Permanent makeup and the sun

Permanent makeup is a procedure during which a coloring pigment is implanted under the skin at a shallow depth. The result is brighter natural contours of the lips, eyes, the effect of decorative make-up or an even skin tone that masks minor imperfections.
Any permanent tattoo is an invasive intervention. Therefore, it is necessary to strictly follow the rules of preparation, choose a good professional artist, and make sure you don’t have any medical contraindications. Health always comes before beauty.
Regardless of whether you want to get a permanent eyebrow or lip tattoo, you need to properly protect yourself from the sun.

Important!. The longer you stay in the “direct” sun, the more likely your tattoo will lose the desired brightness and might even change the color.

Top most popular questions about tattooing and UV exposure

Is it possible to sunbathe?
It is possible if the PMU area has completely healed. But it is important to protect the area of ​​​​permanent makeup. To make your trip to the beach safe, add a wide-brimmed hat or cap to your “beach arsenal”, use sunscreen with a maximum SPF, try to stay in the shade.

Fresh tattoo in summer: is it possible?
The recovery period is ~4 weeks. At this time, it is necessary to minimize exposure to the sun while your skin is still recovering and the pigment hasn’t fully stabilized.

Is it enough to use sunscreen?
Even the maximum level of protection does not give full guarantees. Additional headgear is required.

Why can’t you sunbathe right before getting a tattoo?
The upper layers of the epidermis will change their color, become more sensitive. This will complicate the work of the artist. Thus, there is a high probability of picking the wrong shade, as well as causing more trauma. Sunburn itself is traumatic, so healing will take longer.

There are special sunscreens designed for tattoos. They have not only a high protective index, but also components responsible for the safety of the pigment. Put them on before going to the beach.

It is better to skip the hours of especially active sun (namely, from 10 am to 4 pm). Even a short walk can be harmful. Try to be in the sun as little as possible during this time.

Of course, the quality of the result depends largely on the skill of the specialist, their ability to choose the “right” shade, find the “approach” specifically to your skin and do the job in the best possible way. Choose a specialist responsibly, study the healed work and reviews of other clients, and do not hesitate to ask additional questions. If you are 100% confident in the artist, then strictly follow their recommendations – and you will get an impeccable permanent makeup that adorns you!