Why Do Men Lose Their Hair?

Whether we like it or not, our appearance says a lot about us. Unfortunately for men, thinning hair often gives off an unfavorable impression to people we meet.

Drugs to regrow scalp hair can be ineffective (and even dangerous). Hair transplants can be costly and may not provide the results you're after.

John Chandler, though, had another idea-- scalp micropigmentation.

Let's take a look at everything you need to know.

But, before we begin, we'll explore the causes behind balding.

Why Do Men Lose Their Hair?

Many people are unsure as to why they're experiencing hair loss or about the causes of male pattern baldness.

While one's habits (such as excessive brushing, drug usage, etc.) could contribute to hair loss, balding is, unfortunately, a genetic trait.

Research has shown that the hormone dihydrogen testosterone (DHT) plays a significant role in whether or not men go bald. Higher levels of this hormone cause hair follicles to shrink and produce thinner hair, a process known as 'miniaturization.'

Natural balding occurs in such a predictable fashion that's been classified as; male pattern baldness. It generally starts with a bit of recession near the temples and then progresses to a deeper recession with thinning near the crown.

Eventually, the majority of the hair on the scalp will be gone.

Women can also experience thinning and recession, but it's typically on a much lesser scale.

Who Is John Chandler?

Since altering the body's chemistry with drugs and costly hair transplants aren't reliable treatment options for most people, someone needed to come up with an alternative treatment option.

John Chandler was one of the founders of scalp micropigmentation, a scalp tattooing process that aims to use ink to mirror the look of stubble. For those who have lost the majority of their hair and want more 'character' to their scalp's appearance, this is an ideal option.

Since hair loss in men and women can often lead to lowered self-esteem (and even depression), John has worked tirelessly at developing his craft so that he could provide remarkable service to as many people as possible.

John worked in Los Angeles as a scalp micropigmentation artist before moving to Sacramento to open his own clinic-- Scalp Co. This next step forward has allowed him to interact with a much larger number of clients.

Scalp Co. aims to provide each client with results that will both bring satisfaction and build confidence. As of April 2019, the company just celebrated its third year of success in the industry.

What Is Scalp Micropigmentation?

As previously mentioned, this process uses tattoos to create a look of natural, uniform stubble that simulates a shaved head.

To clarify, carbon based ink is meticulously placed in the form of micro-sized dots all over the scalp to achieve this effect. As long as proper Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) aftercare is achieved (as well as frequent sunscreen application), there is very little maintenance.

In fact, people often only return to the clinic after their procedure to fill in more space as their hair loss increases over time.

Since this process involves placing permanent ink on your body, it should only be conducted by a reputable artist in the industry.

What Are The Benefits?

One of the most noticeable benefits of micropigmentation is a cleaner, more uniform appearance for bald men. Despite not having hardly any hair at all, you'll always be able to present a clean-cut image when it comes to your hairstyle.

Women will be able to fill in any 'gaps' or thinning they may have on their scalp due to hair loss by getting a "density treatment". While men also have this option, it's generally not recommended since most men who experience thinning hair will eventually lose most of it.

Increased confidence in how you look is another major factor benefit that you can expect to have, and this carries a handful of positive effects with it.

In fact, studies have shown that confidence is on par with ability. So, feeling secure about your physical appearance can lead to better performance in all areas of your life.

What Is The Procedure Like?

It's more than likely going to be exactly how you imagine it-- feeling thousands of brief pokes on your scalp; however, the pain is very minimal because of the size of the micro needle used.

The scalp is such a sensitive area, you may experience some discomfort; however, when performed by an experienced professional artist, he/she will work to minimize this discomfort as much as possible.

in fact, the pain is so little that no numbing agents are needed. Some people may need to take frequent breaks, while others may barely feel anything at all. Some people actually sleep while the procedure is taking place.

It's common for the procedure to take 3-4 sessions to fulfill the complete look of a shaved head of hair. The treatment is performed a few weeks apart and in total should be achieved in roughly 1 and a half months.

Afterward, standard SMP aftercare is provided by John and his team, and the client following the aftercare is required. This means no swimming, tanning, etc. for a certain period of time determined by your artist.

The only inherent risk that scalp micropigmentation carries is that artists don't have to be certified in the procedure in order to perform it. So, you should be very careful about who you choose to go to.

Scalp Micropigmentation Can Be Life-Changing

But it doesn't have to be.

With the above information about scalp micropigmentation in mind, you'll be well on your way to making the decision that's best for you.

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