The Hairstyle That Would Never Go Out Of Fashion
Could Micropigmentation be the answer to your prayers from SMP Bristol?
Ok, so we are not talking about the “Rachel” or the “Bieber” here, but about something else that can just as easily put the smile back on anyone’s face. Losing your hair can severely damage your confidence, increase your anxiety levels and inadvertently lead to depression.
Roughly 67% of all men end up facing pattern baldness at some point in their lives, which translates to 7.4 million in the UK alone. Unfortunately, ladies are not immune to this condition either. Research shows that approximately eight million women suffer from hair loss and 12.5% of these are younger than 35.
Scalp Micropigmentation or hair tattoo, you say, what is that?
SMP, for short, is a modern non-surgical treatment from SMP Bristol, needle-based technique of applying natural pigments to the top layers of the scalp, which in turn mimic the look of real hair. It is often used to conceal bald patches or to recreate a receding hairline. Additionally, because of its pointillist nature, if administered on someone with little to no hair, it recreates a shaved head aesthetic very well. It can also hide a multitude of scars.
DON’Ts
- ✪ Avoid exercises that may cause you to sweat profusely during the treatments and wait at least five days after the end of the procedures.
- ✪ Stay clear of swimming pools, saunas and steam rooms, as well as excessively hot showers. You should do so in between the sessions and for 28 days after your last clinic trip.
- ✪ Don’t take aspirin beforehand because it has blood-thinning effects.
DOs
- ✪ Take a shower before your appointments, because you won’t be permitted to do so for four days following every treatment.
- ✪ Put on a hat when outside at least for the first four days. After that, you can leave it off for short intervals of 45 minutes to an hour. You might want to rethink your sunbathing though, as you’ll get longer-lasting results if you limit your exposure.
- ✪ Following the 28 day post-treatment period of preferably no sun, you should make an effort to wear SPF 30 to 50.
- ✪ Remember to moisturise in the breaks between the sessions and around four days after your last appointment.
But, will it look natural?
Just like any other cosmetic treatment, it’s important to assure people in the quality of the service. The SMP Bristol website can provide many client testimonials and imagery showcasing the significant improvements to the before shots. The SMP technicians apply multi-layered microdots in various shades of black that will perfectly fit your skin tone and effortlessly blend in to camouflage any bald areas or receding hairlines.
Is this for me? What are the benefits of Scalp Micropigmentation?
You might suffer from alopecia, male or female pattern baldness, a receding hairline or even hair thinning due to genetics or damaged follicles (from bleaching, straightening, curling, etc). This is for you, especially if you’ve tried all the pills, all the shampoos, and all the fads to grow it back and nothing worked. Whether you have a little amount of hair left or if you simply desire the appearance of a much more densely populated scalp. There’s only so much you can hide in an updo. Both men and women want versatility and more long-lasting solutions. Moreover, you might have previously opted for a hair transplant that wasn’t quite all that successful and has left you with partial scarring. SMP is an excellent method to help you conceal that. All in all, this is for everyone who has done their research has gotten the green light from an expert and is looking forward to regaining their confidence.
Who should avoid this procedure?
Clients who suffer from particularly sensitive skin and who may also experience psoriasis and scalp acne should look for alternatives, as it may not only be harder to perform but also more painful. It’s not recommended to cancer patients, who have been through intensive chemotherapy, due to their compromised immune system. To make sure this is the best option for you, your eligibility will be determined during your free consultation.
Are there any risks though and how painful is it?
With any skin treatments, there could be the chance of an allergy or intolerance to the pigment. However, SMP Nationwide’s highly-trained professionals will take all the necessary precautions and tests to rule out any bad reactions. Before you’re ready to begin your procedures, they will apply local anaesthetics to minimise the pain. Still, you may feel a slightly unpleasant sensation. Others say they experience no discomfort whatsoever, so there’s not a uniform answer for everyone. Overall, it depends on your pain threshold, but it’s usually very tolerable.
Great, you have my attention, but what does it cost and how long does it last?
SMP sessions vary from £425 for 1 session to £895 for 3, which still compared to a hair transplant that, according to the NHS, may cost up to £30.000, is the much more affordable option. Being a semi-permanent procedure, it may fade out eventually, but it can last for as long as eight years. Nevertheless, that process could be slowed down with the right aftercare, which SMP Nationwide provides.
Hair transplant procedures can cost between $4,000 and $15,000 in the US, and up to £30,000 in the UK. Not only is this significantly more expensive than pigmentation, it also carries a greater inherent risk, as the transplants are far more invasive and therefore open to undesirable complications, including the scarring mentioned previously. The simplicity of the pigmentation process makes it far safer than a transplant; while allergies and minor infection are factors to be considered, the likelihood of an individual encountering such issues is less than it is in more intensive procedures like transplants.
Call or email SMP Nationwide now to book your FREE consultation. We have clinics in Manchester, Salford and Altrincham.
Landline: 0161 871 7493
Mobile: 07752 153791
Email: info@smpnationwide.co.uk
