Inkless Stretch Mark Revision
What is inkless- stretch marks :
ISR is a way to revise and camouflage stretch marks by using a customized healing serum instead of pigment. ISR is suitable for all ages (18+) and can be done anywhere on the body except the face. ISR is permanent as long as weight remains stable.
How does it work? The goal is to create better tone texture and color. To do this we tattoo a customized serum into the stretch mark to force the body’s regenerative response to send collagen, elastin and melanocytes to the affected area. It takes about 4 weeks to heal before we can determine if additional sessions will be required. You can expect to see 50%-70% improvement after one session but may take up to 5 to reach your goal. Most clients get 1-4 sessions.
The most exciting thing is you can be tan or not to get the treatment and you never have to worry about pigment not matching skin tone or fading over time.
Stretch marks can be caused from the collagen and elastin rupturing when there is:
- weight gain or weight loss
- growth spurts during puberty
- rapid muscle growth or
- pregnancy
The stretch marks must be healed meaning they are no longer red, purple, pink or reddish brown and are no more than 4.75mm wide. This treatment is ideal for both men and women who would like to improve the appearance of stretch marks and feel more confident.
Fitzpatrick & Who Is This For?
ISR is for everybody however Fitzpatrick 4/5/6 clients require a test patch to
determine of excessive melanin response occurs resulting in hyperpigmentation of the treatment area.
Due to what is typically a strong melanin response Fitz 4/5/6 clients may require fewer treatments, however, we need to ensure the response is not so strong that hyperpigmentation occurs.
Who is Not a Candidate:
Pregnant women. Chronic skin conditions, infections or skin cancer in the area being treated. Prone to keloid scars. Recent use of Accutane.
Note: No Ibuprofen (Advil) or any other blood thinning drugs 2 days prior to treatment and 1 day after. No Accutane for 6 months prior to treatment.