Scalp Density Care Guide
Do
Stay hydrated
Come with a freshly washed scalp
Remove any hair extensions in or near the area to be tattooed
Don’t
1 year
Treat scars that are not fully healed
6–12 months
Schedule SMP after a hair transplant
2 weeks
Hair dye, gloss, semi-permanent color, or color-depositing shampoos
7–10 days
Minoxidil, oral or topical, or scalp serums
1 week
Non-prescription blood thinners
48 hours
Alcohol
Day Of
Limit caffeine and stimulants — no pre-workout
Do
Stay hydrated
Keep the area clean and dry — other than light blotting
Lightly blot with a damp cloth if needed — no soaking
Sleep on a clean pillowcase
Wear a clean hat or loose covering if needed
Take medications as prescribed
Don’t
5 days
Wash, scrub, shampoo, sweat heavily, or use steam
10 days
Use styling products or dry shampoo
4 weeks
Dye or chemically treat hair after your final session
Avoid
Touching, scratching, or picking the area
Avoid
Sun exposure or tanning beds
After 5 Days
You may gently cleanse the scalp with a fragrance-free shampoo
How you care for your scalp in the first week directly impacts your results. Second session required 8–12 weeks after your first session.
Day 1
The pigment appears darker and more defined than the final result. Mild redness, tenderness, or slight swelling is normal.
Days 2–4
The scalp begins to close. Pigment still appears bold and dark. Redness continues to improve.
Days 5–7
Light flaking or shedding begins. The dots may look faded or uneven as the outer layer sheds. Do not pick or scratch.
Days 8–14
Most flaking has resolved. Pigment may appear significantly lighter than expected while the true color develops beneath the surface.
3–4 Weeks
Color begins to soften and settle into the skin. Results look more natural.
After Session 2
Density and definition build. Additional sessions may be used to refine, layer, and support the final result.
Every scalp heals differently. Final results vary by skin type and pre + post care adherence.
Questions about your medical history? Reach out before booking — Dina@bellafacciapmu.com
Not a Candidate
Under the age of 18
Pregnant or nursing — please reach out once you have finished breastfeeding
Currently undergoing full chemotherapy or radiation treatment
Hemophilia or blood clotting disorder
Sick at the time of service — cold, flu, COVID, etc.
Active cold sores at the time of your appointment — please reschedule
Please Note
We do not tattoo over moles or beauty marks. Tattooing over these areas can obscure natural changes in size, shape, or color — making early detection of skin abnormalities more difficult. Your safety is our priority.
Medical Clearance Required
Keloid history — medical clearance required
Active dermatologic disorders in treatment area, such as rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, or shingles — medical clearance required
Prophylactic chemotherapy — generally safe to proceed with medical clearance
Heart valve, stents, pacemakers, or rheumatic fever — medical clearance required, physician-prescribed pre-medication may be required
Organ transplants — medical clearance required, physician-prescribed pre-medication may be required
Joint replacement — medical clearance required, physician-prescribed pre-medication may be required
Insulin-dependent diabetes — medical clearance required, physician-prescribed pre-medication may be required
Shingles history — medical clearance required, physician-prescribed pre-medication may be required, even if vaccinated
Seizure disorders — medical clearance required
Blood thinners or corticosteroids — medical clearance required
Immunosuppressant medications — medical clearance required
Lupus or autoimmune conditions that affect the skin — medical clearance required, physician-prescribed pre-medication may be required