I use a saline tattoo removal solution for the removal of permanent eyeliner. Please keep in mind key factors that affect the degree or success of any tattoo removal: 1. How long have you had it? The older the tattoo, the more deeply embedded it is in the skin and the more time-consuming it will […]
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Dec
Dec
Going gray generally happens gradually for most people and usually not even all the hairs may be affected. So any subsequent touch up would be an opportunity to address the changing color (a brow that is well-defined in color and shape can easily camouflage a few stray gray hairs). If allowed to fade on […]
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Nov
Nov
• Surgical Excision: A physician cuts out the tattoo and sutures the edges of the skin back together. • Dermabrasion: The tattooed skin is “sanded” by a physician with a special device. The top and middle layers of the skin that contain the old ink or pigment are removed. • Laser: Pulses of light […]
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Oct
Oct
A dark crust will start to form and harden over the affected area and remain on the skin for about 3 days to several weeks depending on the size and location of the tattoo being removed. Once the scab falls off, the pigment will be gone or its color will be lighter. The treated area […]
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Jun
Jun
Yes and no. Permanent makeup is tattooing as the basic principles of traditional tattooing and cosmetic tattooing have many similarities. However, the face is different than the body. While tattooing on the face it’s necessary to go a bit shallower than the body in order to avoid damage to the skin and pigment migration, especially […]
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May
May
Permanent makeup is considered permanent because once implanted, the color cannot be washed off. However, as with any tattoo, fading can and does occur as the top layers of the skin continually gets replaced. While this may be disappointing to some people, others may be more comfortable with this knowledge. Exactly how long depends on […]
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Apr
Apr
A Quicker, Safer, and More Effective Way to Remove Tattoos Are you looking to remove a tattoo for any of the following reasons? To correct flawed artistic or cosmetic tattoos To remove the name of a former lover To remove former a gang affiliation You want to change or update your look from when you […]
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Mar
Mar
While I’m available to clients whenever they need me for any issues, including on weekends and evenings, my office hours for appointments are currently Monday through Friday from 12-5pm. Please check my online schedule by clicking on the Book Now button for the most up-t0-date availability. Schedule a Consultation Today. Jeannie Sides, Owner/Practitioner at JuvEssentials is the #1 […]
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Feb
Feb
The outcome of a tattoo is limited by the condition of the skin that it’s implanted into (not to mention anything else done to the skin to make it look better). While smoking is one of the worst things you can do to your skin, it further affects how well a tattoo procedure heals because […]
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Jan
Jan
It is faster and easier to obtain a body or makeup tattoo than it is to remove either one. Depending on the individual and the tattoo, every tattoo removal method requires multiple treatments and time for the skin to heal. The number of sessions depends upon the color, size, shape, and location of the tattoo. […]
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Dec
Dec
What Can I expect After Getting a Tattoo Removal? A dark crust will start to form and harden over the affected area and remain on the skin for about 3 days to several weeks depending on the size and location of the tattoo being removed. Once the scab falls off, the pigment will be gone or […]
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Sep
Sep
Yes. The online calendar enables clients to make, cancel* and reschedule* their own appointments 24/7, so it shows real time availability and is the quickest way to get an appointment. The online booking app allows 10 minutes to complete the transaction to schedule an appointment. If the transaction to book the appointment is not completed […]
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Jun
Jun
Permanent cosmetic lip tattooing pigment typically fades in 8 to 10 years. That time would be drastically shortened with a great deal of exposure to sunlight. All tattoo pigments are sensitive to UV light, so it’s important to protect them from excessive exposure.
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May
May
For removing permanent eyeliner tattoos I’ve been using a saline-based formula for over a decade which has proven to be safe and effective for the delicate eye area. While old tattoos tend to take more time to remove due to the fact that the longer the ink has been in the skin, the more embedded […]
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Apr
Apr
“How long should I wait for the next tattoo removal procedure?” At JuvEssentials, we like to wait about 4-8 weeks, depending on the size and location of the tattoo. If we rush it, your skin may not be ready and be subject to unnecessary irritation. Schedule a Consultation Today. Jeannie Sides, Owner/Practitioner at JuvEssentials […]
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Mar
Mar
I am currently only certified through SofTap® to teach the manual or hand method of permanent makeup and have not yet received my certification to teach using tattoo machines. I use both tools in my practice and believe that a course that offers instruction in both methods are important to create a well-rounded skill set […]
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Feb
Feb
Am I a good candidate for your non-laser tattoo removal? Many of my clients come in because they’ve had a botched permanent makeup tattoo elsewhere and come in to JuvEssentials because we can fix it. In most cases. First, we need to remove the old one and then we can start from a blank canvas. […]
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Jan
Jan
Do you do eyebrow tattoos for men? Eyebrow alopecia is quite common in women and men. We actually have more males than you would imagine coming in for permanent makeup eyebrow procedures. With a “natural look” being our main concern and focus, the result is not fake. The result looks just as hair would look. […]
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Dec
Dec
I had surgery recently and now I have white patches where the scar is. Can you mask skin discoloration with permanent cosmetic tattooing? We can most certainly improve the appearance of your skin and camouflage your depigmentation with permanent cosmetic tattooing. It’s a very common side-effect to surgery and we do a fair amount of […]
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Dec
Dec
How Do I Care for My Skin After Getting My Tattoo Removed? · Keep the affected area clean and dry for at least 24 hours or until the scab falls off on its own · Don’t apply any product over the area until healed unless otherwise directed · Dab the area with clean towel if […]
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Nov
Nov
Going gray generally happens gradually for most people and usually not even all the hairs may be affected. So any subsequent touch up would be an opportunity to address the changing color (a brow that is well-defined in color and shape can easily camouflage a few stray gray hairs). If allowed to fade on their […]
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Sep
Sep
How is Non-laser Tattoo Removal performed? Unlike laser tattoo removal, our tattoo removal process is less painful and less expensive – often with 50-70% fewer treatments needed. While there are other non-laser methods available, this unique professional treatment is almost identical to the tattoo-over process and is completely safe when properly performed and non-toxic. A specially-formulated […]
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Aug
Aug
Typical prescriptive anti-viral oral medication dosage is 500mg twice per day for 5-7 days, starting 2 days prior to getting a lip tattoo. This is an important precaution to take because the herpes simplex type 1 virus (HSV-1) that causes fevers blisters (aka cold sores) never leaves the body and the outbreaks are extremely contagious. Please note that […]
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Apr
Apr
Is areola tattooing covered by insurance? Thanks to the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998 (Click here for more info), your insurance is required to cover post mastectomy reconstruction, to include areola/nipple repigmentation. Check with your insurance regarding this service and then give JuvEssentials a call 415-654-5859.
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Mar
Mar
If I get a lip tattoo, will I be stuck with the same lip color all the time? We prefer to do subtle colors that look completely natural for your lips so that they have a beautiful tint without looking pale and dull. So not only will you never have to worry about being stuck with a […]