Over time, spending half an hour daily on makeup in the morning can overwhelm even avid lovers of decorative cosmetics. But what to do if you want to be irresistible even in the middle of the night or at 6 in the morning? Eye tattooing solves the problem with arrows, and for many also with mascara! You will no longer have to hastily adjust your ponytails ten times to make them symmetrical!
How to choose a color for an eye tattoo
It seems that everything is simple with the arrows - take the black one, and you won’t go wrong. But this is not entirely true, especially if you want a natural effect. Black suits only brunettes and sometimes dark-eyed blondes. Light-eyed and fair-haired girls should pay attention to shades of gray, and fair-haired and brown-haired girls should pay attention to brown. Sometimes you can add a little color - the master will help you choose the best option.
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Type three: colored (decorative)
As already noted, the color of the arrows is limited only by your imagination and corresponding desire. Both the main line of the arrow and the shading tone with a preferred gradient can be filled with colored pigment.
Expert opinion again guides a set of recommendations. If the classic range of hand colors: black, brown, gray, blue, green can be quite wear-resistant, then the experimental shades of pink and bluish-gray wear off after a month to the unattractive colors of bruises and swelling.
Choosing a form for eye tattooing
Experts do not recommend starting with bright and catchy arrows right away, because in real life they can quickly become boring. Most often, thin, neat forms are made to at the same time correct the shape of the eyes.
For example, straight and slightly elongated lines visually increase, and raised arrows from the middle of the eyelid compensate for a close fit. Narrow eyes can be widened with eyeliner that is thicker in the middle than at the edge. Round – lengthen, elongated and raised towards the temple. For an overhanging eyelid, you need a thin line between eyelashes that rises slightly towards the corner.
Procedure
Let us describe the main stages of this process:
- Initially, the artist examines the client and agrees with him on the type and color of the pigment, as well as the shape and thickness of the tattoo; so that the client can see the future result with his own eyes, for demonstration on the eyelids, lines can be drawn with an ordinary cosmetic pencil that accurately convey the future shape;
- if special eyelid correction is required, special arrow-shaped templates are made; with a regular tattoo they are not required - after all, the shape of the eyes itself is already a contour;
- the eyelids are fixed with a special cream or gel and anesthetic drugs are applied to them;
- Using devices with the finest needles, pigment is injected under the skin with pinpoint punctures;
- After completing the work, the cosmetologist treats the application areas with a wound-healing agent and provides instructions to the client on further tattoo care.
The choice of color shades for eyelid tattoos is quite large, so it will be better if you consider the color palette and make sure that this particular color suits you. In addition, most salons also have a portfolio in which all options for “arrows” are provided. This way you can see how they look in the final version.
The choice of color shades for eyelid tattoos is quite large, so it will be better if you consider the color palette and make sure that this particular color suits you
Advice! Do not be alarmed if immediately after tattooing the arrow (see photo of swollen eyes below), the result will not be visible. This small swelling will go away in 1-3 days. Don't be alarmed by the fact that within one or two weeks or a little longer the arrows will be brighter. After this time they will acquire the desired shade.
Eye tattoo techniques
To make eyelid tattooing look organic and beautiful, artists use different techniques. So you can choose any effect - from graphic arrows to delicate interlashes or light shading.
Graphic arrows
This is the most difficult technique because it does not allow misfires. In addition, you need perfectly smooth skin and a thoughtful shape. But keep in mind that such a tattoo will not look as bright as freshly applied glossy eyeliner. It makes sense to choose this technique if you have been doing approximately the same makeup every morning for years.
Feathering
This is a graphic eyeliner with a shadow effect for those who like brighter makeup. Shadows can be colored, but be careful with the choice of color! The shading is universal and looks great on all eyes; it allows experimentation with shape, but is not suitable for those who like complete naturalness.
Interciliary tattoo
This is the most natural and natural technique, and if performed correctly, no one will guess that you have done something. A good option for minor correction of eye shape, general expressiveness and for the first tattoo. But keep in mind that if you constantly extend your eyelashes, the space between the eyelashes will simply not be visible.
Type four: interlash filling
An extremely simple and harmless method of tattooing arrows, which has the lowest dissatisfaction rate in relation to long-term wearing of the pigment. The technical part consists of imperceptibly filling the interlash space with dark shades, determined by the client’s choice, which visually adds thickness to the eyelashes and expressiveness to the look.
At the same time, the eyelashes themselves do not look painted and eye makeup can be complemented at your own discretion, since this method, unlike the previous ones, does not create restrictions in this matter and, moreover, can be combined with other types of arrow tattoos.
Eye tattoo stages
The process itself is very simple - selection, creation of a sketch, anesthesia, introduction of pigment. Some time before the procedure, the beach, solarium and alcohol are contraindicated. Don’t be afraid that the anesthesia will wear off during tattooing - the artist will do it again. The duration of the procedure depends on the complexity: for example, between eyelashes – it takes about 40 minutes.
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Eyelid skin care after the procedure: stages of healing
During tattooing, the skin is injured, so the procedure is followed by a recovery process. During this period, proper skin care is important.
- On the first day, the skin swells and turns red. To relieve swelling, it is recommended to gently rinse your eyes with cool water or brewed green tea (without sugar or additives).
- Subsequently, crusts begin to form on the skin. During this period, water should be avoided. The crusts cannot be peeled off yourself, because... along with them you will remove part of the pigment. Dried skin should come off naturally.
- It is recommended to treat the inflamed area 2-4 times a day with gels containing panthenol. This will help relieve itching, swelling and redness.
- Complete tissue healing takes 2-3 weeks. During this period, you cannot use decorative cosmetics, as well as foams, lotions and other facial care cosmetics.
On the first day after the procedure, it is recommended to rinse your eyes with running water.
Actions for swelling and bruising
Pinpoint hemorrhages and swelling always appear in the first 2-5 days after applying the permanent. But if the redness, swelling and pain are too severe, then the use of special medications and home remedies is necessary.
- Ice compresses will help quickly relieve swelling at home. On the first day after the procedure, you need to apply ice cubes to your eyelids for 5-10 minutes every 2 hours.
- Dexamethasone eye drops will help relieve conjunctival irritation.
- The skin of the eyelids can be treated with gel or ointment and hydrocortisone (this is a powerful steroid hormonal agent that quickly relieves inflammation).
- If external medications do not help, a specialist may prescribe Prednisolone in tablet form.
- Sometimes diuretics are additionally used to help quickly remove excess fluid from the body.
All medications can only be used with the permission of a doctor.
How do eyelids heal after tattooing?
After 1-2 days, depending on your individual sensitivity, the swelling goes away. The color at this time still seems very bright and dark, but when the skin is completely regenerated, it will lighten. After a few days, crusts form, and after about a week the eyelids heal completely. But the final result can be assessed only after 1-1.5 months.
Pros and cons of permanent arrows
What advantages does such a technique have?
- It will take much less time to apply cosmetics;
- the arrows on your eyes will never be washed off with water, so you will always remain bright and attractive even after a shower, swimming pool or in the rain;
- with the help of an “arrow” tattoo you have the opportunity to change the shape of your eyes, visually enlarge them, decorate them in an oriental style and make the shape of your eyes more alluring;
- This technique is suitable for women of any age.
The winged lines on the eyes will never be washed off with water, so you will always remain bright and attractive even after a shower, swimming pool or in the rain.
Unfortunately, winged eye tattoos also have their disadvantages:
- for some time the eyes will be slightly swollen, so it is better to carry out the procedure on vacation or at least before long weekends or holidays;
- for 2–5 years, until permanent makeup fades and disappears completely, you will not have the opportunity to change your image.
Advice! To ensure healing occurs as quickly as possible, the day before visiting the salon, try not to drink alcohol, which dilates blood vessels. Also reduce or completely eliminate tea and coffee, which thin the blood. To avoid swelling, reduce the amount of fluid you consume these days.
Is tattoo correction necessary?
Any tattoo needs correction, and the master prescribes the first procedure when the result of the work is already visible. This is necessary to correct small details and, possibly, adjust the shade, because everyone’s skin behaves differently. But in the future, corrections are made once every 1-1.5 years, as necessary.
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Contraindications for eye tattooing
The procedure should not be performed in case of acute inflammation, infections, fungus, or poor blood clotting. If your skin is prone to keloid scars, this is also a contraindication. Such stress is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. And in general, if you doubt anything, consult a doctor.
A separate issue is the individual reaction of the skin to the pigment. The specialist can rule out allergies after a small test, but still the result can be unpredictable. Most often, problems arise with red shades, so with neutral arrows the risks are minimal.
Possible consequences
More often, applying arrows to the skin of the upper or lower eyelid goes quickly and smoothly. But it’s better to prepare for some consequences:
- In the first 2-3 days, severe swelling forms in the eye area. Many women complain of severe burning. As tissue regenerates, crusts form on the skin, which cannot be removed independently.
- The procedure can lead to infection of the tissues around the eyes, as well as damage to the conjunctiva. Sometimes, after applying permanent makeup, conjunctivitis, barley, an allergic reaction, tissue suppuration, and the formation of an allergic rash develop.
- If the master did the work poorly, then the edges of the arrows may be uneven, like the lines themselves on the skin.
- If blood vessels and nerve endings lie too close to the surface layers of the skin, they can be easily injured during the procedure.
- Sometimes after the injection of pigment, eyelashes begin to quickly fall out. This is a temporary phenomenon - the hairs will grow back within 3-4 weeks.
Eye tattoo - before and after photos
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Rehabilitation period
Those who have decided to tattoo their eyes are concerned about how long the recovery will take. After all, everyone knows that with all the effort, the skin is injured, and redness and swelling may occur.
In order for everything to pass as quickly as possible, you need to avoid getting your eyes wet and apply cooling compresses. If your eyeballs are red, we recommend using eye drops.
Let us note right away that after tattooing, you will not be able to go out into the world under any disguise for at least three days.
Even if the swelling is small, the contours of the eyeliner will look uneven, and the eyelids will be red and swollen.
If the drawing was applied only in the area of the upper eyelid, then it will heal in a period of three to seven days.
If you have made a correction, it may take more time.
