Using Scalp Micropigmentation Ink for Long Hair Fill-ins and Density
Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is an effective tool for treating hair loss. It helps those who've completely lost their hair regain the appearance of having healthy hair follicles while also helping to mask thinning hair. SMP artists use the scalp micropigmentation ink sold here at Folicule to add visual density to your scalp and to help blend in hair extensions (fill-ins). Here are some reasons why using SMP ink may be a viable option when looking for long hair fill-ins:
SMP Ink Complements Your Real Hair
The American Academy of Dermatology reports that everyone loses 50-100 hairs daily. Hair loss or thinning occurs when your scalp cannot grow all of that hair back. Products like SMP ink help deal with this hair loss while also looking natural alongside the hair you still have.
Black and brown shades of SMP ink can be diluted to match several different hair colors. This allows SMP artists to mimic the look of healthy hair follicles customized to your hair color. Grouping several ink marks around natural hair spreads the color across your scalp, creating the appearance of a full, dense head of hair.
SMP Ink Offers Instant Results
You often have to wait to see results with other hair loss treatments. Whether it’s waiting for stimulated hair follicles to begin growing hair or transplanted hair to start appearing, it may take time that you’re unwilling to wait. Using SMP ink lets you bypass the waiting time and allows you to see almost instant results from newly placed marks on your scalp.
A typical course of using SMP ink might require anywhere from 2–4 applications done by a qualified artist. This isn’t because multiple treatments are required to see any progress; the ink appears as soon as it’s applied. You then get a clear picture of what the end result will be at the end of your scheduled treatment sessions. Most of the follow-up visits are dedicated to touching up the work from that initial session.
SMP Ink Applications Are Minimally Invasive
Your SMP artist applies the SMP ink in their office, whereas other treatments may occur at a medical clinic. The ink application itself is a cosmetic as opposed to a surgical procedure. Applying ink to your scalp is less invasive than the work that goes into hair fill-in placement. Extensive recuperation isn’t needed; at most, you may have to adhere to a few aftercare steps.
The reason why scalp micropigmentation ink is applied over multiple sessions is that working with the skin is a delicate process. It’s possible that some areas of the scalp may see the pigmentation fade over long periods of time. Subsequent visits give your artist the chance to go over these areas to create a uniform, dense appearance across the treatment area.
SMP Ink Results Are Easy To Maintain
SMP ink won’t wash out, and you can continue to care for your scalp in the same manner as before. Traditional shampoos should have no fading effect on the SMP ink. Wait to treat your scalp with anything until you've fully healed from the application.
There are aftercare products that you can use to help extend the appearance of your micropigmentation. Moisturizers can help reduce dry skin on your scalp, and anti-shine solutions help deal with excess perspiration from skin patches without real hair follicles. Sunscreen can also protect the skin on your scalp from drying out and potentially affecting the color of your SMP ink. Supplementing your ink application with these aftercare products may replace tasks you currently do to maintain a clean scalp, so relatively little extra effort is needed to maintain your results.
SMP Ink Results Are Long-lasting
The results from a single course of treatment with the SMP ink can usually last several years depending on aftercare and maintenance. Using SMP is often referred to as getting a "hair tattoo" because its permanency is similar to a regular tattoo. SMP differs in that the ink is semi-permanent, meaning that eventual fading is expected.
The fact that SMP ink is semi-permanent potentially makes it an even more effective hair-loss solution. The ability to alter your results with subsequent applications makes this a hair treatment option that grows with you. You can update the color of your SMP ink as your natural hair color changes as you age. Explore the range of color options offered on the Folicule website.
Your Source for Scalp Micropigmentation Ink
Using SMP is an effective option when you're looking for a solution to deal with long hair fill-ins or density issues. The right ink allows you to get the most from your treatments. Many skilled SMP artists rely on our products at Folicule as their scalp micropigmentation ink of choice. Contact us to learn more about how our product line can provide you with the results you’re looking for.