FAQ's
What is permanent makeup?
Permanent makeup is an advanced form of tattooing, also know as micro pigmentation, where state of the art equipment and needles are used that have been specifically developed to work around the delicate areas of the face. Pigment is placed into the dermal layer of your skin which is waterproof, smudge proof and can save you time applying make up.
Who can benefit from permanent makeup?
Permanent makeup is perfect for busy working mum's who don't have 5 minutes to apply makeup. Permanent makeup is smudge proof and waterproof. Permanent makeup is looking and feeling good 24/7. Permanent makeup can help boost confidence, it saves time and can help individuals with certain medical conditions such as alopecia, chemotherapy and autoimmune conditions.
How long does the treatment take?
Depending on what treatment you decide on you will usually be in the treatment room for 2 hours. A re-touch is required 4 weeks to 3 months after your initial appointment (a re-touch is included for new treatments. Colour boosts only require 1 treatment).
What will I look like after the treatment?
Immediately after and for the first few days the colour is up to 20% darker and more intense but will subsequently lighten. Mild redness and swelling may be apparent for the first couple of days, however normal activity can be resumed immediately following the procedure. You can use a specialist mineral make up if necessary.
Does it hurt?
The treatment is made comfortable be using numbing creams. It is no more painful than having your eyebrows plucked; in fact many clients enjoy the treatment and find it relaxing. Joanne says 'It is a little scratching feeling but not uncomfortable. Joanne will ask if you are comfortable and tries her best to manage any pain.
How long will it last?
Permanent makeup usually lasts 12 -18 months depending on your lifestyle and skin type. Sun is our worst enemy and prematurely fades the permanent makeup. A good SPF cream or makeup will prolong the life of your permanent makeup. Some people wait for years to have a touch up treatment and you are always left with pigment residue in your skin but it is less defined.
How do you know what style of eyebrow will suit me?
Everyone's face shape and features are different, however, there are few a beauty secrets we use to help re design your brows so they will be unique to you. During your consultation Joanne will draw on several different shaped eyebrows, only when you are happy with the shape and colour choice the treatment will begin.
How will you know what lip colours to choose?
Joanne will have a free consultation with you and we will decide together what colours will suite you the best, Joanne will use samples of colour on your skin so you can see which colour tones look the best and compliment your own skin colour.