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Coming to Geneva from German-speaking Switzerland for scalp micropigmentation

Do you live in Zurich, Basel, Bern, Lucerne or St. Gallen and are you considering scalp micropigmentation? Geneva can feel far away, especially when the subject is already a personal one. The good news is that the trip is fairly simple to prepare, as long as you think ahead about a few things: language, your quote, the date and the days that follow.

This guide is for you if you live in German-speaking Switzerland and want to organise your visit with peace of mind. If you are still comparing several studios, start with our article on choosing a studio in Switzerland.

A reminder about scalp micropigmentation

Scalp micropigmentation, also known as tricopigmentation or SMP, places pigments in the epidermis of the scalp to recreate the look of hair follicles. In German-speaking Switzerland, you will usually find it under the name Haarpigmentierung. No surgery is involved, and it is suitable for both men and women.

It does not make hair grow back: its effect is purely visual. OneScalp does not perform hair transplants. If you have medical questions about your hair loss, a doctor remains the right person to see.

Why a single day changes the planning

The full treatment is completed in one day. When you are coming from another canton, that is a real advantage: your visit is built around a single date rather than several appointments to fit into your diary. Our page on the one-day treatment explains how it works.

Our Geneva studio is at 8 rue Émile-Yung, close to the train station and the airport. You can therefore choose whichever means of transport suits you best, depending on where you are travelling from and what you prefer.

Start everything remotely, in writing

Request your quote without travelling

You do not need to make the journey to find out the price. Our prices are given by quote: send us a photo with your surname, your first name and your phone number. Choose a sharp, well-lit photo in which the area concerned is clearly visible.

Write to us in German

If you are a German speaker, write to us on WhatsApp or by email at info@onescalp.ch. We communicate in writing with our German-speaking clients. That gives you time to phrase your questions, and you keep a record of our answers. If language is a concern for the day of your appointment, let us know before booking so that we can discuss it together.

Tell us what you are looking for

A few words are enough: what bothers you today, the look you have in mind and when you might be able to come. A shaved effect, a density effect and a new hairline do not meet the same need. To get an idea, have a look at our before and after results, bearing in mind that everyone is different and that no result can be promised in advance.

Choosing the right date

Keep the whole day free

Try not to plan anything else on the day of the treatment. Depending on the distance and the time of your appointment, you may prefer to arrive in Geneva the evening before or to travel home the next day. That is a personal choice: what matters is not feeling rushed by a return time.

Take sport and swimming into account

If you are into sport, check your diary before setting the date: no training or sweating for 4 days, light training from day 5, then normal exercise 10 days after. You should also avoid swimming for at least 30 days. If you have a beach holiday, a competition or regular trips to the lake or the pool planned, it is best to take them into account now.

Allow for a possible touch-up

A touch-up is possible about a month later, if needed. It is not automatic, but it is more comfortable to know from the start that a second trip to Geneva could be useful.

On the day of your appointment

Our consultation is free. The hairline and shade are adapted to your face, your skin tone and your hair, and nothing is decided for you. Aftercare advice is given before the treatment: take the time to read it and to ask your questions before heading home.

You should also know that the hairline and temples are generally more sensitive than the crown. Knowing this in advance helps you approach the day more calmly.

Once you are back home

When you get home, follow the advice you received and respect the periods given for sport and swimming. Keep our contact details close at hand: a question may come up in the days that follow, and it is easier to send it to us in writing than to remain unsure.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a quote without coming to Geneva?

Yes. Send us a photo with your surname, your first name and your phone number to receive your quote.

Do I need to stay in Geneva for several days?

No. The full treatment is completed in one day. A touch-up is possible about a month later, if needed.

Can I contact you in German?

Yes. Write to us on WhatsApp or by email at info@onescalp.ch: we communicate in writing with our German-speaking clients.