Permanent Cosmetic Tattoo/Paramedical Scar Camouflaging

Kathryn Hampton is a licensed permanent makeup artist and licensed medical esthetician specializing in both anti-aging skin care treatment and acne skin care. She graduated from the prestigious Euro Institute and became licensed in micro-pigmentation through Permanent Choices in Bellevue. Kathryn has a nursing background and has worked in many fields of medicine including neurological surgery, oral surgery, and plastic surgery. Kathryn consults and treats many patients on different aspects of non-invasive plastic surgery procedures. She is well known as an image consultant and makeup artist and has specialized in makeup artistry and skin care at both Nordstrom’s and Macy’s. Kathryn has been with Dermavita Medi Spa for 8 years. There are a select few professions where both technical and artistic talent rank equally as important. She has earned the trust of her clients by providing the highest standard of procedures with quality results. She also works through Dermavita as an independent contractor in permanent makeup artistry and as an image consultant and educator.

What is micro-pigmentation? Reasons for having permanent makeup Permanent makeup benefits inidividuals with . . . Is it safe? How long will it last? During your complimentary consultation During your procedure What to expect after the procedure Permanent makeup aftercare Is it safe to have an MRI after permanent makeup? Permanent makeup prices

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The Procedure

What is micro-pigmentation

Permanent makeup started in the Orient over 30 years ago. Permanent makeup has been very popular in the U.S. for the last 15 years. It is a field best suited for cosmetologists who have a more coherent sense and intuition of what a women desires.
Micro pigmentation (specialized form of tattooing) is a process where cosmetic grade pigments are injected into the dermal layer of the skin to permanently re-pigment, define and enhance areas of the skin’s surface.

Reasons for having permanent makeup

• Natural looking alternative to your daily makeup routine
• Saves time for the active person
• Look your best at all times
• Enhances your natural beauty
• Accentuates, corrects, or reshapes lips
• Corrects uneven brows
• Fills in brows where hairs were lost
• Creates subtle eyebrows
• Camouflages scars and birthmarks
• Re-pigmentation of areola scar

Benefits individuals with

• Busy professionals who need to look their best at all times
• Active lifestyles
• Contact lenses
• Visual impairment
• Allergies to conventional cosmetics
• Little or no brow
• Unsteady or arthritic hands
• Sparse or light brows and lashes
• Freedom from daily makeup application

Is it safe?

• The equipment used for permanent makeup is specifically designed for the fine detail needed for implantation into the eyebrow, eyelid and lip area. The permanent makeup pen is lightweight and easy to hold, which makes it especially appropriate for delicate procedures.

• Strict sanitation guidelines are followed in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control. Fresh pigments are used for your protection.

• All equipment, most importantly, needles, needle chambers and needle covers are all factory sterilized and individually packaged and disposed of after each procedure. Chemical sterilization provides assurance that the equipment is free of microorganisms/bacteria.

• As long as the area is kept clean and all aftercare instructions are followed, you shouldn’t have any problems.

How long will it last?

• Once it is applied it will not wash off, smudge or smear.

• Permanent makeup can last several years depending on your skin type and how well you care for it. Sun exposure breaks down color faster. Exfoliating treatments will also cause color to break down. If you are currently using exfoliating treatments, you should be careful to avoid the areas that have permanent makeup. Over time, your permanent make up can lighten and a touch up treatment may be needed.

During your complimentary consultation

• Your questions, needs and expectations will be discussed at length to guarantee your satisfaction.

• You will read and sign the consent forms for your procedure. Your medical history, along with before and after care instructions, will be discussed.

• Pre-procedure photographs will be taken.

• Color will be custom selected to compliment your eye color for eyeliner, and your skin color for brows and lips.

• Brows, eyeliner and lip liner can be drawn on to give you an idea as to how permanent makeup will look.

• Kathryn’s portfolio of “before and after pictures” will be available for review and she will provide you with her business card and a “permanent makeup” brochure for your review.

During your procedure

• Kathryn will make sure you are as comfortable as possible.

• Kathryn will then anesthetize the area with topical anesthetic and wait 30 minutes before beginning your procedure. This anesthetic provides total numbing to minimize any discomfort. A secondary anesthetic is available if you become uncomfortable.

• The permanent makeup procedure can take between 2 to 4 hours depending on the area.

• Brows or lip liner will be drawn on according to the client’s preference; Kathryn will then tattoo over the drawing.

Post-Procedure

What to expect after the procedure

• You can expect slight swelling and redness, however this normally subsides within 48 hours.

• Your permanent makeup will initially appear darker, brighter and thicker than what your end result will be.

• Aftercare instructions will be reviewed and a copy sent home with you, along with an antiseptic color sealant.

• Post procedure pictures will be taken.

• You will be asked to schedule a touch up appointment 6-8 weeks following your procedure with our receptionist.

Permanent makeup aftercare

• Keep Vitamins A & D ointment skin protection on the treated area five times a day for five days.

• Do not swim or steam for five days. A shower is recommended.

• Expect the treated area to be tender for the first few days.

• Following your procedure, the area usually stays dark for the first five days. The makeup will settle and appear much softer in about seven days.  However, the intensity of the color depends upon the individual.

• Eyes may be puffy for a day or two after your eyeliner procedure. Ice may be used to reduce the swelling.

• Lips usually stay dark for 6-7 days, then fade dramatically.

• Scratching or picking at the areas with new makeup may cause a loss of color.

• The color and shape can be adjusted after the healing process. 

• Schedule your touch-up appointment 6-8 weeks following your initial procedure.

Is it safe to have a MRI if you have permanent makeup?

The concern here is that a pigment may contain iron oxide, which can cause local over heating of the affected area. Iron, which is affected by magnetic field, could be heated by magnetic induction. However, our pigments do not contain iron oxide.

* A $125.00 deposit is required upon scheduling your procedure.  MasterCard and Visa, cash, or check accepted. Deposits are non-refundable, yet applied to the price of the procedure.

Please contact Dermavita Medispa to schedule a complimentary consultation.
Kathryn is available to address any questions or concerns at Dermavita from Wednesday to Saturday.  Please call her at (425) 739-0808 or (425) 327-3944.