Thinking about getting a Cosmetic Tattoo in San Diego? Make sure you know the difference between tattoo and Permanent Makeup!
Everyone is used to thinking that the long-term make-up is the same as a tattoo. But this is a huge misconception, because the difference between permanent makeup and tattoo is enormous.
The Main Differences between Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattoo
Difference #1: Depth of the Pigment
The first key difference between this two factors is the depth of the pigment. When applying permanent make up the pigment is inserted between the epidermis and the dermis to a depth of 0.3-1 mm. In the tattoo Technics otherwise the pigment is injected 2 and more millimeters into a layer that is much deeper into the dermal layer. As an example you can see the image below is a permanent eyebrows and not an eyebrows tattoo :
Difference #2: The Type of Equipment Used
The second difference is the equipment which is used in permanent makeup technology. Making tattoos is more coarse technologies to use, because it is necessary to enter the pigment more deeply into the skin. Usually by using induction-type machines.
Difference #3: The Type of Materials Used
Another key difference between cosmetic tattooing and Permanent Makeup is in the materials that being are used. When applying tattoos, synthetic dyes are used, they stay as long as possible in the layers of the skin. For a long-term make-up usually uses certified natural dyes of mineral or vegetable origin. Such pigments stay in the skin up to 3 years, so they need updating, refresh to maintain fresh, beautiful, natural look and color.
Key Takeaway – Permanent Makeup is a Specialization
It is important to carry out long-term make-up only by experienced craftsmen who know the laws of makeup (face shape, the structure of the eye, etc.), anatomical aspects, health aspects, so that the result will be balanced and harmonious.
Permanent makeup should be achieved only by using a practitioner with narrow specialization, who works exclusively with people’s faces, who knows all features of asymmetry and the structure of the skull, versed in styles and fashion trends, able to predict the nature and client type, the laws of colors: undertone of skin, color circle, what the pigments shall consist of. Such master is able to predict the behavior of injected pigment with time. After all, the way you look outside, talking about your inner world.
Therefore I try to keep up with the time and constantly improving my skills, gaining new knowledge, mastering more effective methods of my work and applying the latest technologies that will maximally emphasize your dignity and ability to always wake up beautiful!
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