Balding: shaved effect or density effect, how to choose?

When facing baldness, the real question is not only whether to act, but what result you want to see in the mirror again. In scalp micropigmentation, two approaches come up most often: the shaved effect and the density effect. They do not answer the same situation.

The shaved effect: embracing a clean look

The shaved effect gives the look of a closely shaved scalp. The pigment dots reproduce very short regrowth across the head, with a hairline suited to your face. This approach means accepting to keep your hair very short, as that is what makes the look consistent.

Who is it for?

It is most often for people with advanced hair loss, or those who prefer to turn the page and adopt a clean style.

The density effect: keeping your hair

The density effect places pigment between your existing hairs. The contrast with the scalp decreases, and thinning areas show less. You keep your hair, and it looks fuller.

Who is it for?

It suits men and women who still have hair but whose scalp is becoming visible. A useful read if this applies to you: our article on micropigmentation and female alopecia.

How to choose?

Look at where your hair loss stands

The more hair remains in the areas concerned, the more sense a density effect can make. When hair loss is advanced, the shaved effect is often more consistent.

Think about your daily life

Do you enjoy styling your hair, or are you comfortable with a very short cut? The right choice is also the one you will feel good about every morning.

Think ahead

Your hair loss may change over time. Discuss this during the consultation, so that the plan stays consistent in the long run.

Look at real results

Compare our clients’ before and after photos to picture yourself.

What about the hairline?

In both cases, the hairline matters a great deal. It can be sharp or softer, and is designed with you to suit your features. It is often what changes the look of the face the most.

How we help you decide

During the free consultation, we look at your situation and tell you what seems most suitable to us, with no commitment. The full treatment is then done in a single day, in Geneva or right next to Paris.

Frequently asked questions

Can I start with density and move to a shaved effect later?

This is a question to raise during the consultation, as it depends on your hair loss and how you see things evolving.

Does the shaved effect suit everyone?

No. It depends on your situation, your face and what you want. We discuss it with you before any decision.

Do I have to shave for a density effect?

No, not for a density effect: the pigment is placed between your hairs.