Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs: FAQs

Is It Painful?

Most people experience some sensation or minor discomfort. This will vary according to each individual’s pain threshold. There are different methods available to help prevent pain as much as possible. We use various topical anesthetics that are specifically developed for our industry. Your permanent cosmetic professional will discuss what numbing agents will work best for you.

Is It Safe?

Yes, Permanent Makeup (PMU) can be safe when performed by a trained, licensed and experienced professional using high quality pigments and sterile equipment.

All Needles should be new and sterile for each client. Unopened new and sterile needles should be opened in your presence.
Disposable sterilized one-time use machine parts should be purchased by the artist, and disposed of in a sharps container immediately after the procedure has been completed.
Personal protection equipment such as disposable one-time use aprons and gloves should be new for each client and changed during the procedure when needed.
The technician should be clean and neat.
Disposable one-time use chair/bed covering should be new for each client.

It is important to understand that while our artists strive to provide the highest quality of safety standards, complications can arise due to factors that are out of the control of your provider. Risks that are possible with these types of cosmetic procedures include but are not limited to: inconsistent color, spreading, fanning or fading of pigments.

Permanent Makeup is a tattoo process, not an exact science therefore it is each individual responsibility to acknowledge the chance of unforeseen complexities.

While rare, there is a chance of sensitivity or allergic reactions to pigments as well as numbing agents. Unless disclosed by client, providers are unable to predict reactions to agents and are not liable for unexpected complications while providing services.

How Long Does It Last?

Permanent makeup is designed to fade over time but is still considered a tattoo. Factors based on each individual greatly affect the longevity of tattoo. Skin type, medications, products, sun exposure, metabolism and lifestyle are just a few examples. Following the aftercare instructions is critical in the healing process and the overall results. Touch-ups are also critical as pigments can be brightened, and shape altered to ensure the highest quality of results. Often times, clients may require more than the standard one touch up included in the initial price. Technicians are unable to predict exactly how many additional follow up appointments may be necessary to perfect color and brightness of pigments as many lifestyle factors contribute to success of the tattoo.

Who Is a Candidate?

A candidate for permanent makeup is typically someone who wants to enhance their natural features with long-lasting cosmetic results. Good candidates include:

Individuals who have busy lifestyles and want to save time on daily cosmetic application.
Clients who may have vision problems, arthritis or other physical limitations.
Individuals with allergies or sensitivity to traditional cosmetic products.
Patients that are undergoing or recovering from medical treatments and want to restore natural features.
Patients that have sparse or thinning eyebrows due to overplucking, aging or alopecia.
Individuals looking to correct asymmetrical features or enhance definition in existing brows, lips or eyes.