Most treatments at Studio SMP are completed over three sessions. Each appointment builds on the last, layering density, depth, and detail across the entire thinning or balding area until we reach your ideal result. This gradual approach ensures a natural finish and gives you the opportunity to make small adjustments as we go. Each session typically runs 1.5–2 hours.

Yes absolutely. SMP works for all hair colours, especially when the hair is kept short. When shaved, everyone’s hair roots appear as a shade of grey, which is the “shadow” we match. I use carbon-based black pigments diluted to different strengths, from very light grey to darker tones, allowing perfect matching for all skin types and hair colours. No blonde or red pigment is used in SMP, these colours are not required for natural results.

Yes, when done correctly. SMP replicates the look of real hair follicles, and the goal is always to create an undetectable, natural result. After many years in the industry and 1,000+ clients, natural realism is my specialty. Many clients tell me their friends simply think they’ve regrown their hair or had a transplant. But to be honest the majority of people simply won't notice a thing, which is a great sign the treatment looks natural! If you'd like to see SMP up close in real-life, just get in contact to organise your free in-person consultation.

Not at all. The first session is always light (in terms of density and colour), and because it's the first layer, it can look a little 'dotty', but it still looks good and you can confidently go back to work the next day. In session two we'll create the density and definition, and session three completes the look, refining the hairline, blending perfectly with your existing hair, and building up to the final shade.

No. I use premium, USA-made, carbon-based SMP pigments, completely free of iron oxide. These are designed specifically for scalp micropigmentation and will never shift blue or green. Over time the pigment naturally lightens along the grey scale, this is normal and expected.

SMP is a semi-permanent treatment. Because the pigment sits shallower in the skin than a traditional tattoo, it will slowly soften and fade over time. If you prefer a crisp, freshly-done look, I recommend touch-ups every 2–3 years. If you’re happy with a softer, more subtle appearance, touch-ups every 5–10 years are common. Touch-ups are significantly cheaper than your initial treatment and are also a great chance to update your style and make any amendments.

SMP is effective for:

• Male pattern baldness

• Receding hairlines

• Thinning hair (men & women)

• Alopecia

• Scarring (FUT/FUE scars, injury scars)

• SMP repairs or corrections

• Beard thickening

It’s a safe, non-surgical alternative to hair transplants.

Most clients describe the sensation as mild, more of a discomfort than a pain. It's also not a lingering sensation, so as soon as the tattoo stops, the discomfort stops. It’s far gentler than traditional tattooing and entirely manageable. You can pause at any time. If we do a double session back-to-back, the second session can be more tender than the first. A small percentage patients who are pain sensitive prefer to use numbing cream and that's perfectly acceptable and won't affect treatment.