Hair Micropigmentation offers a solution for everyone suffering from hair loss due to different reasons like general hair loss, alopecia, sparse hair problems, scar or surgery marks on the scalp. Application is a camouflage technique that is used to cover these areas to create a more dense and natural look. Hair micropigmentation is preferred because of its relatively low cost and practicality.
What is Hair Micropigmentation?
Hair micropigmentation application is a non surgical scalp pigmentation solution. Main purpose of this application is the use of specialized inks to create a simulated hair look on the parts of the head where there are less counts of hair follicles. This application is prefered for the natural look of its results and cost to benefit ratio. Depending on the size of the area it takes 1-4 sessions to apply. A session can be up to 5 hours. One of the most alluring aspects of hair micropigmentation is that in addition to its satisfying results, but the comfort of it. Application is usually done in sessions. After each session daily life can be continued without problem. Lifetime span of hair micropigmentation is between 3-5 years, depending on the inks used in application and the technique used. After this period, inks will be naturally extracted from the body. This extraction is very important for skin health. Although this application is often compared with hair tattoos, the equipment and technique are very different in hair micropigmentation. For example, hair tattoo inks may leak to lower levels of the skin hurting hair roots, or they may expand under the skin causing bad results. Hair tattoo ink changes color in time caused by sunlight and sweating. These problems are not present with inks used in hair micropigmentation. In addition to this, hair transplantation and micropigmentation are not alternatives to each other. Hair transplantation is a surgical procedure, transplanted hair can grow after the procedure, and there is a need for extracting grafts from the donor area. Hair micropigmentation is the application of special ink to create the look of hair and none of these properties of hair transplantation are present.
Why Is Hair Simulation Needed?
Hair simulation application is used when hair transplantation doesn’t achieve desired density due to lack of sufficient grafts, or when a person has sparse hair, has male pattern baldness or has scar marks on their scalps. People with these problems prefer hair micropigmentation (SMP) for its relative low cost and with fast results.
What Are The Reasons for Hair Loss?
There are many reasons that affect hair loss. These are:
• Aging
• Hormonal Changes ( Sudden changes in hormones may cause hair loss)
• Different diseases that cause hair loss.
• Hereditary (If other family members have a history of hair loss)
• Burns
• Injuries
• Untreated alopecia
• Iron and protein deficiency
• Excessive Vitamin A intake
• Sudden weight loss
• Some drugs used in chemotherapy or radiotherapy
• Wrong diet
• Excessive chemical substance use
• Stress and depression
What are the types of hair loss?
Female Pattern Hair Loss: When hair is lost in all areas of the head except the front line, this can be described as female pattern hair loss. It’s rare that all hair is lost.
Male Pattern Hair Loss: When hair is lost on the areas that are front, top, and sides. This type is hereditary and can be observed at any age. In some cases all hair is lost while only side lines recede in some cases.
Seasonal Hair Loss: Hair loss is usually experienced in seasonal changes especially in fall and winter. This type of hair loss usually happens for 2 weeks and lost hair regrows afterwards. Compared to other hair loss types, body functions are more important in this type of hair loss.
Alopecia Areata: This type of hair loss is characterized by the loss of hair in a circular area and is commonly known as ringworm. Alopecia areata is closely related to the immune system and genetic factors.
Toxic Alopecia: This type of hair loss is observed after high inflammation or severe illnesses. Some drugs, excessive use of vitamin A, and cancer treatments are believed to be the cause of toxic alopecia.
Scararial Alopecia: This type of hair loss is used for describing lack of hair growth on the injured or burnt areas, but may be caused by different bacteria or some illnesses.
Trichotillomania: This type of hair loss is observed in children.
How can the type of hair loss be diagnosed?
In addition to physical examination and medical history, biopsy might be used to diagnose the type and cause of hair loss.
What amount of hair loss should cause concern?
Up to 100 counts of individual hair loss in baths or with brushing is considered normal. These hair will be replenished after 8-10 weeks. If the amount of hair loss is over 100 a doctor should be consulted.
What can be done to minimize hair loss?
• Balanced and healthy diet
• Regular check-ups with your doctor
• Overheating should be avoided
• Having a regular sleep cycle
• Keeping hair clear.
How is hair loss treated?
Treatment for hair loss should be planned by doctors. Age, general health conditions, medical history, type of hair loss, and tolerance for medicines are considered before deciding on the treatment. In addition to hair loss treatments, hair micropigmentation, hair transplantation, hair tattoos and hair growth medicines can be considered.
How is hair micropigmentation after general hair loss done?
Hair micropigmentation for general hair loss can be explained in two seperate captions:
• If hair loss has occurred in the whole scalp, 4 separate sessions with each taking up to 5 hours might be needed because of the size of the area that needs to be covered. Because the ink used in the application are specifically produced and it is done copying the look of hair follicles, the application achieves natural looks.
• If hair loss is only present in a certain area instead of the whole head, and there is a sparse look instead of baldness, only one session with half an hour might be enough. Depending on the application area, the number of sessions can be between 2-4, each being up to 5 hours.
What should be the preparations before hair micropigmentation?
You need to be psychologically ready for the application.
In order to know what to expect from the application, before-after photographs of previous applications should be examined.
Properties of needles, inks and machines of establishment that will be doing the application should be researched, as well as the person doing it.
Any health conditions that can prevent the application should be identified before.
What should I be careful about after hair micropigmentation?
You should avoid sunlight for the first 10 days after the application.
Solarium, sauna, and Turkish bath should be avoided for the first 4 weeks after the application.
You shouldn’t swim in the first 7-10 days after the application.
Cosmetics and creams should be kept away from the application area.
Water, soap, creams, moisturizers should be kept away from the application area for the first 3 days.
Hair shouldn’t be shaven for 3 days after application.
Hats can’t be worn for long periods for 4 weeks after the application.
If there are scars of scabbing on the application area, you shouldn’t touch these or put anything on.
If there is slight swelling on the application area, don’t apply ice to it.
You shouldn’t worry about the results of the application in the first 5 days and wait for the final results.
What You Should Know About Hair Micropigmentation?
Each session of hair micropigmentation can take between ½ – 5 hours depending on the area that needs to be covered.
Hair micropigmentation is a non-surgical application that aims to achieve a more aesthetic look on the scalp.
Hair micropigmentation and hair transplantation are not alternatives to each other but are complimentary.
Hair micropigmentation is not a permanent application.
Inks used in hair micropigmentation stay on the upper levels of the scalp, and won’t harm hair roots.
If hair micropigmentation is not done in a suitable environment with proper equipment, many health problems might occur. Biggest ones are infection and allergic reactions. In addition to health problems, if the inks used are not suited for hair micropigmentation or are used for hair tattoos, they can be permanent and harm skin health. They might harm hair roots and change color in time due to sweating.
About the Hair Micropigmentation Service
Processing Time: |
3-5 hours |
Return to Daily Life: |
Now |
Retouching Process: |
Yes |
Persistence Period: |
3 years |
Anesthesia: |
Hayır |