SPMU Eyeliner
What is SPMU Eyeliner?
SPMU Eyeliner is a tattoo procedure, unlike traditional cosmetic tattooing, it is less invasive and is considered semi-permanent.
It enhances and defines your eyes, helping to give the illusion of bigger, brighter eyes.
How long does it last?
As the pigments are not implanted into the skin as deep as traditional tattoos, the area will naturally fade overtime. It can last upto 6 years, depending on skin type (normal, oily, dry), age (youthful/mature). Skincare routine will also affect the lasting effect of the pigment: patients who tan, or use products with AHA or Glycolic Acid with fade faster as the skin will resurface faster.
If you are a frequent smoker, "sun worshipper" or have an irregular thyroid, liver, stomach, hormonal imbalance, unbalanced diet and stress these also effect the pigment durability. meaning you may have poor retention and poor lasting results.
How long does it take?
2 hours.
How long is the healing process?
It takes up to 2 weeks, for any scabbing to disappear, but around 4-6 weeks to see the true colour, as it will get darker in the first week, lighter in the second and then start to come back as the skin heals.
The eyeliner will lighten up in color as it heals. No down time is required after the procedure. It takes approximately 7-14 days to heal over, and about 1 month for the colour to fully set in. You'll notice the colour is very light right after the two weeks after healing; the skin will have an opaque milky looking quality to it. This is known as the milk skin and is common in tattooing. This is due to the the tissue still healing from the inside out even though the surface of the skin is healed. True color will reveal itself once healed.
Is the top up necessary?
Without a top up, skin regeneration may cause you may loose pigment when healing, causing the liner to look uneven or patchy and without the top up it may not last.
Can I get my touch up session sooner than 4 weeks?
Touch up sessions should not be done earlier than 4 weeks after the initial session as pigment colour has not fully settles into the skin. Most importantly, this is to prevent scar damage as the tissue requires time to completely heal.
Is it painful?
The pain level for the procedure is considered mild to none, depending on the client, the feeling of the procedure has been described as light cat scratches to not feeling anything. Having this service performed during your menstrual cycle may increase discomfort during your procedure and it is recommended you don’t have it done on day 1 or 2 of your cycle. If you have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, be aware that this may affect your sensitivity tolerance to the procedure.
After the procedure, redness and slight swelling in the area is normal. Clients describe the area feeling similar to a light sunburn. Clients can take Tylenol but not aspirin or ibuprofen.
Am I suitable?
SPMU is not suitable for the following candidates:
Using Accutane,
Those with heart conditions or using heart medications,
Diabetics (will require a doctor's note)
Those who have had Botox in the last 2 weeks
Those who have had been in the sun 4 weeks prior
Those who have had a chemical peels in the last 2 weeks
Allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine or epinephrine
Anyone who has any serious medical conditions may require a physician's note.
Pregnant or nursing clients
How do I know it will suit me?
SPMU Eyeliner is tailor made to suit each, individual client, we know each individual is different, one style does not suit all. So together we will choose a shape to suit and enhance your eye shape.
Is there any prior care/aftercare?
Yes, these will be emailed across to you, along with medical and consent forms and appointment reminders.
Will I need a patch test?
Yes, at Ely SPMU & Aesthetic Clinic our clients safety and well being is our top priority! We do not cut corners, or take any risks, meaning your mind can be put at ease, you are in safe hands