Foli Sim scalp micropigmentation

Free SMP Simulation & Mockup Service

A free SMP simulation lets you see the outcome before you commit. Send clear photos of your scalp and our artists build a digital mockup using real design principles (natural hairline placement, density and shading), not a generic stock example. Review the hairline height and shape, ask for adjustments, and only then decide about treatment.

A Foli Sim artist showing a client a digital SMP simulation on a tablet

Kate DawesReviewed by Kate Dawes, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Foli Sim; Trichologist (IAT), 30+ years in hair loss · Last reviewed September 2026

What Is an SMP Mockup?

An SMP mockup is a digitally created preview that shows how scalp micropigmentation could look on you before treatment begins. Using your own photos, we design a realistic representation of your future hairline, carefully considering your facial structure, proportions, and personal preferences.

Each mockup is developed using real SMP design principles, including natural hairline placement, density, and shading, to ensure the result reflects what can realistically be achieved. Rather than guessing or relying on generic examples, you get a tailored visual based on your unique features.

This gives you a clear and accurate reference, helping you understand the potential outcome, refine your preferences, and move forward with confidence.

How It Works

Getting your SMP mockup is simple and straightforward. You submit clear photos along with your preferences, such as your desired hairline shape or density. Our team then creates a tailored mockup based on realistic SMP results.

Once complete, you’ll receive your personalised preview, allowing you to review the look and decide on your next steps with clarity.

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A Foli Sim digital SMP mockup in progress

What does a free SMP simulation show, and what does it leave out?

A free SMP simulation answers the question a gallery cannot: what would this look like on my head? Built on your own photograph, it shows your face, skin and pattern of loss with a hairline and density drawn in, and settles three things before anyone picks up a needle.

  • The line. Where the hairline sits, how it turns at the temples and how soft the edge reads.
  • The coverage. A full shaved look, or density worked between the hair you still have.
  • The shade. How the pigment tone sits against your skin in natural light.

What it cannot show is texture. Finished SMP is thousands of tiny pigment points that read as follicles from arm's length, and a flat image at one angle will not capture that, nor how the work looks in changing light or at a different clipper length. For those, spend time in the before and after gallery.

The reception and treatment area of a health department-certified Foli Sim SMP studio

How is an SMP mockup produced from your photos?

A free SMP simulation starts with one of our artists working on the photographs you send. They read what your hair is already telling them: where the original hairline sat, how far the temples have moved, whether the crown has opened up and how the rest is cut. The hairline is then drawn as one a man of your age and face shape could plausibly have grown, because it has to look right for years, not just on the day.

Density and shade come next, matched to the skin tone and hair colour in your images, which is the practical reason clear daylight photos make a stronger SMP mockup than dim or filtered ones. The finished design comes back as a still image of your own head, ready to react to.

A Foli Sim artist applying scalp micropigmentation to a client

How does the simulation feed into your free consultation?

The simulation is where the conversation starts, not where it ends. Bring it to your free consultation, in person at Fremantle, Double Bay or North Melbourne or by video or phone, and your artist checks the design against the real thing: skin tone, how much hair remains, how you wear it and whether any scarring calls for a slower approach.

With the design agreed, the consultation moves on to the plan: the sessions your coverage is likely to need, how they are spaced, and what drives the cost of scalp micropigmentation. On the day, the line you approved on screen is confirmed with you again before any pigment is placed. To see results before treatment, send your photos via the contact page and ask for a free SMP simulation.

The Foli Sim team of scalp micropigmentation artists

SMP mockups: frequently asked questions

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What our clients say

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I had my original scalp micropigmentation done by Kelly at the North Melbourne clinic back in 2022, and I’ve been so happy with the results. It made my hair look noticeably thicker right away, and over the years, I’ve had so many people comment on how great and natural it looks. I’m back with Kelly for a touch-up now, and the service and attention to detail are just as top-tier as the first time. Highly recommend Kelly and the Foli Sim team if you're thinking about getting SMP done.
VVlad GMelbourne · a month ago
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I want to give huge recognition to Shannon for the amazing work and care put in throughout my sessions. Shannon is a true artist with an incredible eye for detail. His professionalism, precision, and reassuring manner made the entire experience comfortable and stress-free. I would highly recommend Shannon and the team at Foli Sim if you are considering SMP.
RRohanPerth · 2 months ago
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Had an amazing experience with Nat at the Sydney studio. She made me feel completely comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. Nat is an absolute perfectionist, and the results speak for themselves: everything looks incredibly natural and perfectly tailored to me. Exceptional service from start to finish. For anyone looking for top-tier results, Foli Sim and Nat are the ultimate choice.
SSunny StylzSydney · 2 months ago
★★★★★
Thanks Kelly for a good job done on my SMP. Absolutely recommend Foli Sim. It is a professional service. Kelly is great artist & a nice human being. I wish her all the best for a good life & fulfilling career.
RRahul SarupMelbourne · 2 months ago
★★★★★
I cannot rate foli sim high enough, Tara did my hair and she absolutely smashed it, not only did we have good banter and laughs while the sessions were going my results speak for themselves! This has changed my life, my confidence!! I’m embarrassed by the before photos, but I can’t not post this to show some female results for Tara ♥️
Kkara hagenPerth · 2 months ago
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I underwent a hair transplant that resulted in visible scars on my scalp, and over time, the transplanted hair began to fall out. Subsequently, I chose to shave my head, but the scars from the transplant were prominent, which diminished my confidence. After careful consideration, I contacted Folisim to explore their solutions for my baldness and scarring. Tara and Micheal was my point of contact and thoroughly explained the procedure, including how the scars would be concealed and the results I could expect. She was very patient and supportive throughout the process. As I traveled from a regional town to undergo my SMP treatment, Tara and Michael, were exceptionally accommodating. After the first session, I noticed a significant boost in my confidence as the visible scars on my scalp were effectively masked, giving the appearance of a freshly shaved head with a full head of hair. By the third session, I was amazed to see my original hairline restored so naturally that my colleagues began asking why I was shaving my hair when it appeared so thick and dense. This outcome reflects the high quality of the work Tara provided, which significantly increased my confidence. Had I been aware of Folisim and the SMP procedure earlier, I would have opted against a hair transplant. Overall, I highly recommend Folisim to anyone considering SMP without hesitation.
RRobin JosephPerth · 3 months ago