Scalp micropigmentation
Thousands of tiny pigment dots that mimic shaved hair follicles, filling thinning crowns and softening hairlines.
Thinning hair
Tiny impressions reduce the contrast where scalp shows through: at the crown, along a wide part or all over.
A softer hairline
If your hairline looks less defined than it used to, SMP may help create a cleaner shape that stays believable.
Powders or hair fibers
If you use temporary products to hide your scalp, SMP may offer a lower-maintenance option.
Scalp micropigmentation
Pricing and before-and-after photos of the service.
Read: Scalp micropigmentationSafety
Who should ask first, and how the studio stays clean and private.
Read: SafetyAftercare
What is normal while your scalp heals, and what to avoid.
Read: Aftercare
SMP questions.
Natural results, fading, cost, and who should ask first.
Will SMP look natural?
It should look soft and believable: small impressions that blend with your existing hair and skin tone, not a flat block of color.
Does SMP grow hair?
No. It creates the cosmetic appearance of hair density by adding small pigment impressions to the scalp.
Does SMP fade?
Yes, gradually. Maintenance depends on the treatment area, density, sun exposure and how your scalp holds pigment. Sun protection helps reduce fading, and touch-ups can refresh density and softness.
Who should ask before booking SMP?
Ask before booking if you are pregnant, nursing, taking blood thinners, prone to keloids, have active scalp irritation, or have a skin condition in the treatment area. Also ask if you recently had scalp treatments, injections, or hair transplant work.
How much does SMP cost?
It is listed at $500 per hour. Pricing depends on time, because treatment areas vary. Confirm current pricing when booking.
Thinking about scalp micropigmentation?
Book a consultation in Tustin. I can look at your hairline, thinning areas and density goals, help you decide whether SMP is the right fit, and estimate a session plan.
More guides.
The other questions people ask before they book, answered the same way.
Related service: Scalp Micropigmentation
How long does permanent makeup last?
Most work holds its shape for one to three years, softening gradually. Sun, oily skin, and skincare acids fade it faster. A yearly touch-up keeps it crisp.
Read: How long does permanent makeup last?Is permanent makeup safe?
Permanent makeup is a cosmetic tattoo, so the questions to ask any artist are about needles, pigments, and hygiene. Ask Pomi at your consultation; nothing touches your skin before you have talked it through and agreed on the shape.
Read: Is permanent makeup safe?Are powder brows for me?
Powder brows suit oily or mature skin and anyone who fills in their brows daily with pencil or powder. Hair strokes suit drier skin and a sparser, more natural look.
Read: Are powder brows for me?What is microblading?
Fine, hair-like strokes placed into the brow for a fuller, more balanced look. Mapped to your face so the result stays soft and natural.
Read: What is microblading?What is microblading and shading?
Fine hair-like strokes combined with soft powder shading, for brows that look fuller, balanced and naturally defined.
Read: What is microblading and shading?What is permanent eyeliner?
Pigment placed along the lash line for lasting eye definition, kept soft or made more defined to suit your eyes and your style.
Read: What is permanent eyeliner?PMU healing timeline
Day 1 it looks darker and sharper. Days 2 to 5 it can flake; days 6 to 10 it can look lighter or patchy. By weeks 2 to 4 the softer, final result shows.
Read: PMU healing timelineEyeliner vs lash enhancement
Lash enhancement fills the gaps between lashes with no visible line. Eyeliner adds a defined line above them. Both are done in the same two-visit process.
Read: Eyeliner vs lash enhancementLip tint vs lip blush
They are names for the same technique: a sheer wash of color through the whole lip, not a lip liner.
Read: Lip tint vs lip blushWho is a good candidate for permanent makeup?
Someone who wants a natural look, understands the healing stages and follows aftercare. Ask before booking if you are pregnant, nursing, taking blood thinners, prone to keloids or have active irritation.
Read: Who is a good candidate for permanent makeup?How to prepare for your appointment
Arrive with clean skin, avoid irritation or sunburn, and share health details. Ask about retinol, acids, exfoliants, blood thinners, alcohol, and caffeine before your appointment.
Read: How to prepare for your appointmentWhy the touch-up matters
Skin heals unevenly, and some strokes fade more than others. The six-week touch-up refines shape and color once healing is done. It is part of the service, not an extra.
Read: Why the touch-up matters
Ask Pomi about your own brows.
Every face is different. Call or text and Pomi will tell you what would suit you, or send a request from any page.