WHAT IS VITILIGO CAMOUFLAGE ?

Vitiligo Camouflage is a safe tattooing method that fills in vitiligo patches with pigments that match the surrounding skin.

Each client gets a custom color match the day of their appointment using a state of the art skin matching device with 99.3% accuracy in color match . After filling in the vitiligo with skin color pigments, the healing process takes place (around 3-6 weeks). Once is healed, the vitiligo area looks the similar if not the same color as the surrounding skin. This treatment provides permanent results, usually three sessions are needed but treatment sessions varies depending on the severity of the case

AM I CANDIDATE FOR VITILIGO CAMOUFLAGE?

Yes, as long as the vitiligo is on inactive phase.

Please see the following contraindications for this procedure and when it is NOT advised!

Pink (new) vitiligo spots

Pregnant or Nursing.

Diabetic

Hyperpigmentation. Issues with keloids or scarring.

Use of accutane and/or retinol (in the past 6 months).

Undergoing chemotherapy (Consult with your doctor)

Feeling sick!

DOES VITILIGO CAMOUFLAGE HURT?

In some areas Pain is associated, But defiantly tolerable.

You can immediately return to your life routine after the procedure, following the after care instructions given in your appointment.

WHAT TO AVOID PRIOR VITILIGO CAMOUFLAGE?

Aspirin or ibuprofen 24-48 hours prior to your appointment.

Alcohol, caffeine, blood thinner 24 hours before your appointment.

Fish oil or Vitamin E one week prior to your appointment (they are natural blood thinners).

WHAT TO AVOID AFTER VITILIGO CAMOUFLAGE?

Avoid wearing tight clothing for the next 2 - 3 days.

Avoid scratching or peeling to prevent infection or discolouration.

Avoid excessive sweating for 7 days. Moderate exercise is fine after 2 days of the treatment.

Avoid exposing the area to the full water pressure of the shower for 7 days.

Avoid tanning and swimming (beach, pool, jacuzzi, bath, etc.) for 40 days. Stick to a quick rinse in the shower.

Avoid sunscreen, self-tanning or any cream that contains Vitamin D for 40 days.

Avoid perfume and deodorant near or in the treated area.

CAN I SUNTAN AFTER THE PROCEDURE?

Yes! You can suntan once the area is fully healed (around 30 days). It is STRONGLY recommended to avoid sun exposure during the healing process, discolouration might occur.

For best long-term results, we recommend to apply a high SPF on the treated area prior to sun exposure.

NOTE: Once healed —> Vitiligo Camouflage DO NOT change color or fade away when you tan. It is safe to go to the beach/pool.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I TAN?

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HOW LONG DOES THE PROCEDURE TAKE?

The length of the treatment depends on the size of the area to be treated.

On average, it takes 30 min to 4 hrs.

HOW QUICKLY WILL I SEE THE RESULT AFTER THE PROCEDURE?

30 to 90 days after your initial treatment. You should have a reliable visible indication of your final result.

After the procedure, you may experience some mild irritation, redness and swelling, which can last up to one week.

During the third week, the treated area will slightly get darker. DO NOT PANIC! It is healing.

Once this has subsided, you will begin to see the result of your treatment.

We advise you to book a follow up consultation after 45 days of your treatment as we may need to do some minor touch up.

HOW LONG DOES THE RESULT LAST?

The Camouflage treatment provides permanent results if providing the right after care protocol.

CAN I GET THE TREATMENT DONE IF MY SKIN IS TANNED?

No, we recommend that you undergo the treatment when your skin is in its natural color (not tanned).

This ensures that we are able to mix the pigment that best match your natural color.

NOTE: Price includes 3 sessions. See camouflage pricing info page***

Email us a clear photo(s) of the area(s) you would like to treat: Poshlash.beauty@gmail.com