Scalp Micropigmentation
What is scalp micropigmentation?
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Scalp Micropigmentation is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that uses a pen-like tattoo machine to "create micro-dotted impressions on the scalp that mimic hair follicles
Does scalp micropigmentation work if you already have hair?
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The short answer is definitely.
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There is a range of options depending on the pattern of hair loss.
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Those with a thinning head of hair can have follicles tattooed onto areas where there is still hair growth to create the appearance of lush volume
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​What is the process?
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Once in the chair, be prepared to sit still for a while.
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Depending on the size of the area being worked on, each session can take anywhere from one to five hours
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To complete SMP, two to three sessions are usually needed.
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The first plays out like this: the SMP artist matches the ink to the color of your existing follicles and skin tone.
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In the initial session, we typically use a lighter shade and tattoo with enough space in between each impression in order to see how the scalp ultimately heals Then a pen-style tattoo machine embeds the ink into the scalp.
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During the follow-up sessions we perfect the look by filling in more detail and going one or two shades darker if necessary to create the appearance of three-dimensional hairs.
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There's also a healing time around 10 days in between each one to prevent ink migration and over saturation
SMP Advantages:
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Creates a new hairline for receding hair
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Disguises alopecia
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Camouflages scars (including hair transplant scars)
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Creates thicker and fuller looking hair for females
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Adds density for longer, thinning hair for males, including those who have had hair transplants previously too
