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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP)?
Scalp Micropigmentation is a cosmetic tattooing technique which conceals balding. It is suitable for many applications including stubble imitation to create a full buzz cut look, creating the illusion of density in longer hair in women and men by diminishing the lightness of exposed scalp and for concealing Alopecia. The treatment is also effective in significantly reducing the appearance and contrast of transplant scarring (FUT and FUE) and other cranial scars or random patches of hair loss. It is also suitable for beard stubble patches or beard enhancement and definition.
How does SMP work?
In an SMP procedure tiny deposits of pigment are placed in the scalp skin to make a fine stipple pattern or copy of your freshly shaved stubble. In longer hair scenarios this texture diminishes the light scalp tone to reduce the contrast with your existing growth. This is typically done over three sessions using a specialised technique and different pigment dilutions to create our 3D SMP effect to produce a natural and lasting result. The tattoo texture in the areas of hair loss is artistically blended into your existing stubble or growth creating the illusion of thicker hair or a full head of shaved hair.
Does SMP look real?
With SMP a viable technique and exceptional results only come from the correct training followed by years of experience on different skin types and scenarios. For this reason the realism of results varies from one company to the next and you should always seek an experienced provider like Novoscalp SMP Clinics in Sydney who have extensive experience (since 2015) specialising in SMP if you want a realistic outcome. SMP does look real! – when it’s done right. Many of our clients are able to ‘fly under the radar’ with their colleagues and family during the process. For every treatment type and approach the way the layering happens in subtle increments over the sessions and even once the treatment is completed makes it difficult for people to notice or work out why you look more vibrant. The final result of some 30 to 40 thousand tiny impressions (for most treatments) creates a convincing illusion no-one can imagine is a tattoo. A number of factors determine how effective this illusion is and how it retains it’s integrity. The experience, artistic skill and judgement of your Artist, their approach and the materials and technique used all contribute to the most ideal result possible. At Novoscalp SMP Clinics in Sydney we have a conservative approach and build towards a perfect final tone result with a 3D appearance and natural gradations at the hairline and through lighter areas such as the crown. We are at the forefront of this industry using SMP specific needles, pigment and tattoo devices.
What Issues Can Scalp Micropigmentation Solve or Improve?
SMP can be used to treat either the whole scalp area or just the patches where scalp is becoming exposed. Here are some of issues a Scalp Micropigmentation treatment with Novoscalp SMP Clinics in Sydney can help camouflage:
Total baldness
Male pattern baldness
Receding hairline
Bald patches
Is SMP the same as a tattoo?
The look of SMP is created using a tattoo machine designed specifically for Scalp Micropigmentation to carefully deposit pigments shallow into the skin of the scalp. It is important to understand that scalp pigmentation is not a traditional body art tattoo – a specialised technique is used and the colors used are formulated differently specifically for SMP and need to be diluted at the correct ratios for natural looking outcomes. It is also important to know that a correctly applied Scalp Micropigmentation treatment does not last forever, and may need a touch up after 3 years or longer depending on the application type and the required pigmentation tone.
Is SMP safe?
A Scalp Micropigmentation treatment with Novoscalp is completely safe. Pigments are formulated for each client session and disposable needle cartridges are opened from sterile packages and used as required. All surfaces are sterilised with antibacterial wipes in between each client. At Novoscalp Clinics we use premium SMP pigment. SMP pigment is derived from an organic source that has been used for tattooing over the centuries. There are no known allergies or reactions to the FDA approved pigment we use.
Can SMP Cause Hair Loss?
Scalp Micropigmentation performed correctly does not cause hair loss. The target area for deposits of pigment is in the lower layers of the superficial scalp skin. Hair follicle bulbs are deeper into the next dermal layer down in the connective tissue and will not be damaged with the correct technique.
Does SMP Hurt?
Every client has a different level of scalp sensitivity. Scalp Micropigmentation is a tattoo and most people are able to tolerate any discomfort over the course of an SMP session especially knowing it is worth it for an ideal result. Topical anaesthetics are able to be used in cases where a client is not able to cope with the sensation for the duration of the session.
Can Scalp Micropigmentation Go Wrong?
Scalp Micropigmentation is a refined and light-handed artistic application without room for error. As Scalp Micropigmentation has grown in popularity, so has the number of inexperienced Artists offering the treatment. We have seen the results of poor or completely incorrect SMP technique in many of these cases over the recent years. Many clients require laser removal to create a ‘clean’ enough scalp to effect a natural result with the correct technique. A cheap treatment can ending up costing you more in the long run. Provided you choose a company like Novoscalp SMP Clinics in Sydney who have experience (since 2015) in every SMP scenario, you can expect your treatment to be a complete success with flawless detail and the expected outcome achieved.
Is SMP suitable for people with long thinning hair?
If your hair is thinning we can create the illusion of thicker hair using a similar process as the shaved head look style to diminish the exposed scalp with a natural texture and to create a more uniform tone and look.
