{"id":12733,"date":"2026-10-08T03:47:01","date_gmt":"2026-10-07T18:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/?p=12733"},"modified":"2026-10-08T03:47:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-07T18:47:03","slug":"artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Artmake Aftercare Guide: Healing Timeline &#038; What to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"MedicalWebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline\/#webpage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline\/\",\"name\":\"Artmake Aftercare Guide: Healing Timeline & What to Avoid\",\"inLanguage\":\"en\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#website\"},\"about\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#clinic-biotope\"},\"reviewedBy\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"lastReviewed\":\"2026-10-05\"},{\"@type\":[\"Article\",\"MedicalWebPage\"],\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline\/#webpage\"},\"headline\":\"Artmake Aftercare Guide: Healing Timeline & What to Avoid\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline\/\",\"inLanguage\":\"en\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"reviewedBy\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#physician-karibe\"},\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/#organization\"},\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-aftercare-guide-healing-timeline\/#webpage\"},\"description\":\"Your artmake aftercare guide covers the full healing timeline from days 1 to 8 weeks, plus what to avoid for even pigment. 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Full healing of the deeper tissue, with stable pigment and a restored skin barrier, takes approximately six to eight weeks. The true healed colour, which settles at roughly 30\u201340% lighter than the initial dark appearance, becomes visible around weeks four to six.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I wear makeup over the treated area during healing?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Applying cosmetic products directly onto the healing area is not advisable during the first ten to fourteen days. Makeup can introduce bacteria to compromised skin and may dislodge surface crusts before pigment has fully set. After visible surface healing is complete, makeup can be gradually reintroduced around \u2014 rather than directly over \u2014 the treated zone.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Why does the colour almost disappear a few weeks after treatment?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"This temporary fading, often called the \\\"ghost phase,\\\" occurs when a fresh layer of skin regenerates over the settling pigment. The colour appears very light or absent for one to two weeks before gradually returning as the skin finishes regenerating. It is a normal stage of healing and does not mean the artmake has failed.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How often will I need touch-up sessions?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A first touch-up four to eight weeks after the initial session is standard and allows the practitioner to refine any areas of uneven pigment retention. For long-term maintenance, most patients return every one to three years depending on the treatment area, skin type, lifestyle, and how diligently aftercare recommendations are followed.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I use retinol or acids near my artmake once it is healed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"After full healing at six to eight weeks, normal skincare can generally resume. However, regular use of retinoids, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and similar cell-turnover-accelerating ingredients applied directly over artmake areas can gradually shorten the lifespan of the pigment. It is advisable to apply these products carefully, avoiding direct contact with treated zones, and to discuss any high-potency skincare regimens with your practitioner.\"}}]}<\/script><\/p>\n<h2>What Is Artmake?<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 What Is Artmake\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pexels_3373735_1791170778.webp\" alt=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 What Is Artmake\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Artmake is a semi-permanent cosmetic procedure in which fine needles deposit pigment into the upper layers of the dermis \u2014 the second layer of skin, just below the surface. Because the pigment sits at a shallower depth than a conventional tattoo, the body&#8217;s natural renewal processes gradually break it down, and the results fade over one to three years depending on the treatment area, skin type, and aftercare adherence.<\/p>\n<p>In Japan, artmake is legally classified as a medical act under the Medical Practitioners Act. It must be performed within a licensed medical institution, by or under the direct supervision of a physician. This legal requirement sets the Japanese market apart from countries where similar treatments are carried out in non-medical beauty salons.<\/p>\n<p>Three main techniques are used for eyebrow artmake:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hair-stroke method<\/strong> \u2014 individual fine strokes that replicate the look of natural hairs, well suited to sparse or thinning brows<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powder method<\/strong> \u2014 soft, diffused pigmentation resembling a gently filled-in brow or soft eyeshadow effect<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combination method<\/strong> \u2014 hair strokes blended with shading for a more dimensional result<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sessions typically last 60 to 120 minutes, including design planning and topical anaesthetic preparation. Most patients require two sessions spaced four to eight weeks apart to achieve their best long-term result.<\/p>\n<h2>The Artmake Healing Timeline: Week by Week<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 The Artmake Healing Timeline: Week by Week\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pexels_25070796_1791170779.webp\" alt=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 The Artmake Healing Timeline: Week by Week\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Pigment does not settle into its final appearance immediately. Understanding each phase reduces anxiety and helps you avoid intervening at the wrong moment.<\/p>\n<h3>Days 1\u20133: The Darkening Phase<\/h3>\n<p>The treated area appears noticeably darker and more defined than the intended healed result. Fresh pigment oxidises at the skin&#8217;s surface, and mild swelling and redness are normal. This intensity is not the final outcome \u2014 it will soften considerably over the following weeks.<\/p>\n<h3>Days 4\u201310: Scabbing and Flaking<\/h3>\n<p>Fine surface crusts and light flaking develop as the outer skin layer regenerates. Mild itching and tightness are typical. The most critical rule at this stage: do not pick, scratch, or rub the area. Premature removal of surface crusts can displace pigment and create permanently uneven patches. Allow flakes to fall away on their own.<\/p>\n<h3>Days 10\u201321: The Ghost Phase<\/h3>\n<p>As fresh skin forms over the pigment, the colour may appear very faint, patchy, or almost absent. This is normal and is widely referred to as the &#8220;ghost phase.&#8221; The pigment has not vanished \u2014 it sits beneath the newly regenerated skin and gradually becomes visible again as the layers settle and thin out.<\/p>\n<h3>Weeks 4\u20136: True Colour Emerges<\/h3>\n<p>By weeks four to six, the skin has fully regenerated and the settled colour becomes apparent. The healed shade is typically 30\u201340% lighter than the initial darkened appearance immediately after treatment. This is the appropriate time to attend a touch-up appointment to refine evenness and reinforce pigment density in any areas of lighter retention.<\/p>\n<h3>Full Healing: Six to Eight Weeks<\/h3>\n<p>Although surface healing resolves within the first two weeks, deeper tissue continues to stabilise. Full healing \u2014 with a restored skin barrier and stable pigment \u2014 takes approximately six to eight weeks. No laser treatments, chemical peels, or cosmetic procedures should be scheduled over the treated area before this point.<\/p>\n<h2>Aftercare Guide: What to Do and What to Avoid<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Aftercare Guide: What to Do and What to Avoid\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pexels_14198477_1791170780.webp\" alt=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Aftercare Guide: What to Do and What to Avoid\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>What to Do in the First Two Weeks<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Cleanse the treated area two to three times daily with a fragrance-free, non-active cleanser. Pat dry gently \u2014 do not rub.<\/li>\n<li>Apply a thin layer of healing ointment (a fragrance-free petroleum-based balm) if recommended by your practitioner.<\/li>\n<li>Wear a wide-brimmed hat for outdoor shade. Do not apply sunscreen directly onto actively healing, broken skin.<\/li>\n<li>Attend your scheduled touch-up appointment four to eight weeks after treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What to Avoid During Healing<\/h3>\n<p>The following activities and products can significantly reduce the amount of pigment your skin retains:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Water immersion<\/strong> \u2014 swimming pools, the sea, and hot tubs introduce bacteria and chlorine to compromised skin. Avoid for a minimum of four to six weeks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saunas and steam rooms<\/strong> \u2014 heat and sustained moisture soften surface crusts before pigment has settled. Avoid for at least two weeks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intense exercise<\/strong> \u2014 heavy sweating has the same effect as steam on healing skin. Limit vigorous workouts for the first ten to fourteen days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Makeup on the treated area<\/strong> \u2014 cosmetic products applied to healing skin introduce bacteria and risk pulling off surface crusts. Avoid for at least ten days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Retinoids<\/strong> (retinol, tretinoin, Retin-A) \u2014 these accelerate cell turnover and can displace settling pigment. Avoid for at least two weeks post-procedure. Long-term regular use near healed artmake can also hasten fading.<\/li>\n<li><strong>AHA and BHA chemical exfoliants<\/strong> (glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid) \u2014 increase cellular shedding and reduce pigment retention if used near the treated area during healing. Use with care around healed artmake thereafter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Direct sun exposure<\/strong> \u2014 UV radiation on healing skin can trigger post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and prolonged unprotected sun exposure contributes to gradual colour fading over time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Long-Term Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>After full healing, daily sun protection around treated areas and avoiding aggressive exfoliation directly over artmake are the two most effective habits for extending colour longevity. Touch-up sessions \u2014 typically required every one to three years depending on the area and individual factors \u2014 restore definition as pigment naturally fades.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Misconceptions About Artmake<\/h2>\n<h3>Misconception 1: The colour visible immediately after treatment is the final result<\/h3>\n<p>Patients frequently contact their practitioner in the first few days concerned that the artmake is far too dark or too defined. Because freshly implanted pigment oxidises at the surface before scabbing occurs, the appearance at days one to three is reliably darker than what will remain at six weeks. Planning social commitments with a four-to-six-week settling period in mind is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n<h3>Misconception 2: Artmake is permanent, just like a tattoo<\/h3>\n<p>Artmake and conventional tattooing both introduce pigment into the skin, but the depth of implantation differs substantially. Artmake targets the upper dermis; tattoo ink is deposited deeper. Because pigment in the upper dermis is more accessible to the body&#8217;s regenerative processes, artmake fades progressively over one to three years. Conventional tattoos are designed to last many years to decades. In Japan, this distinction is also a legal one: artmake is a medical act performed only in physician-supervised settings, while tattooing is non-medical.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; margin: 20px 0; font-size: 0.95em; border: 1px solid #ccc;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Feature<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Artmake<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Microblading<\/th>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; background: #f1faf3; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\">Conventional Tattoo<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Tool<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Medical needle device<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Manual hand blade<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Tattoo machine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Pigment depth<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Upper dermis<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Upper dermis<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Deeper dermis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Longevity<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">1\u20133 years<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">1\u20132 years<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Many years to decades<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Japan legal classification<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Medical act \u2014 physician required<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Medical act \u2014 physician required<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Non-medical \u2014 tattoo studio<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Visible surface healing<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">7\u201314 days<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">7\u201314 days<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">2\u20134 weeks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Full healing<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">6\u20138 weeks<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">4\u20136 weeks<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Several months<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Suitable areas<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Brows, eyes, lips, hairline<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Primarily eyebrows<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top;\">Varies; not medically supervised<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Cost of Artmake in Tokyo<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Cost of Artmake in Tokyo\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pexels_3064717_1791170781.webp\" alt=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Cost of Artmake in Tokyo\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Artmake pricing in Tokyo varies by treatment area, technique, and clinic. Based on publicly available market information, indicative per-session ranges are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Eyebrow artmake<\/strong>: approximately \u00a560,000\u2013\u00a5150,000 per session<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lip artmake<\/strong>: approximately \u00a580,000\u2013\u00a5180,000 per session<\/li>\n<li><strong>Upper eyeliner artmake<\/strong>: approximately \u00a540,000\u2013\u00a590,000 per session<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hairline artmake<\/strong>: approximately \u00a5100,000\u2013\u00a5250,000 per session<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most patients require two sessions to achieve their best long-term result, so the total investment is typically around double the per-session figure above. Artmake is not covered by Japan&#8217;s national health insurance scheme and is paid for entirely out of pocket. Pricing at individual clinics may fall outside these ranges. For current pricing at BIOTOPE CLINIC, please see the clinic&#8217;s official price page or contact the English-speaking team via LINE or WhatsApp for a personalised quote.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Getting Artmake in Tokyo: BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Getting Artmake in Tokyo: BIOTOPE CLINIC\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pexels_30139866_1791170782.webp\" alt=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Getting Artmake in Tokyo: BIOTOPE CLINIC\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Who Is a Good Candidate?<\/h3>\n<p>Most healthy adults seeking to enhance or define facial features are appropriate candidates. Artmake is particularly well suited to those with naturally sparse or asymmetrical brows, alopecia-related hair loss affecting facial features, or clients looking to simplify their daily makeup routine. A thorough pre-treatment consultation \u2014 covering skin type, current skincare products, and any medications \u2014 is essential before proceeding.<\/p>\n<p>Artmake is generally not recommended for individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding, are undergoing active chemotherapy or immunosuppressive therapy, have a documented history of keloid scarring at the proposed treatment site, or are currently using oral isotretinoin. Those taking blood-thinning medications should discuss this with the supervising physician before booking.<\/p>\n<h3>BIOTOPE CLINIC in Shirokanedai<\/h3>\n<p>Within our clinic group, artmake is performed at <strong>BIOTOPE CLINIC in Shirokanedai (Minato-ku, Tokyo)<\/strong>, directed by Dr. Jun Karibe, a board-certified plastic surgeon. Our English-speaking team covers both clinics and handles all English enquiries. The Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic in Ichigaya (Chiyoda-ku) is the main clinic of the group; artmake services are available at the Shirokanedai location only.<\/p>\n<p>BIOTOPE CLINIC is located approximately one minute on foot from Shirokanedai Station (Exit 1), making it accessible from central Tokyo and the broader Minato-ku area. Consultations are conducted in English, and personalised design planning takes place before any treatment begins.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1.5em 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" title=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/pexels_5997828_1791170783.webp\" alt=\"Artmake aftercare guide: healing timeline and what \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions\" \/><\/figure>\n<dl class=\"kj-faq\">\n<dt>Q. How long does artmake take to heal completely?<\/dt>\n<dd>The surface layer \u2014 where scabbing and flaking are visible \u2014 typically resolves within seven to fourteen days. Full healing of the deeper tissue, with stable pigment and a restored skin barrier, takes approximately six to eight weeks. The true healed colour, which settles at roughly 30\u201340% lighter than the initial dark appearance, becomes visible around weeks four to six.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. Can I wear makeup over the treated area during healing?<\/dt>\n<dd>Applying cosmetic products directly onto the healing area is not advisable during the first ten to fourteen days. Makeup can introduce bacteria to compromised skin and may dislodge surface crusts before pigment has fully set. After visible surface healing is complete, makeup can be gradually reintroduced around \u2014 rather than directly over \u2014 the treated zone.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. Why does the colour almost disappear a few weeks after treatment?<\/dt>\n<dd>This temporary fading, often called the &#8220;ghost phase,&#8221; occurs when a fresh layer of skin regenerates over the settling pigment. The colour appears very light or absent for one to two weeks before gradually returning as the skin finishes regenerating. It is a normal stage of healing and does not mean the artmake has failed.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. How often will I need touch-up sessions?<\/dt>\n<dd>A first touch-up four to eight weeks after the initial session is standard and allows the practitioner to refine any areas of uneven pigment retention. For long-term maintenance, most patients return every one to three years depending on the treatment area, skin type, lifestyle, and how diligently aftercare recommendations are followed.<\/dd>\n<dd><\/dd>\n<dt>Q. Can I use retinol or acids near my artmake once it is healed?<\/dt>\n<dd>After full healing at six to eight weeks, normal skincare can generally resume. However, regular use of retinoids, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and similar cell-turnover-accelerating ingredients applied directly over artmake areas can gradually shorten the lifespan of the pigment. It is advisable to apply these products carefully, avoiding direct contact with treated zones, and to discuss any high-potency skincare regimens with your practitioner.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-inline\" style=\"background: #f7fbf7; border: 1px solid #d5e6d8; border-radius: 10px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 26px 0; text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.65;\"><strong>Have a question about this treatment?<\/strong><br \/>\nMessage us on LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 our English-speaking team usually replies the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.92em; margin: 4px 6px; white-space: nowrap; vertical-align: middle;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Summary<\/h2>\n<p>Artmake is a physician-supervised semi-permanent procedure that follows a predictable healing arc: initial darkening in the first three days, scabbing and flaking through day ten, a temporary ghost phase lasting one to two weeks, and full colour settlement by weeks four to six. The single most important aftercare principle is to leave the healing skin undisturbed \u2014 no picking, no active skincare ingredients, no water immersion, and minimal sun exposure \u2014 during those critical first two weeks. Long-term, physical sun protection and avoiding aggressive exfoliation near treated areas are the most effective ways to extend results. For English-speaking patients researching physician-supervised artmake in Tokyo,<strong> BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/strong> in Shirokanedai (Minato-ku) \u2014 part of the same clinic group as <strong>Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic<\/strong> \u2014 offers artmake consultations in English through a shared English-speaking intake team.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kjmc-en-booking-box\" style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#f1faf3 0%,#e6f3ea 100%); border-radius: 14px; padding: 32px 24px; margin: 36px 0 24px; border: 1px solid #c5dccd; text-align: center;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #3a6e3a; border: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.3em;\">24\/7 Consultation &amp; Booking<\/h3>\n<div style=\"width: 48px; height: 2px; background: #3a6e3a; margin: 0 auto 22px;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 12px; color: #1a3a1f; font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold;\">Book a Consultation or Treatment<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 24px; color: #2c4a35; line-height: 1.75;\">Our English-speaking team responds via LINE or WhatsApp \u2014 usually the same day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 10px; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; background: #06C755; color: #fff; padding: 14px 32px; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.02em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(6,199,85,0.25); min-width: 240px; white-space: nowrap;\" href=\"https:\/\/line.me\/R\/ti\/p\/@710uitns?ts=05311801&amp;oat_content=url#~\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book via LINE<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1;\"><a style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; background: #25D366; color: #fff; padding: 14px 32px; border-radius: 10px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.02em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(37,211,102,0.25); min-width: 240px; white-space: nowrap;\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VbCA1v85K3zY4MLX2a1h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Message on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>References<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>PMU Culture. &#8220;The Ultimate Guide to the Healing Process for Permanent Makeup.&#8221; PMU Culture Blog. 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Body &amp; Brows by Ana. &#8220;Permanent Makeup Healing Stages: What to Expect Week by Week.&#8221; Body &amp; Brows by Ana Blog. 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic. &#8220;Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: Tokyo Guide.&#8221; Kojihifu.com English Section. 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic. &#8220;Eyebrow Artmake Tokyo: Cost, Procedure &amp; Clinic Guide.&#8221; Kojihifu.com English Section. 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Le Kitsun\u00e9. &#8220;Is Your Skincare Routine Safe for Microblading &amp; Permanent Makeup?&#8221; Le Kitsun\u00e9 Little Magazine. 2024.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Related Articles<\/h2>\n<p>You may also find these articles useful.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/eyebrow-artmake-tokyo-cost-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eyebrow Artmake Tokyo: Cost, Procedure &amp; Clinic Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/lip-artmake-tokyo-color-healing-results-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lip Artmake Tokyo: Color Choice, Healing &amp; Results Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/eyeliner-artmake-tokyo-safety-results\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eyeliner Artmake Tokyo: Safety, Technique &amp; Expected Results<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-pain-safety-side-effects-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artmake Pain, Safety &amp; Side Effects Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/english\/artmake-vs-microblading-vs-tattoo-tokyo-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artmake vs Microblading vs Tattoo: Differences in Tokyo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"margin: 2.5em 0 1em; padding: 1.5em; border: 1px solid #d5d5d5; border-radius: 10px; background: #fafafa; font-size: .9em;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: .72em; font-weight: bold; color: #888; margin: 0 0 1.2em; letter-spacing: .08em;\">SUPERVISED BY<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1.2em; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n<div style=\"flex-shrink: 0; text-align: center; min-width: 110px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100px; height: 100px; border-radius: 50%; object-fit: cover; object-position: top center; display: block; margin: 0 auto; border: 3px solid #e0e0e0;\" src=\"https:\/\/kojihifu.com\/hon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/photo-karibejun-400-3_re-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Jun Karibe MD \u2014 Board-certified Plastic Surgeon, Director of Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: .6em 0 .1em; font-weight: bold; font-size: .95em; color: #222;\">Dr. Jun Karibe<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .1em; font-size: .75em; color: #999;\">MD<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: .75em; color: #555; font-weight: bold;\">Director<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px;\">\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: .75em; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Education &amp; Career<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Juntendo University School of Medicine<\/div>\n<div>Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Tokyo Hospital<\/div>\n<div>Assistant Professor, Plastic &amp; Cosmetic Surgery, Saitama Medical University<\/div>\n<div>Assistant Professor &amp; Chief Resident, Yamanashi University Hospital<\/div>\n<div>2019: Founded Kojimachi Dermatology &amp; Plastic Surgery Clinic (Ichigaya, Tokyo)<\/div>\n<div>2021: Founded BIOTOPE CLINIC Shirokanedai (Minato-ku, Tokyo)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: .75em; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Certifications<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Board-certified Plastic Surgeon \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/div>\n<div>Specialist \u2014 Japan Society of Anti-Aging Medicine<\/div>\n<div>Certified Industrial Physician \u2014 Japan Medical Association<\/div>\n<div>Allergan VST-certified Injector (Botox &amp; Hyaluronic Acid)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #ebebeb; border-radius: 6px; padding: .7em 1em;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .35em; font-size: .78em; font-weight: bold; color: #666; border-bottom: 1px solid #f2f2f2; padding-bottom: .3em;\">Awards<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: .82em; color: #444; line-height: 1.75;\">\n<div>Best Presentation Award \u2014 Dept. of Plastic Surgery, University of Tokyo (2016)<\/div>\n<div>Excellence Award \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2018)<\/div>\n<div>Featured Presentation \u2014 ASPS Annual Scientific Meeting, USA (2018)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 1em; padding-top: .75em; border-top: 1px solid #e8e8e8; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: .5em;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #e1306c; color: #fff; padding: .4em .9em; border-radius: 4px; text-decoration: none; font-size: .8em; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dr.jun_\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 1em; padding-top: .75em; border-top: 1px dashed #d5d5d5; font-size: .78em; color: #555; line-height: 1.7;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 .3em; font-size: .72em; font-weight: bold; color: #888; letter-spacing: .08em;\">MEDICAL REVIEW<\/p>\n<div><strong>Jun Karibe, MD<\/strong> \u2014 Board-certified Plastic Surgeon \u2014 Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery<\/div>\n<div>Medical Director, BIOTOPE CLINIC<\/div>\n<div>Last medically reviewed: 2026-10-05<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Your artmake aftercare guide covers the full healing timeline from days 1 to 8 weeks, plus what to avoid for even pigment. 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