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The Scalp Shop · New York City
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Founder, Lead SMP Artist, Master Educator at The Scalp Shop · New York City

New York, NY Rated 5.0 out of 5 (97 on Google Maps) (opens in a new tab)
  • Scalp micropigmentation
  • Business strategy counsel
  • Counsel on relationships, identity and healthy habits

About

Giovanni James started The Scalp Shop, where he serves as Lead SMP Artist and Master Educator. He conceptualized scalp micropigmentation in the 1990s and was the first to both conceptualize and perform SMP in the United States. The New York Times called him an innovator. Press coverage includes a feature on the cover of the Style section of The New York Times and an appearance in Rolling Stone. He has run his own business since age 21 and is certified in Management By Statistics. Beyond SMP sessions, he also advises clients on business strategy, relationship issues, identity and healthy habits.

Approach
Counsel can be booked as an add-on to an SMP session or on its own.
Training
  • Certified in Management By Statistics

Services

  • Counsel add-on to SMP treatment

    $150
  • Counsel outside SMP treatment

    $200
  • First 1 hr counsel session

    Price at booking

Specials & promotions

  • Free Back 2 The Future SMP simulation consultation

    Provided your first treatment session is scheduled within 3 weeks of your B2TF consult.

    On their website as of Oct 29, 2026 · Where we saw it

  • First 1 hour counsel session complimentary

    On their website as of Oct 29, 2026 · Where we saw it

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Hours

Monday–Friday
10 AM–10 PM
Saturday–Sunday
Closed

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