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Head scars can happen in an accident or a hair transplant surgery. No doubt, scars are unsightly, and you don’t want them to ruin your personality. A scar causes a bald spot in the head and can affect your self-esteem. So you may want to cover scars by wearing a hat or a hair system to avoid embarrassment in public. Luckily, there is a better solution for this problem. Scalp micropigmentation can help conceal scars when performed by a skilled technician. SMP experts use the best tools to cover scalp problems under the permanent SMP pigment. What is SMP and...

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...

SMP is a relatively safer hair restoration procedure than a traditional tattoo, which is not meant for the scalp. As opposed to a tattoo, SMP uses different tools and techniques. In fact, the pigment used in SMP is quite different from that used in a tattoo procedure. So scalp micropigmentation is a totally different procedure from a traditional tattoo. Even the method of tattoo implantation is different. In fact, the depth at which tattoo is implanted is not the same in both cases. While a scalp artist is focused on safety and sanitation, tattoo artists rarely worry about it. There...

Baldness is not welcome. Some even shudder at the thought of baldness. Accompanying baldness is that mirror-like shine on the scalp, which is even more unwelcome. Now that you are here, it is guaranteed that baldness shine is unwelcome for you too. So you are looking for ways to reduce shine and achieve a matte look. What is a shiny scalp? A bald head shines as there are no follicles on the scalp. Bald scalps have a completely smooth surface. There is no hair growth either. Due to the lack of texture on the scalp, it is easier for light...

What should you avoid after scalp micropigmentation? First things first, you want to protect your SMP from direct sunlight at any cost. So do not walk out into the sun after scalp micropigmentation. As the pigment is still fresh, harmful ultra violet rays can result in ink fading. Now you want to apply a moisturizer and sunscreen that comes with SPF 30. Try to avoid tanning beds until the skin heals. In fact, your focus should be to keep the skin hydrated. Using a quality moisturizer or hydrating cream is the best aftercare tip. Can I swim after SMP? Swimming...