SMP vs Hair Systems, Toupees & Wigs

Absolutely! Many of our clients are former hair system wearers who wanted freedom. We'll assess your scalp health (sometimes adhesives cause damage), design a natural-looking treatment, and transition you gradually. You can wear your system shorter and shorter as we complete your SMP sessions. Most clients say they wish they'd made the switch years earlier.

SMP creates the appearance of a full head of shaved or buzz-cut hair - not longer flowing hair like a system. If you're open to rocking a short, masculine look (which many find more confident and stylish), SMP will look incredibly natural and full. Think Jason Statham, The Rock, or any celebrity with a powerful shaved head look. If you must have longer, styled hair, a system is your only option - but comes with all those daily headaches.

Hair system wearers typically spend $3,000-$6,000 per year on systems, adhesives, salon maintenance, and products. Over 10 years, that's $30,000-$60,000. SMP costs $1,500-$4,500 initially, with a touch-up every 3-5 years ($500-$800). Over 10 years, you'll spend $2,500-$6,000 total - saving you $24,000-$57,500. Plus, think about the time saved - hundreds of hours per year!

This is one of the biggest advantages! Even premium hair systems have visible edges, unnatural shine, or odd movement that give them away. Our Hyperrealism Method uses micro-needles and custom pigment blending to create individual "follicles" that look identical to real shaved hair. Even barbers, hairstylists, and romantic partners can't detect it. You can confidently let people touch your head, look closely, or even inspect your hairline - it's that realistic.

This is where SMP truly shines! Swim in the ocean, dive in pools, hit the gym hard, play contact sports - SMP won't shift, loosen, or need special care. After the initial 4-day healing period, treat your scalp exactly like you would naturally. No more avoiding water, limiting workouts, or living in fear of your system failing. True freedom.

Yes, for the best look, you'll maintain a short buzz or clean shave (typically using clippers every few days). This allows the SMP to blend seamlessly with your remaining hair. Many men find this liberating - no more hair system styling, no more pretending. Just a clean, confident, masculine look that requires minimal daily maintenance. If keeping any remaining hair longer is important to you, SMP may not be the right choice.

We'll evaluate your scalp health during consultation. Minor adhesive damage usually heals within a few weeks after stopping hair system use. We may recommend waiting for complete healing before starting SMP. In cases of significant scarring from adhesives, SMP can actually help camouflage those scars, creating an even, natural appearance. We've helped many clients transition from damaged scalps to confident, healthy-looking results.