Scalp Micropigmentation

$175(Per hour)

  • Includes consultation and initial application.

  • Treatment of the scalp requires multiple treatment sessions.

A $53 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your appointment and is used towards your total.

What is Scalp Micropigmentation

Scalp Micropigmentation is a non-invasive tattooing treatment that deposits pigment into the scalp. The result creates the appearance of tiny hair follicles that help thicken and restore the look of fuller hair. This treatment is meant for men and women alike who experience all forms of hair loss including cancer, alopecia, thinning hair and male and female pattern baldness and can dramatically change the appearance of a thinning scalp.

The goal of scalp micropigmentation is not to create hairlike lines as you would when microblading eyebrows, but instead to use tiny dots to replicate the look of a shadow on your scalp. This style, referred to as pointillism, is done to create natural-looking depth and definition. Once healed the dots look like a natural hair follicle and blend in seamlessly with your complexion.

PLEASE NOTE: All services will be charged tax. Due to updated safety protocol, an additional $5.00 may be charged to each guest for the addition of PPE. Any service performed at a studio other than Total Image Salon, in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia will include an additional $25 fee.

BASIC INFORMATION

Tattooing by definition is a form of body modification in which ink is inserted into the dermis layer of the skin. Paramedical tattooing focuses on the restoration of the skin. It is a critical step in the healing journey of the survivors of cancer, accident, illness, trauma, surgery and injury. Unlike traditional tattoos where art is the focal point and purpose, paramedical tattooing is designed to conceal and camouflage. It can cover unwanted burn scars, birthmarks, dark and off-color skin patches such as Vitiligo or age spots and rebuild body parts to create a balanced appearance.

Pain during the treatment is relative. Scared guests usually feel stronger pain, while the other guests compare such pain with the one that they feel when plucking hair or experiencing a bee sting. In addition, it is not recommended to do the treatment while menstruating or during times of extreme fatigue due to an increased sensitivity to pain.  It is possible to use light anesthetics, in the form of gel, to eliminate some sensitivity during the procedure (if an allergy to the components is not present.)

Treatment is done by using sterile and disposable cartridges, while pigments and inks are of the highest standard (Dynamic Ink, Ever After Pigments or Almost Famous). Inserted ink is very dark during the first 5 to 7 days. Seven days later, it loses up to 40% of its intensity. If you think that ink is too dark, do not try to fade it by yourself. The duration of ink retention in your skin depends on the skin oiliness and scarring. Sweating and sun exposure also affect ink retention and you must avoid both for up to one month after treatment. Healing is usually completed around 30 days after the procedure.

Post-procedure care makes 70% of total treatment success. Conscientiously adhere to the given aftercare in order to avoid ink loss as well as infection.

How successful the treatment will be depends on:

  • skin quality and age of scar tissue

  • post-treatment care

  • exposure to various external influences

  • It is important to note that if you are prone to developing keloids, which are more common in darker skin, you may also not be a good candidate for this treatment.

   None of these factors are under the Artist’s control, thus providing any guarantee for the treatment is not possible.

Please consult with your artist if you:

  • have problematic skin

  • have serious health issues or have undergone surgery in the treatment area (please have a doctors pre-approval)

  • take certain medications

  • already have existing paramedical tattooing

Complications are possible and include, but are not limited to the following: discomfort, scabbing, bruising, swelling, scarring, allergic reaction, infection, pigment migration, color/change and sensitivity in the tattooed area.

BEFORE THE TREATMENT

Before each treatment, the skin should not be burnt, nor in recovery or in a regenerative process.
Your scalp must be perfectly healthy (free of blemishes, psoriasis and sunburn) to undergo treatment. If you are unsure, please consult with Rachel and your doctor. It is also recommended that you become familiar with the post-treatment aftercare procedures. 

The following are not recommended 30 days before the treatment in the treatment area:

  • Botox and fillers

  • avoid caffeine and alcohol

  • laser treatments

  • chemical peel

  • exposure to strong sunlight

** Please see the full list of pre-procedure advice on the Paramedical page of this website for further information.

AFTERCARE

Each guest receives an aftercare kit that includes all of the necessities to care for the treatment area. Aftercare kits are provided after each visit. Please use these items as directed and contact Rachel with any questions or concerns.

Aftercare instructions are listed on a separate page in the dropdown menu.