micropigmentation Scottsdale

Q: Does micropigmentation color fade on the face?

A: The reality is that permanent micropigmentation makeup is permanent. The pigment particle remains under the skin but may fade over time. Touchups range from 1 to 10 years, meaning this will vary on an individual basis. The face also exfoliates at a faster rate than the body and is exposed to more sun and products. Also we do not wear clothing over our faces.

Some clients will never fade. Others will need more regular color refreshers. The darker the color the longer it will look fresh. The lighter the color the faster it will fade. I do a lot of blonde clients and they do not mind having to come in every 2 to 3 years for an eyebrow refresher. They want a natural look that does not look tattooed or stamped on. Blue stays in the skin the longest and yellow fades the fastest. I have seen eyeliner last for over 20 years and look like it was just done.

In summary this is a permanent procedure. Yes, color refreshers are a reality. Most experience artists have a touch up policy for the original work. The pigment is tattooed into the dermal layer of the skin. Once again this makes a procedure permanent, It is very important for us all to educate our clients. My motto is, "a well educated client is a happier client" and "less is more, when it comes to cosmetic tattooing".

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