Advanced Eyeliner Tattooing: Precautions, Technique and Procedure.

Abstract

Tattooing of the eyeline is an utmost delicate procedure because of the subtle structure and the thin skin of the eyeline and the closeness to the eye. The esthetic outcome and customer satisfaction also have a narrow range. The artist therefore must be both talented and experienced. Indication, contraindication, customer information, and customer preparation and involvement throughout the procedure is reviewed along with the technical aspects of safe procedure and precautions taken. Examples of the many challenges of eyeliner tattooing both regarding the practical setting and the esthetic result are illustrated with many figures. Potential complications, some of them serious, are reviewed. Post-treatment care and need for retouching and cover-up are also discussed.