Hair Micropigmentation After Hair Transplantation

Hair micropigmentation is an application that aims to improve the look of hair which has become one of the most important appearance factors. This application offers a solution to all who suffer from different types of hair loss (Sparse hair, general hair loss, scar marks on the scalp, alopecia). It’s separated from other applications with its practicality, non-surgical nature and fast results. Hair micropigmentation is the application of special inks on the scalp using special needles and machinery in order to achieve a denser and more aesthetic hair look. Aim is to have a natural look by duplicating the appearance of hair follicles. Although it is often compared to hair tattoos, different types of inks, needles and machines are used in hair micropigmentation. While inks used in hair tattoos are permanent for life, can leak to lower levels of scalp and can change color due to sweating, none of these problems are present with inks used in hair micropigmentation. Time and sessions that take to complete hair micropigmentation depends on the area that needs to be covered.

With wide areas, up to 5 hours per session and 3 – 4 sessions might be needed to cover. With smaller areas, half an hour might be enough to cover the area. With that being said, daily life will not be affected after the sessions. Hair micropigmentation is not an alternative to hair transplantation but they are complimentary. Hair micropigmentation doesn’t grow hair like hair transplantation, it simulates the look of hair using special inks and equipment. Lifetime of hair micropigmentation is (depending on the aftercare and skin type) 3-5 years and inks used are extracted from the body naturally after this period. This extraction is important for skin health in the long run.

Why is Hair Micropigmentation Needed?

Hair micropigmentation is done on persons who have sparse hair, general hair loss, scalp scar marks, or alopecia. Hair micropigmentation is done in order to achieve a more aesthetic look.

What is Hair Transplantation?

Hair transplantation is a natural and permanent solution for people who suffer from sparse hair or general hair loss. It is done by transplanting grafts that have been extracted from the donor area into the areas that have hair loss using microsurgical techniques. These grafts are a person’s own hair and are extracted from areas that are resistant to hair loss. Main aim in hair transplantation is to achieve natural results that will be permanent. Hair transplantation is a surgical operation. Because of this, it needs to be done by experienced doctors and medical experts in a sterile environment.

What is FUE Hair Transplantation?

FUE is the technique of extracting and transplanting hair follicles individually.

What is FUT Hair Transplantation?

FUT is the technique of extracting and transplanting hair as stips.

Who can Get Hair Transplantation Done?

Anyone who is over the age of 22 and doesn’t have any health problems can get a hair transplant.

Does Hair Transplantation Really work? Do transplanted hair change color or shape?

Because hair transplantation is done using grafts from the patient’s body, it is the same color and shape as the extracted hair. Transplanted hair doesn’t differ from regular hair in color, shape or length.

Do all transplanted hair grow?

There is always the possibility of ten percent of the transplanted hair being lost after hair transplantation.

Do Hair Look Natural After Hair Transplantation?

With an expert medical team and correct planning, hair transplantation achieves natural results.

Why is Hair Micropigmentation Needed After Hair Transplantation?

If there are any sca marks left after hair transplantation, or desired density is not achieved due to lack of sufficient graft numbers, hair micropigmentation might be needed to achieve the optimum look. There are no downsides to getting hair micropigmentation before or after the hair transplantation. For hair micropigmentation to be successfully planned, waiting transplanted hair to grow is the best option. Minimum of 5 to 12 months should pass after hair transplantation to get hair micropigmentation done.

How is hair micropigmentation done after hair transplantation?

• For those who have scar marks due to hair transplantation:

Hair micropigmentation can be used to cover scar or stitch marks on the scalp, and this includes the ones that are due to hair transplantation. If hair micropigmentation is done with the proper technique, inks and equipment by experts on the application, the results are natural looking and satisfying. Because of the small size of the area that needs to be covered, only one session is usually enough and takes 1-2 hours. A check-up appointment is planned after the session for 20 – 30 days later to assess the results and make small corrections if needed.

• If Grafts are not enough to achieve the desired look:

Hair micropigmentation is used to create the look of hair using special inks. Because of this reason it is suitable to use for achieving a denser hair look on the scalp. The inks used in hair micropigmentation are specifically produced for this application and they stay on the upper levels of the skin and do not harm the hair roots. Depending on the size of the application area, 2 – 4 sessions might be needed to cover it; with each session taking up to 4-5 hours. A check-up appointment is planned after the session for 20 – 30 days later to assess the results and make small corrections if needed.

What Should be Done Before Hair micropigmentation?

Although it’s a non-surgical application, some preparations must be made before because of its aesthetic nature.

a. You need to be psychologically ready before hair micropigmentation.
b. Expectations shouldn’t be very high, people who have gotten hair micropigmentation should be consulted if necessary.
c. Any health problems should be determined before the application, if there are any that prohibits it, hair micropigmentation shouldn’t be done.
d. Before the application, the quality of the needles and inks should be researched, as well as the expertise of the applicator.

Otherwise, unwanted looks and health side-effects might occur. These four matters are the only one you should be careful about before getting hair micropigmentation done.

What are the Must-Knows for After Hair Micropigmentation?

First day after the application:

You should rest the application area.
Moisturizers or any type of cream shouldn’t be applied on the application area.
You should avoid wetting the application area (for the first 2-3 days) after the application.
Over sweating should be avoided, as well as sauna, Turkish baths, and solarium.

First 4 weeks after micropigmentation:

Hats, berets, etc. should be worn for long periods of time.
Direct sunlight should be avoided.
You shouldn’t get a shave.

Two days after the application:

Rules for the first day should be kept.
Baths can be taken on the condition that non-chemical shampoos aren’t used.

Permanent rules after hair micropigmentation:

Direct sunlight should always be avoided.
Check-Up session should be attended after 20-30 days.
If there are any scabs appearing on the application area, they shouldn’t be removed or treated with any type of cream.
There is no need to use special lotions.
Applicators recommended shampoo can be used.
It should be known that results of hair micropigmentation will be finalized after 5 days.
You can return to daily life immediately after the application.