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What is Permanent Makeup?

Permanent Makeup is a procedure involves inserting sterile, hypoallergenic cosmetic pigments into the dermal layer of the skin using single-use, disposable needles. Unlike traditional tattoos, permanent makeup pigments are meant to fade over time. The areas to be treated are numbed with approved topical anesthetics to ensure comfortable experience.

If you're looking to enhance the definition and color of your eyebrows, eyelids, or lips, permanent makeup could be a great option. With this technique, you have the flexibility to enhance your natural look or opt for a more dramatic appearance.

No, Permanent Makeup (PMU) does not last forever.   Tattoos are commonly known as permanent, but it's worth noting that the color will naturally fade over time. To maintain the desired appearance, touch-ups will be necessary. The rate at which the color fades can vary depending on factors such as the client's skin type, overall health, age, and lifestyle. Proper maintenance of the tattoo is also crucial to prolonging its lifespan. Generally, a tattoo may require touch-ups between 1 to 2,3 years after the initial procedure.

Not really, but pain is a very subjective notion. Elena uses topical gel anesthetics to reduce pain during the treatment. However, some clients may still feel discomfort, especially those who are more sensitive or have a lower pain threshold. Pain may increase during the procedure if the client is menstruating. Elena applies secondary anesthesia to ensure maximum comfort for her clients. Most clients report little or no pain, and some even fall asleep during the procedure.

You must be 18 years or older to have this service performed.

At the start of your permanent makeup appointment, Elena will conduct a thorough consultation to discuss your goals and address any questions you may have. She will also take photos of your natural brows and review options for shaping and coloring.

The process of creating brow shading, eyeliner, or full lip color involves two steps. During the first step, Elena will perform the initial procedure after the consultation. This will be followed by a touch-up 1.5-2.5 months later to ensure optimal results.

First Procedure:

  • The client completes a medical profile and informed consent form.
  • The artist and client collaborate on the shape and color.
  • The pigment is then implanted.
  • After the completion, final pictures are taken and the client is given an aftercare kit.

Touch-up:

Revisit in 1.5-2.5 months to review the healing progress and enhance the colors.

For longer-lasting results, it is recommended to refresh the color every one to two years.

The healing process and aftercare instructions are the same for both initial and touch-up sessions.

Elena exclusively uses specially formulated pigments for the face. Her pigment selections are of the highest grade and quality, and undergo strict testing to ensure compliance with regulations.

During your consultation with the PMU cosmetic artist, you will have the opportunity to discuss the shape and color of your desired design. Elena will take into consideration factors such as your age, current makeup usage, daily activities, and the color and undertones of your skin. The artist will also consider the shape of your lips, the structure of your brow bone, or the curvature of your eyelid before creating the shape outline. Once the design has been simulated, you will need to approve it before the tattooing process can begin.

No. It is important to understand that hair growth starts from a much deeper layer of skin than where we implant the pigment/ink. These treatments can stimulate hair growth by affecting the layers above the hair follicle.

Yes and yes. It’s important to know that you’ll need a follow-up session 6-8 weeks after your first permanent makeup appointment. Everyone’s healing process is different, so it’s hard to predict how your body will absorb the pigment and heal. This follow-up session is necessary so that Elena can evaluate how your skin has taken the pigment and make any necessary adjustments to the color, shape, and strokes. This session is sometimes called the “perfecting” because it helps ensure the best results. While it’s rare, you may need an additional session to achieve the desired outcome, which would incur an additional charge.

There is no downtime, and you may return to work the same day. When you leave the studio, the treated area will begin to oxidize – meaning your body will start to heal itself, and the area may appear darker or brighter in the hours following the treatment. The day after the procedure, the treated area may appear bolder or darker, which is normal and will last for about three days. As your skin heals, the color will gradually lighten.

Prior to any PMU procedure, it is necessary for each client to undergo a patch test to ensure that there will be no allergic reactions to the products used.  PMU, like any beauty treatment, involves the use of pigments, numbing creams, and aftercare products, which can cause an allergic reaction. A patch test is a safety procedure to ensure that a person is not allergic to any of the pigments or makeup products used

How A Patch Test Is Performed:

The patch test should be conducted at least 48 hours before any treatments to allow enough time for any potential reactions to show. The test is valid for 6 months and will be performed in an inconspicuous area, such as the back of the ear or inside the elbow crease.

Using a lancet, the skin will be pierced twice. The pigment will be applied to the first area and topical anesthetic to the second. You should not wash off the products until 20 minutes have passed. This feels like a tiny scratch and may sting for a split second, but it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Afterward, the PMU artist will apply some healing balm and ask you to monitor the area over the next 48 hours. During this time, you should avoid any harsh products coming into contact with the area.

How to Interpret the Results of a Patch Test?

During a patch test, no news is good news! If your skin shows no reactions, you can enjoy permanent makeup treatments safely. However, if your skin reacts negatively, it is not safe to get any cosmetic tattoos. Signs of a negative patch test may include:

  • Redness or itching
  • Irritation or rashes
  • Inflammation or more than normal swelling
  • Sore or painful blisters
  • Lumps or bumps

Cosmetic tattooing is not suitable for everyone. Skin type, health/medications, existing hair, and lifestyle choices can all affect the success of the procedure. While rare, it should be noted that some skin types simply do not accept pigment. There may be medical issues that prevent Elena from working with you.

Please be aware that there are no guarantees regarding how your body will heal. The healing process is unique to each individual and carries potential risks, which all clients should know about before agreeing to the procedure. The healing process is unique to each individual and carries potential risks, which all clients should know about before agreeing to the procedure.

Contraindications for Permanent Makeup:

**** Under 18 years

Pregnant or Breastfeeding

Type 1 Diabetes (doctor’s approval required if you are insulin resistant)

Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure

Heart disease, murmurs (requires doctor’s approval)

Blood pressure disorders (requires doctor’s approval)

Epilepsy/Seizure (requires doctor’s approval)

Taking blood thinners (doctor’s approval needed to stop a few days before the procedure)

Taking ARV’s

Chronic Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis, Rosacea, or Keratosis pilaris around the facial area (requires doctor’s approval)

Allergic to Anaesthetic (such as Lidocaine)

Active Herpes outbreak (cold sore)

Autoimmune disease (please inform your PMU Artist)

Chemotherapy (6 months after) Not sure how someone can predict having chemo)

Glaucoma (no eyeliner due to pressure during the procedure)

HIV/Hepatitis (past or current)

Moles (if removed, must before 6 to 9 months before the procedure) lesions, and sores on the treatment area

Keloid or Hypertrophic scarring.

Extreme anxiety

Extensive use of steroid creams

Frontal fibrosing alopecia

Telangiectasia or birthmarks in and around the treatment area

Thyroid condition (Hypo, HyperThyroidism, Graves’ disease)

Certain Medications

History of Shingles (please inform your PMU Artist)

Hemophilia-Bleeding Disorder

Hair transplant for your eyebrows

Platelet Disorders

Accutane / Roaccutane / Isotretinoin (acne medicine) Within the last year

Extremely Thin skin (Transparent, Translucent or very vascular)

Recent laser or cosmetic surgery

Prosthesis across the bridge of the nose

Infection

Pigmented lesions of the skin