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Scalp Micropigmentation
We’ve all heard of skin tattoos, but have you heard of hair tattoos?
Like brow tattoos or micro-blading, a similar technique creates an illusion of fuller hair. Known as Scalp Micropigmentation, it’s highly favoured because it covers bald spots and areas with sparse hair growth.
Let’s learn about this technique, how long it lasts, and its pros and cons.
Scalp Micropigmentation is a non-surgical procedure useful for individuals suffering from hair loss and hair thinning.
This cosmetic procedure aims to cover sparse scalp areas creating hair-like lines and layered dots for an illusion of a fuller scalp. A skilled practitioner will draw dots with permanent ink resembling hair follicles without surgical intervention.
Types of Scalp Micropigmentation?
There are two types of scalp micropigmentation,
Permanent scalp micropigmentation: Recommended by dermatologists, this uses permanent ink to resemble your existing hair colour. While the results are long-lasting, you can opt for a touch up if the pigment fades.
Temporary scalp micropigmentation: This quick technique is usually prescribed to check the look before performing a permanent procedure. The pigments are deposited using a temporary ink that fades over time.
It starts with an initial consultation with the dermatologist to understand the extent and severity of hair loss. Subsequently, a practitioner will prep the target area to administer hypoallergic medical pigments.
The practitioner implants pigment under the scalp’s surface using a machine with super-fine needles. It makes hair look natural while covering the bald patches.
The practitioner will also draw the hairline to create depth and definition.
Before the procedure, the practitioner or Scalp Micropigmentation Artist (SMP) will find pigment or ink closest to your existing hair colour and skin tone.
As a rule of thumb, a lighter shade is deposited to check how the colour looks when the scalp heals completely.
The follow-up sessions involve filling the pigment in detail by carefully creating an illusion of three-dimensional hair.
The entire process can take up to five hours, depending on the size of the treated area.
- Non-surgical procedure: Scalp Micropigmentation is a minimally invasive procedure that doesn’t involve surgery to replicate fuller hair and hairline. The practitioner ensures the pigment blends flawlessly with the existing hair.
- Relatively painless: Even though everyone’s pain tolerance is different, you will likely experience mild discomfort or scratching sensation.
- No downtime: It requires no physical recovery or elaborate after-care post-procedure.
- No significant side effects: Unlike surgical hair transplants and other invasive procedures, it has no side effects or risks.
- Affordable: Scalp Micropigmentation is a pocket-friendly procedure.
- Long-lasting: The results are long-lasting and can be easily maintained. You may only need touch-up sessions in the future.
- Fuss-free: Scalp Micropigmentation is a fuss-free alternative to other hair restoration techniques for people suffering from hair thinning, alopecia, cancer, and male and female baldness.
Anyone above 18 years old can opt for Scalp Micropigmentation. It is ideal for those with
- Alopecia areata
- Male pattern baldness
- Female pattern baldness
- Hormonal hair loss
- Hair thinning
- Hair loss due to chemotherapy
- Scarred scalp
Those with sensitive skin or prone to keloids should refrain.
Scalp Micropigmentation doesn’t require any elaborate recovery—You can return to your normal activities immediately.
Although you may experience some sensation on the scalp, along with redness or tenderness, it may last for a day or two.
- Before Scalp Micropigmentation, avoid exposing your scalp to UV rays.
- After treatment, avoid sun exposure on the scalp.
- Refrain from strenuous or heavy exercises that may cause excessive sweating.
- Avoid hot showers or saunas that may lead to moisture in the treated area.
- Avoid washing or wetting your scalp for several days after the treatment.
- Avoid swimming for a week or so.
- Avoid wearing helmets.
The exact cost depends on the size of the target area, grade of baldness, number of sessions, presence of scarred tissue, clinic’s location, and the practitioner’s skill.
There are no significant side effects but those with sensitive skin may experience allergic reactions to the pigment.
It is also risky to get the treatment done by an unlicensed practitioner as it leads to an unnatural appearance. Using unsterilised needles may also lead to infection.
Men and women are increasingly opting for hair restoration procedures to elude hair loss without complex surgeries or medicated treatments. Plus, it’s affordable and offers long-term results with little to no maintenance.
We recommend visiting a hair expert or skilled dermatologist for a consultation.
frequently asked questions
It has long-lasting results if maintained well. You can enjoy permanent results for about five years or more.
Later, you may go for quick touch ups.
Yes, it works on those with sparse hair growth or thin hair.
The treatment doesn’t affect hair follicles as it doesn’t alter your hair growth.
It’s a reasonably safe treatment with no surgery or medication risks.
It is a relatively pain-free treatment that may involve some pricking or scratching sensation resembling a tattoo. However, the practitioner applies numbing cream before the treatment to reduce discomfort.
You can continue with your daily activities with exceptions, such as avoiding heavy workouts. The recovery period lasts for about a week or less.
It does give natural-looking results by camouflaging the bald scalp areas.
No, it’s a cosmetic treatment that doesn’t affect your hair growth.
If your practitioner recommends, you can shave your entire head. But in many cases, it’s not required.
Typically, 4-5 hours in a session.
Yes, it works on light or blonde hair as well.
It is considered a semi-permanent procedure that lasts more than five years if maintained properly. If it fades, you can get touch-ups.
Yes, the SMP practitioner will use the hair colour as a reference to match the relevant shade of pigment.
The ink is known as folicule, a specialised ink made of natural and medical-grade hypoallergic pigments to emulate your hair colour.
Yes, it works on anyone regardless of their hair and skin colour.
Yes, it works with all types of hair colour, even grey.
Some people may experience an itchy scalp after the treatment. However, it’s completely normal and subsides after a few days.
Yes, you can dye your hair after the procedure. Only dye or colour four weeks following the treatment.
Yes, it works for any hair length. It helps to enhance the overall look of those suffering from hair loss with long hair.
It doesn’t impact hair follicles, so it neither stimulates nor stops hair growth.
The procedure involves inserting pigment with tiny needles directly above hair follicles, so it does not lead to hair loss.
Yes, it is a non-surgical procedure ideal for people with thinning hair and other types of hair loss.
It’s a cosmetic procedure that involves the use of pigment to mimic the hair or hairline. It does not include anything related to hair.
Although it uses a pigment and specific equipment, it doesn’t penetrate the skin like regular tattoo ink.
Although commonly called hair tattoo, it’s nothing like traditional tattooing as everything from the type of ink, the deposit of ink and the depth of pigment deposits vary.
If not done correctly, it may turn green or blue depending on the quality of the treatment and equipment used.
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