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Frequently Asked Questions About Permanent Makeup

Exactly what can I get done with permanent makeup?
It is possible to have your eyeliner, eyebrows, lip color, areola, beauty marks and various forms of camouflage.

How long does it last for?
Depending on individual metabolism, it can last anywhere from one to five years. Then you may have a touch up done at a much-reduced price.

Does it hurt?
Since everyone has a different pain tolerance, some may feel a higher sensitivity than others. It is often described as a stinging sensation. We always use a topical before and during the procedure. Some steps to take to help you be more comfortable: You may be more sensitive prior and during your period so schedule around that. You can take a non—aspirin pain reliever prior to your appointment. Make sure you have eaten a meal prior to the appt. No COFFEE, ALCOHOL, ASPIRIN, ANTI HISTAMINE, prior to your appt.

Do people ever have an allergic reaction?
Allergic reactions to permanent makeup and tattooing in general are extremely rare. As a precaution we always do a test patch to be safe. This is done three days prior to your first appointment or during the consultation.

What if in years to come I change my mind about the style and color of my brows etc.?
Remember that over time the pigment fades so it is possible for you to say you would like a different shape and color up to a certain point.

How safe is this procedure? I keep hearing about communicable diseases?
This is a very good question! It is very important for you to fill out all your forms completely so your technician knows about your medical history, medications, allergies etc. The technician always uses, a new disposable needle, new gloves, new table cover, new wipes and swabs. Anything that cannot be thrown out is wiped down with alcohol.

At what age is it appropriate to have permanent makeup?
It is never too late or too early to enjoy permanent makeup; under 18 will require parental permission. We always want to look our best and when we do we seem to feel better.

Will I be able to see what it is going to look like before it is done?
Yes, the technician will draw on your brows and lips etc. first until you are both happy with the balance of your face, and any reconstructing that we are going to be doing IE; fuller lips or thicker brows…

What if I have cold sores on my lips?
If you have ever had a cold sore on your lip it is very important that you get a prescription from your doctor for Zovirex and or Voltrax or you will stimulate the virus and become re-infected which could have an effect on the retention of your permanent lip color.

How long does this take to have done?
The procedure will take between one or two hours depending on what you are having done and how long it takes to decide on color and shape ect. also each procedure will be done in a succession of appointments which is includes in the price.

What is involved I in the healing process?
For eyebrows it is important that you know for approximately three or four days your brows will be darker than you expected them to be as they oxidize within about ten minutes of having them done. We will be giving you an antibiotic ointment that you will put on a few times a day to keep the pigment from drying and flaking off. Your next appointment will be booked in about three or four weeks. For lip color appointments you will use the antibiotic ointment as well as your prescription if you need it. DO NOT WEAR LIPSTICK, DO NOT PICK, PEEL, OR SCRATCH, the treated area.

Stay out of direct sun, hot tubs, and pools, do not wash lips. Always use clean swabs each time you apply cream, different ones as well if you had more than one service at a time. After a few days considerable loss of pigment will be gone and within a couple of weeks you will see some of the colour come back as they are healing. Ice packs can be used as well as Witch Hazel.