SMP FOR MEN
A More Defined Hairline. The Look of Fuller Density.
If you’ve been considering Scalp Micropigmentation, this may be your opportunity. We’re selecting two men for complimentary, customized SMP treatment at our Richmond studio.
Designed for men who want to soften a receding hairline, restore the temples, or create a stronger frame for the face.
Designed for men who want to reduce visible contrast through thinning areas across the top or crown.
Not sure whether you’re a fit? Apply anyway. We’ll review your information privately and contact you if the opportunity may be right for you.
Apply by October 6Only two participants will be selected · Your identity can remain private
Which Model Profile Fits You?
We’re looking for two specific patterns of male hair loss. See which one most closely resembles yours.
Images are AI-generated visualizations used to illustrate the hair-loss patterns we are seeking.
Receding Hairline or Temples
- Visible recession along the front hairline
- Temple recession or an increasingly mature hairline
- Comfortable wearing your hair closely shaved
You may be a fit if: your primary concern is restoring the appearance of a defined, closely shaved hairline.
Thinning & Visible Scalp
- Hair remains across the top or crown
- Scalp is increasingly visible through existing hair
- Thinning is spread across the area
You may be a fit if: your primary concern is reducing scalp show-through and improving the appearance of density.
Not sure which profile fits you? Submit clear photos with your application and our practitioners will determine whether your hair pattern may be appropriate for either model opportunity.
What SMP Can Change Visually
SMP does not regrow hair. It changes how hair loss appears by recreating follicle detail and reducing contrast where the scalp is visible.
Rebuild the Visual Edge
Creates the appearance of a closely shaved hairline where recession has occurred.
Reduce Scalp Contrast
Blends pigment beneath existing hair to reduce scalp show-through and create the appearance of greater density.
AI-generated treatment visualizations for illustrative purposes only. Individual results vary.
Meet Your Practitioner
Feeling comfortable starts with getting to know the person caring for you.
Sarah
Licensed Esthetician & SMP Practitioner
Sarah brings more than eight years of experience creating natural-looking cosmetic results. Her approach to scalp micropigmentation combines careful color selection, subtle placement, and planning around your individual hair pattern and goals.
Her background as a licensed esthetician informs her understanding of the skin and how it responds throughout treatment and healing.
Start with a conversation.
Your consultation is a chance to get to know Sarah, share what you’re hoping for, and ask questions—so you can feel comfortable with your next step.
What SMP Is — and What It Isn't
Scalp Micropigmentation uses carefully placed pigment to recreate natural-looking follicle detail and reduce the visual contrast of hair loss.
No Grafts. No Transplant.
SMP uses cosmetic pigment to recreate the appearance of closely cut hair follicles—without surgery or transplanted hair.
Your Hair Doesn't Regrow.
SMP changes the appearance of thinning and recession without creating new hair.
No Flat Block of Color.
Individual impressions are layered and spaced to resemble natural follicle detail.
The result is visual: a more defined hairline, less visible scalp, or the appearance of greater density.
What Selected Participants Receive
One participant will be selected for each treatment profile. Both selected models receive treatment at no cost.
Hairline Restoration
Complimentary Treatment
Regular Value: $2,000
- Designed for frontal or temple recession
- Best suited to a closely shaved hairstyle
- Built to create a more defined hairline
Crown & Density Enhancement
Complimentary Treatment
Regular Value: $2,500
- Designed for visible scalp through existing hair
- Best suited to diffuse thinning across the top or crown
- Built to reduce contrast and improve visual density
Interested in One of the Two Model Spots?
Apply by October 6Complimentary treatment is provided in exchange for completing the case-study schedule and allowing professional photography and video of the treatment area.
FAQs
Do I have to shave my head?
Not necessarily. Hairline restoration generally works best with a very short or closely shaved style. Density enhancement may be appropriate when enough natural hair remains across the top or crown and the scalp is still visible through it.
How many sessions are usually needed?
SMP is typically built gradually across multiple sessions. The exact number depends on your hair-loss pattern, treatment area, and the amount of density or definition being created.
How long does the result last?
Scalp Micropigmentation is long-lasting, but pigment gradually softens over time. Retention varies based on skin characteristics, sun exposure, lifestyle, and aftercare, and a future refinement session may eventually be recommended.
Can my face and identity remain private?
Yes. Photography and video can focus on the treatment area without requiring your face, name, voice, or other identifying features to appear in published materials.
What is required to participate in the Model Cohort?
Selected participants must attend the required treatment sessions, follow pre-care and aftercare instructions, maintain the agreed hairstyle during the case study, and allow professional photography and video of the treatment area.
Apply for the Men's Model Cohort
We are selecting two Richmond-area men for upcoming Scalp Micropigmentation case studies. Applications close October 6, 2026.
Selected Models Receive
- Complimentary SMP treatment
- $2,000–$2,500 regular treatment value
- Customized treatment plan
- Private consultation before treatment
What We Ask in Return
- Attend all required treatment sessions
- Follow pre-care and aftercare instructions
- Maintain the agreed haircut during the case study
- Allow photography and video of the treatment area
Apply
Tell us about your hair loss and upload clear photos.
Review
Dana reviews your hair pattern and potential fit.
Consult
Strong candidates are invited for a private consultation.
Your Identity Can Remain Private
Your face, name, voice, and other identifying features do not need to appear in published materials. Photography can focus exclusively on the treatment area.
Apply by 10/6/2026. Submissions remain private. Submission does not guarantee selection. Final treatment suitability is confirmed during consultation.