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Can I Swim After SMP?

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Scalp micropigmentation has a seven-day healing process after each session. That means you should practice a few SMP aftercare tips so that your scalp pigment stays good forever. Now you want to avoid hot tubs, lakes, sea, and pools because of high chlorine, which is not good for SMP pigment. After 30 days, everything will be normal. Can I swim in ocean after SMP? Avoid soaking your head in normal, salty, or chlorinated water. It is also important to avoid any rigorous activities that can make you to sweat. Too much sweat can cause discoloration of the pigment, which may...

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How To Make SMP More Vibrant Without Head Shine

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SMP is trending as a permanent hair restoration solution for being painless and offering a quicker recovery than a hair transplant. For many men and women, it is their last hope for hair loss. being non-invasive, SMP creates the appearance of a buzz-cut look. Although SMP is permanent, a little fading of the ink is natural. Scalp artists recommend a few touch-ups every few years to revive the pigment and turn it fresh again.  Find an SMP expert Look for a scalp professional with skills, training, experiences, and resources to do the job. make sure that the SMP technician uses...

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Why is My Head Red After SMP?

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Redness after SMP is normal. You may call it a scalp micropigmentation side effect. So do you need to worry about scalp redness after the treatment? No, there isn’t much to worry about. Let’s explore the causes of redness first. What Causes Scalp Redness? During the procedure, the SMP technician makes numerous insertions into the skin using the top-grade microneedles to create the impression of hair follicles. The needles deposit pigment into these dots so that they mimic natural follicles. When the needle penetrates the skin, it behaves like a wound, resulting in redness as the body considers it an...

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What is the Recovery Time for SMP?

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No, you don’t need to invest in costly hair restoration treatments for hair loss, receding hairline, or thinning hair. Say no to hair transplant when you are struggling with scalp problems because there is a safer, affordable, and painless solution in the form of scalp micropigmentation. What’s more, unlike a hair transplant surgery, SMP recovery is fairly quick. Is SMP a Hair Loss Treatment? Call it micropigmentation or scalp tattoo, scalp micropigmentation is a cosmetic treatment for hair problems. The procedure involves injecting color-matched pigment into the upper level of the dermis, which is the second skin layer after epidermis...

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SMP Aftercare FAQs

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What should you avoid after scalp micropigmentation? First things first, you want to protect your SMP from direct sunlight at any cost. So do not walk out into the sun after scalp micropigmentation. As the pigment is still fresh, harmful ultra violet rays can result in ink fading. Now you want to apply a moisturizer and sunscreen that comes with SPF 30. Try to avoid tanning beds until the skin heals. In fact, your focus should be to keep the skin hydrated. Using a quality moisturizer or hydrating cream is the best aftercare tip. Can I swim after SMP? Swimming...

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