Lip Blushing
The professional cosmetic industry has seen some amazing advances in the field of permanent makeup. Treatments like eyelash extensions, fillers, eyebrows micro lading, and nail extensions are getting increasingly popular. The latest addition to this trend of permanent or semi-permanent makeup is lip blushing.
Imagine having rosy supple lips at all times. Lipstick can wear off while you eat or drink something. Lip blushing is a tattooing technique that not only corrects the color of your lips but also modifies the size and shape of your lips. Have a more defined pink lip with the latest trend of lip blushing.
What is Lip Blush?
Lip Blushing is a tattooing mechanism that delivers a semi-permanent form of makeup. This cosmetic tattoo procedure enhances the natural beauty of your lips. It improves the color, shape, and definition of your lips. It creates the illusion of fuller and plump lips. Once healed, your lips will look incredibly natural, with more volume and color.
How does Lip Blushing Work?
The practitioner uses a small mechanized needle that deposits the pigment or ink into your lips. This process will build layers of rosy color on your lips. If you have an uneven toned lip or asymmetric lips, this service will benefit you incredibly.
Lip blushing is an evolved form of classical cosmetic tattoo. It offers long-lasting, natural-looking results. It uses an advanced machine and synthetic pigments to alter the look of your lips. The pigments are embedded deep into your dermis to deliver a semi-permanent effect. Makeup artists now use vegan line pigments instead of carbon-based tattooing pigments.
How permanent is the Lip Blushing Treatment?
The treatment is quite similar to microblading, which uses a blade to create tiny cuts in your skin. Such scratches are then filled with pigments. The results of microblading may vary from person to person.
Lip blushing can stay intact for several years. However, the longevity of the treatment depends on your lifestyle and how well you maintain it. Excessive exposure to the sun or smoking habits will reduce longevity. Other factors which can speed up the process of fading includes —
- Oil prone skin will fade away the pigments soon
- Using too many exfoliators or scrubbers will rub off the ink
- People having an iron deficiency will make the pigment to wash off quickly
Is the Treatment Painful?
Injecting pigments in the lips may sound painful. People searching for an alternative to lip fillers may shy away from lip blushing treatments too. However, lip blushing is the least painful cosmetic treatment. There is little to zero discomfort in the process of lip blushing.
If you are still worried about pain, you can intake a pain reliever such as Tylenol before your appointment. You should avoid medicines like ibuprofen and aspirin as such will increase the sensitivity. Many specialists also recommend avoiding vitamin E and fish oil.
What to Expect from the Treatment?
There’s a prep time for the treatment. Topical anesthesia is generally applied to numb for lips for around 20 minutes. The technician will outline the new shape of your lips. You can evaluate the form and make the necessary changes.
If you want more pronounced and fuller lips, go for a cupid’s bow. The whole procedure takes around 1-1.5 hours, depending on the shape and looks you are opting for. After the treatment, your lips will appear swollen from the tattooing process. You can apply ice over your lips if needed. After a week, your lips will scab as it will start healing.
It is recommended to avoid picking at your scabs and let them come off naturally. Picking them may cause the pigment to come off, or it may leave a scar. Avoid sun exposure and workouts for two-three weeks. Keep your lips moisturized at all times.
The initial color will look like a lip stain. However, after healing, the color will fade away. You will have around 50-70% of the original color, and it will blend with the natural shade of your lips. You can book a touch-up appointment after six weeks if needed. It takes around a month for the lips to heal completely.
How to Find the Right Technician?
Ask the specialist for their portfolio and years of work experience. You can also check for reviews. Some States may require such technicians to have an esthetician license. However, the rule varies from state to state.
You should inform your artist about your medical or skin conditions if you have any. You can review before and after photos of the work of your technician to be assured of their expertise.
