A female asked:
How often do you need a touch up when it comes to permanent makeup? i am interested in getting permanent makeup but not if i have to get it touched a lot. how frequently is it suggested that the permanent makeup is touched up?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. James Ridgwayanswered
Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery
Touch : Touch up procedures are not common as these procedures are tattoos. However, there will be some fading or spreading of pigment over time as your body attempts to remove the tattoo.
Be healthy and be well,
james m. Ridgway, md.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Richard Fleminganswered
Facial Plastic Surgery 53 years experience
Tattoos : Tattoos do occasionally need to be touched up but this is not frequent. For a more in depth answer call marilyn martinis who does permanent make up and medical tattooing her # is 1-310-795-0597.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Oct 4, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.