Semi-permanent tattoos: what are they?

Semi-permanent tattoos

Semi-permanent tattoos have become part of everyday life, but what exactly are they?

When we talk about semi-permanent tattoos we do not mean the artistic, decorative and indelible tattoos that are applied to the body and never go away, but tattoos made with techniques designed to enhance the beauty of the face and body that have a limited lifespan, in other words they are not forever. Semi-permanent tattoos belong to the permanent make-up technique, used for aesthetic purposes and different from a classic tattoo. Let’s find out more.

Semi-permanent tattoos are not invasive

Semi-permanent tattoos done with the permanent make-up technique have many advantages, first of all that of beautifying and enhancing the eyes and features; they also make it possible to correct some flaws and unsightly marks on the face and body. Permanent make-up is a procedure that, as already mentioned, unlike a classic tattoo, lasts for a limited time, even if a fairly long one.

Another detail worth noting is that it does not go deep into the skin, it is minimally invasive and it is done with bioresorbable pigments, suitable for every skin type.

This type of pigment is broken down by the body over time and fades away without leaving a trace. The technique can be used to redesign and thicken the eyebrows, redefine the lip contour to add volume, accentuate the eyes with a fine line of eyeliner and much more, improving the overall look and making it far more pleasing.

Permanent make-up: how is it done?

Permanent make-up is a micropigmentation carried out with a special device that makes tiny punctures in the skin, through which an organic, natural and certified pigment is released. The treatment usually causes only mild discomfort, which varies with the person’s sensitivity and the lightness of the professional’s hand.

A permanent make-up treatment generally takes 2 to 4 hours, but the time depends on the size of the area to be treated. Bear in mind that permanent make-up gradually fades over the years: it generally lasts between 12 and 18 months, but it can be refreshed with maintenance sessions that extend its lifespan.

Advantages of permanent make-up

The advantages of permanent make-up are considerable:

1) in the morning there is no need to put on make-up before going to work, so you can be ready in a few minutes;

2) in the evening there is no make-up to take off;

3) you always look neat when playing sport;

4) when it is very hot, or when it rains and you get wet.

In all these cases permanent make-up does not change or run, so it stays flawless for every occasion of the day.

What’s more, you can easily apply make-up over it if you want a more seductive, dramatic look, for example for a ceremony. Just add lipstick and a touch of make-up and you are ready.