Pigment is placed on your lash line to appear and density of your lashes giving you subtle liner effect.

Eyeliner tattoo is a form of cosmetic tattooing, often referred to as semi-permanent makeup, that is done by a trained technician. The pigment used is very different from body tattooing ink and is only deposited on the first layer of skin.

How many sessions does it take to remove saline? Most clients need between 2 and 6 saline tattoo removal sessions to completely remove the PMU, but there are cases where as many as 10 sessions are necessary to get rid of all the pigment. Saline removal is basically reverse tattooing. The technique used is similar to whatever was used for initial pigment implementation. Saline microblading removal can be done with a machine or a manual shading tool. If you want to remove PMU applied with a machine, the tech will use a machine. The tool or a machine is used to open up the skin above the unwanted pigments. Then, a special removal solution based on salt – a saline solution – is injected into the cuts. The solution dries up the pigments. That’s the first half of the process. Once the cuts start to heal, a scab is formed. The pigments that were dried up get lifted and stuck in the scab, and once the scab falls off, the pigment goes with it. That’s why some PMU removal techs call this process controlled scabbing. How Does Emergency Saline Removal Work? If you immediately decide you don’t like your PMU tattoo, you can get emergency tattoo removal within 48 hours of the procedure. It’s done by applying the saline solution directly onto the treated area. There’s no need to open up the skin, since it still hasn’t started closing up from the PMU treatment. How Many Sessions of Saline Tattoo Removal Do I Need? Most clients need between 2 and 6 saline tattoo removal sessions to completely remove the PMU, but there are cases where as many as 10 sessions are necessary to get rid of all the pigment. The course of the saline tattoo removal is very individual and unpredictable. It depends on: how saturated with pigment the tattoo is how old it is how deep the pigments were injected the composition of the pigment and how your skin reacts to the treatment. So be prepared for multiple sessions if you want to remove the tattoo completely. If, however, you’re planning on getting a fresh PMU, it may be enough to just lighten the old tattoo enough for it to be camouflaged. In that case, 1-2 sessions may be enough. Book a consultation appointment with the removal tech so that they can assess the situation. How Many Sessions of Saline Tattoo Removal Do I Need?Image source: Instagram @empressbrowpdx How Long Do I Have to Wait Between Sessions? After each saline tattoo removal session, the skin needs time to heal and recover before repeating the treatment – 6 to 8 weeks. If you don’t let the skin heal completely, there’s a risk of damaging the skin and permanent scarring. This means that during saline removal permanent makeup still stays visible, albeit less with every session, and that the process can last for months. Saline Tattoo Removal Healing Process Since the technique is basically the same as pigment implementation, the saline removal healing process will be very similar to the period after getting PMU. Right after the treatment, the area treated will be red, tender, and even a bit swollen. As the micro-wounds start to heal, you’ll go through a scabbing stage, and once the scabs fall off, the surface healing is over. It’s crucial you don’t pick the scabs and let them fall off on their own – otherwise, you risk damaging the skin and developing an infection. Internal healing will continue for about 4 weeks more – the tissue needs to recover completely. Saline Tattoo Removal Healing ProcessImage source: Instagram @kbrowspmu Saline Removal Aftercare Just like it was the case with initial implementation, you need to follow a saline removal aftercare routine to make sure the area heals properly. Follow these tips after each saline tattoo removal treatment to avoid complications: Keep the treated area clean and dry during the first 2-3 days. Clean as instructed by your removal technician. From day 3, use a moisturizer recommended by the technician to help the wound heal faster and to minimize itching. Don’t pick the scabs if you want to avoid scarring. Avoid heat, hot water, heavy sweating, swimming, and sun exposure. Stay hydrated. Avoid high-pressure water. Refrain from alcohol and smoking. Saline Tattoo Removal for Each PMU Treatment Saline Eyebrow Tattoo Removal Saline eyebrow tattoo removal works for any brow PMU style, and even for outdated tattoos done with ink. It’s quite safe, and the risk of scarring is minimal if the tech knows what they’re doing – they’re not supposed to go too deep, and they shouldn’t overwork the skin – it’s safe to go slow with saline microblading removal. PMU Eyeliner Saline Removal Trickier than saline eyebrow tattoo removal. Not all removal technicians work on eyelids, as the skin in that area is very thin and delicate, so it requires a special technique and expertise. If you’re dealing with an unwanted eyeliner, it may be a challenge finding an artist who is skilled enough to remove it. Be careful! A tech who doesn’t have experience working on that particular area can cause permanent scarring. With eyeliner PMU, the most common issue is pigments migrating outside the desired outline, causing the tattoo to look smudged and messy. These minor imperfections can be solved within 1 or 2 sessions. If you want to remove the entire tattoo, it will probably take 4+ sessions. It’s not possible to remove a waterline tattoo. Permanent Eyeliner Saline RemovalImage source: Instagram @remove.tattoo.mahsadorri Lip Tattoo Saline Removal If you’re dealing with an unwanted PMU lip liner on the skin above the lips rather than on the lips themselves, the issue can be solved quite easily with saline tattoo removal. The skin around the lips is relatively thick and the risk of scarring is minimal. Full lip color or lip blush removal is not advisable. PMU Lip Tattoo Saline RemovalImage source: Instagram @kmk_advanced_beauty_training_ Scalp Micropigmentation Saline Removal It’s not possible to remove scalp micropigmentation with saline removal. The area is simply too large to be treated this way. The only option is laser removal. Is Saline Tattoo Removal Safe? Unlike laser removal, saline tattoo removal is safe for dark skin, too. If done right, PMU and microblading saline removal is completely safe. That said, the technician has to be trained, certified, and have a meticulous technique. The potential risks of saline removal are: Scarring. If the technician cuts too deep or overworks the skin, there’s the chance of permanent scarring occurring. Infection. Since the skin is broken, there’s always the chance of catching an infection. That’s why you should only book with certified techs who work in sterile conditions, and follow the prescribed aftercare routine as closely as possible. Allergy. The saline solution used could potentially cause an allergic reaction. That’s why the tech should do a patch test before the treatment. Does Saline Tattoo Removal Hurt? Since numbing cream is applied to the area before the procedure starts, you shouldn’t feel pain during the procedure. That said, there might be some discomfort. The process is very similar to the initial pigmentation, so you should expect the same experience. You may feel pressure or a scratching sensation. How Much Does Saline Tattoo Removal Cost? Saline tattoo removal is charged per session, and the cost varies from one technician to another. The average cost of a session is around $250, but the prices range from $100 to $500. The price primarily depends on the experience of the tech, so a higher cost is often justified. Some techs charge a different price for emergency saline tattoo removal. The price for that is either cheaper than for regular removal since they don’t need to open up the skin, or higher, because of short-notice bookings. In any case, the difference is no more than $50 to $100. Saline Removal Pros and Cons The benefits: It’s effective It works for almost all PMU procedures It works for all pigment colors It’s safe for dark skin, too The downsides: It can get pricey, since you need multiple sessions It can drag out for months There’s a risk of permanent scarring and infection, albeit minimal It entails a healing process after each session Saline Removal Treatment Pros and ConsImage source: Instagram @laylahinchen Saline Tattoo Removal – Main Takeaways Saline tattoo removal is one of the most efficient methods of removing unwanted PMU. It works for almost all PMU treatments and can remove pigments of any color, unlike laser, which doesn’t work for reddish and yellow pigments. It requires multiple sessions – 2 to 6 usually – each priced at around $250. The sessions need to be booked 6-8 weeks apart in order to allow the skin to heal properly.