| Micro-Pigmentation, also known as permanent
makeup, is a procedure applying pigment into the dermal
layer of skin. This state of the art procedure has been
performed for a variety of makeup enhancements for hundreds
of years. Cosmetic tattooing can offer subtle enhancements
to lip liner & lip color, upper and lower eyeliners and
eyebrows. In more recent years, permanent color techniques
are being widely performed for camouflage therapy such as
creating pigmentation for areola and nipple restoration,
vitiligo, hypopigmentation and hairline scars.
Aside from the obvious esthetic enhancements and
definition, cosmetic tattooing has many other benefits. The
visually impaired, handicapped and those who have alopecia
benefit tremendously from this service.
What you need to know How is it performed?
Sterilized, disposable needles are used to implant desired
color into the dermis layer of the skin. Is it painful?
Highly effective topical anesthetics are applied to numb the
area and provide comfort to ensure a perfect procedure.
Depending on which anesthetics are used, generally there is
minimal discomfort. What is involved in the healing and
post-care? There is some redness and slight swelling
immediately following the procedure. This disappears quickly
after a day or so. Applying ice is helpful in keeping the
area moist with healing agents. Will I need more than
one appointment? A touch up appointment is sometimes
needed 3 to 8 weeks after the initial appointment. This
second appointment will perfect and detail the final look.
As the years pass (5 - 10 years), re-enhancement or
maintenance may be desired for some people. What is the
pigment composed of? Pigments are made of mineral and
iron oxide base colorants. These colorants have been used in
the cosmetic industry for years and are found in candy,
confectionary and pills. Who performs these procedures?
A trained and qualified micro-pigmentation technician will
consult and review your procedure with you and will advise
your best choice of colors and shape. |
