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You have heard it over and over again that you should avoid sun exposure after scalp micropigmentation. But you often wonder as to how sun exposure affects SMP. Your scalp artist might tell you to wear a hat before stepping out in the sun. Let’s explore the reason. If you plan to undergo scalp micropigmentation, it is important to make yourself aware of SMP aftercare tips beforehand. The first important thing is to shield your new hairline from harmful ultraviolet rays. The reason is simple – you don’t want it to fade upon exposure to the sun. Why you should...

Scalp micropigmentation is a permanent procedure. However, there are several factors that can cause fading of the pigment. Unless you are aware of those factors and practice scalp aftercare tips, your pigmentation is at a high risk of fading. Choosing an unskilled scalp practitioner, spending hours in the sun, and using harmful, abrasive aftercare products are some of the factors that make your scalp pigment prone to fading. In normal conditions, the pigment fades away slowly over a period of time and requires touch-up sessions after a few years. How Does SMP Look in the Sun? Scalp micropigmentation looks the...

Scalp micropigmentation uses a pen machine to deliver pigment into the scalp. The best SMP practitioners prefer a stable yet lightweight pen machine that efficiently does its job of pigment implantation. SMP pen is designed to deliver high-quality scalp procedures. There are different types of pen machines available, with those with longer strokes designed to deposit more pigment into the scalp without penetrating too much into the scalp. They use micro needles that penetrate into the outer layer of the skin or epidermis to enter the dermis layer. With the right SMP machine, the scalp artist can control the depth...