Question 1

What is Scar Camouflage?

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There are two types of treatments to help the texture, movement, appearance and colour of scars:

Scar Rejuvenation 
This specialist technique uses medical grade needling and products to cause trauma to the scar area and force the scar to repair itself.  This can help flatten the scar, reduce any restrictions or tightness and also help bring back the colour.

Scar Micropigmentation
We use a digital machine with specialist needles to deposit medical grade pigments into the scar area and help blend with the skin colour.  This is a temporary treatment and the skin coloured pigments can last up to 6 months.

We will always begin with a scar rejuvenation treatment to allow the skin to repair itself again and see how it reacts to healing.

Question 2

Which type of scars can be treated?

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Scar Camouflage is a life changing treatment for most scars including:

Burns 
Acne scars
Stretch marks 
Surgical scars including linear, tummy tuck, facelift and c-section scars
Breast surgery scars
Self harm and trauma scars
Hair transplant scars
Accident scars
Skin graft scars
Facial scars (cleft lip and palate)

Question 3

Is my scar suitable for a treatment?

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Not all scars are suitable for scar camouflage treatments:

Scars that are not fully healed:  A scar must be at least 12 months old and not pink, red or purple in colour as your body may still be repairing itself.

Keloid & True Hypertrophic Scars:  Scars that are thick, raised and red/pink scars.

Dark or Hyperpigmentated Scars:  A scar that is significantly darker that the surrounding skin can pose a challenge and risk to treat.

Sunken/Uneven texture: Sunken scars or those with uneven texture can pose a challenge to treat and the ink pigments may not look natural on the area.

Question 4

Am I suitable for a treatment?

Accepted Answer

Whilst our Scar Camouflage treatments are suitable for most, safety always comes first and you must meet our medical criteria before booking a treatment.

Please CLICK HERE (https://www.pmubyjo.co.uk/t-c-s)for a list of those I am unable to treat or kindly contact me with any concerns you may have as we may need medical consent before we begin your scar healing journey.

* Please note that refunds cannot be issued for undesired results achieved which are completely out of my control.

Question 5

How many treatments will I need?

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For Scar Rejuvenation, the number of treatments will depend on the type of scar, the size of the area being treated as well as how your body responds to treatment. 
Typically 2-4 treatments are required in order to see improvement.

For Scar Micropigmentation, colour is only added once the scar is healed and more even in surface texture and the number of sessions will depend on the size of the area being treatment and how your body responds to the treatment.
Typically 1 to 2 treatments are required in order to see improvement and this can last up to 6 months.

Please note that other factors could include the location of the scar, health of the skin, skin type, lifestyle, medication and adhering to the aftercare.

Question 6

What is the healing time and aftercare?

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You can carry on with most of your daily activities as long as you avoid any heat treatments such as sun beds, saunas, hot baths, swimming and keep the area clean and dry.

The area will be slightly inflamed, red and tender for a couple of days and aftercare will be provided to enable you to take care of the treatment area with ease.

Healing time is completely dependant on the type of scar and where it is located on the body, age, lifestyle, medication and skin type and condition.

We will allow at 6 to 8 weeks between each treatment to allow for the scar to fully repair itself before another treatment.

Question 7

It is painful?

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There will be a small level of discomfort, however this will vary for person to person.  You will be numbed before and during the procedure to minimise the pain and help you feel at ease.

Question 8

How do I look after my treatment area?

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Aftercare will be discussed at your treatment on how to care for your treatment area properly and you will also an aftercare guide too.

It is really important to take good care of your new treatment as poor aftercare could lead to infection, preventing the area from healing properly and loss of ink pigments if you have had colour on your scar area.

Question 9

How do I book?

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You can BOOK (https://www.pmubyjo.co.uk/booking-calendar/free-consultation)a Free Consultation where we will look at the scar area, do a patch test, talk about the treatment you are having in more detail and then make a treatment plan for you.

If you are travelling far for a treatment, you can also ORDER A PATCH TEST (https://www.pmubyjo.co.uk/product-page/patch-test)by post and then we will arrange a discovery call to discuss the treatment you are having in more detail, see some photos or the scar area and make a treatment plan for you.

Once your patch test is clear and medical history is checked, we can then go ahead and book you in for your first treatment session. A £50 deposit is required to secure your treatment.

Question 10

How can I pay?

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You can pay by many methods of payment including bank transfer, apple pay, debit or credit card, paypal and we also accept paypal pay in 3.

Question 11

Where are you located?

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Our welcoming scar camouflage treatments can be booked at both my Deal and Dymchurch locations in Kent.

Please ask for directions as we are always happy to provide these!

Question 12

What do I wear to my treatment?

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Depending on the area being treated - please wear something that you feel comfortable in, avoiding any tight fitted clothing or underwear.  A dark tshirt/underwear is more suitable.

Question 13

Do you have a waiting or cancellation list?

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Yes! I do very booked up in advance but please contact me if you cannot find a date or time you are looking for as cancellations can pop up from time to time.

Question 14

What qualifications do you have as a Medical Tattoo Specialist?

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I was lucky enough to train one to one with the UK's No1 multi award winning permanent makeup expert Katy Jobbins, along with specialist training at FTG Clinics and also specialist courses by Vegas artist Teryn Darling.

I am also an advanced skincare and colour theory specialist and have studied advanced medical micropigmentation, skin anatomy, design and artistry, colour retention, tattoo infection prevention, advanced healing and also health and safety and first aid to enable me be the very best that I could be in my field.

I am also fully vaccinated,  fully insured and licensed by local authorities, working in partnership with local salons and The Federation of Small Business.

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