Dr. Rassman's NHI now offering Scalp Micro Pigmentation Tat.

[TheGrayMan2001]

I can't justify this in my mind at all, even if it looks better from a reputable clinic like Rassman's. If I'm at the point where I'd need a tattoo to look like I have any hair left on my head in a buzz cut, I'll just accept baldness at that point and go about my life.

 

[anxious1]

yeah, ill say the same thing, i always say when someone brings up this.

its just too much. Yes it can look good and undetectable if done correctly, but u have to keep ur dignity as well, and i feel tattooing hair on ur scalp is just a ridiculous step to take, and i'd rather go bald. Imagine how embarressing it would be when someone found out. Its just too much, you'd come off feeling like a fool.

furthermore, if u manage to get a good one done that uses good ink that doesnt fade, what do u do when u get old. youd look ridiculous at 80 yrs old with a shaved head and perfect looking 'fake' hairline, while all ur friends have receded.

come on guys, keep ur dignity, and go bald gracefully. Theres nothing graceful about tattooing hair on ur head in my opinion.

 

[keepinthehair]

I know women who have eyebrows and lip liners tatoos because they became tired of applying make up everyday. Personally, the photo looks good and likely can be removed in the future?

 

[wessneijder]

Dr. Rassman admits in the comments section of his blog that if the pigmentation is exposed to the sun it WILL fade.

 

[anxious1]

tattoo's can be removed, but the laser therapy costs alot, takes many sessions, and is painful. Its not like the 650nm lasers ppl use for hair growth, they have to burn it off.

and yes, i would rather have a norwood 7 shadow, than a tattoo hairline. I don't think in that example, it will look as good as that for very long.

I suggest people think long and hard about the future ramifications of this procedure, b4 they get it done. 'wat will it look like in few yrs?', 'wat will it look like when im old?', how much will the ink fade?', 'wat colour will it fade to?' etc.

 

[Cassin]

Tattoos can begin to distort and fade after a few years. I imagine that scalp will look appalling in 10 years. So short sited. That poor guy.

 

[Cassin]

Tattoos can begin to distort and fade after a few years. I imagine that scalp will look appalling in 10 years. So short sited. That poor guy.

I seriously doubt that Dr. Rassman would endorse and offer this, if that were the case. Can you imagine how that would negatively effect his business, sales, and reputation?

there is no tattooing that stands the test of time. None.

 

[wessneijder]

I think I speak for everyone when I say this is a good idea in principle but very risky. With the current technology, it just seems like too much downside. The pic of the tatoo disguising the horseshoe does look cool though. The hairline not so much.

Upside:
1) Have a perceived stubble look (potential to look like hardman Stephen Carr)
2) Lose the horeshoe look at the back of the head
3) Potential to frame the face with stubble-like effect

Downside:
1) Could fade after a few years
2) Hairline not looking too natural
3) Girls touching the top of your head will freak out when they don't feel the stubble

 

[Vigaku]

LOL @ girls not feeling stubble. Yeah they would be like wtf.

 

[anxious1]

some info straight from rassmans 'mouth' on his questions forum section. The highlighted part at the end addresses my concerns over laser removal. apparently i was wrong. It will be possible to remove it with only 1 laser session.( yes i can admit when i'm wrong!) this makes it a little more desirable imo.

Thank you for your insightful questions. I will answer them as best I can below:

1. The pigmentation ‘dots’ are very small and for a person with hair that is not black (light brown for example) the pigment color can mimic the hair around the fringe, almost a dark gray which will not be a problem with age. We generally make the color match the hair color (shade). Remember that as the hair grows out from the scalp, it is exposed to sunlight (normally) and the hair in almost all people who do not have black hair will see some hair lightening, so we address that up-front as we select the initial color we use.

2. Over time, the pigment may fade and might need a touch-up. Our base charge will cover someone for 3 months to deal with color absorption of the pigment. Everyone is different with regard to the amount of pigment that is absorbed after the initial treatment. For a second treatment and beyond, pigmentation absorption is much slower, but it might fade more after a few years. Touch-ups may be desired.

3. Fees are individually determined at the time of the consultation, but they range from $2000 - $6000 depending upon the amount of work. This will include as many touch-up sessions as is needed to achieve the initial goals. It may take two or more sessions.

We will soon be trying a new pigment that is supposed to be reversible with one laser treatment, so even though we do not recommend that people consider this a reversible process, it possibly is. We plan to make it available after we determine how beneficial this pigment actually is.

 

[anxious1]

I think the biggest problem with this, is that idiots for some reason request such a perfect low hairline, it ends up looking fake. If i were to get this done, i'd make the hairline like a norwood 2, and a bit rough looking rather than perfectly straight.

 

[baldinglikeamofo]

I would do it if I would have made a good looking bald guy and I was 20.

But that not the case for me.

 

[Cassin]

I think the biggest problem with this, is that idiots for some reason request such a perfect low hairline, it ends up looking fake. If i were to get this done, i'd make the hairline like a norwood 2, and a bit rough looking rather than perfectly straight.

You know I am right there with you.

Hairpieces to hair transplants...people always go too far IMO. The best results I ever see are ones done in the NW3'ish area.

 

[malo]

Quote from Caassin "Hairpieces to hair transplants...people always go too far IMO. The best results I ever see are ones done in the NW3'ish area."

I agree you see a lot of guys trying to get back their 16 year old hairline when going for hair transplant.
I think it looks better when you have a Sting/Jude Law look with recession but density.
IMHO.

 

[hairhoper]

Looks terrible and really obvious to me :/

 

[Cassin]

Quote from Caassin "Hairpieces to hair transplants...people always go too far IMO. The best results I ever see are ones done in the NW3'ish area."

I agree you see a lot of guys trying to get back their 16 year old hairline when going for hair transplant.
I think it looks better when you have a Sting/Jude Law look with recession but density.
IMHO.

Unfortunately most young guys can't understand this as it's simply not relevant to them at their age. It is much easier to see this 30 +

 

[s.a.f]

2nd guys hairline is obviously fake way too low and straight looks like some kind of lego man style.

 

[slurms mackenzie]

It looks smart now but the down side is you'd have to shave your head every day otherwise you're going to get an illusion of hair at different lengths.

Also what happens when your hair at the sides goes white (it will), you'll be able to come up with some freaky looks.

 

[s.a.f]

And he'll have that when he's 80 yrs old!!!

 

[G35guy]

I feel that this can be a good option for some,If done with some restraint. The nw0 Is not the way to go,the nw2.5-3 would be much more realistic,like others have suggested.