STRETCH MARKS
Stretch marks are scars that form when the skin stretches or shrinks rapidly. This change in the skin causes the collagen and elastin to break, and during the healing process, they appear as wavy red scars. Stretch marks can be flat, raised, or even slightly indented. They fade over time but can reappear with any rapid and significant change in skin stretching.
Note
If you plan to become pregnant in the future or plan to lose a significant amount of weight, it might be best to wait, as there might be more stretch marks to cover after these events. This also applies if you are a man and plan to gain a lot of muscle mass. Additionally, new stretch marks where there is already a tattoo might damage and change the appearance of the tattoo.
If you are interested in tattooing over the marks, it might not be a problem. However, it is important to come in for a personal consultation where we can assess the area and recommend the right procedure. Before tattooing, we recommend using a collagen cream in advance to allow the skin to regenerate a bit.
Not Suitable Now Suitable
Stretch Marks Camouflage with Tattooing
Are you troubled by unsightly stretch marks? This issue is very common and bothers many women. You don't need to be ashamed of them, but if you want to get rid of them, we have a great tip for you. Forget about oils, creams, and expensive salon treatments. At IvanTATTOOKOŠICE, we offer you an innovative solution that works surprisingly well.
Our method involves special tattooing, where we fill in the contours of the stretch marks with skin-colored ink. The color blends smoothly into the small scars on the skin, making them merge with your natural skin tone. After healing, the skin looks smoother and the color more even. To achieve the most natural result, it is recommended to undergo treatment to even out all ridges before camouflage tattooing, as the tattooing will only adjust the coloring.
Although stretch marks may be slightly visible in certain lighting, the optical illusion makes them less noticeable. Photos before and after the procedure show significant improvement, appreciated by many of our clients.
Covering Stretch Marks with Tattoos
It's important that the tattoo flows with the body's muscles, making it much harder to notice imperfections in the design and on the skin. A design that blends will draw the eye away from the stretch marks by emphasizing the body's curves.
Part of covering stretch marks involves masking them. While it might seem like a good idea to darken the area with skin-colored ink, the difference in skin tone may still be visible. The best way to mask the skin is to create a tattoo with plenty of design elements and texture instead of using straight lines. This is what makes Japanese-style tattoos great for tattooing over stretch marks and covering scars.
SCARS
A scar is a permanent mark on the skin that forms when the body heals after a skin injury. It forms during the healing process and extends beyond the original wound. The appearance of a scar depends on the size and depth of the wound, the location, the healing duration, and the patient's age. There are several types of scars: keloid scars, hypertrophic scars, atrophic scars, and acne scars. All of these can be tattooed over, but each has its specifics.
Covering Scars with Tattoos
Whether it's a scar from an injury or a burn, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We encounter scars frequently, and we even have them ourselves. Scars must be healed and old enough to be covered with a tattoo. It is always necessary to consult beforehand and not come directly with the intent to tattoo over a scar. Many scars can be successfully softened with creams, making the tattoo even more beautiful.
Incorporating Scars into Tattoos
Another reason to tattoo over a scar is if it happens to be in an area where you want a tattoo. In this case, the tattoo can be used to highlight the scar or the shape of the scar can be used to create a tattoo design.
