An independent husband-and-wife studio in Kings Heath, specialising in natural-looking Scalp Micropigmentation. No salespeople, no corporate fluff — just honest advice, real experience and 500+ healed transformations since 2019.
When you book a treatment at ScalpMates, you aren’t passed on to a junior technician or an anonymous corporate chain. You deal directly with us — Laur and Greta — from your first hairline mockup right through to your final touch-up.
Specialist: Shaved Look Hairline Restoration & Male Density
My background in Fine Art and Design gave me a real passion for natural symmetry, shadow depth and line work. During my degree, I realised how powerful practical art could be when used to solve real-life problems.
Since starting ScalpMates in 2019, I’ve focused on using organic carbon micro-pigments to rebuild shaved hairlines and add density to thinning crowns. I always aim for a soft, age-appropriate result — something that makes you look like you’ve got your hairline back, rather than making it obvious you’ve had a treatment.
Specialist: Female Hair Loss, Long Hair Density & Scar Repair
Growing up learning inside my mother’s beauty salon from 2008 taught me just how personal hair loss can be — especially for women. Diffuse thinning around the parting or crown can have a big effect on how you feel about your appearance.
I specialise in non-surgical density shading for long hair, as well as camouflaging FUE/FUT hair transplant scars. I want every client to feel comfortable and welcome, with a private environment where you can talk openly about your hair loss and what you’d like to achieve, without any pressure.
We’d rather show you what we actually do than fill the page with corporate buzzwords. Here’s what you can expect when you come to us:
Forgotten what you looked like with a hairline? Send us a few photos of your head on WhatsApp and Laur will create a realistic digital preview of how SMP could look on you. Try it before you buy it — no pressure, no commitment.
A full top-of-head (Norwood 7) can cost up to £1,000 per session elsewhere — around £3,000 in total. As an independent studio, we keep our overheads low, so the same treatment with us is £400 per session (£1,200 for 3 sessions). No sales pressure. No hidden fees.
Great results make us proud, but they also make us want to keep improving. We take our time and carefully place each micro-dot to create the right density, depth and overall look. It’s a fiddly job, but that’s kind of the point.
All full multi-session treatments include our written 12-month fading guarantee. If your scalp experiences unusual fading within the first year, we’ll bring you back in for a free touch-up.
ScalpMates - Scalp Micropigmentation in Birmingham UK9 Aldbury Rd, Birmingham
SMP is an incredible solution, but it isn’t right for everyone. If your pattern of hair loss, scalp condition or remaining hair length means we don’t think SMP will give you a seamless, natural-looking result, we’ll tell you during your free consultation.
We’re proud of being honest with people. We’d rather turn away a booking than carry out a treatment we’re not confident will give you a result you’re happy with.
Send Photo for Honest OpinionOur purpose-built private studio is at our home in Kings Heath, Birmingham (B14 4NH). We don’t have expensive high-street rent or a big corporate setup, which is one of the main reasons we’re able to keep our treatment prices fair while still putting a lot of time and care into every result.
Everything you need to know about our studio, treatment process, booking and aftercare:
Scalp Micropigmentation is a cosmetic tattoo technique that gives the appearance of density to people experiencing hair loss. Unlike a traditional body tattoo, we use specialised micro-needles and custom organic pigments placed shallowly into the dermal layer to replicate the appearance of short hair follicles.
Yes, Scalp Micropigmentation can be blended with any hair colour. Ultimately, hair roots beneath the skin appear as a shade of grey, which is what we match. With lighter hair, we start with a lighter pigment dilution and build the layers gradually.
Yes. The micro-dots mimic shaved hair stubble, allowing us to reconstruct receded hairlines, fill in bald crowns or cover the entire top of the head for a natural shaved appearance.
Yes, provided your hairline is stable and you don’t have completely smooth bald patches. For diffuse thinning, density micropigmentation darkens the underlying scalp skin to reduce glare and create the appearance of thicker hair.
Yes. The Fatwa Committee UK has officially ruled that Scalp Micropigmentation is permitted in Islam because it is classified as a medical treatment for hair loss rather than a permanent vanity tattoo.
A full treatment (hairline into crown) typically requires 3 layered sessions spaced at least 2 weeks apart. Sessions take between 1 and 4 hours depending on the coverage area.
Most clients rate the discomfort around 3 or 4 out of 10 — far less than a traditional tattoo because the needles penetrate only around 1mm deep. We take regular breaks, and yes, you can relax or watch Netflix during the treatment.
We specialise in soft, feathered, natural-looking hairlines. We custom-map every hairline to suit your age and facial structure, rather than simply drawing the same hairline on everyone. The aim is for it to look like your hair — not like a tattoo.
No downtime is needed. Mild scalp redness usually settles within 24 to 48 hours, allowing you to return to work immediately if you’re comfortable doing so.
Because we build density conservatively across 3 sessions, adjustments to the hairline shape or shade can easily be made between sessions. If ever needed, SMP can also be removed with laser treatment due to the pigment’s shallow placement.
Yes. We use 100% vegan, organic carbon pigments and sterile single-use needles in a sanitised environment. As with any cosmetic procedure, following the aftercare instructions carefully is important.
We keep our pricing straightforward and affordable, with a flexible pay-per-session system. As an example, heavily receded hairlines could cost £200 per session, whole top-of-head coverage up to £400 per session, and full-head coverage up to £450 per session. 3 sessions normally give you the best result, but you can stop at any time if satisfied with the result thus far.
Yes. Consultations are 100% free and there’s no pressure to book. You can visit our Birmingham SMP studio or send us photos via WhatsApp for a digital mockup before deciding.
We offer flexible evening and weekend appointment slots to accommodate busy work and family schedules.
Mild redness for 24–48 hours is normal as healing begins. Your scalp may feel slightly dry or itchy as the skin exfoliates, but severe soreness or bleeding is not expected.
Keep your scalp dry for 3 days. On Day 4, you can gently rinse with water or shave using an electric foil shaver. Gentle shampooing can resume after 7 days.
Avoid heavy exercise, saunas and intense sun exposure for 10 to 14 days following each session to help protect the pigment while it settles into the skin.
Results last around 2 to 4 years before you may want a light touch-up session (£150–£300) to maintain colour intensity as you naturally age.
Contact Laur or Greta today for a free, confidential chat and digital mockup. No pressure, just an honest conversation about whether SMP is right for you.
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