If you’ve ever wondered how to safely remove eyeliner, what aftercare actually leads to better pigment retention, or which pigments are
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No ointment for the first 24–48 hours
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Brows: Wait 24 hours before introducing ointment
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Eyeliner: Wait 48 hours
Why? Let oxygen do its job. The skin needs to breathe to begin healing properly.
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Blot — don’t skip this step
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Clients should blot the treated area every hour for the first 6–8 hours with a clean, damp paper towel. This removes weeping fluids, which if left to dry, cause scabbing that can pull pigment out of the skin.
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💡 Bonus: Teryn even tested different ointments on each brow or eyeliner side to compare healing. The verdict? Delayed ointment = better pigment retention.tatter-tip
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OMG Brow Pigments – creamy iron oxide-based pigments that offer high retention with smart fading
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Loaded Pigments – high-performance organics for shallow techniques (not ideal if you work deep!)
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👉 Teryn's rule: If you work deep or with large needles, avoid pigments with high carbon. If you work shallow with low saturation, high-carbon organics like Queen or Loaded may still heal beautifully.Jun 11, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is eyeliner tattoo removal really safe?
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Yes —
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Q: What’s the most important step in PMU aftercare?
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Blotting during the first 24–48 hours. It prevents scabbing, which protects pigment retention.
Q: What ointments are best for lips vs. brows?
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Use After Inked NPJ (black pack) for lips it’s thicker and more soothing. Use the white pack for brows and eyeliner.
Q: What pigments should I avoid for Fitz 5–6 skin?
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you work deep. Instead, use high-performing iron oxide pigments that fade predictably, like OMG or Aqua.
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