%20(1).png)
Korean Scalp Shading for Hair Loss
Scalp Shading - widely popularized as 'Scalp Painting' is a trending, semi-permanent cosmetic treatment designed to camouflage thinning hair and widening parts. It acts as a long-lasting alternative to messy topical hair fibers or root concealing powders.
While scalp shading shares the same goals and appearance results as Scalp MicroPigmentation, the equipment, depth, equipment, technique, and longevity are entirely different.
Instead of mimicking distinct, individual hair follicules using deep, pixelated permanent dots, scalp painting applies an ultra-fine layered matrix of dots to create a soft, diffused shadow backdrop on the scalp skin.
EPIDERMAL DEPTH
The pigment is deposited exclusively into the shallow epidermal layer of the skin rather than the deeper dermal layers. This shallow placement prevents the ink from spreading or turning blue over time.
LAYERING vs. POINTILLISM
The scalp shading technique relies on micro-needling tools or specialized PMU cartridges to shade broad, see-through gaps, instantly neutralizing the high contrast and tell-tale reflection of light off light skinned scalp skin where the density of hair follicles is reduced.
MINIMAL TRAUMA
The procedure causes minimal to no bleeding, zero downtime, and bypasses the scabbing associated with traditional cosmetic tattoos.
LONGEVITY / DURATION OF THE EFFECT
Shading - 6 month to 1 yr
SMP - 3-6+ years
ADVANTAGES OF SCALP SHADING
-
No long term regrets. The pigment breaks down and metabolizes over 12-24 months. The color fades 100% naturally. If a client's hair turns gray, there will be no mismatched pigment.
-
Shading is efficient. A typical session can cover a widening part line in about 1 hr, making it much faster than a multi-hour SMP session.
-
It is immediate gratification. The result appear right away. It camouflages hormonal hair loss, post-partum shedding, or genetic thinning by filling in the see-through spaces between existing hair strands.
Choose your SMP & SCALP STAIN practitioner carefully. It is a specialized art and skill. There are plenty examples of botched and subpar RESULTS on social media.
IS SCALP STAINING SUITABLE FOR WOMEN WITH HAIR LOSS/THINNING?
Yes! Hair loss in women, even younger women appears to be more common. Diet, stress, bleaching/coloring, traction from tight braids, and hormone changes may contribute but more research needs to be done to better understand the problem. Scalp Staining is very appropriate for women who desire the appearance of increased hair density and it can help with the visual improvement and we can help create density of the thinning area.
ABOUT YOUR SCALP PIGMENTATION PRACTITIONER
Elsie was awarded Top SMP Practitioner 2020 of Southern California by The Los Angeles Tribune. Find out more about Elsie and SMP Hair Clinic
Elsie is also highly recommended by TEAM MICRO, the world’s leading resource for hair loss and hair thinning solutions.
Check out these links:
https://www.teammicro.com/smp/us/orange-county/smphair-clinic/
https://www.teammicro.com/smp/us/dallas/smphair-clinic/
It is tempting to use price as the most important factor when doing to research to find the best practitioner for you. We have seen many examples of botched jobs uploaded to social media by poorly-trained/ inadequately-skilled practitioners: big bloody dots, incorrect pigments, discoloration, and migration/blending of pigment to name a few. If they are uploading this as a representation of their 'best work', what 'surprises' have they in store for you?
PRICE EXPECTATIONS
Commonly priced around $200-400 for smaller, localized areas (like a part line, temple area, or crown. Upper full scalp, hairline to crown is about $900.
Pricing is 'per visit' with 2-3 visits required, 1 treatment every 2-3 weeks tops for best results.
Elsie can describe other particular for appointments expectations.
Please call to discuss your best option with our SMP Practitioner Elsie at 949-342-5598 (Text messaging is recommended for quicker response).