TRANSITION SCARS

Camouflage tattooing is a specialized technique that utilizes medical-grade pigments to blend Transition Scars with the surrounding skin, resulting in a more uniform appearance. This innovative technique is gaining popularity due to its ability to provide long-lasting and natural-looking results. The process involves skilful application of pigment to the affected area, with the colour being carefully matched to the individuals’ skin tone. This technique can be a viable option for individuals seeking to conceal the appearance of Transition Scars, as it offers a safe, effective, and minimally invasive alternative to traditional cosmetic procedures.

Camouflage tattooing is a technique that aims to improve the appearance of Transition Scars, and other areas affected by hypopigmentation. Hypopigmentation is a condition where colour is missing from the skin. The technique involves using a tattoo machine and medical-grade pigments to create custom-coloured pigments that match the individual’s skin tone. It is similar to permanent makeup or cosmetic tattooing, but the focus is specifically on the affected areas of the body.

The number of treatments required for camouflaging a specific area of concern would depend on the individual and has to be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Generally, it takes between 1 and 3 sessions to achieve the desired results. However, the exact number of treatments required can be determined more accurately once the skin has healed after the first session.

The period required for your skin to heal post-treatment typically ranges between 3 to 6 weeks. However, individuals with darker pigmentation may experience a period of up to 10 weeks or more due to their skin’s higher melanin content. To monitor your skin’s healing progress, we will schedule a follow-up appointment for 1 week and 4 weeks after your treatment. During these appointments, we will review your healing progress and discuss and book your next treatment accordingly.

Providing a standard pricing or quoting via message for skin preparation and camouflage tattoing is difficult. It is important to examine the texture and structure of the skin in person to determine the number of treatments required for an individual. If you would like to get an estimate on pricing, please send a clear, well-lit picture of the area of concern and outline the location on your body, the cause and age of Transition Scars shown in the picture. This will allow me to provide you with a more accurate estimate.

Any type of loss of skin pigmentation in Transition Scars can be improved through micro pigment colour correction. If you have stretch marks that are white or silver in colour and are flat in texture, then they are suitable for camouflage tattooing. However, if your stretch marks are new, purple or pink in colour, then ISR combined with Light Therapy may be the recommended treatment instead.

Individuals with specific medical conditions may not be able to undergo certain treatments. These conditions are;

• Hemophilia / bleeding disorders
• Active infection of any type (bacterial, viral, or fungal)
• Skin Cancer
• Blood thinner medications
• Keloid/hypertrophic scarring
• Cardiac disease/abnormalities
• Chemotherapy or radiation
• Recent laser hair removal treatment
• Collagen Vascular Disease
• Vascular lesions (hemangiomas)
• Not on Roaccutane or skin medication
• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding
• Suffer from infection such as hepatitis, HIV or rosacea

It is important for individuals to communicate any medical conditions they have to their healthcare provider prior to undergoing any treatments to ensure their safety and wellbeing.