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Carolyn Elliott CPCP

Hi,

This is just to let you know that I am now sending out copies of my latest blog posts to everyone who has signed up to receive updates and notifications on my mailing list.

And, I hope that you will remember signing up to my mailing list and will find these interesting but you can stop receiving these at any time by using the ‘unsubscribe’ link at the bottom of the email you receive.

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Sincerely,

Carolyn Elliott CPCP

There are mainly 5 factors which I explain; 1) color of the pigment implanted, 2) concentration of that pigment implanted, 3) sun exposure, 4) absorption of pigment into their skin and 5) their skin color. I’ll explain further in detail.

1) Color of Pigment: Whether tattooing a blonde eyebrow or a black eyeliner, these pigments have their own strength in the skin. Blonde is a weaker pigment and therefore will breakdown or absorb into the skin much quicker than the black eyeliner. Many black eyeliners pigments have carbon-base in them which cause them to last longer.

2) Concentration of the Pigment Implanted:  Again, using the blonde eyebrow and black eyeliner as examples, in an eyeliner, the client may want a dense liner look where I’ll be using pure concentration of that pigment color. In the eyebrow, I’m not looking that type of density and prefer the soft, natural powdered eyebrow look, so therefore will dilute the pigment. By diluting the pigment, I am weakening it’s strength to hold, but with eyebrows, I’m not looking for longevity – I’m looking for a soft natural powdered brow.  The hair-stroke brow is also implanted very fine and softly.

3) Sun Exposure: Whether working in the garden or walking in and out of the grocery store, accumulated exposure to the sun will, in time, break down the pigment in your permanent makeup. Daily applications of sun-block, hats and sun-glasses absolutely are helpful in this area.

4) Absorption of Pigment: Pigment does not last in the skin forever. Why? Because pigment breaks down or absorbs into the skin and over time it will lighten up as it breaks down and then disappear. Some pigments are known to leave behind an undertone may be the last visible aspect of the permanent makeup.

5) Skin Color: Melanin plays a large role in how long permanent makeup lasts. I find that my very fair clients with blonde hair and blue eyes have a tendency to pigment breakdown/absorb into the skin faster than my darker skin clients. Why? The darker the skin, the more melanin is present. Melanin for these clients is likened to a built-in sunblock, therefore their pigment lasts longer than my fair skin clients. Some things we have no control over.

So, when a clients is in my room for a consultation, I am unable to guarantee just how long their permanent makeup will last because of these factors involved. I do share to the client – “when you have an urge to pick up a pencil to darken brows or eyeliner, this is a good indication that a refresher/touch up is due.”

I hope this help you to understand the factors involved to what makes permanent makeup lasts in your skin.

First, the products that she is using contain glue.  This is why they last so long.  She is using these products every day, so in order for her to have her permanent makeup procedures be successful, she must stop using them and let the skin return to normal. The use of these products have built layers, upon layers of glue and dead skin cells on that area.   In the past, when attempting to tattoo a client in this similar situation, I discovered that I could NOT get my pigment to penetrate into the skin – it was as if my needle literally was bouncing off of the skin.

My recommendation to this client was to wait at least 3 weeks and give the skin an opportunity to fully exfoliate that built-up of product.  Because of this, we scheduled her permanent makeup procedures for the following month.

By waiting, this client had a very successful permanent makeup session.  Pigment implanted easily and she departed my studio very happy.  The best news is that she looks her best, not only every day, but when she wakes up in the morning, gets out of the shower or even during exercise.

The consultation will also gives us a chance to meet personally and to have all of your questions answered.   You will also learn how relatively simple of a procedure permanent makeup is and how comfortable you will be.

If you regularly use long-lasting lip colors, water-proof mascara,  Latisse or wear Lash Extensions, you will learn how these products can interfere with your procedure and what you can do to best prepare your skin to accept the pigment.

by Carolyn Elliott

Pigment, unlike ink, will fade over time and  require a “touch up” some time later.  Why isn’t ink used for permanent cosmetics?  Simple, your only choice of color is blackish-blue, it’s truly permanent and over time, it spreads in the skin and loses it’s desired look.

by Carolyn Elliott