6 Things You Need to Know About Permanent Lip Color

Micropigmentation, often known as permanent makeup, is a common cosmetic surgery that allows you to forgo wearing makeup in the morning and enhances your natural characteristics.

The lips are among the most often pigmented body parts. Here are six things concerning permanent lip color that you should be aware of.

1. Micropigmentation enhances color, not the fullness

Similar to lipstick, tinting your lips won't make them appear fuller. The process can give your lips definition by giving them a darker shade, but it won't instantly give you plumper, bigger lips. However, you can choose to make the outline of your lips a little darker, which will give the appearance of fuller lips.

2. You can get a color close to your natural lip color

You don't always want your lips to be bold. No issue. A word of caution, though: the more natural the color, the more touch-ups you'll need in the future.

3. You will need future touch-ups, and it isn’t permanent

Instead of standard tattoo ink, pigment is used in micro pigmentation. Over time, color fades. Every year to year and a half, I advise touch-ups. You might need to go more frequently if you frequently have exfoliating treatments.

The good news is that the process isn't permanent if you decide you don't like your lip color or want to switch it up. If you don't want to wait for it to disappear, a laser can be used to quickly remove it.

4. It can be uncomfortable

Needles are sharp, and lips are delicate. You should be prepared for some discomfort when having your lips micro pigmented. However, a topical can be administered to help lessen the pain.

5. There will be downtime

After the operation, it will take another 10 days before your lips are camera-ready. Expect edema and dryness for the first four days. You ought to schedule your public appearances appropriately, just like with a chemical peel.

6. Some people aren’t candidates for micro pigmentation

Every type of skin is not suitable for micro pigmentation. Darker skin tones should especially exercise caution. Additionally, if you have cold sores, a flare-up could make the surgery unworkable. To avoid them, remember to take your medication.