Scalp Micopigmentation is a highly specialized procedure in which a carbon based hypoallergenic pigment of right shade as per client’s skin color, is introduced into the upper layers of skin at a precise depth, with a rotary pen device, thus forming extremely fine deposition of pigment that simulates the appearance of a hair follicle.
When done by a trained and skilled practitioner over three to four sittings, the final outcome gives an illusion of a shaved full head of Hair.
Not only does it bring an immense change in the looks of a person, but it also apparently knocks down quite a number of years from one’s age. This, no doubt, adds on oodles of confidence and flamboyance, leading to a better social life and more.
The protective barrier of your skin, the outer layer is worked upon in SMP, thus it is important that the procedure is performed under medical grade hygiene and it is essential that the service provider is well trained in prevention of cross infection and uses sterile and disposable materials for client safety.
Other than that one must also realize that SMP results are of permanent nature. SMP performed by an untrained service provider or that done with a compromised quality of material and low grade equipment, can turn out to be your worst nightmare.
Always consult in person, with your service provider before planning your first session. You may also ask for a test-patch to see if you are completely satisfied with the SMP center, before going ahead for the whole procedure.
SMP is a follicle simulation technique. While the results are realistic and the completed procedure does give an appearance of full head of shaved hair, it doesn’t grow new ‘real’ hair.
Creating a realistic appearance of full head of hair, doesn’t come easy and requires high level of expertise and a great aesthetic sense of the service provider along with good quality equipment and pigments.
The art, skill and technique of the service provider is what makes or breaks the final results.
At some places SMP is also known as Hair Tattoo in layman’s terms.
Technically speaking, micropigmentation and tattoo are very much alike, but there is lot of difference in some aspects, ranging from material, depth of deposition, aesthetics etc.
That is why it is essential for any new artist to get trained under reputed SMP providers so as to be clear about these subtle differences and thus be able to offer great results to their clients.
For natural looking SMP outcomes, the aesthetic sense and expertise of the SMP provider matters the most.
The first step of the process is a detailed consultation with the SMP provider. The client is made aware about the procedure so that he can freely make-up his mind and also his detailed medical history is noted.
After this, the SMP provider and client plan a customized hair line that suits the facial structure, age and requirements of the client.
A perfectly made customized hairline and pattern makes sure that the outcomes look natural and aesthetically appealing.
If it’s a whole head SMP, the first step is to trim all the hair close to the scalp, because for the final shaved head look, the simulated follicles have to match the appearance of original shaved hair.
The hairline design and trim won’t be required if it’s only a density treatment. A numbing cream is then applied locally on the scalp and after 45 minutes the procedure can start.
A high quality rotary type micropigmentation pen is used which is able deliver the pigment at precise depth giving a perfect follicle simulation. The procedure is practically painless and the client can enjoy his/her favorite music as the sessions continue.
Usually it takes 2-4 sittings depending upon the quantum of work that needs to be done for a perfect SMP look.
First sitting may take around 4 hours or so. Second sitting, usually after at a gap of one week is to build up more density and may require another 4 Hours.
Third and final sitting is required in most of the clients to give the desired finishing touches or to do minor modifications if required.
The sessions are usually scheduled, a week to 10 days apart from each other.
Yes, you are free to continue with your work even just after the procedure. You need not take holiday from work or college.
Your service provider will provide you a list of simple dos and donts for next 7-10 days as an aftercare for ensuring long lasting results.
Results of SMP easily last for four or more years and after that it may require touch up sessions to edge up the appearance again.
4-5 year of carefree and active lifestyle is no less than your passport to freedom.
Apart from giving an instant transformation to people with advanced male pattern baldness, SMP can equally benefit clients with other hairloss and cosmetic issues:
Density Treatment: SMP is also used for ‘density’ treatment to give denser appearance of hair growth to the scalp of candidates having thinning of hair. If you have already tried medical treatments for long enough without any positive response, then SMP could help you out by creating an appearance of much fuller appearance. The density treatment can be done in Chronic telogen effluvium in females and also in early grades of male balding.
Patchy Alopecia: It can also be used to cover-up long standing alopecia areata patches, or scarring alopecia that do not respond to medical treatment or relapse after treatment. Patients suffering from Alopecia Areata Totailis and Universalis can get immense benefit from SMP as cosmetic outcomes also affects positively the quality of life.
FUT/FUE Scar Camouflage: People who have undergone FUT hair transplant in past, can benefit from this procedure by SMP scar camouflage. After a gap of around 8 months or so when your scar is completely healed, SMP procedure can be used to camouflage it and make it almost invisible to naked eye. SMP can also be combined with a few sessions of Microneedling to make the scar smoother if it is not, already.
No medicine available on date can ‘cure’ the normal male pattern baldness.
The ones that physicians prescribe can at max delay the hair loss by few years. Not only do these need to be consumed and/or applied daily, none is free of its own set of Side-effects.
If you have a high grade of balding and are looking for other viable options or if you are done and over with these medicines, or if you are not a right candidate for Hair Transplant, then Scalp Micropigmentation, or SMP as it is popularly called, is the answer.
SMP can offer you an easy, safe and cost-effective way to get the feel and look of a head full of hair! The ease, comfort, stunning and instant results is what makes SMP a preferred treatment for many. Further, the freedom from side effects and any major regular maintenance are some of the prime reasons, that world over, many men and women are are now choosing SMP for their hair loss issues.
You are a perfect candidate for SMP, if:
-You have a high grade of male balding and the medicines are doing you not much good.
- You do not have a great donor area for undergoing a hair transplant or simply do not want to get a hair transplant done.
- You already, in past, have got a hair transplant done but you are not happy with the density at present. Or you may want to cover up the Hair transplants scar with SMP camouflage.
- You are someone with baldness or receded hair line but you are not much into medicines and stuff or if you are looking for a complete freedom from popping up medicine daily.
- You have an active lifestyle and sticking to daily medicine schedule or weekly procedures is not your cup of tea.
- You want Instant results!
- You feel that a Shaved hair cut is dashing and you are game to support it with great confidence.
- If you have a non-responding alopecia areata Totalis/ Universalis, Or If you have stable scarring alopecia, burn or injury wounds with no hair in those patches.
While many of the options for hair restoration tie you down with a tedious routine and hence don’t gel well with your active lifestyle, SMP however, once done, stays for 4 and more years. No special care is required other than maintaining your hair trimmed and a decent sun protection.
Can I shower, wet my scalp and swim? Yes. You can! Just after 7-10 days of your SMP sitting, your scalp is all healed and ready to take any stream of shower, be it Jacuzzi, steam or sauna, rain-shower or water sports of any kind.
Can I play any kind of sports and be not worried about it? Yes! SMP is well set in your skin’s natural environment. The simulated follicles reside inside the skin. With SMP you don’t have to worry while engaging in any physical activity. Go get ready for your next roller coaster ride with SMP, now!
SMP is performed with a rotary micropigmentation pen device with disposable microneedle cartiridges.
Use of needles might sound painful but the truth is that an authorized practitioner uses suitable numbing cream on your scalp for about half an hour before procedure. The numbing thus achieved makes sure that the whole procedure is comfortable for the client.
There is minimal redness after the procedure which usually fades off in a day or two, but it does not interfere with client’s work or daily essential activities.
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