Scalp Micro Pigmentation for Hair Loss

Introduction

Hair loss can be devastating for a person who wants to look their best. In fact, hair loss affects nearly 50% of the population. Losing more hair every year can impact how you feel about yourself as well as how others perceive you. There are many treatments available to help with hair loss and scalp micro pigmentation or SMP is one of them. This blog will discuss what scalp micro pigmentation is and why it may be an option for people experiencing hair loss.

Scalp Micro Pigmentation or SMP

Scalp Micro Pigmentation or SMP is a form of tattooing that uses small particles of pigment to create the illusion of hair. The procedure involves placing the pigment into the skin, creating tiny dots that look like hairs.

SMP is not a cure for hair loss and it does not provide permanent coverage for baldness. However, it can be used to fill in thinning areas on your scalp or make your existing hair appear thicker by creating the effect that there are more hairs growing from your scalp than there actually are.

Treatments for hair loss

You have several treatment options if you’re experiencing hair loss. Options range from medication to surgery, with varying degrees of success and effectiveness.

• Minoxidil: This is one of the most common treatments used for male pattern baldness (MPB). It works by promoting blood flow to your scalp, which helps grow new hair follicles. The downside is that minoxidil can cause side effects such as itching and irritation, in addition to increasing your risk for high blood pressure or stroke.
• Propecia: Another popular medication mainly used for MPB, Propecia works by halting the production of DHT—a hormone that causes hair loss—in men who are genetically predisposed to receding hairlines and baldness on the top of their heads. It’s important to note that this medication doesn't work for everyone with MPB; some people have reported losing their eyebrows after taking it! So proceed with caution when considering whether or not this treatment would be a good fit for you specifically (and talk honestly with your doctor about any concerns or questions).

Getting a scalp micro pigmentation treatment

Scalp micro pigmentation is a non-invasive treatment that uses an FDA-approved ink to cover the scalp in tiny, natural-looking hair dots.

It works by using your natural hair colour and matching our pigment to it and applying it to your scalp to create the look of real hair. The colour matches the natural colour of your hair, so you don’t need to worry about people noticing it.

The treatments last up to 3 - 6 years, depending on how often you wash your hair and how well you care for it, how active you are, how much sun exposure you get etc. Most patients see great results after just one session!

Try SMP if you're experiencing hair loss.

Scalp micro pigmentation (SMP) is a great option for those experiencing hair loss. SMP can be used to cover thinning hair, bald spots, and scars. 

Conclusion

The treatment is a semi-painless process that takes just a few hours and sessions to complete. It can be done on trouble areas only or on a person's entire head, depending on how much hair loss they're experiencing. To learn more about scalp micro pigmentation treatments and how they could help you get back your hair, contact us today!