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As men and women mature, they experience numerous changes to their bodies. Hair loss, diffuse thinning, and hair changing colour, going either grey or white, are common ways the body can change through aging. Hair loss can be distressing for anyone, and although the older generations may expect it more than those who are younger, this does not make it any less difficult to accept.
Scalp micropigmentation, also known as SMP, is a non-surgical, non-invasive, cost-effective treatment that can help externally restore your hairline and internally restore your confidence. Microdots of cosmetic pigment are implanted into the scalp creating the illusion of hair follicles. This replicates a natural shaved head look, which makes it an excellent solution for hair loss. You may be asking yourself, “Is there an age limit for scalp micropigmentation?”, “Am I too old?”
SMP is a type of cosmetic tattooing, and like any form of tattooing, there is no age limit. In fact, SMP can be altered as you mature to ensure it always looks as realistic and unnoticeable as possible. The pigment for SMP is made from natural components but is primarily black due to the base of the pigment being carbon. By diluting the pigment with distilled water, it is possible to create lighter and lighter shades of pigment until you eventually reach your desired tone. Suppose you have already received SMP treatment, and now you are starting to notice your existing follicles are becoming lighter in colour. In that case, your artists will ensure the pigment is diluted to lighter tones, maturing realistically by blending with the existing pigment. Although no matter what colour your hair is, any hair colour has a greyish tone when shaved short. As SMP can blend with hair colour, it can also create density for those suffering from diffused thinning. With lighter hair, the artists will go with a lighter pigment. Although SMP is much more effective if you have darker hair because the contrast between the hair and the scalp can be reduced better with darker
Laser tattoo removal can also be used to alter the SMP hairline and help soften it for a mature or receded look, so your friends and family don’t start asking questions about why your hair never changes. Your artists will do whatever they can to help you achieve as natural and realistic a look as possible.
