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How Long is the Recovery from Permanent Eye Makeup?
asked 2 years ago by 1874anon in houston
Latest answer by Pamela Carr, MD
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how long does the swelling & red skin & bruising last for permanant eye makeup and any pictures?
2 answers to How Long is the Recovery from Permanent Eye Makeup?
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What to expect in recovery from permanent make-up
Permanent make-up requires the implantation of tattoo ink into the deeper layers of the skin. The ink is scratched into the skin with fine needles. Initially the involved area will be much darker than the expected final result. After about two days the darker dead layer of surface skin will peel off and leave the desired permanent pigment result behind.
If bruising occurs it resolves in 5-7 days. Swelling should last only the day of treatment. ...
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Pamela Carr, MD
Sugar Land Dermatologist
Sugar Land Dermatologist
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Permanent makeup and an easy recovery
Bruising tends to be minimal if you avoid aspirin like products and post-operatively elevate your head, apply ice and avoid strenous activity. Discuss this with an experienced practitioner prior to treatment.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon