What are permanent cosmetics?
Permanent cosmetic makeup is the art and science of implanting color into your skin. The pigment is placed
into the dermis. The outermost layer of the skin is known as the epidermis. The epidermis is always shedding and renewing itself.
When the procedure is complete the color will appear a bit darker than the final result because the pigment was implanted in both
the epidermis and the dermis. The color in the epidermis will shed and you will see the pigment through a thin veil of healed epidermal
skin.
Does it hurt?
New anesthetics have been designed with permanent cosmetic procedures in mind. Some people feel some discomfort
and many feel just some pressure. Quality anesthetic is a must for permanent cosmetic procedures. Your comfort is a top priority.
There is never an additional charge to provide additional anesthetic.
Are the needles sterilized and what are the sanitary conditions?
All
needles, tubes, pigment caps and needle caps are individually packaged per-sterile from the manufacture. These items are disposable
and never reused not even on the same patient. Gloves and barrier items are used for client protection and infection control.
What
colors can I choose from and has anyone ever had an allergic reaction?
Both organic and inorganic pigments may be used for desired
color. I prefer the organic pigments because they are more natural looking. Most permanent cosmetic pigments are organic based. Tattoo
inks have a more vivid or bold look due to the fact that they are inorganic. Any color can be achieved and most clients require custom
mixing to achieve their desired result. I have never had a client have an allergic reaction to permanent cosmetic pigment. Allergic
reaction to permanent makeup pigment is extremely rare. No pigments have been FDA approved for tattoo or permanent makeup.
Do
you do correction work?
Correction work and tattoo fade is my specialty. Remember you get what you pay for. It saves you time and money
to get it done right the first time. If you want to make a change to your permanent makeup or are considering tattoo removal please
call and come in for a consultation.
Do you have before and after pictures?
I have a full color portfolio. I have many examples
of every procedure I provide. Experienced, professional permanent cosmetic technicians should have quality portfolios for your viewing.
Our portfolios are our resume and represent our personal style, artistic ability and experience.
What method of implantation
do you use?
Currently the majority of permanent cosmetic technicians are using a rotary machine pen. I do use the machine for some
procedures but I also use the manual method. The manual method is a non-machine method using bundles of super thin acupuncture like
needles. This method is used for blending, gentle touch-ups, eye shadow, and very detailed work. I utilize both methods.
What are
3D hair strokes?
This is the process of using 3 colors to give dimension. To simply make lines in the brow is not enough. Some permanent
makeup technicians think little lines are “hair strokes” but the result is unnatural looking. It will look like stitches or pen marks
on the face. The 3D hair stroke is the art of creating a believable hair with pigment. Three colors are used to make the hair, the
highlight and the shadow. It’s tedious work but the result is natural looking.
I’m considering getting my lips done. What should
I know about the lips?
Lips need 2 full applications. Lips do not accept pigment and retain it as well as other areas. You will fade up to 50% during the healing process. The lips will appear darker the first week and then as they heal you may feel like all the pigment faded but at about week three the color will bloom. In week 4 you come in for your next application. Lip prices are a bit more because they take a bit more time, anesthetic and the touch-up is included in the price.