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November 2023 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” This study found that synthetic melanin particles applied topically in mouse injury models improved wound healing, showing potential as a therapy for accelerated healing, including in human skin explants.
September 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study found that scalp micropigmentation improved esthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction in scarring alopecia, particularly in conditions with less fibrosis like frontal fibrosing alopecia and traction alopecia.
September 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that scalp micropigmentation was a safe and effective cosmetic solution for localized alopecia, showing significant improvement in visual density and high patient satisfaction without adverse events.
January 2025 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study observed that although most patients recognize SMP as a medical procedure requiring physician oversight, many still receive treatment outside medical settings, underscoring the need for expanded access to physician-led services, enhanced public education, and strengthened regulatory enforcement for patient safety.
January 2020 in “Journal of Womens Health, Issues and Care” This review discusses scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for camouflaging baldness and reports no new clinical results; it aims to highlight SMP's cosmetic benefits and practical advantages over surgical hair transplantation.