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How long after scalp micropigmentation is it safe to dye your hair?

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captaingrooveDec 1, 2023

How long after SMP can you dye your hair? What would happen if you dyed your hair too soon?

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Dr. Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD
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Dr. Matt Tahsini, MD
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