MicroArt Scalp Shading FAQ’s

The answers to these questions apply for MicroArt only.

MicroArt is proprietary, unique, and unlike any other permanent or semi-permanent cosmetic treatment on the market today. It was scientifically developed to look natural — and avoid the many unpleasant or dangerous side effects that are all too common with other forms of permanent makeup or micropigmentation. (50% of MicroArt clients are correcting permanent makeup done elsewhere)

The Color: Your technician will evaluate your scalp and hair color at the beginning of each session and choose a color to best match your natural hair.

Pigmentation: MicroArt Semi Permanent Makeup uses a single acupuncture needle that gently vibrates on the dermal layers of the skin depositing a mineral based pigment into the scalp until the desired color is achieved. Individual hairs are layered on the skin creating a completely natural look.

Scalp Shading usually takes four (1-hour) sessions per 25 square inch (5”x 5”) area. Each session is scheduled 4 weeks apart.

No. MicroArt will not damage your hair follicles on your scalp. There is no hair loss during or after the procedure.

  • Arrive at your appointment 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment, well rested and relaxed.
  • Your scalp should be clean without any products.
  • Bring a hat to wear after the procedure as your hair will be messy and you will need to wash it as soon as possible that day.

Yes, actually it is encouraged you go straight home and wash your hair!

The level of discomfort varies from person to person. A strong topical numbing cream is used.

MicroArt uses a single acupuncture needle that gently vibrates on the outer dermal layers of the skin, therefore discomfort is minimal.

Numbing shots can be scheduled with the doctors that we work with and are an additional cost.

Numbing shots are recommended if we are working on procedures taking 2 hours or more.

Maintenance appointments are optional. If you do not maintain MicroArt, it will completely fade away over time.

Everyone’s maintenance schedule is different based on how fast the skin exfoliates.

Some clients come in every few months for touch-up sessions and some only need to come in annually.

Yes! MicroArt’s Scalp shading procedure is completely safe so you will not lose any of your natural or transplanted hair. Scalp shading does not damage the hair follicles in any way, nor will it cause any hair loss. Because it is so artfully applied, with surgical-quality fine instruments, MicroArt can even camouflage scars created by hair transplants.

One of the major advantages of MicroArt is that it is semi-permanent – it lasts up to 3 years on the scalp. So if you do not maintain it (have it refreshed with a maintenance treatment every year or two), it will eventually fade away completely. In this way, if you choose to shave your head,  there will not be any traces of MicroArt remaining on your skin. This contrasts with tattoos or other forms of permanent makeup, which will eventually turn a bluish color and lasts forever.

One of the major advantages of MicroArt is that it is semi-permanent – it lasts up to 3 years on the scalp. So if you do not maintain it, it will eventually fade away completely. If you  lose your hair and decide to go bald there will not be any traces of MicroArt remaining on your skin. This contrasts with tattoos or other forms of permanent makeup, which will eventually turn a bluish color and lasts forever.

$3,000.00 per area (25 square inches). The price includes:

  • Custom colors. MicroArt colors are custom-blended to match your hair color.
  • The procedure is four (1-hour) sessions and can camouflage 25 square inches (5” X5”) of skin.
  • After-care products.
  • Additional touch-up sessions are $600 per 1-hour session.
  • Numbing shots can be scheduled with our doctor and are an additional cost if needed.

$10,000 for the entire scalp. The price includes:

  • Custom colors. MicroArt colors are custom blended to match your hair color.
  • The procedure, sixteen (1-hour) sessions and can camouflage 25 square inches (5”X5”) of skin.
  • After-care products.
  • Additional touch-up sessions are $600 per 1-hour session.
  • Numbing shots can be scheduled with the doctors that we work with and are an additional cost if needed.
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