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5 Cases When SMP Scalp Micropigmentation Is Needed

New Hair Institute · 김진오의 뉴헤어 프로젝트 · June 30, 2025

「Reviewed and approved by the Medical Advertising Review Committee of the Korean Medical Association, No. 250630-중-192500」 As more and more people struggle with hair loss, a variet...

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Clinic: New Hair Institute

Original post date: June 30, 2025

Translated at: April 29, 2026 at 2:33 PM

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「Reviewed and approved by the Medical Advertising Review Committee of the Korean Medical Association, No. 250630-중-192500」

As more and more people struggle with hair loss, a variety of improvement methods have emerged.

Among them, SMP scalp micropigmentation is drawing attention as a way to

naturally cover areas affected by hair loss.

It is a technique that creates the appearance of hair by tattooing tiny dots on the scalp,

and it has attracted a lot of interest from people concerned about hair loss.

What Is SMP Scalp Micropigmentation?

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Unlike regular tattooing, SMP requires an analysis of the scalp and hair loss condition,

after which a personalized procedure is needed for each individual.

Unlike general tattoos, it is performed in a way suited to scalp characteristics,

and should provide a natural and even result.

This procedure can provide natural coverage without having to repeat the process every day like wearing a wig or using hair fibers,

and it is not easily removed by external factors, which makes it a highly satisfying treatment.

In addition, a personalized design that considers hair color and density is applied,

allowing a style that blends naturally with existing hair.

New Hair Hair Plastic Surgery Clinic conducts the procedure after sufficient consultation

to reflect the style and direction the patient wants,

and aims for a natural result that harmonizes with the hairstyle,

rather than simply performing scalp micropigmentation.

Rather than injecting pigment as darkly as possible,

the procedure is carefully adjusted so that it looks like hair has grown naturally.

Cases Where SMP Scalp Micropigmentation Is Needed

  • When using hair fibers or a wig is inconvenient

If it is troublesome to spray hair fibers or wear a wig every day

to hide areas of hair loss,

SMP scalp micropigmentation can be an improvement option.

Because it lasts for a long time,

it reduces the hassle of covering hair loss every morning.

In particular, it has the advantage of not having to worry about being washed away by wind or rain like hair fibers,

and not needing to pay attention to wearing and maintaining a wig.

  • When the crown or part line looks sparse

If SMP is performed, it can create the appearance of hair growth

and help increase the visual sense of density.

When hair loss at the crown or the part line gradually expands,

it can naturally complement it and make the hair look fuller.

  • Guaranteed scalp micropigmentation program for thorough aftercare

New Hair Hair Plastic Surgery Clinic provides follow-up care for 6 months

and includes retouching in an effort to improve the results of the procedure.

Because SMP results may vary slightly depending on scalp characteristics,

the clinic checks progress for 6 months after the procedure

and provides retouching to address any areas that are lacking.

  • When hair becomes thinner and hair loss stands out

As hair loss progresses, not only the number of hairs but also

the hair itself often becomes thinner.

If SMP scalp micropigmentation is performed between these thinning hairs,

it creates a visual effect that makes the hair appear denser,

allowing the overall hairstyle to look fuller.

Depth adjustment to protect the follicles

SMP scalp micropigmentation is a procedure that should aim to minimize damage to the follicles.

The pigment must be injected at a shallower depth than in regular tattoos,

and if it is injected too deeply, it may damage the follicles or cause the pigment to spread.

  • When additional density improvement is needed after hair transplantation

Even after a hair transplant, the density of the transplanted hair may appear insufficient,

or the transplanted area may not blend naturally

with the surrounding non-transplanted hair.

In such cases, adding SMP scalp micropigmentation can help compensate for the lacking areas

and produce a more natural result.

Published in a 2011 ISHRS paper

Kim Jin-o, the director of New Hair Hair Plastic Surgery Clinic,

published an SMP-related paper in the 2011 FORUM, the proceedings of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).

From before the procedure to during the procedure,

he carefully checks each person’s scalp condition

and performs the treatment with natural color and density suited to the thickness of the hair.

Through this, it is applied so that distortion over time is minimized.

  • When you want to cover scalp scars or surgical marks

If scars or surgical marks on the scalp are noticeable and cause concern,

they can be covered with SMP.

Even when scars from a previous hair transplant procedure are bothersome,

they can be naturally concealed with scalp micropigmentation.

The results of SMP scalp micropigmentation can vary greatly depending on the practitioner’s skill,

the equipment used, and the quality of the pigment.

Therefore, before receiving the procedure, it is advisable to choose a trustworthy medical institution

that provides the service.

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SMP scalp micropigmentation is a method that naturally complements areas of hair loss

while also aiming for a quick procedure and quick recovery.

Since the practitioner’s experience and skill are important,

it is also helpful to check whether they have many cases of hair-loss scalp micropigmentation procedures.

SMP scalp micropigmentation can be used as one way to reduce concerns caused by hair loss

and create a natural style.

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