Scalp micropigmentation, or SMP, is a non-surgical treatment that layers tiny, follicle-sized deposits of pigment into the scalp to recreate the look of density or a closely-shaved head of hair. At San Diego SMP it is the entire practice, hand-layered for men and women.
Unlike a standard tattoo, SMP sits at a shallower depth and uses pigments formulated to fade true, without the blue or green shift that ages a body tattoo. That is what lets the result mimic a follicle instead of a solid block of ink.
It works for almost every kind of hair loss: a receding hairline, a thinning crown, diffuse thinning in women, full baldness, alopecia, and the scars left behind by a hair transplant. Because there is no surgery, there is essentially no downtime.
Hairline, crown, and the clean shaved-head look for male hair loss.
Learn more →Add density to a thinning part or crown without shaving.
Learn more →Blend FUE, FUT, and surgical scalp scars into your hair.
Learn more →Even, consistent coverage for patchy or complete hair loss.
Learn more →We assess your hair loss, agree on a hairline and density, and match your color. You leave with a firm quote and zero obligation.
Two to three sessions build the result gradually. Working in layers is what keeps it looking natural rather than solid or flat.
Little to no downtime, with mild redness for a day or two. An occasional touch-up keeps the tone crisp for years.
Most clients rate it a two or three out of ten, closer to a light scratching than a tattoo. The scalp is a forgiving area, and a topical numbing agent keeps you comfortable across the session.
SMP softens gradually over several years rather than washing out. Medical-grade pigments hold their true tone, and a quick touch-up every three to five years keeps it crisp.
At San Diego SMP, treatments start at $600 for scar camouflage and range up to $2,800 for a full scalp, depending on the area and number of sessions. Your exact quote is confirmed at your free consultation.
SMP suits most types of hair loss in men and women, from a receding hairline or thinning part to full baldness, alopecia, and transplant scars. The best way to know is a free consultation where we map your scalp and answer every question.
