As with most trends in beauty eyebrows have been in and out of fashion. From pencil brows from the 90s to 2021 fluffy soap eyebrows, the trends are ever-changing. In the last year, we saw an increase in the number of cosmetic microblade tattoos. Everyone and their mom had microbladed eyebrow tattoos.
Theoretically, over time the color of your cosmetic ink will fade out and you will go back for a fresh appearance. However, the ink does not necessarily fade with time and, if it does, the ink will change in a different hue or the fashion changes or your brows weren’t properly done at all. This is where removal of microblading comes in.
There are a few ways to get rid of microblading tattoos. In the range of Microblading removal lotions and creams or saline to remove, the most effective and safest technique is laser tattoo removal. The following article we will discuss how to remove microblading tattoos safe and efficiently.
What is the process behind Microblading Perform?
Microblading is the process of tattooing using cosmetic ink which is typically semi-permanent. With a fine line needle that looks like an x-acto knife and pigmentation for cosmetics, a microblading tattoo artist will insert fine hairs into and above the eyebrow to make the desired shape and the thickness. Microbladed eyebrows are available in a variety of colors to make them more suited to the individual. Similar to tattooing procedures used in regular tattoos the ink is inserted in the epidermis of the client.
What exactly is Microblading Removal?
In the case of removing microblading tattoos, the process is similar to removing an ordinary tattoo. You’ll come in every six to eight weeks for a visit and with time, the tattoo will fade completely. There are many reasons individuals decide to take off the microblading tattoos. The tattoo’s color or shape, or faded, people always have their reasons to choose removal.
Fading Microblading vs. Microblading Removal
Fading a microblading tattoo is quite different from total removal. It usually results in smaller laser sessions. Those who opt into fading usually only light up a small part of the tattoo.
Other ways to achieve an effective microblading fade would be to apply a gentle exfoliant over time such as rosehip seed oil or saline removal. These methods aren’t advised because laser removal is the safest option, but they exist and can possibly work.
There are a variety of ways you can remove a tattoo, not every one of them is recommended. Be aware of the methods you use to remove it and the results you expect to see. Listed are 7 methods that can fade or erase the tattoo. We’ll determine which ones work or don’t.
1. Avoid the Recommendations for Aftercare
It is not recommended. Much like receiving a regular tattoo, post-care guidelines must be followed so that the tattoo heals in a proper manner. Failure to follow the suggested aftercare procedures could lead to patches or faded microbladed eyebrows. Going against the recommended procedures for aftercare can cause scarring or infections.
2. Be Patient
Typically cosmetic ink only lasts on the skin for 6 to 24 months. You can wait until the ink has faded naturally, which could save you money and discomfort however, you’ll lose the time. Some downsides to being patient for the ink to fade are having to wear the eyebrows you don’t want longer than you’d like to or the ink may take more than 6-24 months before it fades disappear.
3. DIY at-home
DIY is great for home decor but when it comes down to tattoo removal, it’s better to consult professionals. Social media can promote the use of lemons and salt in DIY scrubs, as well as saline microblading, but at the end of the day, you’ll be left with scar tissue and misshaped tattoo ink. Ink for tattoos is found in the epidermis. Scrubbing the dermis is likely to result in scar tissue growth and possibly a faded appearance because of the tissue build-up. Do not attempt DIY improvements and avoid eyebrow tattoo removal with DIY techniques.
Rosehip Seed Oil
It is believed that massaging rosehip seed oil onto the microblade tattoo three times a day for 2 weeks can fade the tattoo ink. This is not a safe method for removal. You may notice some increase in eyebrow hair and skin benefits but it’s not going erase the tattoo ink in your skin.
Exfoliation
It’s recommended to remain aware of the frequency at which you scrub your skin. Exfoliation is great at removing dead skin cells and promoting circulation, but it can harm the skin barrier and cause scar tissue to develop. It’s not recommended to exfoliate the microbladed tattoo to remove. It will not penetrate the epidermis. It will result in damage to your dermis.
Tattoo Removal Creams
Creams for topical use are not advised as they will harm the epidermis (top skin barrier) of the skin. They are unable to be absorbed by the epidermis. Tattoo removal creams can also burn the skin and cause scarification or hypo/hyperpigmentation (bleaching or darkening of the skin pigmentation).
4. Ask for help from an aesthetician
Cosmetic procedures are the focus of aestheticians’ profession. They offer a range of services, including microblading eyebrow hairs, to skin peeling facials, microdermabrasion as well as removal alternatives. It is essential when looking for an aesthetician to remove your hair to research the person. Ensure the person is reliable and licensed and has experience with microblading removal or fading. A good aesthetician would have a track record of their clients’ success in removals including before and after photos as well as reviews. They will also offer accurate clinical expectations regarding when the tattoo will fade.
5. Let a Microblading Technician Help
You can visit a microblading technician to correct the results instead of opting in for removal, but they might recommend removal in the event that it’s needed. Certain microblading professionals might be able of offering removal options to their clients. Depending on the process they offer, it can be beneficial or damaging.
Techniques like laser removals are ideal for removal, while techniques like saline removal can damage the skin. If you decide to go with a microblading technician, be sure that they’ve the correct technique and have the proper license to operate the machine. It’s also important to check some of their results and be aware of how long they’ve been working. The final results could take longer when a novice technician is involved.
6. Saline Microblading Removal
Saline is injected or microbladed into your skin to take out the pigments. Remicrolading with saline essentially makes the skin more open and allows the solution to get into the epidermis. This technique theoretically removes pigmentation of tattoos, but it can also damage the skin. Med-spas often opt into saline removal because it’s easy and doesn’t require any the technical expertise. Some disadvantages of using saline removal methods are, the solution can cause damage to the skin, it could burn the skin, cause scarification, or hypo/hyperpigmentation which could cause a skin bleach effect or darker pigmentation to form. It is also possible to endure multiple saline removal sessions with a higher risk of skin injury.
7. Laser Microblading Removal Derbyshire
Removal of tattoos by laser works through breaking the particles of ink into tiny digestible pieces for your white blood cells transport out through your immune system. Through time and repeated sessions, the laser will break down the ink layer by layer until it’s fully removed. This is the most secure removal option because it maintains the quality of your skin without causing damage to the barrier of your skin.
Like typical tattoo removal, how long it takes to get the tattoo removed depends on the color and the density. In general, it takes between 5 and 10 sessions to see results from removal. More information on pricing for eyebrow tattoo removal is available here. Benefits of opting for the laser method over alternative options are that laser removal is FDA certified It’s a non-invasive method, your skin integrity will remain unaffected There are no adverse reactions, and aftercare is simple and the results are gorgeous.
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding how to get rid of microblading.
Removal of tattoos using lasers is the fastest and most secure method for removing microblading tattoos. We recommend using the Candela PicoWay which is FDA certified and non-invasive. This laser can provide the highest quality results, while leaving little to no remaining cosmetic ink.
At home methods to remove eyebrows with microbladed hair include oil, exfoliants, and creams. It is not advised to remove the procedure at home, however, fading results could occur when used consistently.
It’s possible! Cosmetic ink is not made of the heavy metals and components that are designed to last the duration of a lifetime. As time passes, the microblading will disappear on its own, while removal of the laser accelerates that process.