Preparing for Your Procedure
When you choose Scalpworx for your scalp micropigmentation treatment in Atlanta, you can expect a procedure that prioritizes your comfort throughout. From the moment you schedule a consultation to the moment you walk out of our office with renewed confidence, we're dedicated to making sure your SMP treatment journey is as safe and pleasant as possible.
After Booking Your Procedure
- Hairlines: For male buzz cut procedures, review hairline shapes before your appointment.
- Hair Coloring (density procedures): If you regularly color your hair, please do so prior to your appointment.
- Hair Systems: If you wear any type of hair system, remove it 10 days prior or as soon as possible to allow your scalp to breathe, which will improve pigment acceptance.
- Rogaine: Discontinue use for 7 days or as soon as possible prior to your procedure.
- Sun Exposure: Limit your time in the sun; do not get a sunburn.
- Moisturize: Keep your scalp moisturized.
- Review: If you haven't already, please review our FAQ section to obtain additional information.
24 Hours Before
- Avoid Blood Thinners: Although bleeding is uncommon, avoid alcohol consumption, aspirin, and ibuprofen, as these substances thin the blood and may increase the risk of pigment rejection.
- Sleep & Hydration: Be sure to get a good night's sleep, and stay well hydrated.
- Exfoliate: We recommend exfoliating the scalp the day before your procedure to remove dead skin cells, which will help with pigment retention.
- Hair Length: The steps depend on whether you're receiving a density or buzz cut procedure:
- Density Procedures: Keep your hair at the length you typically wear it.
- Buzz Cut Procedures: The evening before, buzz your hair down using a clipper without a guard. Do not blade shave or use a rotary-type shaver on your scalp — we'll need to see where the existing hair is for blending. If unsure, wait until you arrive and we'll assist you.
Day of Procedure
- Wash: Arrive with your hair and scalp thoroughly washed and free of topical products.
- Snacks & Water: We offer complimentary snacks and bottled water. You are also welcome to bring your own.
- Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing. We recommend wearing something easily washable in case pigment accidentally gets on your clothing.
- Parking & Arrival: Free parking is available at the lobby level and in the lower parking garage beneath the building, accessible from Roswell Road. The garage can also be accessed from the rear entrance on Boylston Drive NE.
- Finding Us: Take the elevator to the 7th floor and take the hallway to the right. You will see a sign for Sandy Springs Suites, Suite 700. Please have a seat in the lobby and text us to let us know you have arrived.
- Arrival Time: Please do not arrive more than 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment unless previously coordinated with your artist. We do not have a receptionist, and your artist may still be with another client or preparing the procedure room.
- Sunday Appointments: Please text us when you park, and we will come to the lobby to let you in.
- Companions: You are welcome to bring one guest with you to your appointment. Please limit your party to one additional person.
Aftercare
Remember that your scalp will be sensitive for a few days after the procedure. Although scalp micropigmentation is non-invasive, there are still some aftercare measures you need to take.
Feel More Confident About Your SMP Procedure!
With these tips in mind, we hope that you feel more prepared for your upcoming SMP procedure at Scalpworx in Atlanta. If you have any additional questions, or need any assistance, please feel free to contact our team. We look forward to seeing you at our office!