Scalp Micropigmentation
Scalp Micropigmentation
What is SMP?
Unfortunately premature hair loss affects two thirds of men. While some are happy to embrace this, shave their head and go for the Bruce Willis and Jason Statham look, for some it is a complete loss of not only their hair but their personality, character and self esteem.
Other hair replacement techniques can be costly and ineffective leaving you out of pocket and disappointed. Well SMP (scalp micropigmentation) is different. Although it can’t replace long flowing locks it can give you back confidence and self-esteem, with no invasive surgery, magic creams or unsightly, unmanageable hair pieces.
Scalp Micropigmentation
What is SMP?
Scalp micropigmentation is an advanced micropigmentation technique that addresses thinning hair in both men and women. Often referred to as hair follicle simulation, scalp micropigmentation involves the depositing of thousands of tiny pigment ‘dots’ implanted superficially into the scalp skin to replicate the appearance of shaven hair.
For men, this technique is used to recreate a closely cropped look that appears as a style choice, rather than the appearance of going bald. Depending on the level of hair loss, it is sometimes possible for the client to maintain their existing hair length, although many choose to shave and use the simulated look to its fullest potential.
In women, or men who wish to keep their hair longer, scalp micropigmentation reduces the contrast between the hair and the scalp to create a thicker, fuller look of hair. This option is suitable for clients who still have hair remaining and do not wish to cut their hair short.
How Can SMP
Help You?
When executed by a trained and skilled practitioner, the scalp micropigmentation process is safe and effective, and provides a highly realistic and virtually undetectable illusion of hair. Usually, no-one needs to know that anything has been done unless the client chooses to let people know. Many of our clients return to their everyday lives and don’t tell anyone, not even their close friends and family.
Usually completed over 2-4 treatment sessions, scalp micropigmentation is non-invasive and low maintenance, and only requires routine top-ups every 3-5 years.
As one of the most thoroughly trained micropigmentation teams in the business, Emma Baglee Aesthetics produce a customised treatment for each client to meet their individual preferences and requirements.
Scalp Micropigmentation
Frequently Asked Questions
Scalp Micropigmentation will depend on the size of area treated, from £300 per session for just replacing a receding hairline or a thinning patch on the crown to £500 per session for a full top of head (Norwood VII). You can send a photo or book free no obligation consultation.
Varying from person to person and your pain threshold, if you have had a tattoo before you will pretty much know what to expect, but SMP is not applied as deep so in theory should hurt less.
You will hear “I fell asleep during mine” to “it hurt more on my scalp as it’s bony”.
I’m not going to tell you it doesn’t hurt at all but scalp micropigmentation really isn’t that bad.
A numbing cream can be used if absolutely necessary.
It is a tattoo so scalp micropigmentation is permanent and like a tattoo it will fade over time, you will need to look after it and apply sun cream in good weather.
Scalp micropigmentation top ups tend to be done between 2-5 years but this will vary from person to person and how well you maintain it and lifestyle.
Scalp micropigmentation takes approx 4 hours for a full head (Norwood IIV) per session. Smaller areas less.
The normal amount of scalp micropigmentation is 3 sessions. Some sessions can be only 2 and occasionally 4 or 5.
For men, if you are staying within the hairline or just enhancing thinning areas, then no. If you are treating a hairless or bald area with scalp micropigmentation, yes.
The more of your own hair you have on top the longer you can go.
This can be discussed further on an individual basis.
For women, of course not, the hair will be parted in sections during the scalp micropigmentation treatment.
Scalp micropigmentation is carried out with a black carbon based pigment diluted down a grey scale to achieve the desired colour.
This works as when hair is cut to about 1mm in length it always looks a variant of grey.
It has been tried and tested that coloured pigment tends to fade and dis-colour much more than using the diluted black/grey scale that gives a much better scalp micropigmentation result over time. Although for red heads and very light skin tones I add add a modifying pigment. Basically trust us it’s been tried and tested!
I always use one of the best quality scalp micropigmentation inks too!
SMP like all tattoos fade over time. You would usually require top up every 5 years or so to keep it looking the same. So when you reach an age where you feel you may be getting a little grey it can be left longer to fade and then this will look natural, or just a lighter top according to what you require.
Also you may loose more hair over time and the size of area can be increased either as you loose your hair or we can follow the pattern in anticipation then top up as necessary.
I always offer scalp micropigmentation top ups to existing work at a nominal rate (materials used and time) and additional areas at the lower end of the price scale.
First you’ll have a scalp micropigmentation consultation face to face (We can quote from a photo to fit in with your busy lifestyle if need be). This will give us an insight to the area that needs to be treated, and your skin type. You’ll also need to fill in a medical history form to make me aware of any medical conditions you may have – this doesn’t mean you can’t have SMP, just that I may need to take extra precautions or extra care depending on condition.
You can discuss with me the style of scalp micropigmentation you require. For example a feathered broken hairline, a sharp defined one even a peaked or receding one – bringing along an old photo is good. I’ll advise on the colour depending on your original hair colour but there is room to go slightly lighter or darker. I’ll advise how many sessions I think you will need (the norm is 3) but this can depend on how the pigment takes further down the line.
Scalp Micropigmentation
The Process
Session 1
On the first scalp micropigmentation session we will draw and work on the hairline together. This is the most important part and can take time as will define your whole look – it’s not a stage that should be rushed.
Once we’re both happy we will start at the crown to let you get a feel for the needle and colour, then work on your hair line and then fill in the areas that are missing hair. The dots will seem slightly spaced out and a little light in colour but at this stage but that is perfectly normal – we fill in more at the next session.
Session 2
We will inspect how the pigment has held and discuss any changes to the scalp micropigmentation treatment you want to make to the hairline and colour.
Then we go over the whole treated area again, adding density to start creating your desired look.
Session 3
The treatment is assessed, checking if the pigment has taken well to all areas and adding more density. Some people don’t need this session; some need an extra one. It’s important to build it up slowly in layers for a re natural look and you’re satisfied
You should be very happy with your new style and of course full aftercare instructions are given . These include avoiding getting the area wet for approximately 4 days, then washing with water only for another few days, and avoiding direct sunlight, swimming, saunas and steam rooms for another 3 weeks. This helps your pigment settle and gives you the best long term results so you can enjoy your new look!
Scalp Micropigmentation
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