Colors
Talc-free pigments, whether iron oxide or organic are vital to prevent foreign body reactions. The debate continues about the safety of inorganic versus organic pigments and particle size of pigments used in permanent makeup. Because no pigments for tattooing are FDA approved, the suppliers of pigments are largely responsible for the purity and safety of the colorants used in their products.
Inert colorants, dyes, iron oxide, carmine and organic pigments are readily available from various sources. Most labeling of these colors does not reflect the ingredients contained in the pigments and their dispersal agents. Some even say “Not for Implanting Into the Skin”. Little attention is paid to such warnings by practitioners.
Commonly, dispersal agents have included alcohol, witch Hazel, castor oil, propylene glycol, glycerin, distilled water, and alkalinizing or acidifying solutions needed for a colorant to stay in solution. The use of alcohol, Witch Hazel and high or low pH inks and dyes causes severe burning of the eyes and corneal damage. A pH neutral, alcohol-free dispersal agent for colorants needs to be perfected for use on eyeliner.

Pain Control
Women who would otherwise enjoy the benefits of permanent cosmetics have avoided the procedures due to the pain which they fear they would have to endure. Ice cubes, Valium, pain killers and designated drivers were required by those who underwent permanent makeup prior to 1996 and the advent of topical anesthetic creams and gels which are both safe and effective. Dentists are rarely needed for “dental block” anesthesia for lipcolor.
With safe and effective topicals DOTC Blue™, NumQuick™ Purple and TAG#45 Gel to control pain, swelling and bleeding, clients enjoy excellent analgesia and practitioners are able to work faster with less stress.
In a 1993 written statement concerning eyeliner safety, the FDA acknowledged that local anesthetics are routinely used in permanent makeup procedures. There are no final monographs (regulations) for local anesthetics considered safe and effective for OTC use except for preparations for diaper rash, anorectal discomfort and male genital desensitizers.

Posted on September 2nd, 2008 by admin
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