Transition scars
Softening scars from gender-affirming surgery.
Learn more about the technique
Top surgery and other gender-affirming procedures can leave scars you’d rather not carry front and centre. We soften and blend them into your skin, in a private, affirming space that’s led entirely by you.
Chest scars from top surgery, and scars from other gender-affirming procedures, often heal pinker, paler or darker than the surrounding skin. We colour-match pigment to your natural tone so the scar line blends back and reads far less.
If you’d also like nipple and areola work, we can plan both together so the result looks considered as a whole.
- Double incision and keyhole top surgery scars
- Chest and periareolar scars
- Other gender-affirming surgery scars
- Pairing with 3D nipple and areola tattooing
Before & after
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(01)
A scar beside the ear treated with a combination of restorative needling and scar camouflage: 1 session of restorative needling, followed by 3 sessions of camouflage.
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(02)
A pale facelift scar at the temple and in front of the ear, blended with 3 sessions of camouflage pigment.
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(03)
A pale scar left by laser removal, blended with 2 sessions of pigment camouflage, with freckles added at the touch-up.
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Pale scars on the back from skin cancer removal, blended with 2 sessions of camouflage pigment.
Sessions, pricing & downtime
Every plan is confirmed at your complimentary consultation, once we’ve assessed your skin. As a general guide:
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2-6
Sessions
Most people need around three, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.
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$300-$699
Per area
Depending on the size of the area and the complexity of the scarring.
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1-2 wks
Downtime
Initial healing, with light flaking as the skin settles.
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4-6 wks
Final result
For the true colour to settle after each session.
FAQ
Common questions
How soon after top surgery can I book?
Your scars need to be fully healed and settled first, which is often around 12 months after surgery. Bring your surgery date to your consultation and we’ll assess where your skin is at.
Can you do nipple and areola tattooing too?
Yes. Many clients combine scar camouflage with 3D nipple tattooing, and we’ll plan the order of treatment with you.
Is the studio private?
Completely. Appointments are one-on-one in a private studio, and we use your name and pronouns as you share them with us.
How do I get started?
Every treatment begins with a complimentary consultation, in the studio or by video. We’ll assess your skin and give you a realistic plan, with no obligation. Book your consultation.
