This new trending technique creates a natural blush look to the lips by softly implanting colour that does not create a heavy lip border or bright dark colour to lips so that we give lips a natural tint.
What if you could wake up and magically have the perfect shade of lip stain, every day? That’s the promise of lip blushing, a type of semi-permanent makeup where lip color is quite literally tattooed onto the lips. If it sounds daunting, that’s understandable—however, the technique is becoming increasingly popular. But fear not our Cosmetic MUA at Dermaluxe Injectables is able to provide you a thorough consultation to discuss you beauty needs!
What Is Lip Blushing?
Lip blushing is a form of semi-permanent cosmetic tattoo that enhances the lips’ natural tint and shape, and can even correct an uneven shape. It’s designed to define and outline your lips, and correct faded outline. It’s also a great addition to enhance lip fillers. Traditionally, it is cosmetic tattooing. But this new trending technique creates a natural blush look to the lips by softly implanting colour that does not create a heavy lip border or bright dark colour to lips so that we give lips a natural tint.
Like a regular tattoo (or lip color, for that matter), lip blushing is customized for your skin tone. Colors are selected and mixed for each individual, so there are no set colors that have to be used, as they are matched to your unique goals and skin tone.
What Is the Process Like?
It sounds a little scary—lips are sensitive, after all—but we use medical grade numbing to help manage any pain… read on!
Typically the initial appointment takes around four and a half hours to complete, which allows time for shaping, color selection, completing the tattoo, and for breaks along the way. It is generally rated to be about a zero to two on a pain scale of zero to 10 by clients. Part of that reason, she explains, is that a numbing cream is used to prevent excess discomfort, and is reapplied throughout the procedure. You are more than welcome to opt out of numbing, but we have found that most clients are more than happy to have it.
What Should You Expect After Getting Lip Blushing?
The first thing to know is that all cosmetic tattoos require at least two appointments. Unlike other body art tattoos, cosmetic tattoos are only applied into the top layer of the skin, whereas traditional body art tattoos are placed deeper under the skin. This, along with the type of ink used, allows for it to be semi-permanent instead of permanent. However, this is also why a second touch up session is always required.
After your appointment(s), there are a few things you’ll want to do take care of your lips. We give all of our clients an aftercare kit that includes cleanser and ointment at their first appointment, along with detailed instructions. It can vary person to person on how quickly swelling goes down and healing takes. There are so many different things that can affect healing of a tattoo, just like how some people heal a scrap or scab faster than others. Allow at least 48-72 hours for swelling to diminish, and around four to six weeks for healing to take place.”
How Long Does Lip Blushing Last?
Lip blush should last for about two years. However, it is recommended you get a touch up around once a year or so to maintain the work. Due to the semi-permanent ink, It will fade over time, so having a touch up session every 1-2 years keeps it looking fresh, and from developing any patchy areas of the pigment.
Who Can Get Lip Blushing?
Because the ink color is customized for every unique pout, lip blushing can be done on all skin tones. It can also be used for darker skin tones to neutralize darker areas on the lips and give them a more even and pinky color. A different shade is used to cancel out some of that darker tone in the lip, where it is present, and then the target color is applied on top of that to make sure it is even across the entire lip.
However, there are some people who should proceed with caution before making an appointment. A key thing with lip blush is that anyone who has ever had a cold sore should take L-Lysine at least five days prior to the appointment and five days after to prevent an outbreak, we recommend this to all clients just in case as having an outbreak can affect healing and retention, so it is best to be safe!
Also, those who have had lip filler in the past may have a longer swelling period. Although you can still have lip blushing done if you’ve had filler, It can cause you to need an additional touch-up session. If the area becomes too swollen during the appointment, it becomes really difficult
How Much Does Lip Blushing Cost?
At Dermaluxe Brows the initial session cost around $450-500. Touch-ups sessions $150-200 per session, and keep in mind that you may need more than one to achieve your final look.
