Concerns
Depending on shape and pigment, a correction, partial removal or both may be proposed.
Natural shape and colour vary, and existing permanent makeup changes over time.
Sudden brow loss or a lip lesion should first be assessed by a physician.
Updated October 16, 2026 · General information only; it does not replace an individual assessment.
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Permanent makeup can change colour as pigments age, with sun exposure and because of individual skin characteristics. The original technique and pigments used may also contribute to the result. An assessment of the colour, its saturation and your skin’s condition helps determine whether colour correction or partial removal would be appropriate.
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Some unevenness can be softened through correction, but adding pigment cannot make an eyebrow thinner. If the existing outline extends beyond your preferred shape, partial removal may be considered before correction. A consultation compares the current shape with your goal and establishes what changes may be achievable without making the brows larger or darker.
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Skin-coloured pigment does not erase existing permanent makeup and may complicate future correction or removal. It can also become more noticeable when your skin tone changes. Depending on the existing shape and pigment saturation, targeted correction, partial removal or a combination may be more appropriate. An individual assessment is needed before adding another layer.
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Saline removal involves working a specialised solution into the superficial skin to help release some pigment during healing. It is not an immediate or guaranteed erasure. Multiple sessions may be needed, and residual colour can remain. An assessment determines whether this approach is suitable for the treated area, your skin and the existing permanent makeup.
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No, complete removal is not always necessary before correction. Lightening selected areas may be enough to adjust the shape or reduce excessive pigment saturation. In other cases, direct correction may be possible. At EsthetIQ in Terrebonne, a consultation helps assess these options based on the pigment, outline, skin condition and your expectations.
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Not necessarily: fresh permanent makeup can look darker before the skin has fully healed. Its colour and apparent edges may change during this period. Contact the original practitioner or request an assessment before any corrective treatment. Do not try to lighten it yourself with acids, exfoliants or home removal products, which can damage healing skin.
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Correction or removal can cause redness, tenderness and crusting; infection, scarring and changes in skin pigmentation are also possible. Follow the treatment-specific aftercare instructions and do not pick at crusts. Spreading redness, increasing pain, pus or fever require prompt medical assessment. Your skin and healing history should be reviewed before deciding whether treatment is suitable.
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Start with a realistic goal and an assessment of the existing pigment before adding more colour. Bring any available records of previous treatments, and discuss the proposed outline, limitations and aftercare. A staged approach may be preferable to immediate correction. No treatment can guarantee perfect symmetry or an exact colour, even with careful planning.
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