Why Does Lip Blush Look Dark After Treatment? What Your Healing Colour Means
If you've been researching lip blush, you may have seen photos of lips looking much darker immediately after treatment and wondered, “Why does lip blush look dark after treatment?”
Don't panic - this is usually a normal part of the healing process.
Freshly treated lips can look darker, brighter or more intense than the final healed colour.
Understanding what happens during healing can help you know what to expect from your lip blush treatment.
Why Does Lip Blush Look Dark After Treatment?
Immediately after lip blush, the pigment can appear much stronger than your desired final result.
This is because the pigment has only just been implanted into the skin and the area may also experience some redness, swelling and sensitivity following the treatment.
Your lips have also been through a cosmetic tattooing procedure, so the colour you see immediately afterwards isn't an accurate representation of your final healed result.
Your Fresh Lip Blush Isn't Your Final Colour
One of the most important things to remember is:
Fresh colour ≠ healed colour.
As your lips heal, the initial intensity gradually softens. The lips can go through several stages where the colour appears to change before settling into the final result.
This is completely different from simply applying lipstick, where you can immediately see the finished colour.
What Happens During Lip Blush Healing?
Everyone heals differently, but you may notice:
Immediately after treatment:
Your lips may look more intense, defined and swollen than expected.
During the first few days:
The colour can remain strong before the lips begin to dry and shed.
During peeling:
The colour may temporarily look much lighter than expected. This can be part of the normal healing process.
As the lips continue healing:
The colour gradually develops and becomes softer and more settled.
Your final healed result can take several weeks to fully develop.
Should I Be Worried If My Lip Blush Looks Too Dark?
In most cases, a darker appearance immediately after treatment is expected.
It's important not to judge your result based on the first few days. Follow the aftercare instructions provided by your PMU artist and allow your lips time to heal.
If you have concerns during the healing process, contact your practitioner rather than trying to remove or alter the pigment yourself.
Why Is My Healed Lip Blush Lighter?
It's also completely normal for healed lip blush to look significantly softer than it did immediately after treatment.
The initial colour intensity settles as the skin heals, which is why your artist should always select your pigment with the healed result in mind.
Factors such as your natural lip colour, skin tone and individual healing process can all influence the final shade.
When Will I See My Final Lip Blush Colour?
Your lips will continue changing throughout the healing process, so patience is important.
Your PMU artist will be able to explain the expected healing timeline and when your lips should be assessed to determine whether a colour boost is needed.
Thinking About Lip Blush in Portsmouth?
If you're considering lip blush but are worried about how dark the colour may look immediately after treatment, a consultation is the perfect place to ask questions and understand exactly what to expect.
At EJ Cosmetics in Portsmouth, we'll discuss your natural lip colour, desired result, pigment choice and the healing process before your treatment.
Ready to Find Out if Lip Blush Is Right for You?
Book your Lip Blush consultation at EJ Cosmetics in Portsmouth and we'll answer your questions, talk through your desired result and help you understand what to expect throughout the healing process.
Natural-looking lips. Less time applying makeup. More confidence every day.
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