Scar Camouflage Treatments at DAELA Portland

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• Scar Camouflage Tattoo: Scar camouflage tattoo involves using specialized cosmetic tattooing inks to blend the scar with the surrounding skin tone, making it less noticeable.  
• If you have scars and skin areas that no longer have pigment or no longer match your natural skin tone, then this procedure may be perfect for you.
• Flesh-tone pigments matched perfectly to your skin tone, ensure your scar blends with the surrounding area.
• After multiple treatments, your scars will be less noticeable and some people may never know they existed.
• Learn more in this blog!

Cost Effective & Healthy

• Inkless Scar Serum Treatments are an effective and non-invasive replacement for costly laser treatments.
• Scar serum treatments are one of the best ways to minimize the appearance of scars.
• The process utilizes a vitamin serum (without pigment or colors) and allows us to use a tattoo machine to micro-needle the serum into scars or stretch marks, reducing their appearance.

• Radiation markers are placed on the body near the area being treated by radiation. Sometimes these markers are small tattoos.
• We combine  micropigmentation with tattoo ink to disguise your radiation markers with flesh-pigment ink.
• The end result is a dot or mark that looks like a small moles or freckle. This camouflage tattoo can be done on any part of your body.

Consultations are important.

We can consult via email or text with photos provided by you.

• All scar treatment appointments must have a prior consult, via email, with photos.
• Not all scars can be treated with tattoo camouflage or serum treatments, but we can work on most scars. Please reach out for a free consultation!
• Most treatments involve multiple sessions. A consult allows us to accurately quote you a price for your treatment series.

Your scar needs heal for at least one year. Not all scars can be camouflaged. Please fill out our form and upload photos and we will assess your unique situation.

The process involves minimal pain.

Scar tissue does not usually have the same amount of feeling as healthy tissue.

• The camouflage process is typically pain free, however, we are happy to use topical numbing to relieve pain if needed!  

Some of them, yes.

We understand the importance of minimizing self-harm scars.

• If the scars are lighter in color than the surrounding skin, then we can use scar camouflage tattoo to minimize the appearance of the scars.
• Read this article in The Columbian about this subject.

Yes!

This is actually the easiest place for scar camouflage.

• We also offer velvet lip tattooing. If you have a scar that extends through your lips onto your skin, we can do the lip blush tattoo in conjunction with scar camouflage on the outside of the lip.

• Inkless Scar Serum Treatment utilizes a tattoo machine, without ink. A rotary tattoo machine is used to cause controlled trauma to the scar tissue while inserting a specialized serum into the skin.
• This treatment triggers the body to jumpstart the healing process and will minimize and soften the scar.
• Scar Camouflage Tattoo uses skin tone ink which camouflages the scar to match the surrounding skin tone. 

Scar revision is for anyone 18 or older who wants to minimize the appearance of their scars. However, this service is not recommended for those who are prone to keloids or severe hyperpigmentation. Also, scars must be at least one year old to be considered for treatment.

No!

Microneedling and scar serum treatments are not the same. Microneedling requires a different machine that has larger cartridges with many needles. Scar revision, on the other hand, uses cartridges with fewer needles to easily penetrate the skin and focus on the specific scar and stretch mark that needs treatment. Because of its unique characteristics, it's believed scar serum treatment is a more effective scar and stretch mark treatment than microneedling.

Scar serum treatment is a permanent solution. You may only notice discrepancies if your weight is unstable. 

Both treatments typically take 2 sessions, but sometimes, more sessions are necessary. It will ultimately depend on the size and depth of the scar and the amount of trauma there was to the skin.

There's no set timeline for when your skin will heal after your scar treatment. Typically, it takes about four weeks-eight weeks to heal. Afterward, your artist can determine if more sessions are required. 

No. Scar treatments will not completely eliminate the appearance of your scars. However, most people notice a 50-70% improvement after they complete their treatment.  

Preparing for your appointment is as important as following aftercare instructions. 

Here are some things you need to know!

• Before your appointment, buy a cold press to use for your aftercare healing. 
• No sauna or tanning 1 week prior
• No blood thinners or pain killers 1 week prior
• No caffeine 24 hours before your appointment
• No alcohol 24 hours before your appointment
• Shower, clean the area being treated. 
• Do not put any oils, lotions, or creams on the area being treated on the day of your appointment.
• Wear loose fitting clothing to your appointment.
• Eat before your appointment to promote good feelings and help with your pain threshold.

Not following these guidelines may result in the need to reschedule your appointment!

Follow the aftercare instructions and use the aftercare products recommended or provided to you by your artist. 

• Wear loose fitting clothing.

• Apply a cold compress over the top of your clothing on the treated area every 2-4 hours for 10 minutes for the first 2 days to help with swelling and faster healing times.

• Wash your hands first! To keep the area clean: Gently wash with a mild unscented cleanser. 

• For at least 5 days avoid vigorous exercise that may cause excessive sweating, and hot environments like saunas/hot tubs/pools or hot showers/baths.

• Do not apply makeup or skincare products on the treated area for 2 weeks.

• DO NOT PICK OR DISTURB THE TREATED AREAS. Picking can cause scarring, extended healing times and undesirable results.

• Refrain from sun exposure and always use an SPF 40 or higher on the treated area when exposed to the sun. 

• Do not worry about the area appearing darker and bolder, it will soften and lighten.

• Refrain from microdermabrasion and strong chemical peels in the treated area until completely healed and you have completed all treatments.

Each client’s skin will respond differently, both in the length of time it takes to heal, and the number of sessions needed for your desired results.  This information acts as a guideline only, and we cannot guarantee your results. Every client's treatment plan is unique to their treatment, skin trauma and health history.

Preparing for your appointment is as important as following aftercare instructions. 

Here are some things you need to know!

• Before your appointment, buy a cold press to use for your aftercare healing. 
• No sauna or tanning 1 week prior
• No blood thinners or pain killers 1 week prior
• No caffeine 24 hours before your appointment
• No alcohol 24 hours before your appointment
• Shower, clean the area being treated. 
• Do not put any oils, lotions, or creams on the area being treated on the day of your appointment.
• Wear loose fitting clothing to your appointment.
• Eat before your appointment to promote good feelings and help with your pain threshold.

Not following these guidelines may result in the need to reschedule your appointment!

Follow the aftercare instructions and use the aftercare products recommended or provided to you by your artist. 

• Wear loose-fitting clothing.

• Apply a cold compress over the top of your clothing on the treated area every 2-4 hours for 10 minutes for the first 2 days to help with swelling and faster healing times.

• Wash hands First! Keep the area clean: Gently wash with a mild unscented cleanser. 

• For at least 5 days avoid vigorous exercise that may cause excessive sweating, and hot environments like saunas/hot tubs/pools or hot showers/baths

• Do not apply makeup or skincare products on the treated area for 2 weeks.

• Do not pick or disturb the tattooed areas. Picking can cause scarring or undesirable pigmentation loss.

• Refrain from sun exposure. Always use an SPF 40 or higher on the treated area when exposed to the sun. 

• Color Changes: Do not worry about the area appearing darker and bolder, it will soften and lighten.

• Refrain from microdermabrasion and strong chemical peels in the treated area.

• You can never have laser treatments on the treated area, forever.

Each client’s skin will respond differently, both in the length of time it takes to heal, and the number of sessions needed for your desired results.  This information acts as a guideline only, and we cannot guarantee your results. Every client's treatment plan is unique to their treatment, skin trauma and health history.  It is imperative you follow the aftercare instructions provided to you by your artist.

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