MICRO-PIGMENTATION IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CLIENTS WHO ARE OR HAVE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
Currently pregnancy, breast-feeding or planning - Heart disorders - Autoimmune diseases - Active and inflamed eczema or psoriasis - Type I diabetic - Acute Keloid and hypertrophic scarring - Taking blood thinning medication - Accutane currently or in the last 6 months - Hair transplant or major scars within 10-12 months
*If you have had a hair transplant procedure, we need to allow at least 10-12 months for grafts to settle, grow and heal before treating this area. If you are using topical hair solutions or medications (Rogaine or Minoxidil), undergoing PRP therapy, needling or steroid injections to the scalp, a doctors approval for the start of your SMP is reccomended.
SCALP MICRO-PIGMENTATION (SMP)
Scalp Micropigmentation is a non-invasive treatment that uses needles to deposit micro pigments into the scalp. This procedure creates the appearance of hair follicles that help thicken and restore the look of fuller hair. Fully trained and certified by The Premier Providers of Scalp Micropigmentation, Scalp Co.
FAQs
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Anyone! If your hair is:
Starting to thin
Receding
Completely bald
This treatment can restore receded hairlines, thicken remaining hair, camouflage transplant scarring (or other scars on the head) and create the look of a close shaved head.
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The micro needle deposits ink replicating your own natural hair follicles and hair color. It can help strengthen and add density to thinning areas, creating an illusion of thicker hair. It can also create or fill in necessary areas for the look of a fresh shaved head. The end result will always have a seamless look.
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Pricing is based on the level of hair loss, which is different for each client. Typically, the price ranges between $1000- $4,000 (The personalized quoted consultation amount covers the entire 3-4 sessions). A consultation is required to evaluate your case and provide a personalized price quote based on your hair loss needs. Financing is available.
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This treatment requires little to no continued maintenance or daily restrictions.
This treatment is fully customized to each individual with hairline design, style preferences and final goals.
Patients typically receive 3 to 4 sessions (12-14 days in between), followed by “touch ups” over time, if needed.
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How Scalp Micro-pigmentation compares to other hair loss solutions:
No Surgery
Minimal Maintenance
Budget-friendly
No Medication
100% Effective
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Hairline SMP gives you the ability to restore your receded hairline and fully customize the hairline style to your desired look.
Together we will find the perfect hairline for your face, head shape, and age.
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Whether you’ve just started thinning or have already lost most of your hair, Scalp Micropigmentation may work for you.
Scalp Micropigmentation is the ideal solution for those that suffer from pattern baldness and have lost a lot of hair. By creating the follicle look throughout all of the balding areas, a client can achieve the look of a full head of shaved hair or thicker hair immediately.
Scalp Pigmentation is also great for those with only minor thinning or recession. By accurately replicating your own natural hair follicles and hair color, scalp pigmentation can help strengthen and add density to thinning areas, creating an undetectable illusion of thicker, stronger hair.
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If you’ve had a hair transplant or have any surgical /non surgical scars, scalp micropigmentation can help conceal it.
SMP can conceal multiple scars including:
Strip Scarring
FUE/FUT Scarring
Plug Scarring
Alopecia Scarring
Accident Scarring
This treatment with a precise technique Is able to delicately deposit pigment into the scar tissue and surrounding area to help blend out and diminish the visibility of the scarring. By accurately matching the color and creating the look of follicles inside the scar, many clients can expect improvement in the appearance of scarring.
Precare & Aftercare
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Exfoliate: 7 days prior and again 48 hours before treatment. Use an exfoliating agent such as sugar scrub to remove dead skins cells off the scalp
Moisturize 2-3 times daily
Drink 64oz of water daily
NO alcohol or blood thinners 24 hours before appointment
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Come with hair cut down with a Zero guard on the clippers (if consult requires it)
Moisturize your scalp
Must be 18 years or older
If needed, you may bring a snack and drink as the sessions will take about 3-4 hours on average.
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On the next day apply A&D ointment morning and night for the next two days.
48hrs after your procedure you can wash the treated area with 5PM Shadow Cleanse Soap. Wash daily for best results.
72hrs after your procedure you can resume light weight exercises but limit cardio exercises because you want to limit sweating so the treatment does not lighten up.
7 days after you can use 5PM Shadow Hydrate. For best results use this daily in between your Scalp Micro-pigmentation treatments so the skin stays hydrated. If skin is dry, it makes the process exponentially more difficult for your SMP (Scalp Micro-pigmentation) technicians. So continuing to hydrate is essential for best results and a smooth treatment process.
Avoid direct intense sunlight for 28 days. Light morning sun is ok but limit to 20 minutes max per day.
Avoid any activities that can cause excessive sweating for the first 4 days and try to limit the use of hats within reason for the first 48hrs after your procedure. You need to let’s the skin breathe as much as possible. If you do need to wear a hat wear a netted trucker style snap back hat.
Recommended Aftercare products can be found on Scalp Co. aftercare page.
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Day 1-4 after your treatment session AVOID:
Touching, showering, or applying hair product to scalp
Absolutely NO dry shampoo
Carrying out any activities that may cause excessive sweating (5-7 days)
Using shampoo
Direct sunlight (Sun exposure is ok, long periods of exposure is not)
Swimming, sauna, or the steam room (14 days)
NOTE: If hair needs to be styled (ex: work/event) wet a comb before brushing, do not wet the scalp
Day 4 after your treatment resume:
Wash your head gently with cold water and gentle soap (Paraben and sulfate free)
Resume using daily product as needed
NOTE: Wait 2 full weeks before having hair dyed and at least one week before your next session
Recommended Aftercare products can be found on Scalp Co. aftercare page.
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SWELLING: A slight amount of swelling is typical for a fresh tattoo. If swelling becomes excessive, uncomfortable and you feel the pain radiating beyond the site of the tattoo, then this is a sign of infection.
FEVER: Fever is a symptom of an underlying condition, which is most often an infection. Please contact a medical provider if you think you may have a possible infection.
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Long term aftercare rule #1 use spf sunblock preferably Coppertone brand. If you are out in the sun for extended periods of time please reapply throughout the day accordingly. Unprotected exposure to the sun can and will cause unnecessary and early fading issues.
Be vigilant and protect your treatment. It is also recommended to hydrate the scalp so the skin stays vibrant. After the first 28 days after any treatment you can swim in chlorinated pools without any issues. If you stick to these basic guidelines you will prolong the life of your treatment.
Male and Female Hair Loss Scale
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Ludwig-Savin Scale (Female Hair Loss Classification)
The Ludwig classification system is a system for determining the extent of female pattern baldness. There are three stages of the Ludwig classification system: Type 1 indicates initial signs of balding and Type 3 is the most severe. The Savin scale is a very similar classification system that also measures overall thinning.
Once the classification stage is identified, we will be able to choose an appropriate treatment option for effectiveness. The Ludwig-Savin scale lays out a foundation on where to start treatment and how to see results.
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Hamilton-Norwood Scale (Male Hair Loss Classification)
Male pattern baldness is often measured by the Norwood Scale, the most popular classification system for hair loss in men. When men start to lose their hair, they typically start to see a pattern over the course of many years. The Norwood Scale assesses the progression of hair loss on a scale of 1 to 7.
Once the classification stage is identified, we will be able to choose an appropriate treatment option for effectiveness. The Norwood Scale lays out a foundation on where to start treatment and how to see results.