Does scalp micropigmentation cause hair loss?

    ← back to Scalp Micropigmentation

    Surveyed from the published FAQs of 9 scalp micropigmentation providers. The percentage on each highlighted claim is the share of surveyed providers who state it — hover to see who.

    Also asked as: “Can SMP cause hair loss?” · “Does SMP Cause Hair Loss?” · “Can scalp micropigmentation cause hair loss?”

    Most providers assert that scalp micropigmentation does not cause hair loss67%Stated by 67% of the providers we surveyed. Including Scalp Nation, DC Scalp Micro, Eximious Scalp Micropigmentation Academy, The Scalp Care, Elite Spa, Exquisite Beauty.. About half of providers claim that scalp micropigmentation gives the appearance of thicker hair44%Stated by 44% of the providers we surveyed. Including Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP), Scalp Nation, Eximious Scalp Micropigmentation Academy, and 1 more.. Similarly, about half of clinics state that scalp micropigmentation disguises bald patches44%Stated by 44% of the providers we surveyed. Including Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP), Elite Spa, Exquisite Beauty, and 1 more..

    Some providers emphasize that scalp micropigmentation does not damage hair follicles33%Stated by 33% of the providers we surveyed. Including Ultra Scalp Micropigmentation, DC Scalp Micro, The Scalp Care.. Additionally, some providers assert that scalp micropigmentation does not affect hair growth33%Stated by 33% of the providers we surveyed. Including The Hairfront, Ultra Scalp Micropigmentation, Scalp Nation..

    Furthermore, some providers highlight that scalp micropigmentation is a non-surgical treatment33%Stated by 33% of the providers we surveyed. Including DC Scalp Micro, Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP), The Scalp Care.. They also describe it as a surface-level cosmetic treatment33%Stated by 33% of the providers we surveyed. Including Scalp Nation, DC Scalp Micro, Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP).. This is supported by the claim from some providers that scalp micropigmentation does not reach the hair follicle33%Stated by 33% of the providers we surveyed. Including The Scalp Care, Scalp Nation, DC Scalp Micro..

    However, a minority of providers acknowledge that scalp micropigmentation does not prevent hair loss11%Stated by 11% of the providers we surveyed. Including Eximious Scalp Micropigmentation Academy.. Additionally, a minority of providers note that scalp micropigmentation may require multiple sittings11%Stated by 11% of the providers we surveyed. Including Elite Spa..

    Sources

    Cited from clinics like these

    In their own words — the 12 clinics whose published guidance fed this answer. 3 translated into English from the clinic's own language.

    1. No, SMP does not damage hair follicles or cause hair loss.
      DC Scalp Micro Glasgow, GB
    2. No. SMP does not cause or accelerate hair loss.
      Scalp Nation Hornchurch, GB
    3. Scalp Micropigmentation is the ideal solution for any type of hair loss.
      Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) Hvidovre, DK
    4. No, scalp micropigmentation does not cause hair loss. Translated
      Trico System di Daniele Ginnetti Sesto San Giovanni, IT
    5. No, it doesn’t affect your natural hair growth.
      The Hairfront Cape Town, ZA
    6. SMP does not cause nor prevent further hair loss.
      Eximious Scalp Micropigmentation Academy Pompano Beach, US
    7. No, SMP does not damage hair follicles or affect hair growth.
      Ultra Scalp Micropigmentation Lampa, US
    8. No. It even seems that this practice stimulates cell regeneration, causing a slight regrowth. Translated
      inkhair Genève, CH
    9. Scalp treatment does not cause hair loss at all, as it is a completely superficial and principled method that is suitable for the skin layers, and the needles do not penetrate the deep layer of the skin, which could damage the… Translated
      Iranian Scalp Clinic (Boroghani) Tehran, IR
    10. … treatment, it does not affect the hair follicle and cannot cause hair loss.
      The Scalp Care Dublin, IE
    11. The answer to this would be no. Scalp micro pigmentation does not cause any kind of hair loss.
      Elite Spa St. Petersburg, US
    12. No, scalp micropigmentation does not cause hair loss.
      Exquisite Beauty Dixon, US