On social networks, a new makeup trend is emerging but it is not without risks.
Trends follow each other and are not alike, particularly in the world of makeup. Every month, new fashions emerge, whether they are destined to last or not. For its part, permanent makeup is no exception to this rule. And this has always been the case. Remember the 90s and the fad of tattooed eyebrows and lip liner, but also more recent trends like lip blushing (whole mouth tattoo) or permanent eyeliner. Far from being harmless, these techniques are based on the use of a dermograph to inject a pigment into the dermis so that it is eliminated after a few years. More simply, it is a tattoo on the face.
In recent weeks, a new fashion has appeared again. The principle? Imitate the effect of blush with permanent makeup. You choose the location of the pigments (on the cheekbones, on the cheeks and nose for a “bitten by the cold” effect…), but also the color according to your skin tone and your preferences. After a healing period, you are adorned with a blush in all circumstances. The name of this trend? The “Tattoo Blush”. On paper, the principle is a dream (the author of these lines herself wanted to give in): a permanently healthy glow, a few minutes saved when putting on makeup, and the promise of a glow even with bare skin . But is this really a good idea? Well, according to Dr. Sylvie Peres, dermatologist and co-founder of Alaena, no. “For the blush effect, you have to combine brown, red and white pigments to adapt to your skin tone. Each pigment has a different evolution and risk, which means a lot of parameters for an aesthetic and lasting result.“, she explains. Same story with Amélie Perez, founder of Studio by Amélie, a place specializing in permanent makeup: “The pigment must be extremely well diluted and of high quality. It’s still quite risky, I think, as a service.“
The phenomenon being quite new, the question of evolution over time obviously arises. How will the pigments change over the months? Does the color remain harmonious, particularly against the sun and tanning? “We do not have enough perspective on this service. Over the years, we will be able to see how it evolves“, comments Amélie Perez. According to the professional, with each exposure to the sun, the rays act like a “mini laser session“on the tattoo.”The more a person exposes their permanent makeup, the duller the color will become and in some cases, it can take on highlights that are not great.“An element to take into account for Tattoo Blush.
For her part, the dermatologist would like to point out that pigment molecules, excipients, fixatives and solvents can cause allergies.which will be difficult to treat given their persistence in the skin.” In order to avoid any risk, permanent makeup is not recommended for people with acne, rosacea, and other dermatological pathologies. But also for those suffering from an autoimmune, inflammatory, or of an immune deficiency, if you decide to go for Tattoo Blush, no exfoliating active ingredient should be used until the tattoo is well embedded in the skin. Dr. Peres also warns that the sessions are followed by. “crusts then the desired color will take time to establish.” And added: “Lots of trouble avoiding a brush stroke!“
