Scalp Micro-Pigmentation
Also known as "SMP"
What is it?! Scalp micro-pigmentation (SMP) is the quickest, safest and less invasive way to fix hair loss..for good! SMP is a tattoo, it is done with the highest quality of pigments and a single needle. Czarina replicates hair follicles by implanting pigment 1-2 mm into the scalp where it will blend in with your natural hair follicles. Creating these tattooed hair follicles give the illusion of a darker, fuller, healthier looking scalp! This technique is perfect for hiding most patterns of hair loss/hair thinning on MEN and WOMEN. It takes a highly skilled practitioner to create this realism effect.
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Sounds Amazing? It is!
Pigment is placed into the upper dermis, this means over time it will fade.
A 2-4 year touch up session is required to keep the scalp looking fresh. A touch up should only be done if the pigment has faded. SMP is done in 3 separate sessions to ensure full coverage and a perfect blend. These sessions are 2-3 weeks apart from each other and after your 3rd session, Czarina will do a 4th session for FREE. This free session is done 4 weeks later and is offered so Czarina can take fully healed photos and ensure it is perfectly blended, hitting any spots that may need a little extra pigment.
Q&A's From Clients
Do I Have To Shave My Head?
If you are a man with shorter hair / extreme balding pattern then YES. Shaving your head to a buzz cut of 0-1 will ensure proper pigment placement and blending.
If you are a woman or man with longer hair and you just need to add more density (as shown in the photo below) you do not need to shave your head.
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Having a consult with Czarina is the best way for her to answer all your SMP questions! Feel free to reach out to her as consults are FREE!
Does It Hurt?
SMP does not hurt. Czarina uses a topical numbing cream to ensure comfort during the procedure. If you start to feel the needle, you will let her know and she can add more numbing. On that note , everyone does have different levels of pain tolerance, although it should not be painful, you may experience some scratching sensations.
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Will It Damage My Hair Follicles?
It will not cause any damage to your natural hair follicles, in fact SMP brings blood flow to the scalp which can trigger your hair to get healthier and even create new hair growth. This has happened with a few clients in the past, but it is not promised nor the selling point for scalp tattooing. SMP is to create the illusion of a fuller head of hair.
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How Will It Look When I Am Older?
Czarina is very proud of her ability to make all her cosmetic tattoos look natural. Going into SMP tattooing she had the same approach. She starts light and will work up to a denser look, ensuring too much pigment is not being placed into the skin. This soft approach helps in the aging process of her work. Over time pigment will get lighter and lighter, this way if clients start going grey, it will be easy for Czarina to use a lighter color at the refresh appointment with no contradictions.
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Before & After
How To Prep & Do After Care?
Prep & After Care is SUPER important when it comes to any form of cosmetic tattooing. following each step is critical for good healed results. If a client does not follow these steps, they will not have good retention.
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Prep:
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Avoid alcohol, caffeinated drinks, sweaty exercise 24 hours before appointment
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Drink lots of water and have a good meal before your appointment
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Avoid blood thinners 48 hours before your appointment
After Care:
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Go home and rinse your scalp in the shower with warm water (short shower)
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Keep your scalp dry for 3 days
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On day 4 shampoo and condition the scalp gently
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Avoid Exercise, Saunas, Hot Tubs for 10 Days
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Do not scratch or rub scalp for 10 days
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Day 10 you can shower and scrub your scalp really well
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