Semi-permanent makeup is a popular procedure for both women and men. While it can achieve natural effects like real eyebrows with eyebrow or eyeliner tattoos, many people wish to remove them due to incorrect procedures or discoloration, such as the color turning reddish over time. Today, we will learn more about semi-permanent tattoo removal.
What is the difference between semi-permanent tattoos and permanent tattoos?
Generally, semi-permanent makeup can be considered to fall under the category of permanent tattoos. However, the difference is that less pigment is injected into shallower layers of the skin compared to permanent tattoos. Due to this characteristic, the pigment tends to fade a bit faster during removal than with typical permanent tattoos.
Why should semi-permanent tattoos be removed?
After a semi-permanent tattoo procedure, removal may be considered if the following problems occur:
- Pain: You may feel pain in the treated area.
- Discoloration: It is common for the pigment to turn reddish over time.
- Infection and Scars: Rarely, secondary bacterial infection can occur, leading to severe inflammation or even hypertrophic scars.
If pain persists in the semi-permanent tattoo area, or if problems such as inflammation or scarring occur, it is important to consult a dermatologist and receive appropriate treatment.
How is semi-permanent tattoo removal performed?
Both semi-permanent and permanent tattoos can be removed using lasers. In the past, removal methods using solutions existed, but these often left significant secondary scars, becoming a social issue. Recently, advancements in laser technology have made it possible to effectively remove tattoos while minimizing side effects.
How long does semi-permanent tattoo removal take?
Of course. Semi-permanent makeup removal does not disappear completely with a single treatment; instead, the pigment is gradually removed through repeated treatments.
- General Tattoos: It is known to require 5 to 10 or more treatments.
- Semi-permanent Makeup: Since a smaller amount of pigment is used, improvement may be possible with around 5 treatments.
- Precautions:
- Some semi-permanent tattoos may mix various colored dyes to achieve a darker color. In such cases, the number of treatments may be much longer than for general tattoos.
- Treatment cycles are generally performed at one to two-month intervals.
- Using recently developed picosecond lasers can shorten the treatment period to a monthly cycle.
Important Aftercare Methods for Tattoo Removal
After laser tattoo removal, microscopic wounds may remain on the skin. To ensure effective recovery and prevent side effects, please follow these guidelines:
- Wound Care:
- Keep the treated area moist and prevent it from drying out so that the wound can heal well.
- Preventing Secondary Infection:
- It is recommended to apply the prescribed antibiotic ointment to prevent scars or inflammation caused by bacterial infection.
- Contact Clinic for Persistent Symptoms:
- If inflammation or pain persists in the treated area after removal, you must contact the clinic where you received the procedure to receive appropriate treatment.