Cancer Patient Journey
What Our Customers Say?
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Sylvia is the queen of Eyebrows. From ombré to microblaiding etc. Professional yet very friendly. She’s the best at what... read more
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Wonderful experience as always. Sylwia is brilliant and just always makes me feel I’m in good hands. My eyebrows are... read more
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Dedication
To Those Walking the Cancer Journey,
In these pages, I share with you not just my expertise in medical tattooing, but my deepest commitment to being a part of your healing journey. Each stroke of pigment is more than just colour on skin—it is a step toward reclaiming what cancer has tried to take away, a brushstroke in the masterpiece of your resilience.
To every warrior who has sat in my chair, sharing their stories, fears, and hopes: you have taught me that true healing is as much about restoring the spirit as it is about transforming the physical. Your courage has been my greatest teacher, your smiles my greatest reward.
This book is dedicated to every patient who has trusted me with their story, to every survivor who has shown me the true meaning of strength, and to those still finding their way through the storm. May these pages offer you not just information, but also comfort, understanding, and most importantly, hope.
In our journey together, may you find both the practical guidance you seek and the emotional support you deserve. Let this be more than a book—let it be a companion on your path to healing, a testament to your resilience, and a reminder that you are never alone.
With warmth in my heart and dedication to your journey,
Sylvia Sumara-Loukam
Medical tattoo Practitioner
About Sylvia
With over nine years of dedicated experience in medical aesthetics and reconstructive tattooing, Sylvia Sumara-Loukam stands at the forefront of her field as a beacon of hope for cancer patients navigating their journey through treatment and recovery. Her expertise in medical tattooing has transformed the lives of thousands, helping them reclaim their confidence and sense of self during and after their cancer battle.
As one of the UK’s most qualified practitioners in medical tattooing, Sylvia’s credentials are matched only by her compassion. Her comprehensive approach encompasses both preventive and restorative treatments, having performed over 8,000 procedures throughout her distinguished career.
Her expertise has earned her numerous accolades, including prestigious awards that recognize her outstanding contributions to the field of medical aesthetics.
Sylvia’s practice is uniquely positioned to support cancer patients at every stage of their journey. Prior to chemotherapy, she offers eyebrow microblading and lash enhancement treatments, helping patients maintain their appearance as they face treatment.
Post-surgery and chemotherapy, her skillset extends to crucial reconstructive procedures, including areola and nipple reconstruction, post-surgical scar camouflage, and hair micropigmentation. Each procedure is performed with meticulous attention to detail and an understanding of the profound impact these treatments have on a patient’s recovery process.
What truly sets Sylvia apart is her personal connection to the cancer journey. Having faced her own health scare and undergone two biopsies, she intimately understands the emotional and physical challenges her patients face. This experience transformed her professional path, deepening her commitment to supporting cancer patients through their recovery journey. While she fortunately received positive outcomes, the experience left an indelible mark on her practice philosophy.
Her exceptional customer service and professional warmth have earned her countless glowing reviews from patients whose lives she has touched. Each testimonial speaks not only to her technical expertise but to her ability to create a supportive, understanding environment where patients feel heard and cared for during vulnerable moments in their lives.
Sylvia’s work transcends mere aesthetic enhancement; it represents hope, renewal, and the restoration of confidence for those facing one of life’s most challenging battles. As a trainer and assessor, she also ensures that future generations of practitioners will maintain the highest standards of care and expertise in this vital field.
This dedication to excellence, combined with her personal understanding of the patient journey, makes Sylvia Sumara-Loukam not just a practitioner, but a partner in her patients’ healing journey, helping them write new chapters in their stories of recovery and renewal.
Treatments
Supportive Aesthetic Treatments for Cancer Patients: Before and After Care
Pre-Treatment Services
Before beginning cancer treatment, many patients wish to prepare for the physical changes ahead. We offer several preventive procedures that can help maintain appearance and boost confidence throughout the treatment journey:
Eyebrow Microblading
Prior to chemotherapy, we recommend preserving your natural eyebrow shape through microblading. This advanced semi-permanent makeup technique creates natural-looking eyebrow strokes that remain visible throughout treatment. The procedure is particularly beneficial as it:
- Maintains facial definition during hair loss
- Reduces the daily stress of makeup application during treatment
- Provides long-lasting results that can carry patients through their recovery period
Eyelash Enhancement
Our specialized eyelash enhancement treatment helps define the eye area before hair loss occurs. This subtle yet effective procedure:
- Creates the appearance of fuller, darker lashes
- Reduces dependency on mascara during treatment
- Helps maintain facial features that cancer treatment may temporarily affect
Post-Surgery Reconstructive Services
Following surgery and chemotherapy, we offer a comprehensive range of reconstructive procedures designed to support healing and restore confidence:
Areola and Nipple Reconstruction
For patients who have undergone mastectomy or breast reconstruction, our advanced medical tattooing techniques can create remarkably natural-looking areolas and nipples. This procedure:
- Provides the finishing touch to breast reconstruction
- Creates three-dimensional effects through specialized pigmentation techniques
- Helps restore body confidence and sense of wholeness
- Can be performed once surgical sites are fully healed
Surgical Scar Camouflage
Our innovative scar camouflage treatments help minimize the appearance of surgical scars through:
- Custom colour matching to blend with surrounding skin
- Advanced pigmentation techniques to break up scar tissue appearance
- Gradual building of colour for natural-looking results
- Treatment of various scar types and sizes
Scalp Micropigmentation
For patients experiencing hair loss in specific areas, we offer detailed micropigmentation services that:
- Create the appearance of natural hair follicles
- Help camouflage areas of hair loss
- Restore hairline definition
Ongoing Support Services
Throughout your journey, we provide:
- Detailed consultations to discuss treatment options
- Regular follow-up appointments to monitor healing
- Emotional support and understanding from a team that comprehends the cancer journey
- Customized aftercare plans
Safety and Care Protocols
All our treatments are performed with the highest regard for patient safety and comfort
- Strict sterilization and hygiene protocols
- Medical-grade pigments suitable for sensitive skin
- Regular assessment of healing progress
- Coordination with your medical team when necessary
- Careful consideration of each patient's medical history and current health status
Treatment Timeline Considerations
We work closely with each patient to determine the optimal timing for procedures:
- Pre-chemotherapy treatments are scheduled as soon as possible after diagnosis
- Post-surgical procedures are only performed once healing is complete and with medical clearance
- Multiple sessions may be required for optimal results
- Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor and maintain results
Each treatment plan is individually tailored to meet the unique needs and circumstances of every patient. We understand that each cancer journey is different, and we adapt our approach accordingly, always prioritizing your comfort, safety, and emotional well-being throughout the process.
Protocol
Your Pre-Treatment Beauty Journey: What to Expect
Dear Friend,
We understand that you’re beginning a challenging journey, and we’re here to help you face it with confidence. Many of our patients tell us that maintaining their familiar appearance helps them feel more like themselves during treatment. Let us walk you through how we can help.
These are some of the beautiful results our patients have achieved. Each person’s journey is unique, and these images show how we can help preserve your natural features.
Your First Visit
Getting to Know Each Other
When you first visit us, we’ll sit together in our comfortable consultation room for a friendly chat about what you’d like to achieve. This is your time to share your thoughts and concerns, ask any questions, and learn about how we can help. We’ll discuss:
- Your preferences and wishes
- Any concerns you might have
- How we can best support you during this time
- The perfect timing for your treatment before chemotherapy begins
Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. We’ll perform a simple patch test at least 48 hours before your treatment. This quick test ensures your skin will respond well to the pigments we use. It’s a crucial step that gives us both peace of mind before proceeding with your treatment.
Your Treatment Day
Step by Step
1. A Warm Welcome
When you arrive for your treatment, our friendly team will greet you and make sure you’re comfortable. We’ll offer you a beverage and ensure you feel relaxed in our care.
2. Getting Comfortable and Completing Important Steps
- We'll apply a gentle numbing cream to ensure your comfort
- While the cream takes effect (about 30 minutes), we'll:
- Guide you through completing your consent and medical history forms
- Answer any questions you might have
- Feel free to bring a book, listen to music, or just chat with us during this time
3. Creating Your Look
For Eyebrow Enhancement:
Before we begin any treatment, we’ll:
- Take detailed 'before' photographs to document your natural features
- Carefully discuss and plan your ideal brow shape together
- We'll sketch the shape that best suits your face
- Show you our range of natural pigment colours
- Create a custom colour blend to match your natural brow colour
- Make sure you're completely happy with both the shape and colour choices
- Nothing is done until you're completely happy with the planned design
For Lash Enhancement:
- We'll discuss how subtle or defined you'd like your enhancement to be
- Together, we'll choose the perfect shade to complement your eyes
- We'll ensure you're comfortable with every decision
For Areola/ Nipple Reconstruction:
- Take detailed 'before' photographs to document your current appearance
- Carefully discuss your desired outcome and natural areola characteristics
- We'll create template markings to ensure ideal positioning and symmetry
- Show you our range of natural pigment colours for areola and nipple
- Create a custom colour blend to match your desired outcome
- Make sure you're completely comfortable with the placement and colour choices
- Nothing proceeds until you're fully satisfied with the planned approach
For Scar Camouflage:
Before we begin any treatment, we’ll:
- Take detailed 'before' photographs to document your scar appearance
- Perform digital skin tone analysis using our advanced scanning technology to precisely match your natural skin colour
- Carefully assess the scar's texture, depth, and healing stage
- Determine optimal needle configurations based on your specific scar type
- Create a customized treatment plan outlining the layering process
- Explain that 2-3 sessions are typically needed for optimal results
- Demonstrate how we build natural skin texture through gradual pigment layering
- Show you the custom-blended pigments matched to your exact skin tone
- Make sure you're completely comfortable with the treatment approach
- Nothing proceeds until you're fully confident with the planned process
Important Note:
Multiple sessions allow us to:
- Build colour gradually for the most natural result
- Assess how your tissue responds to the pigments
- Make precise adjustments between treatments
- Create dimensional results that truly match your skin
For Scalp Micropigmentation:
Before we begin any treatment, we’ll:
- Take detailed 'before' photographs to document your current hair density and pattern
- Carefully map out your natural or desired hairline
- Outline all areas requiring treatment using special demographic pencil
- Determine optimal follicle size and distribution pattern
- Show you our range of specialized scalp pigments
- Create custom colour blend to match your natural hair colour
- Demonstrate the planned follicle pattern density
- Make sure you're completely comfortable with the hairline design
- Nothing proceeds until you're fully satisfied with the planned approach
Treatment Schedule:
- First Session: Creating the foundation follicle pattern
- Second Session: 7 days later - Adding density and layering
- Third Session: 3 weeks after second - Perfecting and refining the result
Important Note:
This structured timing allows:
- Natural healing between sessions
- Proper colour stabilization
- Progressive density building
- Refined, natural-looking results
4. During Your Treatment
- We'll regularly apply additional numbing cream throughout the procedure to ensure maximum comfort
- Each step will be explained as we go
- We'll check in regularly to ensure you're comfortable
- Feel free to ask questions at any time
Aftercare
Taking Care of You
Before you leave, we’ll:
- Take time to explain everything you need to know
- Provide clear, simple aftercare instructions
- Email you detailed instructions to reference at home
- Schedule your follow-up appointment
- Make sure you have our contact details for any questions
Your Follow-Up Care
We’ll stay in touch to ensure you’re happy with your results:
- A friendly check-in call the next day
- A brief follow-up call in 7-10 days
- Ongoing support throughout your treatment journey
We're Here for You
Remember, you’re not just our patient – you’re part of our family. Many of our team members, including myself, have experienced similar journeys, and we understand the importance of feeling like yourself during treatment. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
If you have any questions, concerns, or just need to talk, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact us anytime.
A Note About Timing
We recommend having your treatment at least two weeks before beginning chemotherapy (eyebrows, lash enhancement) We’ll work with your medical team to ensure perfect timing for your treatment schedule.
Post surgery treatments will be discussed with your doctor and best procedure time will be set for you.
You’re in caring, experienced hands. Let us help you face your journey with confidence.
With warm regards,
Sylvia and the Team
Thanks
Dear Patients,
We are truly honoured to be part of your healing journey. Our team understands that each step toward recovery is deeply personal, and we’re here to help you reclaim what cancer has taken away. This is more than just a procedure for us – it’s about helping you feel whole again.
Your strength throughout this journey has been inspiring, and now we’re here to add a gentle finishing touch to your story of resilience. With artistic care and medical expertise, we’ll work together to restore what feels natural to you, at your own pace and comfort level.
You’ve already shown incredible courage, and we’re privileged to help you write this new chapter. Our entire team is dedicated to ensuring you feel cared for, understood, and supported every step of the way.
With warmth and dedication,
Your Reconstruction Team
Book Your Consultation Today
Sylvia Sumara-Loukam | In collaboration with
London Aesthetics Clinic
15 Percy Street ,W1T 1DS
Tel . 07484716651
