While semi-permanent makeup can create some fantastic results, sometimes people are left unhappy with the results of the treatment. At emBeauty we offer highly experienced permanent makeup removal treatments that can remove any pigmentation from your eyebrows, lips or eyelashes.
We offer two types of permanent makeup removal treatments, laser treatment and chemical removal.
Laser Treatment
Laser removal treatment is an effective method of removing tattoo makeup. Our expert technicians use a Q-switched laser, which produces short, powerful pulses of light. These bursts are absorbed only by the tattoo ink, meaning it is extremely safe for hair and skin. The ink particles are then broken down into smaller pieces where your body will remove them naturally via the lymphatic system.
Under normal conditions, the process of the tattoo ink breaking down will begin two weeks after the laser treatment. The ink will continue to evacuate for approximately 4-6 weeks. For this reason, treatments are scheduled no closer than 4 -6 weeks apart.
How is the treatment carried out
- Protective eye shields are provided and the skin will be cleaned.
- The laser applicator is then passed over the tattoo releasing quick pulses of light, an audible clicking noise is often heard as the ink particles break down.
- Immediately following the treatment an ice pack will be applied to soothe the treated area.
- The area will be tender and swollen a bit for a few hours.
- You can apply makeup on the treated area on next day.
- The treated location will need to be covered with sunblock when out in the sun during the healing process.
- Initially, the tattoo is unlikely to look any different but it will fade over the following 4-8 weeks as the body disperses it.
How many treatments will be required
Every case of permanent makeup removal is different, meaning the number of treatments will vary. There are a variety of factors that will affect the number of treatments including:
- What kind of pigments/ink has someone used
- How long ago was the tattoo done
- How deep in the skin someone worked
- How your own lymphatic system will cope with removing particles
Generally, we expect most clients to have 2-6 treatments.
Aftercare
- You will need to drink a lot of water to help your body with removing the ink.
- After the treatment the skin may be red and swollen, which is extremely normal after a procedure. Makeup can be done the next day as the skin is not broken.
- Full aftercare instructions will be included in your consultation.
Chemical Removal
We recommend this removal method when pigments such as white and green have been used in the tattoo. This is because the laser cannot see certain pigments so a chemical solution must be used.
At emBeauty, we use phiRemoval products which contain glycolic acid – an ingredient used in many skin care products for healthy skin. The products are applied to the skin where the extraction starts working straight away.
It works by drawing out the tattoo ink, moving it upwardly through the skin.
Permanent Makeup Removal Contraindications
We cannot treat you if:
- You are under 18
- You have diabetes
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have glaucoma or taking blood-thinning medicines (e.g., aspirin, warfarin)
- You have skin diseases such as psoriasis or eczema
- You have transmittable blood conditions like HIV or Hepatitis
- You have a haemophilia
- You have healing disorders or uncontrolled high blood pressure
- You are on any skin medication such as Accutane or steroids
- You have active skin cancer
- You undergoing radiotherapy or chemotherapy (consult your doctor)
- You have epilepsy
- You have a pacemaker or major heart problems
- You had Botox in the past month
Initial Consultation
Your first consultation is free, but you will then be required to pay a £50 deposit to book and secure your procedure which can be paid online. Once the £50 deposit is paid please contact the salon with your reference number to book an appointment. This amount is then deducted from the final price.
The deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.
You will be asked to fill in consent/medical forms before your initial consultation. Consent/medical forms can be emailed to you to complete and can be returned to us when you visit the salon.
Also, let us know if you have or have had any allergic reactions to topical anaesthetic.
A patch test must be applied minimum 24hrs before your treatment.
We can post this to you if you wish.
Please contact us for more information.
Advice for Before Permanent Makeup Removal
Before The Procedure...
- Do not tan or have a sunburned face
- Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E or Ibuprofen 24 hours before
- Do not drink alcohol or caffeine on the day of the procedure
- No waxing or tinting 3 days before the procedure
- No IPL laser hair removal should be performed during the 2 weeks prior to your procedure