Scalp Micropigmentation Cost: Affordable Hair Tattoo Pricing
What You Can Expect to Pay for Scalp Micropigmentation
Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) is a cost-effective alternative to hair transplants, typically costing around 1/4 of the price.
At SCALPS®, we believe in transparent pricing. Our SMP sessions are priced at $995 per session (bald), and density fills (long hair) at $1,095 per session. For a completed SMP treatment (3 sessions), you can expect it to cost you around $3,000 in 2025.
As one of the industry leaders in scalp micropigmentation, we’ve seen SMP costs climb recently in the United States. In 2024, the average price for a completed treatment by an experienced artist (3+ years) was about $2,850.
Learn more about our SMP services for men and SMP services for women.
SCALPS SMP STUDIOS PRICING STRUCTURE
Scalp Micropigmentation
- Based on Norwood Scale 3–7
- Requires 3 Sessions
- Custom Designs
- Restores Hairlines
- Immediate Results
- 100% Effective
- Non-Invasive
- Hair Density – $1095
- Touch-Ups – $1095
Scar Camouflage
- FUE Scar Repair – $1200
- FUT Scar Repair – $1200
- Multiple Scars – Call Us
- Blends Into Current Hair
- 100% Effective
- Non-Invasive
- Free Consultations
Other Services
- Mild Alopecia – Call for Pricing
- Severe Alopecia – Call for Pricing
- Crown Density – Call for Pricing
- Stretch Mark Revision – Call for Pricing
- Vitiligo Camouflage – Call for Pricing
What Sets SCALPS® Apart
World-Class SMP—
No Manhattan Premium
At SCALPS®, you’re booked with an internationally recognized master artist whose precision and proven outcomes rival any studio.
We’ve based our studio outside the city to eliminate unnecessary markup—so you receive world-class SMP without the Manhattan price tag, backed by transparent pricing and uncompromising quality.
How other SMP Studios calculate the cost for a hair tattoo?
Navigating Pricing Factors For Scalp Micropigmentation
Most clinics estimate scalp micropigmentation cost by having you fill out a form, upload headshots, and then assign a price based on your Norwood hair-loss level. That same process dictates your hair tattoo cost and overall SMP cost, but you’ll trade multiple emails for a rough ballpark that can swing hundreds of dollars.
Making the decision to get smp can be stressful enough, which is why we make our pricing fully transparent from the start.
(Norwood Scale illustration below)
NORWOOD SCALE (HAIR LOSS)
Stage I: Baseline — no hair loss.
Stage II: The hairline begins to thin typically in an “m” shaped pattern at the temples.
Stage III: The hair at the crown of the head begins to thin during this time.
Stage IV: Hair recedes more dramatically at the sides in this stage.
Stage V: The two main regions of hair loss in the front and back starts to thin.
Stage VI: The two main areas of hair loss unite in this stage.
Stage VII: In this stage, only the hair around the back and sides of the head remain, forming the classic “horseshoe” pattern.
WEIGHING QUALITY vs PRICE
Choose your provider based on experience, not price
Chasing the cheapest SMP deal almost always backfires—novice artists undercut because they lack the skill, and you’re stuck footing the bill for their mistakes. Top-tier SMP pros charge premium rates for a reason: years of flawless results and surgical precision. Talent isn’t cheap—demand drives the price. Invest upfront in seasoned experts and avoid costly corrections—your confidence is worth every penny.
City Studio vs Local Talent
Best Value, Results, or Both?
Think you need a flashy city address for top-tier SMP? Major-city studios tack on hefty overhead fees—you pay for their rent, not your look. If you already live downtown, the walk-in convenience and extra studio options are definitely a bonus. But if you’re looking to dodge some parking tickets and rush-hour snarls, do a search in your area to see if you might be overlooking a local artist who can deliver award-winning results at a better price.
At SCALPS, we set up shop outside the city to cut out those extra costs. You get precision SMP, beautiful studios, and decades of combined expertise—no city-center markup required.
Are You Ready For Change?
Our expert team is here to guide you through every step of the process.
