Permanent Makeup Removal London – Emergency & Laser
Over the last decade, permanent makeup has become extremely popular and widely available. The results are often very flattering, but unfortunately on occasions, due to bad technique, colour choice, migrations and pigment saturation, there is the need for permanent makeup and microblading removal.
How to remove permanent makeup
There are a number of really effective ways to remove permanent makeup and they fall into the following categories:
- Emergency Removal – within 48 hours of treatment, solution based
- Laser Removal – using a laser to breakdown the pigment and remove
- Manual Removal – these include Saline, Alkaline and Acid Removals
What is the best way to remove permanent makeup?
This will depend on a number of factors:
- Where the pigment is? Brows, Lips, Eyeliner etc
- How old the pigment is
- How saturated the pigment is (very faded or packed with pigment)
- What colour the pigment is
- Your skin type and tone
- How much downtime
How can I remove Microblading?
The same options are used for microblading and machine permanent makeup, we use Laser, Li-ft and other manual options. Removing microblading especially Emergency Microblading removal can be extremely effective.
We appreciate that you may not know which would be the best option for you so will be happy to recommend a treatment plan for you once we have assessed the area. This will be the safest and most effective option for your enhancement.
Emergency Permanent Makeup Removal
Emergency Removals for Microblading and PMU
Are you unhappy with recent microblading, eyeliner or lip blush? Our emergency removal can be performed within 48 hours of treatment to lift fresh pigment before it settles.
Why choose emergency removal
- Up to ~80% lift in the first session (case dependent)
- Available for brows, eyeliner and lips
- Gentle protocols: Li-FT procedure or MM (selected after assessment)
- Allows us to remove more pigment than when it has healed.
- Best option for microblading removal
Once healed, we can continue removing your pigment (if required) using laser, Li-FT, MM or magnetic removal for the best overall outcome.
Emergency removal is most effective when performed as early as possible, we will try to make room for your appointment so please do get in touch with us to discuss.
Laser Removal
This is an excellent option for very dark and heavily pigmented brows and eyeliners, it is also a useful tool in ‘colour switching’ brows that have turned red or ashy.
People often are hesitant to have laser removals as they believe that they will lose their brow hair, this is a misconception as this type of laser (Q-switched Nd:YAG) isn’t used for hair removal and is very safe to use on brows or eyeliners.
The configuration of this laser is specifically designed for removal of permanent makeup which makes it significantly more gentle than traditional ‘tattoo removal’ lasers. As with all removal methods, multiple sessions and we will ask you to come for a patch test the week before your treatment to test settings and any colour changes in your pigment.
Please note that laser removal may not be appropriate for darker skin tones, lip removals or very light coloured pigments.
Benefits of Laser
- Often the fastest route to removal
- Less downtime than other removal methods
- Can be used to ‘switch’ unwanted tones in the brows such as reds/greys and to tone down work
- Our laser is specifically designed for the removal of permanent makeup
Best For
- Dark pigment in brows and eyeliner
- Removing areas with a lot of pigment
- Removing Red tones from brows
We recommend that you work with a practitioner that understands skin types and tones to avoid any complications during removals as cited in the National Institute of Health Article
LI-FT Removal
The Li-ft removal treatment was developed by Li Pigments and is an extremely effective saline based removal system. This is our preferred option for Energency Removals due to it’s safety factor – this must be within 48 hours of the pigmentation. We also use Li-ft to remove pigment that we cannot remove with lasers including green, yellow and white pigments.
MM Removal
This versatile removal system uses Alkaline and Glycolic for the most effective removal of very stubborn pigment. The MM system is more invasive than our other offerings and therefore the downtime will be extended. This is a great option for anyone who wants to accelerate the removal of their permanent makeup and reduce the number of sessions.
Effective removal of stubborn and old pigment
- Reduced number of sessions for removal
- Effective removal of stubborn and old pigment including eyebrows, eyeliner and lip liner
- Can be used for Emergency Removal on all areas
Magnetic Removal
This gentle new system removes pigment without the significant downtime and healing process of previous methods (laser, acid, saline). It is safe, effective and can be used with all skin types and on all colours of pigment including camouflage. This option is great for very faded or fresh work as it is so gentle.
The removal solution is applied using the 88 needle and the pigment is ‘pulled’ out of the skin. The combination of the magnetic needle attracting the metals in the pigment combined with the ultrasonic effect of the 88 configuration makes this one of the most gentle and effective removal methods we have encountered. Best of all, treatments can be repeated every 3-4 weeks rather than 8 weeks for saline/laser etc meaning that your tattoo can be removed more quickly. If your brows are heavily pigmented then other methods may be more appropriate.
- No downtime – shower and play sports the same day
- No scabbing or trauma to the area
- Non invasive removal of pigment from the brows, eyeliner, lips and body
- Removes all colours including Beige, Red, Blue, & white
Why Choose Borciani London
We have over a decade of experience in Permanent Makeup and are one of the only clinics in the country to be able to offer all methods of removal and laser eyeliner removal. We have worked with most pigments and methods over the years and have performed thousands of procedures.
This depth of knowledge gives us the advantage of understanding how pigment changes over time and therefore which will be the best method of removal for you.
We are a proud member of the British Medical Laser Association (BMLA) who promote safety in the field and are responsible for establishing the guidelines for medical laser treatments
Learn About Permanent Makeup Removal Options
Watch this short video explaining emergency, laser, Li-FT saline, MM alkaline and magnetic removal—what each is best for, downtime and expected timelines.
Commonly Asked Questions
who should have permanent makeup removal?
Anyone wishing to remove permanent makeup- either because they do not like the shape/colour or because the pigment has faded into an unflattering shade.
Please note, we are unable to treat you if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have auto immune conditions. Please check our medical forms for a full list of contraindications.
how quickly can I remove permanent makeup
We can see you immediately after your unwanted procedure for an emergency removal (up to 48 hours). If it is past 48 hours then we will need to wait a month before treatment
What if I am nervous?
It’s quite normal to be nervous before your treatment, especially if it is your first time. We will make sure that you are as comfortable as possible (and will use topical anaesthetics), the Borciani London staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about your treatment.
how quickly can I get permanent makeup after removal
We will let you skin heal for 8-12 weeks after removal before reapplying
Do I need to do anything to prepare for my permanent makeup removal?
The better the condition of your skin, the better the results, please avoid any chemical peels, Retinols for 1 week and do not take any blood thinners for 48 hours before your treatment. Please also avoid sun exposure especially with laser removals.
how many sessions will I need?
This will really depend on a number of factors such as the amount of pigment in the skin, the age of the pigment, the depth of the work and how your immune system processes the treatment. We will usually see people for 3-6 sessions.
how will I look after permanent makeup removal?
This will depend on the removal method. For Magnetic, there is very little downtime and for MM and Li-ft you will have quite red brows which will form a scab, this will normally fall off within a week.
how much does permanent makeup removal cost in London?
Emergency removal is £250 within 48 hours.
Standard PMU removal is £275 for the first session and £220 for each session thereafter.
Laser removal starts from £350
See our Pricing page for the latest fees.
how long does it take to remove permanent makeup
Treatments are 45-60 minutes depending on the method.
Is laser removal safe for darker skin tones?
Laser is not recommended for very dark skin tones due to pigmentation risks, we can asses, patch test and discuss the options with you.
