How To Remove PMU Permanent Lip Tattoo – London
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Removing permanent lip tattoos is one of the most delicate procedures that we offer. Often, we will turn people away that have work which is easy to hide or done well, even if, it’s not to the complete taste of the client.
Understanding Lip Permanent Makeup:
It’s essential to understand the nature of lip permanent makeup is a tattoo. It may be called different more palatable names such as lip micropigmentation, lip microblading, permanent lip blush and many more. Lip permanent makeup involves the implantation of pigment into the skin to enhance lip colour, shape, and definition. It is therefore, a tattoo.
Reasons People Seek Removal:
- The lip tattoo is too bright or not in a desired colour. If this is you, we ask you to wait for 6 weeks. It takes that long for lip tattooing to heal and the correct colour to come through.
- The colour not ageing well: Remember that this a tattoo. Often, permanent makeup artist will promise that the work will fade in 2 to 3 years. However, this rarely happens for lips. This is why you should always go with a colour that is natural and that you will be happy long term. It’s important to understand that lip colours are often on a base of titanium dioxide which is white. This white will often stay because the molecules are very large and once it’s in the skin, they wont shift on it’s own.
- The tattoo was done outside of the lip border: This was a trend about a decade ago. The plan was to give a more youthful look to ageing lips. What has happened is that the area outside of the lip border is a very different texture to the lip, therefore it ages terribly. It often looks like smudged lipstick. Which, as we age, gives a look of not knowing how to do our makeup. Lorena tried to turn this tide during her lectures because it was clear that technicians were simply disfiguring people. If you want bigger fuller lips, there is nothing wrong with using a delicately and naturally done lip filler to achieve this.
- Bad work: This is quite rare thankfully but some work does need to be removed with an emergency removal withing 48 hours.
Consultation with a Professional:
The first step in safely removing lip permanent makeup is your consultation. You can book a free video consultation HERE. They will assess your individual case, discuss your goals and concerns, and recommend the most suitable removal method based on factors such as the type of pigment used, the depth of implantation, and your skin’s sensitivity.
Methods of Lip Permanent Makeup Removal:
- Laser Tattoo Removal:
Laser tattoo removal is a popular method for removing permanent makeup, including lip pigmentation. It involves using targeted laser energy to break down the pigment particles in the skin, gradually fading the color over multiple sessions. The problem with laser is that if the pigment has Titanium Dioxide, and most do, it will turn dark under the laser. For this reason we usually use non laser treatments 3 to 4 times to get most of the molecules out before we treat you with laser. Laser is necessary in most cases in order to get the remaining molecules. - Saline Solution / Non Laser Tattoo Removal:
Saline solution tattoo removal and non laser methods, involves injecting a solution into the skin to lift pigment particles to the surface. Non laser methods are far more aggressive than Laser and require a lot of care after the treatment. - Topical Creams and Solutions:
Certain topical creams and solutions, such as those containing alpha hydroxy acids or retinoids, may help fade lip permanent makeup gradually. We also recommend exfoliating at home with fine sea salt to expedite the fading of the tattoo.
Aftercare and Recovery:
Non laser methods have a more complicated aftercare than laser and the healing is far slower.
- Non Laser Permanent Makeup Removal: You will need to keep the area completely dry for 10 days. The area will scab and when the scabs fall off, it will take some of the ink with it. There will be a further healing time of up to 6 weeks before you can see full results.
- Laser Permanent Makeup Removal: Laser can take anywhere from 3 days to 10 to fully heal. You can get the area wet after the first 24 hours. You will need to apply the aftercare ointment that you will be provided twice per day.
Why Choose us?:
When seeking lip permanent makeup removal, it’s essential to choose a qualified and experienced professional who specialises in cosmetic tattoo removal. We have 20 years experience with Lorena speaking and teaching all over the world. We have an extensive portfolio of successful outcomes that we can show you. We will be able to give you a realistic idea of what outcomes you can expect and how many treatments.
Removing lip permanent makeup is a carefully considered decision that requires professional guidance and expertise. We offer free video consultations to give you guidance so that you can make the best possible decision to achieve safe and effective results. Remember to prioritise aftercare and follow-up appointments to ensure a smooth transition and optimal outcome.
You can contact us on 0800 0029696