Team Micro Artist
Foli Sim SMP – Melbourne
VerifiedScalp Micropigmentation Artist
Melbourne, New South Wales, Australia
Welcome to Foli Sim Melbourne: Over a Decade of SMP Excellence Since 2011, Foli Sim has strived to be Australia’s most trusted and experienced name in Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP). Our commitment in Melbourne is personal, focused on delivering…
The people behind the work
Meet the artists

Meet the artist
Kelly Dawes
Award-Nominated Master Artist
Kelly Dawes possesses an impressive and internationally recognised resume in the hair tattoo industry.
She completed her Master SMP course at the esteemed Brandwood Clinic in the UK and further refined her skills by training directly with Matt Iulo, Founder and CEO of Scalp Micro USA.
Combined with her stellar customer service, Kelly’s technical mastery has earned her industry-wide recognition. It is no surprise that she was nominated for Best International Artist at both the 2019 and 2020 Team Micro Meeting of the Minds SMP Conference in the UK.

Meet the artist
Dave Ticconi
Lead Artist
Dave Ticconi brings a robust combination of technical expertise and entrepreneurial drive to the Foli Sim team.
Dave successfully navigated the highly specialized SMP industry by establishing and overseeing his own enterprise in the Bayside suburbs of Melbourne. This experience gave him comprehensive knowledge, not only in performing flawless Scalp Micropigmentation procedures but also in maintaining the highest standards of client care and business integrity.
Now, Dave is eager to begin an exciting new chapter, bringing his proven talent and dedication exclusively to Foli Sim SMP. We are thrilled to welcome his established artistry and professional commitment as he joins our Melbourne studio, further strengthening our position as leaders in the industry.
About Foli Sim SMP – Melbourne
Welcome to Foli Sim Melbourne: Over a Decade of SMP Excellence
Since 2011, Foli Sim has strived to be Australia’s most trusted and experienced name in Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP). Our commitment in Melbourne is personal, focused on delivering life-changing, tailored solutions for hair loss, thinning, and scarring right here in Victoria.
Foli Sim specialises in SMP, ensuring you benefit from refined techniques perfected over thousands of successful procedures. We combine artistic precision with strict medical-grade expertise to deliver seamless and long-lasting results.
Our dedicated Melbourne team, featuring highly skilled artists Kelly and Dave, provide tailored solutions such as:
- Natural Density Enhancement: Creating the appearance of thicker, fuller hair for thinning clients.
- Realistic Hairline Design: Meticulously replicating natural hair follicles for shaven looks and designing hairlines perfectly suited to your facial structure.
- Scar Camouflage: Effectively and gently concealing scars from surgical procedures like FUE or FUT.
When you step into our Melbourne clinic, you gain a partner dedicated to your confidence. Choose Foli Sim SMP for the peace of mind that comes from selecting a clinic with over a decade of dedicated SMP experience. We invite you to meet Kelly and Dave and discover how our specialized approach can help you achieve the look you desire.
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