How Long Will The Hairline Tattoo And Scalp Micropigmentation Last?

One of the biggest concerns clients have when they come into our studio is if the scalp micropigmentation treatment will last. There are plenty of misconceptions surrounding SMP and one of them is that it starts fading away within a few weeks.

Does the treatment really last only a couple of weeks? Does it damage the scalp? We’ve debunked these myths below:

SMP is Similar to Tattooing

Scalp micropigmentation is similar to tattooing but isn’t the same thing. What this means is that the practitioner will use a special tool to add pigment to the scalp and create dots similar to your hair follicles. They will then blend the pigment and match it to your natural hair colour.

But just like tattoos, it will start fading away slowly after a couple of years. This also depends on how well you take care of it during this time. Usually, SMP starts fading away after 2–3 years. You will be required to go for a touch-up after it does.

It All Depends on the Practitioner

When going for an SMP treatment, make sure you go to a professional who has years of experience. A professional has the expertise, as well as the right tools to do an exceptional job. They’re also licensed and certified to practice SMP.

In addition, they will also be able to guide you better through the aftercare and what your next step should be in case you face any problems.

There is a common miscomputation that if your hair starts re-growing after a couple of days or weeks, you will need to shave it off so that the pigment does not look odd. There is no hard and fast rule for this. You don’t need to have a shaved head to get the procedure done and it will not fade if your hair starts growing back. While it will look slightly odd, you can change the style a bit to adjust everything.

In Conclusion

In conclusion, when opting for SMP treatments, make sure you go to a practitioner who is skilled and know what they are doing. They will be able to guide you through the aftercare procedure as well so that you don’t have to worry about anything. It also depends on your current hairstyle, how much hair you have lost, and what your treatments goals are.

But the hairline and SMP treatment will start fading away after a couple of years. However, it will not be as noticeable and you can go for a touch-up.

Derma.Microtech offers exceptional scalp micropigmentation treatments for both men and women. If you’re looking for a studio that specialises in hair loss procedures, you’ve come to the right place. You can go through our gallery to take a look at a few samples of our work, or reach out to a customer representative to learn more about what we have to offer.

We also offer SMP treatments to camouflage scars.