Can I still color or style my hair after scalp micropigmentation?
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Surveyed from the published FAQs of 11 scalp micropigmentation providers. The percentage on each highlighted claim is the share of surveyed providers who make that claim on their own sites — it shows how common a claim is, not that it is true. Hover to see who.
Also asked as: “Can I still color my hair after SMP?” · “Can I still color and style my hair?” · “Can I still color or style my hair after the treatment?” · “Can I still colour or chemically treat my hair after this treatment?”
You can color and style your hair after scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Most providers say that once the scalp has fully healed, you can color and style your hair normally73%Stated by 73% of the providers we surveyed. Including Scalp Designs, My Transformation, Charles Medical Group Hair Transplants, Integrated Ink SMP Micropigmentation, HAIRDOT.INK SMP, The Micropigment Studio, and 2 more.. However, about half of clinics recommend waiting around 4 weeks after treatment36%Stated by 36% of the providers we surveyed. Including Simply Scalp, Rebel Aesthetic Academy, Scalp Designs, and 1 more. before applying hair color. This allows the scalp to heal and ensures the pigment settles well.
During healing, a minority of providers advise avoiding coloring your hair18%Stated by 18% of the providers we surveyed. Including Hair Tattoo Studio, The Micropigment Studio. or using strong products on the scalp. This prevents interference with healing and protects the pigment.
For SMP maintenance, a minority of clinics warn that harsh treatments or strong chemical products may cause the pigment to fade faster18%Stated by 18% of the providers we surveyed. Including Rebel Aesthetic Academy, The Micropigment Studio. over time. Similarly, a minority of providers note that frequent coloring may cause the pigment to fade slightly faster18%Stated by 18% of the providers we surveyed. Including Simply Scalp, Rebel Aesthetic Academy.. Limiting such treatments might prolong the appearance of your SMP.
Conversely, some providers state that normal hair care routines do not affect the pigment27%Stated by 27% of the providers we surveyed. Including Scalpworx, Integrated Ink SMP Micropigmentation, The Micropigment Studio.. Regular washing and styling, when done with care, should not impact pigment longevity.
For aesthetic concerns, a minority of clinics offer reassurance that the pigment can be matched to your hair color18%Stated by 18% of the providers we surveyed. Including My Transformation, Rebel Aesthetic Academy. at the time of treatment. This highlights SMP's ability to blend with your natural hair.
Finally, a minority of providers recommend informing your hairdresser about the scalp micropigmentation18%Stated by 18% of the providers we surveyed. Including Simply Scalp, Rebel Aesthetic Academy.. This ensures extra care around pigmented zones during styling or coloring sessions.
What clinics say
Claims from clinics' own websites
In their own words — the 18 clinics whose published guidance fed this answer. 7 translated into English from the clinic's own language.
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Yes, you can continue coloring, styling, and cutting your hair as usual once the scalp has fully healed.
Rebel Aesthetic Academy Evesham, US -
Yes. Color, blow‑dry, curl, and use products normally once healed (usually 4–7 days).
Scalp Designs Milton, US -
… Standard hair color, highlights, and treatments are fine and don't affect the pigment underneath.
Scalpworx Sandy Springs, US -
Absolutely! Once healing is complete, you can wash, style, and maintain your hair as usual.
Integrated Ink SMP Micropigmentation Port Moody, CA -
Once your sessions are complete and you've fully healed, you can colour your hair as normal.
My Transformation Perth, AU -
… the transplanted hair is your own hair, you will be able to perm, color, cut, curl, and style your hair as you did before.
Charles Medical Group Hair Transplants Boca Raton, US -
Yes, but it is best to wait until the scalp has fully healed, which usually takes around four weeks after each session.
Simply Scalp Purley, GB -
… hair after the treatment has healed. We recommend that you wait at least two weeks before doing so. Translated
SMP ART Scalp Micropigmentation Södermalm, SE -
Yes, you can continue to color your hair normally.
HAIRDOT.INK SMP Los Angeles, US -
Yes. Asian hair follicles are black, and dyeing hair does not change the color of the follicles. Translated
AOh! Beauty Hong Kong, HK -
Yes, once your scalp has fully healed, you can continue your normal hair routine.
The Micropigment Studio San Jose, US -
… restoration period, if you want to change your hairstyle, both dyeing and perming are possible. Translated
Slowly Growing Hair Specialty Taipei, TW -
… adaptation period one week before and after the procedure, you can still dye or perm your hair after the hair tattoo. Translated
Seed Workshop Taichung, TW -
Yes, it is possible: 72 hours before the session or 4 weeks after. Translated
L’encréaliste Bordeaux, FR -
If it has been more than a week since you dyed your hair, you should be mostly fine. Translated
Mo Hair Okazaki, JP -
… refrain from hair coloring or cutting for 2 weeks before and 1 month after the hairline art makeup procedure. Translated
TRUE DESIGN CLINIC Osaka, JP -
Yes, once your scalp has fully healed, you can usually style your hair as normal.
Hair Tattoo Studio Birmingham, GB -
… 1/4 – 1/2 inch per month) as the rest of your hair, it can be permed, colored, cut, curled and styled without any problems because it is your own growing hair.
Asian Hair and Skin Center - BTM layout Branch Bengaluru, IN