Your SMP consultation is the crucial first step toward your hair restoration journey. Whether you're visiting us in Birmingham, Nashville, Memphis, Atlanta, or any of our service areas, here's everything you need to know before your first appointment.
Booking your SMP consultation is exciting—but it's natural to feel a bit nervous about what to expect. Will you be pressured to commit? How long will it take? What questions should you ask? Understanding the consultation process helps you feel prepared and confident.
At Gemini Inked, our free consultations are designed to be informative, pressure-free, and personalized to your unique needs. Whether you're coming from Birmingham AL, Nashville TN, Atlanta GA, Memphis TN, Huntsville AL, Mobile AL, Montgomery AL, New Orleans LA, Jackson MS, or the Florida Panhandle, you'll receive the same thorough, professional assessment.
Here's a comprehensive guide to what happens during your SMP consultation and how to make the most of this important first meeting.
Consultation Duration: 30-60 minutes
Cost: Completely FREE with no obligation
What to Bring: Photos of desired results
(optional), list of questions, medical history notes
What You'll Get: Personalized assessment, treatment
plan, accurate pricing quote
Here's exactly what happens from the moment you walk through our door
You'll be greeted warmly and asked to complete a brief intake form covering your medical history, hair loss history, medications, and any skin conditions. This helps us understand your situation and ensure SMP is safe and appropriate for you.
Pro Tip: If you've had previous SMP work, bring photos or documentation. This helps us plan the best approach for corrections or touch-ups.
We'll have a candid conversation about what bothers you most about your hair loss, what you hope to achieve, and what your ideal outcome looks like. This is your time to share concerns, ask questions, and be completely honest about your expectations.
Christina or John will carefully examine your scalp, existing hair, skin type, and hair loss pattern. We'll assess factors like skin texture, elasticity, scarring, and pigmentation to determine the best approach for natural-looking results.
We'll take before photos from multiple angles for your records and treatment planning. These photos remain completely confidential unless you give permission to use them.
We'll explain how SMP works, show you before-and-after examples of similar cases, and walk you through our Hyperrealism Method. You'll understand exactly what the treatment involves, how many sessions you'll need, and what the healing process looks like.
We'll show you our portfolio of completed work, explain pigment selection, discuss the needle technique, and answer any technical questions you have. This is your chance to see the quality of our artistry and understand our process.
Based on everything we've discussed and assessed, we'll create a personalized treatment plan outlining the number of sessions needed, expected timeline, and honest pricing with no hidden fees. We'll also discuss payment options and scheduling flexibility.
Session Schedule
Transparent Pricing
Payment Plans
This is your opportunity to ask any remaining questions, voice concerns, or request clarification on anything. We'll never pressure you to book on the spot—you can take all the time you need to make your decision.
No Pressure Guarantee: Our goal is education and empowerment, not sales. If you need time to think, compare options, or discuss with family, we fully support that. Your consultation information remains valid, and you can reach out anytime.
Come prepared with these important questions to make the most informed decision
Any reputable SMP practitioner should answer your questions thoroughly, honestly, and patiently. If someone seems rushed, dismissive, or defensive about your concerns, that's a red flag. At Gemini Inked, we encourage questions because an informed client is a confident, happy client. Whether you're coming from Birmingham, Nashville, Atlanta, or anywhere across our service area, you deserve transparency and respect.
Make the most of your appointment with these simple preparation tips
Come with clean hair and scalp so we can properly assess your skin and hair condition
Pictures of hairlines, densities, or looks you admire help us understand your aesthetic goals
Write down any concerns or questions beforehand so you don't forget anything important
You'll be relaxed and at ease, making it easier to focus on the consultation
Full disclosure helps us determine if SMP is safe and appropriate for you
Gives you time to complete paperwork and settle in without feeling rushed
Avoid gels, sprays, or styling products on consultation day—clean, natural hair is best
Alcohol thins blood and can affect skin assessment accuracy
Avoid sun exposure or tanning for at least 2 weeks before to see your true skin tone
Take your time to make the decision. A consultation is informational, not a commitment
Speak up about any worries or fears—we're here to address them all
Come with basic SMP knowledge so you can ask more informed, specific questions
Think about everything discussed. Compare options. Discuss with loved ones. There's no rush.
If more questions arise, contact us. We're happy to provide additional information or schedule a follow-up chat.
When you're ready to move forward, we'll schedule your first session at a time that works for you.
Whether you're in Birmingham AL, Nashville TN, Memphis TN, Atlanta GA, Mobile AL, Montgomery AL, Huntsville AL, New Orleans LA, Jackson MS, or the Florida Panhandle—your journey to confidence starts with a simple conversation.
100% Free • No Obligation • Completely Confidential