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  1. What is the significance of 'angle of insertion' in SMP, and what angle is typically recommended?

    Answer: 90 degrees (perpendicular) for clean, round dots

    A 90-degree perpendicular insertion angle creates symmetrical, round dots — angled insertion distorts dot shape.

  2. Which pigment drying technique between dots helps prevent ink contamination on the scalp surface during SMP?

    Answer: Blotting with dry gauze or tissue between dot passes

    Blotting excess surface pigment with gauze between passes prevents pigment pooling that can obscure placement accuracy.

  3. What is the role of a skin-safe stencil or template in SMP hairline design?

    Answer: To provide a visual guide for consistent hairline shape before freehand work begins

    Stencils provide a pre-mapped reference that guides consistent, symmetric hairline placement before freehand dot work.

  4. How does skin oiliness affect SMP technique and what adjustment should be made?

    Answer: Oily skin may repel pigment; cleanse thoroughly and use lighter passes

    Excess sebum can cause pigment rejection; thorough pre-cleansing and lighter machine passes improve retention on oily scalps.

  5. What does 'density mapping' mean in the context of an SMP treatment plan?

    Answer: Planning where to place higher vs. lower concentrations of dots to mimic natural hair density patterns

    Density mapping pre-plans where dots should be more concentrated (like the crown) versus sparse (like the hairline edge) to create a natural look.

  6. Which tool is essential for assessing skin undertone before selecting SMP pigment shades?

    Answer: UV lamp or natural lighting with a color wheel

    A UV lamp or natural light combined with a color wheel helps identify warm, cool, or neutral undertones to guide pigment selection.

  7. What technique should be used when SMP dots must be placed over an existing scar to achieve uniform appearance?

    Answer: Apply lighter, more frequent passes and expect the area to need extra sessions

    Scar tissue absorbs pigment unpredictably; lighter, repeated passes across multiple sessions achieve more consistent results.