What is Lip Blushing?

Summary:

Lip blushing is form of semi-permanent tattoo procedure where you use the machine technique to implant lip color pigment onto your lips. This procedure results in enhancement of the natural lip color, shape, and definition.

The permanent makeup industry has come a long way since the block tattoos and even the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. While the cosmetic tattooing of the eyebrow & eyeliner has been popular procedure in the last few decades, lip blushing is becoming more and more popular.

Lip blushing is form of semi-permanent tattoo procedure where you use the machine technique to implant lip color pigment onto your lips. This procedure results in enhancement of the natural lip color, shape, and definition.

You can be a good candidate for lip blushing for a number of reasons:

1. You want a pop of color to your natural lip hue

2. You have asymmetry on your lips due to lack of pigment on or around your natural lip skin

3. You want the illusion of fuller and vibrant lips without having to undergo medical procedures

All of the above reasons are excellent cause to seek out the best permanent makeup artist in your area. The goal is to achieve a natural-looking result that mimics a flush of color in your lips or your favorite lipstick color.

Key Takeaway:

• Lip blushing is form of semi-permanent tattoo procedure where you use the machine technique to implant lip color pigment onto your lips. This procedure results in enhancement of the natural lip color, shape, and definition.

• Important considerations:
  1. Healing time
  2. Pain
  3. Touch-up

• Consultations can be key in finding an artist that can deliver your ideal results!

Here are important things to consider as you make your decision:

• Healing time:
  Lips will typically heal and color will fully settle in 3-4 weeks. The first day, you may experience swelling (it’s normal) and color will be vibrant. The next couple of days, you can expect to see some peeling & patchiness as your lips heal. Over the 2-3 week course, the color will fade. But don’t worry! A more natural and subtle hue that you and your artist worked together to pick will come to life.

• Pain:
  Artists will typically use numbing cream to help with any discomfort. Lips do have a lot more nerve endings so you may feel more discomfort than if you get other permanent makeup procedure done (like eyebrows, for example).
  *Note: being on your menstrual cycle can heighten your pain level!

• Touch-Up Sessions:
  Similar to most permanent makeup procedures, you will most likely need a touch-up session at some point. The color retention can depend on a number of reasons like artist skills, before- & after-care, skin type, etc., and differs for many people. Once you have had a procedure done by a specific artist, they will have a better idea on how often you may need a touch-up as they should have a better understanding of your skin, your skin’s ability for pigment retention.

If you’ve considered all of the above, you’re ready for the next step! Reach out to local artists in your neighborhood - reputable artists & salons will offer a consultation to ensure you are a good candidate and be able to answer all of your questions prior to booking an appointment with them.

Best of luck on your permanent makeup journey and we hope to see you at Miae Beauty (: