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Permanent Makeup

What it is: Permanent makeup is a cosmetic tattoo applied through a process called micropigmentation. The permanent makeup procedure utilizes a device that rapidly punctures skin multiple times in a desired area to embed pigment beneath the dermal layer.  

What it addresses:  Defining or enhancing certain areas of the face with color, including:

- Eyebrows
- Eyes
- Lips

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Where can I have my permanent lower eyeliner removed?

This is the second time I have had permanent eyeliner done. This time by a different person who put it on too thick and crooked. My one eye looks as if it droops. I went to another tech to correct it and she said it couldn't be done, but I should use (carefully) Retin A and/or Hydroquinone.

I have been doing this for about three months. It has lightened, but the worst area where it droops, is still thick and noticable. Can you suggest a place where I can go and have it lasered off? Will I lose my eyelashes?

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Asked by: Lady
south florida

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October 16, 2008

The answer is laser........

Virginia Stevens, MD
Virginia Stevens, MD

You will need to look for a doctor who does tatoo removal regularly.  They will need to use a device like a Q switch laser to remove the tattoo.  With the tattoo essentially in the lash line, the removal can possibly permanently destroy the hair follicles.  It is possible to lose your eyelashes.  If you must have the tattoo removed, look for a doctor's office that routinely removes these, and ask to see before and after pictures of specifically eyeliner tattoo removal.  Also ask approximately how many the doctor has done.  Please note that the removal may at best, be incomplete, and there are always risks, no matter how many the doctor has done. 

It is always best to have good  cosmetic tattoo placement in the first place, and you should always ask to see before and after pictures from the cosmetic tattooist, and also talk to patients she/he has done cosmetic tattooing on.  I hope you are able to find the practitioners you need.  Good luck.

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