Chaque corps a une histoire, la nôtre est de vous aider à tourner la page. Une alternative non invasive pour restaurer vos tissus, camoufler vos cicatrices.

Living with stretch marks, whether they reflect pregnancy, rapid weight fluctuations, growth, or hormonal changes, often affects much more than just the skin's surface. At Velvet Myst, we see daily the impact these marks can have on comfort and self-image. Our role isn't to provide a quick fix, but to initiate a genuine skin transformation, without resorting to invasive cosmetic procedures. To achieve this, our philosophy rests on three fundamental pillars:
- Respecting cellular rhythm and tissue education: Because no skin reacts the same way, we never apply a generic protocol. Each approach begins with a rigorous analysis of the depth and maturity of your stretch marks (white or pearlescent) to build a care plan that precisely adapts to the reactivity of your tissues. We assist you in understanding your skin: where abrasive laser treatments intervene globally, our approach guides the targeted skin layer to recover better.
- Non-surgical Revision (Inkless): Where some thermal or chemical treatments in clinics can be painful and restrictive, our non-invasive Inkless Scar Revision (ISR) techniques act directly on the structure of the stretch mark. By effectively stimulating cellular regeneration and natural collagen production, we help the wrinkled skin to reshape. The stretch mark softens, its reliefs and hollows smooth out, and it regains natural elasticity.
- The Tattoo Camouflage: Bien plus qu’une simple pigmentation, il s’agit d’une expertise de haute précision en colorimétrie et en réalisme technique. En utilisant des pigments médicaux de haute qualité, nous recréons point par point les nuances exactes de votre carnation pour effacer visuellement le contraste blanc ou brillant des vergetures. Cette étape finale intervient une fois la texture de la peau parfaitement lissée, permettant de fondre harmonieusement les marques dans la peau saine environnante.
By combining high technical precision with deeply human listening, we offer you a safe alternative to regain bodily harmony, at your own pace.
Here are some examples,
Before/After our Revision & Camouflage treatments
Different types of stretch marks. Different Approaches.
I specialize in the management, text revision (Inkless Stretch Marks Revision) and Camouflage Tattoo of stretch marks resulting from various body variations. Whether caused by pregnancy, rapid weight fluctuation, a growth spurt during adolescence, or hormonal changes, each type of mark requires a targeted and respectful protocol for your skin.
They are red, purple, or brownish, indicating that the skin is still inflamed. It is ideal to intervene quickly at this stage.
Our action plan: At this stage, we exclusively use the Inkless Scar Revision (ISR).
Sans injecter aucun pigment, nous profitons de cette phase active pour infuser un cocktail de sérums médicaux et de vitamines. Cela aide la peau à se restructurer immédiatement, atténue les rougeurs et empêche la vergeture de se creuser profondément. Le camouflage par tatouage est interdit à cette étape, sans exception.
The most common. They are fully healed, smooth, and have taken on a white, pearlescent, or silvery appearance over time.
Our action plan:
Pour ce stade, nous privilégions d'abord l'Inkless Scar Revision (ISR). This inkless treatment smooths the texture, reduces the width of the mark, and breaks the shiny or pearlescent effect. Often, ISR alone is sufficient to naturally integrate the stretch mark.
If a color contrast persists after healing (or if the stretch marks were at the stage of directly receiving pigments), the skin is then perfectly prepared and stabilized to receive a Camouflage Tattoo ultra-precise.
Elles présentent un manque important de volume sous la peau, créant un effet creux, enfoncé ou plissé au toucher.
Our action plan:
Our top priority is to restore the material. We must start with sessions of Inkless (ISR) to regenerate the dermis, the epidermis, fill the hollow, and smooth the wrinkled appearance by massively stimulating collagen and elastin.
Once the skin texture is minimized to its maximum physical level and brought to the same level as healthy skin, we can finalize with the Camouflage Tattoo to even out the color, if there is a color difference.
Why entrust your scars to Alex Leriche at Velvet Myst studio?
Synergy of techniques
We combine different treatments to offer a comprehensive and lasting solution to your scars.
Respect for skin diversity
The Montreal market is rich in all its origins. We master the specific protocols for medium and dark skin to actively minimize the risks of HPI.
Specialization
A sharp expertise in the management of scars and stretch marks.
A guided journey
From the initial analysis of your tissues to the final healing phase at home, you benefit from support.
Your journey in 3 steps :
Discover the simple and safe process that we will follow together to improve your scars.
Evaluation
During a consultation or upon receiving your application form: Analysis of your skin type and choice of the ideal method (Inkless or Camouflage).
Planning
Creation of your personalized treatment plan & Pricing.
Treatments
Sessions at the studio with Alex and application of your post-treatment care protocol at home.
FAQ: Paramedical Stretch Marks (Inkless & Camouflage)
Here are some frequently asked questions about these treatments.
Feel free to contact us for any information.
Le Inkless Scar Revision (ISR) se concentre sur la texture de la cicatrice. Sans injecter de couleur, nous utilisons des sérums régénérants hautement concentrés pour lisser la peau, réduire le relief, combler les creux ou assouplir les tissus. A l'aide d'un micro aiguillage profond.
The Camouflage Tattoo focuses on the color. We inject custom medical pigments, matched to your natural skin tone, to visually blend the white or depigmented scar into the rest of your skin.
The timing depends on the technique and the stage of your stretch mark:
- As soon as it appears (Stage Rubra - Red/Purple): You can start the Inkless (ISR) immediately. Acting quickly during the active phase allows for the infusion of serums to accelerate skin reconstruction and prevent it from leaving too deep a hollow as it lightens. Camouflage tattooing is prohibited at this stage..
- Once stabilized (Stage Alba - White/Peal) : You can do an Inkless (ISR) to smooth the relief and tighten the mark, or go directly to the Camouflage Tattoo if the stretch mark is already quite flat.
We will not be able to proceed with the treatment if you present any of the following criteria:
- Request for Camouflage Tattoo on stretch marks that are still red, pink, or purple (Stage Rubra).
- Infection active, plaie ouverte, eczéma, acné ou psoriasis sur la zone à traiter.
- Grossesse ou allaitement (par mesure de précaution éthique et immunitaire).
Yes, and it is the ideal method for wide or hollow stretch marks! We start with Inkless (ISR) sessions to smooth the wrinkled texture, reduce the width, and break the shiny pearlescent effect. Often, ISR alone is sufficient. If a white contrast persists after the complete healing of the tissues, we finalize the visual work with the Camouflage Tattoo.
Yes, in the majority of cases. Autoimmune diseases (such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, or multiple sclerosis) directly affect the immune system.
Since our treatments rely on a controlled micro-injury to force the skin to repair itself, an overactive or weakened immune system can compromise healing. A written authorization from your specialist doctor is absolutely required before making an appointment.
The session must be refused or postponed if you are affected by :
- Type 1 or uncontrolled diabetes : It significantly slows down cell regeneration and greatly increases the risk of infection.
- Coagulation disorders : Hemophilia or daily use of anticoagulants.
- A treatment for severe acne (Roaccutane / Accutane / Isotretinoin) : You must have completely stopped this treatment for at least 6 to 12 months, as it drastically thins and weakens the skin.
- An ongoing oncological treatment : Chemotherapy, radiotherapy or immunotherapy. The body must have recovered (usually 6 months after the end of the protocols) and your oncologist must provide written consent.
- For ISR (Inkless) : Tanning is not a barrier, but the skin must not show any active sunburn in the stretch mark area.
- For Tattoo Camouflage : It is a major contraindication. You must come with your natural skin color as light as possible. If we create a pigment mix on tanned skin, the camouflage will appear much too dark and inappropriate once your winter tan has faded.
Sensitivity depends on the area of the body (the belly or the inner thighs are more sensitive than the buttocks or hips) and each person's tolerance threshold. The sensation is generally similar to light tingling or scratching. We work with great technical precision to minimize discomfort as much as possible.
The number of sessions varies according to the size, thickness, texture, and reaction of each skin:
- Pour le Inkless (ISR) : Il faut généralement prévoir entre 3 et 6séances, espacées de 6 à 8 semaines, 12 dans de rares cas.
- For Tattoo Camouflage: Count between 3 and 5 sessions to achieve a natural transparent result, spaced out by 6 to 8 weeks, 12 in rare cases.
Success depends 50% on the work done in the studio and 50% on your home care.
- During the following 10 to 14 days: Sun exposure, tanning, swimming (pool, spa, sauna, hammam) and intensive sports (excessive sweating in the first 5 days) are strictly prohibited.
- Fine scabs will form during the first week: do not scratch, rub, or pick them off at all, or you risk ruining the result or creating a new mark. You will need to apply the recommended healing cream in a thin layer with clean hands.
Yes, this risk exists and depends on your skin type. The HPI is a reaction where the skin produces an excess of melanin (dark or brown spots) following the micro-injury caused by the needles.
- Who is at risk? Mainly those with tanned, mixed, black or Asian skin (phototypes IV to VI), or light skin that marks very easily after a pimple or a scratch.
- Our safety protocol: For at-risk skin, we can perform a test patch (Test Patch) on a micro-area and wait 4 to 8 weeks. We may also ask you to prepare your skin at home with a specific serum (melanin inhibitor) before the appointment.
Ideally not, in order to ensure optimal working conditions.
For strict hygiene reasons, safety, and to ensure the technician's maximum concentration during this precision procedure, companions, children, as well as pets are not allowed in the treatment room. If a relative accompanies you, they should ideally wait in the waiting area at the entrance.
The consultation is a key step where we thoroughly analyze the texture, maturity, and risks for your scar. This moment requires all our technical expertise, dedicated time in the treatment room, and the creation of a safe, customized treatment plan. The consultation fees reflect the value of this personalized professional analysis.
- Good to know: All your initial inquiries as well as your first exchanges through our online form or by email to contact@velvetmyst.ca are 100% free. We will first validate the basic feasibility of your project by message before inviting you to book your official consultation or directly your 1st appointment of your treatment plan.
Checklist: Are you eligible to book your session?
Before booking your consultation, make sure you can check all these boxes:
Mes vergetures sont saines, stables et ne présentent aucune affection cutanée active sur la zone.
If I want a Camouflage Tattoo, my stretch marks are no longer red or purple at all (Rubra stage).
I am neither pregnant nor breastfeeding.
I do not suffer from an autoimmune disease (or I have written consent from my specialist).
My skin is not tanned in the area (for Camouflage Tattoo only)
If my skin is at risk of HPI (medium/dark skin), I understand that a test patch is highly recommended, without completely eliminating the risk of reaction during the full treatment.
I agree to strictly follow the preparation and post-treatment care instructions that will be provided to me upon confirmation of my appointment.
