What we get asked
FAQ's
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The Frequently asked
Questions
Scalp Micropigmentation (also known as SMP or a hair tattoo) is a non-surgical hair loss treatment where pigments are deposited into the scalp to replicate the natural appearance of real hair follicles, giving you a new hairline and the look of a full head of hair that has been closely-shaven or to add density to thin hair.
Scalp Micropigmentation, when done by an experienced practitioner, gives hyper-realistic results. Clients say that even up close in the mirror, they can’t even tell the difference between their real hair follicles and the treatment.
Scalp Micropigmentation is classed as a permanent treatment. Although the results are permanent, they can fade slightly over the years to a lighter colour. We recommend a short touch-up every 3-5 years.
The price depends on your level of hair loss prices start at £400, but we do recommend visiting for a free consultation or sending pictures to get an accurate quote.
Scalp Micropigmentation takes place over 3 sessions and a standard session lasts 1-4 hours depending on the amount of area that requires treatment.
There is one week between sessions.
Colour and density are gradually built up over 3 sessions to ensure a perfect colour match and blend with your existing hair.
We always start slightly too light with the colour on session 1, then make small adjustments in the following sessions to get the perfect result.
The hairline design is a very personal choice. A hairline design is drawn on before each session starts, your practitioner will guide and work closely with you to ensure you get the exact hairline you want. You can decide exactly how soft & natural or sharp & defined the hairline is.
Wonderskulls Master Practitioner has attended a Master class in SMP with internationally renowned artists, Chris Herrera, Jesse Limma and Tony Abbagnato. We are the ONLY UK based clinic to receive this level of training and you are assured you are in good hands.
Richard Also received his initial Training from an Award winning Scottish Training Academy.
When your Scalp Micropigmentation treatment is carried out by your Wonderskulls practitioner you can relax knowing you have one of the most driven practitioners in the industry performing your treatment, Scalp Micropigmentation is a highly skilled treatment and should only be carried out by a highly trained and experienced professional’s.
When SMP is performed by an inexperienced or undertrained practitioner you may not get the desired result..
No, Scalp Micropigmentation is a highly specialised treatment, the technique, machine, needles and pigment we use are all different from what is used in a regular tattoo. An SMP practitioner could not perform a regular tattoo and a regular tattooist could not perform an SMP treatment. Sadly we have seen quite a few examples of a regular tattooist attempting to perform an SMP treatment without the correct training.
The pigment we use for treatment is designed just for Scalp Micropigmentation hair tattoos, it does not change colour like a regular tattoo. The colour will get lighter over the years, but will not change colour after any period of time.
You can expect to see visible results and your new hairline instantly. Straight after each session, there may be some redness. Redness usually lasts 24 hours after each session. We gradually build up the density and make small adjustments to the colour and hairline shape over 3 sessions to get the perfect result for each client.
In most cases, yes. For a standard SMP hair tattoo, you will need to shave your hair using hair clippers, a facial shaver, or a razor. We recommend the best length to shave your hair for your treatment to look natural would be a 0.5-grade length or shorter. Of course, we encourage you to experiment with what shaving routine looks and works best for you.
We highly recommend purchasing a pitbull skull shaver which you can pick up from Amazon.
Scalp Micropigmentation can work on long hair to give the appearance of thicker hair if you have enough remaining hair. A denisty treatment works the same as on a shaved head by mimicking the appearance of hair follicles so that less of the scalp is visible. If there is not enough remaining hair for the treatment to blend with, we may advise that you would need to shave.
Yes, Scalp Micropigmentation works very well on women with thin or thinning hair, by camouflaging the scalp and not seeing so much skin it gives the appearance of thicker, fuller hair.
Richard is always wanting to improve his skills and has recently attended training at a masterclass in SMP with internationally recognised and established artists meaning WonderSkulls are the only SMP studio in the UK that has received training from these three world class SMP artists. Richard also attended training with another well respected SMP artist in Glasgow, putting his skillset in very esteemed company. It’s safe to say, you’re in good hands!
Yes. Scalp Micropigmentation works well on grey hair, as when any color hair is shaved short it has a grey tone it already. So it will not make a difference if your hair is already grey or your hair turns grey in the future.
After 5 years your Scalp Micropigmentation hair tattoo will look a lighter version of how it did when it was first done. You can then decide if you want to have a short touch-up to return the treatment to its original colour when you first had it done, or you may reach a certain age and let it keep fading.
Yes, If you have had hair transplant surgery then you may have been left with scars. We can camouflage all forms of Hair transplant scarring, Strip/Punch/FUE, so you can wear your hair as short as you like.
Not only can we cover your scars but we can also enhance the results of your transplant by adding density thin/thinning hair.
Yes, there is a 12-month guarantee from your first session for full treatments, just in case any area of the treatment is not quite perfect. Simply give us a call and we will book you in for one extra session at no extra charge. However, any style or colour changes to your original treatment are chargeable at an hourly rate.
The shaved hair look is a style that has stood the test of time. It’s easy to maintain, looks smart, and is effortlessly cool. If you are not sure if a shaved head will suit you, we offer free virtual hairline mock-ups at your free consultation to give you an idea of how you will look with the treatment and your new hairline.
Yes it is totally safe and non-invasive. The treatment only goes half as deep into the skin as a regular tattoo. We have never seen any adverse effects due to a hair tattoo.
As Scalp Micropigmentation is non-surgical, like a regular tattoo, it does not affect the real hair follicles and cannot cause hair loss.
No, for most of our clients the pain is minimal and described as a lot less painful than a regular tattoo. No pain medication is needed and any discomfort is only during the actual Scalp Micropigmentation hair tattoo treatment.
Following the treatment, the treated area will look slightly red for roughly 24 hours, a lot of our clients go back to work the next day. Scalp Micropigmentation requires no downtime as it is a non-invasive treatment. We do recommend you avoid rubbing your head or sweating heavily for 4 days after each session.
Compared to a hair transplant that can take up to one year to recover and see the results, the results from Scalp Micropigmentation are instant.
Scalp Micropigmentation is reversible. We’ve never had a customer to date want to remove the treatment however the removal process would be similar to that of tattoo removal. The difference is that Scalp Micropigmentation is only situated within the 2nd dermal skin layer compared to a regular tattoo being twice as deep. So a Scalp Micropigmentation treatment is a lot easier to remove and can be fully removed with a laser within two sessions. We can imagine our clients looking to change their hairline, perhaps soften the hairline or maybe even recede slightly as they become older. Wonderskulls Also offers Tattoo Laser removal services, our technician is fully insured and Accredited.
After 3-6 years you may feel the need for a touch-up. Whether you want to adjust your hairline, freshen it up or just fancy going a bit darker. Touch-ups are charged if you had it originally done @Wonderskulls for £250. A touch-up is usually 2/3 hour long, depending on the size of the area needing treatment.
Your technician will issue you with an in depth Aftercare instructions sheet after your 1st session and will also text you these details to remind you about the Aftercare instructions to follow.
Yes of course! Our clinics are always busy and we are happy to arrange for you to meet another client that has finished their treatment or are mid-way through their treatment.
Richard is always wanting to improve his skills and has recently attended training at a masterclass in SMP with internationally recognised and established artists meaning WonderSkulls are the only SMP studio in the UK that has received training from these three world class SMP artists. Richard also attended training with another well respected SMP artist in Glasgow, putting his skillset in very esteemed company. It’s safe to say, you’re in good hands!