp problems underneath SMP pigment. A scalp artist is trained in using...

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What is SMP for crown bald spot?

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Spot baldness hurts as much as hair loss. The medical name for this is alopecia areata that causes the immune system to attack its own cells, including healthy ones. As a result, it affects hair follicles too and resulting in small bald spots. Another major cause of bald spots is scalp infection. It is not always possible to regrow hair in bald spots unless you undergo a hair transplant surgery. What’s more, in some cases, even a transplant may not work. If you are suffering from a genetic disorder, the hair transplant may not help stimulate hair growth. Alopecia areata...

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