Makeup has been used for decades by individuals to enhance facial features and cover up imperfections. However, in this fast-paced world, putting on makeup daily can be a hassle & time-consuming. That is one of the reasons more & more people now prefer investing in Permanent Makeup rather than investing in expensive products.
In the past few years, Permanent Makeup has recently taken the center stage, providing people with an advanced way to achieve the look of fuller brows, plumped-up lips, and eyeliner that never gets smudged or to minimize scars and makeup that simply stays on. Let’s read about this in detail:
Also referred to as “Micro Pigmentation” or “Cosmetic Tattooing,” Permanent Makeup is an advanced cosmetic procedure or technique that may leave a person with tinted lips, fuller brows, sharp eyeliners, and other procedures without requiring any makeup products that one would apply on a daily basis.
Here at Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgeons, we use permanent natural color pigments to apply to the dermal layer of the skin according to the patient's skin type & other medical conditions. Further enhancing the facial features and even covering blemishes on the face. Similar to a traditional tattoo procedure, the PMU Artist uses a hollow needle or a surgical pen to apply the pigments.
People use Micro Pigmentation to mimic eyeliner, get Permanent Eyebrows, or even uneven hairlines. Permanent Makeup gives an appearance of natural makeup instead of a line of tattooed ink along with your lids and mouth.
Whether you’re getting your eyebrows, eyeliner, or lips done, the Permanent Makeup procedure generally takes 1 to 2 hours.
● Before the Permanent Makeup treatment, the artist will perform a patch test to find out whether the skin causes any allergic reaction in response to the pigments they will use.
● The artist will apply a local anesthetic cream to numb the treated area.
● The artist will draw on the area using a surgical pen. The Permanent Makeup specialists use machines or manual tools specially designed for the procedure.
● The artist will then use an advanced hollow vibrating single-use needle to insert the pigments under the upper layer of the skin. The pigment usually contains iron oxide which is less prone to cause any allergic reactions.
● The procedure takes a couple of hours to complete.
● An individual generally needs two appointments with the PMU artist within 4 to 6 weeks and a follow-up after 1 to 3 years.
● After performing, it would take around three weeks to see the results.
After performing a Permanent Makeup procedure, the specialist will apply a barrier cream, and the person is advised to use it two times a day in case of skin dryness.
The treated area may feel itchy or quite dry for a few days. Moreover, the color may appear shiny and dark. The pigments take around four weeks to fade to their chose permanent shade.
Depending on the procedure, the surrounding area may be swollen or red immediately after treatment and for a few days.
There are chances of severe complications and side effects when performed by an unqualified or inexperienced healthcare practitioner. In addition, treatments with needles involved are prone to infection, especially if the used needles haven’t been adequately sterilized.
The Permanent Makeup Procedure is likely to cause allergic reactions or skin infections, but the risk is low and can be avoided by doing a patch test behind the ear to see if there’s a reaction. Additionally, adequately sterilized & single-use needles must be used to reduce the risk of infection.
Here at Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgeons, we make sure we take all the sterilization measures and any precautions required to maintain safety, and hygiene and to keep your wellbeing a priority.
Since Permanent Makeup is a cosmetic tattoo, some safety concerns need to be considered ahead of time to prevent issues or infections.
For example, the procedure should take place in a clean healthcare facility under the supervision of expert staff and preferably medical experts. Plus, it is vital to follow aftercare tips where wearing makeup during the healing stage is completed.
Permanent Makeup is a temporary solution that requires follow-up sessions lasting about 1 to 3 years, depending on the area covered and treatment selected.
Permanent Eyebrow Makeup lasts 1-2 years, depending on the pigments used & skin type. On the other hand, Permanent Eyeliner Makeup lasts up to 3 years, while Permanent Lip Makeup lasts 3 to 5 years. All these treatments are semi-permanent, i.e., the color will fade after some time.
Getting a Permanent Makeup Treatment is not painful. However, it can be uncomfortable, depending on the area of the procedure. Permanent Makeup Specialists usually use numbing solutions like anesthetic gel or spray before the procedure starts to reduce the pain. However, it may slightly uncomfortable if you decide to get permanent cosmetic tattooing for eyeliner.
The Permanent Makeup procedure is generally considered a safe treatment, but it is recommended for some people to avoid it; otherwise, it can lead to severe complications. Permanent Makeup treatments aren’t allowed for people younger than 18, pregnant, or breastfeeding women. In addition to this, who has any of these conditions from the following list:
Putting on makeup is a skill that requires time and effort and sometimes it is also frustrating to achieve the perfect look we are going for. We might find these factors regarding makeup application a little overwhelming due to our hectic schedules.
These semi-permanent treatments are easier to remove than traditional tattoos. There are a few removal options, such as Topical, Non-laser, and Laser solutions, the salt-saline technique, and dermabrasion. Book an appointment with Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgeons to remove your cosmetic tattoo.
The healing time depends on the type & intensity of treatment a patient has. It will take approximately one week or more depending on the service.
If you’re getting permanent cosmetic tattooing for lips, the external skin tends to recover within a week. However, the internal tissues take 6-8 weeks to heal completely. On the other hand, permanent eyeliner and eyebrow treatment takes about 3 to 5 days.
The healing time of Permanent makeup treatment will be between a week for simple procedures & several weeks for intensive procedures. Your Permanent Makeup Specialist will describe instructions regarding follow-up care.
During this time, it is recommended to avoid using strong soaps, chemicals, cosmetics, soaking in the bath, and attending intense social gatherings until it gets completely healed; otherwise, it may remove the pigment or increase the risk of infection.
Permanent Makeup or Micro Pigmentation, is also known as Cosmetic Tattooing. It is a procedure where the PMU Artist uses a hollow needle to insert pigment granules, i.e., iron oxide, beneath the upper layer of the skin.
It helps create the look of makeup, and apart from enhancing facial features, including red lips, perfectly shaped brows, and flattering eyeliners, it can also cover blemishes or scars on the face.
Permanent makeup is the best way to speed through hours of applying makeup for an outing or party. Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgeons is where you can get standardized & advanced Permanent Makeup Treatment under the supervision of qualified, experienced & dedicated cosmetic surgeons who are experts in performing safe cosmetic surgeries & procedures.
Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgeons provides effective & advanced cosmetic tattooing & permanent makeup treatment services under the guidance of an experienced surgeon Dr. Jain & his team. Start here by making an appointment with us. We guide you expertly.
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