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Scar camouflage

Scalp scar camouflage places small pigment dots to help a scar blend with the hair or scalp around it. SMP CA offers individual assessments for people in Halifax and Dartmouth with scars from surgery, injury or a previous hair transplant. It changes appearance, not the scar itself.

BEFORE & AFTER

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Before and after scalp scar camouflage with the original SMP Canada image labels preserved — Scalp scar camouflage
Results vary with the scalp, hair colour and number of sessions.

Blending contrast, not removing a scar

A pale scar can stand out against dark follicles. Dot placement may make that difference less noticeable, particularly with a short hairstyle. It cannot flatten raised tissue, restore hair growth or erase changes in skin texture. The scar may still be visible from certain angles or under particular lighting. Honest assessment is important before deciding whether pigment is likely to help.

Scar tissue behaves differently

Scar tissue is not identical to the surrounding scalp. Its texture, thickness and ability to retain pigment can vary. Some scars need a cautious approach, and some should not be treated. The area must be appropriately healed before a cosmetic assessment. We cannot establish medical readiness for every scar; if there is doubt, discuss it with your treating clinician first. A small, staged approach may be more useful than assuming the whole area will respond evenly.

Your consultation and price

Scar camouflage ranges from $400–$1,400 CAD, depending on the area and the treatment plan. At the free consultation, we discuss what is visible, your haircut, the surrounding hair and the limits of what dots can disguise. We confirm an exact quote before you decide. You are welcome to ask about relevant examples and explain what bothers you most about the scar.

A plan built in stages

Most results take 2–4 sessions, spaced at least a week apart. The first visit establishes a starting pattern. Later visits allow density and shade to be adjusted after the skin has had time to settle. The number of appointments is not a guarantee of a particular appearance. Your scalp and healing response help determine when the next visit makes sense. We explain the plan at the consultation and discuss changes if the skin needs more time. Do not judge the finished result by the darkest appearance immediately after a session.

Healing and longer-term care

Fresh pigment usually looks darker and sharper than the settled result. Mild redness, tenderness and light flaking may occur. Avoid picking at the area. You receive written aftercare instructions tailored to your treatment; those instructions come before general advice online. Tell your artist about concerns and seek medical advice for worsening redness, spreading warmth, discharge, fever or other worrying symptoms. Pigment fades over time, so a future touch-up may be considered. There is no guaranteed lifespan. Sun exposure and skin characteristics can affect the appearance.

A free conversation before a commitment

Bring your questions, a description of your usual hairstyle and a sense of the change you want. An optional scalp photo can help start the conversation, but it does not replace an in-person assessment. We look at your scalp, explain the proposed design and confirm your price without pressure to book. SMP is a cosmetic technique: it does not grow hair, prevent loss or treat a medical condition. If you want to investigate medical options, a doctor or dermatologist can help. To arrange a consultation, complete the form below or call or text (902) 580-9846. We serve Halifax, Dartmouth and surrounding areas by appointment.