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Semi-Permanent Brow Removal

Semi-Permanent Brow Removal

Eyebrow tattoos are commonly seen on people who desire thick, full eyebrows yet do not want to fill them in with makeup every day. However, styles change, and these tattoos can also change in colour over time, which are among the reasons why we see clients who want to get eyebrow tattoo removal. Like conventional tattoos, cosmetic tattoos called Semi permanent makeups (SPMUs) are growing more and more popular.

The main difference between cosmetic tattooing and body tattooing is the technique used and the ink compounds. SPMU is described as ‘micro-pigmentation’ and involves using a fine needle to place ‘pigmented granules’ beneath the upper layers of the skin. There are hundreds of shades of pigment available to match the skin as closely as possible. Body tattooing ink lacks natural pigmentation tones of the skin, and is placed deeper into the dermis

laser tattoo removal, like the name suggests, uses a high-powered laser to penetrate the skin. This laser causes the pigment particles to vibrate, eventually causing the particles to break into smaller pieces, which disappear in time. Laser tattoo removal can last anywhere from five to 15 minutes per session, with gradual results.

 

Prices 

£40 a session

FAQs

There is less than 5% chance that the laser will damage or kill your eyebrow hair. Your eyebrow hair is likely to turn white following the treatment because the laser removes the pigment. Whitening is perfectly natural and is not permanent. If your eyebrow hair wasn’t growing before the laser treatment, no hair will grow after the treatment.

No, we no longer shave the area. We work around your natural brows as best as we can, however, they may turn lighter when the laser hits them. This is temporary and can easily be covered with a brow tint or brow mascara.

When you follow the aftercare instructions, there is a less than 5% chance that you will have any scarring. Laser does not scar when used correctly. The area will only scar if caught, picked, scratch or aggravated in any way. Any skin responses are to be left alone and you should follow the aftercare advice sheet you will be provided with at your first appointment.

Most of the fading happens over the next 6 weeks following the treatment. If you are healthy and have a good immune system, you may get a more rapid fading

This depends on your ‘tattoo’ and your skin type. Normally, it’s 2-5 sessions for microblading technique, while the old ‘tattoo’ technique is normally 4-8 sessions spaced out every 8 weeks.

It’s best to wait 8-12 weeks before starting any laser treatments after getting a new tattoo of any kind. For the procedure to be effective, a tattoo needs to settle into the dermis so that the colours of the ink can show through the tones of the epidermis and the dermis.

Removing select sections of an eyebrow tattoo, or any other type of cosmetic tattoo, is possible. The laser used is a precise tool capable of meeting your individual tattoo removal specifications.

You can expect some pinpoint bleeding and mild to moderate swelling directly after your first treatment. The swelling will subside within 24 hours, and in the skin should be back to normal within 2 weeks. However, the wait time between treatment sessions is between 6 and 8 weeks to ensure there is no permanent damage to the skin.

Pre & After Care
Pre A patch test is required.
  • You cannot be tanned at the session and tanning between sessions increase the risk of hypo/hyperpigmentation
  • If you tan between sessions, you will require another patch test on the tattoo
  • No fake tan on the area being treated prior to the treatment
  • No oil, moisturizer, perfume etc should be used the day of the treatment, the skin must be clear of products
  • Refrain from alcohol for 3 to 7 days (this may dilate the blood vessels in the treatment area?
  • It is best to avoid smoking for a period of several weeks beforehand after procedure as smoking constricts the capillaries and taxes the immune system, thereby slowing healing results.

Aftercare

  • Cold compress (no ice) and aloe vera may be useful to reduce swelling and erythema(redness) or general discomfort.
  • Erythema may last several hours.
  • a sterile non-stick dressing such as boots melolin may have been used on the treatment area to allow you to get home without clothing or belts etc rubbing the area, it is advisable to remove this as soon as your get home to allow the laseeed area to dry and heal naturally.
  • Do not soak the area for first 24 to 48 hours, no hot tubs whirlpools, or baths but showers are ok with tepid water.
  • the skin will be fragile for 2 to 3 days, use gentle cleaning – do not rub the area. Aloe vera applied can help air recovery.
  • Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds, and fake tan creams during the entire course of treatments. Use SPF 30 or above on the treatment area if you go into the sun.
  • Avoid excessive sweating for 24 to 48 hours no saunas or working out.
  • Keep areas well moisturised and allow any blisters to flake and fall off on their own, do not pick the blisters this is the most common cause of infections and scarring.
  • Avoid irritants such as retin A, retinol , renova, glycolics, bleaching creams and exfoliants for at least 2 weeks.
  • Refrain from alcohol for 3 to 7 days (may dilate blood vessels in the treatment area)
  • Keep well hydrated
  • It is best to avoid smoking for a period of several weeks beforehand after procedure as smoking constricts the capillaries and taxes the immune system, thereby slowing healing results.
  • Avoid photosensitivity inducing foods (celery leeks etc)
  • On occasion clients may experience honey coloured fluid (pus) oozing from the blistered skin, if it does occur the client should seek immediate medical attention from there GP who will probably prescribe antibiotic cream.
Who is not suitable for this treatment?
Every client will have a full consultation before we carry our any session this will determine your full medical history, some of the below conditions are an example of who will be excluded for tattoo removal
  • Anyone with a tan or darker skin types such as skin type v or vi
  • Anyone allergic to their patch test or previous tattoo removal reaction
  • Pregnant or breast feeding
  • Conditions effecting your immune system such as lupus, severe rheumatoid arthritis or any other disease effecting your immune function e.g., removal or spleen.
  • Liver disease such as hepatitis A B C
  • HIV
  • Bleeding abnormalities – such as haemophilia, Von Willebrand’s disease, thrombocytopenia.
  • Blood thinning medication
  • High doses of aspirin or ibuprofen
  • Skin condition – prone to keloid scaring, vitiligo or other pigmentation problems.
  • Cancer treatment and cancer medications
  • -kidney disease
  • Implants / metal plates or pacemaker directly under the site of tattoo removal
Any photosensitising medications
These next list wont fully exclude you, but further action will be required
  • Diabetes – letter from GP required confirming you can go ahead with the treatment.
  • Psoriasis – letter from GP required confirming you can go ahead with the treatment.
  • Thyroid disorders – letter from GP required confirming you can go ahead with the treatment.
  • Cold sores in the last 2 weeks – over the counter medication such as zovirax cream will need to be applied 1 week before your treatment to ensure this inactivates the virus.
  • Ro-accutane medication for acne- client’s needs to be off this medication at least 6 months before laser can be carried out due to it thinning the skin
  • Dark spots on skin during/after pregnancy – client is at risk of having further outbreaks on the pigmented areas, these may or may not go away on their own, therefore you must accept the risk if you proceed with laser.
  • Organ transplant – letter from GP required confirming you can go ahead with the treatment.
  • Current treatment for other infections or inflammatory conditions – must be completely healed/cured before laser commences.
  • If removal Is on the face no facial, peel etc can be carried out for 2-3 months until skin returns to normal.
  • Botox / fillers – if removal is on or near an area you have had these you have to wait around 12 weeks
  • Fever few or St Johns wart – both herbal photosensitising medications – must be out of your system 4 weeks before we can proceed.
  • Short term course of medications/antibiotics for 6 weeks or less, once finished course of medications must wait 6 weeks before can proceed with laser
  • Oral steroids – must be off these 6 months before can proceed
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