Below I have tried to anticipate a few questions you might have about Permanent makeup. If you still have questions I would be happy to answer them and you can contact me using the form on the contact page or calling 01634 730877.
Your brows are draw on with a makeup pencil using special measuring techniques to ensure that the design is both suitable to your face shape and your expectations. Until you are completely happy with the shape that has been created the tattoo process will not begin!!
Using the Nouveau Intelligent machine specifically designed for permanent makeup, pigment is gently applied to the skin. Clients refer to the feeling as a vibration rather than pain. I ensure that the minimum amount of discomfort is felt. Your treatment normally takes about two hours. This can vary from person to person depending on each individual requirement.
I will require a booking fee of £50 to secure your appointment for Eyebrow Permanent Makeup. This amount will then be taken off of your treatment price.
If you do not give more than 48 hours notice to change your appointment then you will lose your £50 booking fee.
Due to the nature of my work I require a 48 hour notice period if you do need to cancel or change your appointment.
If you do not give more than 48 hours notice then you will lose your £50 booking fee.
A topical anaesthetic is used when needed to help numb the areas to be treated. This helps to alleviate any minor discomfort you may experience during the procedure. Everyone has their own unique level of pain tolerance. Some people feel that certain areas of the face are more sensitive than others, so special emphasis is put on making the client as comfortable as possible. A variety of topical anaesthetics are on hand to ensure that your procedure is as pain-free as possible.
Permanent makeup usually lasts between 12 months and 3 years but this will heavily depend on your lifestyle. Sun/sunbeds may have an effect on the results during the immediate healing stages and can prematurely fade your permanent makeup. Certain beauty products can also effect your permanent makeup. We will invite you back for a “perfecting re-evaluation” 4-6 weeks after your initial treatment and I recommend that you leave the same length of time until any holidays. Always use a total block SPF cream to prolong the life of your permanent makeup.
During the consultation process colours are discussed in detail to ensure that the correct colour pigment is chosen to suit your skin & hair colour. Skin tone is often categorised according to the Fitzpatrick skin type scale which ranges from very fair (skin type I) to very dark (skin type VI).
You should be prepared for the colour intensity to be significantly sharper and darker immediately after the treatment. This will subside and become lighter as the skin heals. This process can take up to 10 days. A comprehensive A4 aftercare sheet is given explaining how to look after your permanent makeup following your procedure.
I would never perform a treatment that is too dramatic or trendy. The idea is to enhance rather than change your features. Colours are chosen to compliment your skin tone, hair and eye colour.
There is no set rule for the length of time between your initial treatment and your colour boost and in fact it can vary from 12 months until 3 years.
Your brows will naturally start to change/fade/lose definition but this does not necessarily mean you are ready for a colour boost. It is essential that we do not over load your skin with pigment and saturate the skin which can create scar tissue.
If you feel you need a colour boost I will:
It is important to remember that permanent make-up is a “low” not a “no” maintenance treatment so always follow the aftercare procedure.
The length of time until your colour boost varies from person to person as skin type, diet, genetics and environmental factors can all contribute to how long the pigments will be retained in the skin. For instance, sun bed use and sun exposure have a bearing on the pigment retention as well as some “medical” facial products but this can be prevented with proper protection.
Tattoo pigments have been used for thousands of years and reactions are very rare. Nouveau Contour pigments are of the highest grade and are hypoallergenic. However we do always advise a patch test.
The strictest sterilisation procedures are adhered to at all times. A new, single use disposable, sterile needle is used for your complete safety. All procedures conform to the British and European Health and Safety standards
I have a large portfolio of before & after clients as well as testimonials. Testimonials and pictures can also be found on my Facebook page.
You can usually go about your daily routine immediately but some clients experience some swelling and redness which normally subsides within 48 hours. The colour will be approximately 40% darker and the area may be dry and flaky for 3-7 days after the treatment.
A full and comprehensive “after care” leaflet is explained and given to you following your treatment.
The full list of our services and prices are on our website. Permanent makeup is not inexpensive, but it can be priceless. It has been estimated that the savings in daily makeup is about £300 per year, and in time that you may save 380 hours per year. Most people don’t get permanent makeup to save money, they do it for convenience and to know that they always look their best. If you compare other non-surgical procedures such as Botox or wrinkle fillers it gives you a good idea of the value of permanent makeup. For about the same cost as some Botox or filler, which may last only 3-6 months, you will get permanent makeup that lasts for years and saves you time every day.
People with sensitive skin are pleased with permanent make up because there is less chance of a reaction to the pigment than there is of a reaction or sensitivity to traditional make up products. A patch test and a full medical questionnaire is completed prior to all permanent makeup procedures.
It’s possible that your eyes could be a little watery after the treatment. As a precaution, we recommend that anyone having an eye treatment should where possible have someone to drive them home.
Please note that contact lens wearers will be requested to remove contact lenses for the treatment and to not wear for next 48 hours. Please remember to bring your glasses.
Yes I have clients that you can talk to as well as seeing photographs of their permanent makeup. When a client has had a procedure I do ask if they would be happy to speak to anyone who is thinking about having it done. This is part of the many questions on the necessary paperwork that are completed prior to treatment.
A permanent makeup procedure is a two-part process. The initial treatment and then the “perfecting” re-evaluation normally 8-10 weeks later. This cost of the treatment includes both procedures.
We offer discounted colour boost rates from 6 – 18 months after the initial treatment. It is important to remember that permanent make-up is a “low” not a “no” maintenance treatment. Colour boosts are required to maintain definition and colour.
As a guide, it could be anything between 12-18 months before a Colour Boost is required. Once the colour starts to change you will know that you are ready for your refresher colour boost.
This varies from person to person because skin type, diet, genetics and environmental factors can all contribute to how long the pigments will be retained. For instance, sun bed use and sun exposure have a bearing on the pigment retention, but this can be prevented with proper protection.
Some pigment will remain in the skin permanently but will gradually fade over time. It varies from client to client but generally lasts 3 to 5 years.
Some pigment will remain in the skin permanently but will gradually fade over time. It varies from client to client but generally lasts 3 to 5 years.
The strictest sterilisation procedures are adhered to at all times. A new, single use disposable, sterile needle is used for your complete safety. All procedures conform to the British and European Health and Safety standards.
I am an Elite permanent makeup artist and Trainer having gained my qualifications with the Nouveau Beauty Group, the largest permanent makeup training company in the UK and Europe.
I am also proud to be one of the first UK permanent makeup artists to be awarded the SPCP (Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals/USA) accreditation/qualification.
I am fully insured and registered. I have been carrying out permanent makeup and paramedical treatments for over 10 years. I am continually challenging my knowledge and standards attending frequent Train the Trainer and Master classes as well as keeping up to date with the continual introduction of the latest advanced techniques and treatments. As a Trainer for the Health & Safety/Infection Control I am constantly updating my skills in this area.
A portfolio of my certificates is shown at every consultation.
A FREE consultation is given prior to every treatment. This is initially over the telephone. If a separate consultation appointment is required please note that the waiting time for a procedure could be longer. The consultation will explain to you all aspects of the treatment.
The actual treatment appointment is approximately two hours. The application of topical anaesthetics (20 mins during which all medical & consent forms are completed). Time is then spent consulting and selecting the appropriate colour for your skin. The cosmetic artistry – designing the shape providing a unique “template” suited to your face shape and then implanting the pigment. Complete after-care instructions will be agreed verbally as well as a printed aftercare sheet will be given to you to take home.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions. All consultations are FREE with no obligation. Putting you in an informed position is of utmost importance to me – being informed allows YOU to make a choice.