FAQ
GENERAL FAQs
What is permanent makeup?
Permanent makeup (also known as micro-pigmentation, permanent cosmetics, and cosmetic tattoo) is a cosmetic technique of implantation of coloring pigments into the dermal layer of skin for aesthetic purposes to produce designs that resemble makeup.
Is it really permanent?
Gradual fading can be expected for all the permanent makeup procedures. The degree of fading varies from person to person depending on the body chemistry, lifestyle, medical conditions, the amount of UV exposure, etc. We recommend periodic refreshes to maintain the desired look.
Is it safe?
In our studio all the procedures are performed under sterile conditions. Only disposable needles are used. There are no known allergic reactions to pigments we use, however at the client’s request an allergy test can be performed at the time of consultation prior to treatment.
Are you licensed?
Yes, we are licensed in the state of Florida and undergo periodic mandatory inspections by the Florida Health Department.
Is there any discomfort associated with the procedure?
We strive to assure a painless experience by using proven pain management techniques. Topical anesthetic agents are applied prior and during each procedure. We use the most advanced digital equipment to perform all our procedures that allows for more color implantation in less time and with significantly less discomfort.
How long does the procedure take?
Each procedure takes between 90 and 180 minutes. This includes the application of anesthetic and the design and color selection that best fits the structure of your face and skin tone.
What is the recovery time?
You can go to work the same day. Minor swelling may occur, but it is usually gone within the next few hours. For the first few days the intensity of color is 20-40% more than the healed result will be. You will be able to see the final color after about 30 days when your skin has had a full cycle of cellular regeneration.
How is the specific desired look and shade of the color determined?
First we recommend the shape and color that best complement your facial features and skin tone, then the expected result is demonstrated by applying topical makeup for your approval, and only after that the selected color is implanted into the skin
What is the difference between a touchup and refresh of permanent makeup?
All permanent makeup procedures are two-step. Touchup is a mandatory follow up procedure in 6-8 weeks after the initial one to achieve a desired shade of color. All colors gradually fade over time. Refresh is a one-time procedure done on an area where permanent makeup was previously applied (brows, eyelids, lips). It is usually done anywhere between 12 and 24 months after a touchup and it is highly recommended to maintain a desired look.
Do you do refresh/touch ups of permanent makeup done elsewhere?
We do refreshes on permanent makeup done elsewhere, not touch ups. If you previously had a permanent makeup procedure done elsewhere, we kindly ask you, prior to scheduling an appointment with us, to provide a photo of the area it was done on, to determine whether it can be refreshed or previously done permanent makeup has to be removed first. We consider all first-time client’s procedures done in our studio new ones and charge accordingly.
EYEBROWS FAQs
Am I a good candidate for eyebrows permanent makeup procedure?
To determine whether you are a good candidate for an eyebrows permanent makeup procedure we will need some information:
- You must be 18 years old or older. The only exception we make is if you are at lest 16 years old and come with your parent/guardian who will sign a consent form. It is legal in the state of Florida to do a permanent makeup procedure on miners older than 16 years old with their parent/ guardian written consent.
- If you ever had permanent makeup done (including microblading) on your eyebrows before or have scars in the eyebrows area, we ask you to email us a clear photo of your eyebrows for an approval or come for an in-person consultation prior to scheduling the procedure.
- If you have Alopecia Areata, we require a note from your physician giving consent to the procedure.
- Retin-A/ Retinol. Must stop using 30 days prior to the procedure.
If you have the following conditions, you are not a good candidate for a permanent makeup eyebrows procedure:
- Pregnant, nursing, harvesting eggs or trying to get pregnant women must wait 3 month after the delivery and/or 3 month after finishing nursing. No exceptions will be made.
- Prone to keloids. No exceptions will be made.
- Have heart conditions/ pacemaker/ defibrillator. No exceptions will be made.
- Currently on any of the following medications, you may bleed and the pigment will not retain:
- Triflusal (Disgren)
- Clopidogrel (Plavix)
- Prasugrel (Effient)
- Ticagrelor (Brilinta)
- Ticlopidine (Ticlid)
- Cilostazol (Pletal)
- Vorapaxar (Zontivity)
- Dipyridamole (Persantine Coumadin)
- Pradaxia (Dibigatran)
- Xarelto (Revaraxaban)
- Eliquis (Apixaban)
- Savayasa (Edoxaban)
- On Accutane (acne medication) within the last 12 month. Pigment will not retain. No exceptions will be made.
- Trichotillomania (compulsive hair pulling). Due to constant pulling the pigment may not retain.
- Singles. If you have ever had shingles on your face it may flare up. No exceptions will be made.
- Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis (ongoing flaking, itching of the skin) in or around the eyebrow area. No exceptions will be made.
- Thyroid disorders:
- Hypo/ Hyper Thyrodism. Pigment may not retain or fade faster than usual.
- Graves Disease, Hashimoto’s Thyrodism. Requires a not from your physician to give consent to the procedure.
- Auto Immune Disorder of any kind (Multiple sclerosis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus, Type 1 Diabetes etc). Requires a note from your physician giving consent to the procedure.
- Enlarged pores in the eyebrows area. Pigment may heal patchy.
- Hemophilia (Bleeding disorder). No exceptions will be made.
- Cancer of any kind or chemotherapy/ radiation within the last 6 month. Requires a note from your physician giving consent to the procedure.
- MRSA. Highly contagious.
- Menopause related hot flashes. If you have hot flashes during the procedure the pigment may not retain.
- Platelet Disorders/ Aggregation Disorders. A disorder when platelets do not bind with fibrinogen and other proteins in the blood to stick to other platelets. As a result, the platelets cannot form a plug to stop the bleeding from a damaged blood vessel.
- No exceptions will be made.
- Moles, skin tags/ raised areas, pimples in the eyebrows area. Pigment will not be implanted in those areas.
- Piercing of an eyebrow. Scars may cause poor pigment retention/ migration.
- Deep wrinkles in the eyebrows area. Pigment may not retain or heal darker in the creases, giving the eyebrows an uneven look.
- Eyebrow hair transplant. Pigment may not retain in the scar tissue where the plugs were placed.
- Rosacea (diagnosed severe redness of the face). Due to the hypersensitivity, skin doesn’t take pigment well.
- Extremely thin skin (transparent, translucent or very vascular). Due to hypersensitivity, skin does not take pigment well.
- Daily exercise. Due to frequent sweating pigment will not retain or fade a lot faster than usual.
EYELINER FAQs
Am I a good candidate for an eyeliner procedure?
If you have the following conditions, you are not a good candidate for a permanent makeup eyebrows procedure:
- Any current eye infections (conjunctivitis of any origin, infectious keratitis of any origin, infectious endophthalmitis, stye).
- Eyelid disorders:
- Blepharitis – an inflammation of the edges of the eyelid margin. No exceptions will be made.
- Blepharospasm – spasm of the muscles around the eye, causing involuntary blinking or closing of the eye. No exceptions will be made.
- Chalazion – swelling of oil glands in the eyelid, usually due to a blocked duct. No exceptions will be made.
- Eyelid Edema – condition of excessive fluid in the eyelid that causes swelling, itching, redness. Once you get a note from your physician consenting to the procedure you will need to schedule an appointment with us for a patch test, where a small amount of pigment will be implanted into your eyelid skin to see whether you may be allergic to any component of the pigment we use for an eyeliner/ lash line enhancement.
- Very thin, vascular skin of the eyelids. Due to hypersensitivity skin may not take pigment will, or pigment may migrate. If you have this skin type, we recommend choosing eyelash enhancement instead of a classic or shaded eyeliner.
Moles/raised skin on your eyelids. Pigment will not be implanted into a mole or a raised skin area.
If I wear contact lenses, may I leave them in during the procedure?
You will have to take your contact lenses out right before the procedure and not wear them for the next 2-3 days or until the post-procedure swelling of the eyelids will go away. Be sure to bring your glasses to the appointment.
What if I have lash extensions?
Lash extensions need to be removed at least 3 days before the eyeliner procedure. IF you come to your permanent makeup eyeliner appointment with lash extensions you will have to reschedule your appointment. No exceptions will be made.
LIP BLUCH FAQs
Am I a good candidate for a lip blush permanent makeup procedure?
To determine whether you are a good candidate for a lip blush permanent makeup procedure we will need some information:
- You must be 18 years old or older. The only exception we make is if you are at least 16 years old and come with your parent/ guardian who will sign a consent form. It is legal in the state of Florida to do a permanent makeup procedure on miners older than 16 years old with their parent/ guardian written consent.
- If you ever had permanent makeup done on your lips before or have scars on your lips, we ask you to email us a clear photo of your lips for an approval or come for an in-person consultation prior to scheduling a procedure.
- If you have Alopecia Areata, we require a note from your physician giving consent to the procedure.
- Retin-A/ Retinol. Must stop using 30 days prior to the procedure.
If you have the following conditions, you are not a good candidate for a permanent makeup lip blush procedure:
- Pregnant, nursing, harvesting eggs or trying to get pregnant women must wait 3 months after the delivery and/or 3 months after finishing nursing. No exceptions will be made.
- Prone to keloids. No exceptions will be made.
- Have heart conditions/ pacemaker/ defibrillator. No exceptions will be made.
- Currently on any of the following medications, you may blead and the pigment will not retain:
- Triflusal (Disgren)
- Clopidogrel (Plavix)
- Prasugrel (Effient)
- Ticagrelor (Brilinta)
- Ticlopidine (Ticlid)
- Cilostazol (Pletal)
- Vorapaxar (Zontivity)
- Dipyridamole (Persantine Coumadin)
- Pradaxia (Dibigatran)
- Xarelto (Revaraxaban)
- Eliquis (Apixaban)
- Savayasa (Edoxaban)
- On Accutane (acne medication) within the last 12 month. Pigment will not be retained. No exceptions will be made.
- Trichotillomania (compulsive hair pulling). Due to constant pulling the pigment may not retain.
- Singles. If you have ever had shingles on your face it may flare up. No exceptions will be made.
- Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis (ongoing flaking, itching of the skin) in or around the eyebrow area. No exceptions will be made.
- Thyroid disorders:
- Hypo/ Hyper Thyrodism. Pigment may not retain or fade faster than usual.
- Graves Disease, Hashimoto’s Thyrodism. Requires a note from your physician to give consent to the procedure.
- Auto Immune Disorder of any kind (Multiple sclerosis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus, Type 1 Diabetes). Requires a note from your physician giving consent to the procedure.
- Enlarged pores in the eyebrows area. Pigment may heal patchy.
- Hemophilia (Bleeding disorder). No exceptions will be made.
- Cancer of any kind or chemotherapy/ radiation within the last 6 month.
- Requires a note from your physician giving consent to the procedure.
- MRSA. Highly contagious.
- Menopause related hot flashes. If you have hot flashes during the procedure the pigment may not retain.
- Platelet Disorders/ Aggregation Disorders. It is a disorder when platelets do not bind with fibrinogen and other proteins in the blood to stick to other platelets.
- As a result, the platelets cannot form a plug to stop the bleeding from a damaged blood vessel. No exceptions will be made.
- Shingles. If you ever had shingles on your face, a procedure won’t be performed.
- It may cause a flare up.
- If you have a history of cold sores on your lips (even if you had it only once, the virus stays in your system forever), the procedure may cause a flare-up. We require you to contact your physician and get a prescription for appropriate ani-viral medication. You should start taking it on the day of the procedure and continue until the post-procedure peeling is gone from your lips plus 1 day (usually 4-6 days).
How do I prepare for a lip blush procedure?
To maximize color retention, keep your lips hydrated by applying a lip balm of your choice and drink more water. Exfoliate them prior to the appointment so that they are not dry. If you come to your lip blush appointment with patches of dry skin on your lips they may heal with uneven color.
Will my lips bleed during the lip blush procedure?
Minor bleeding during lip blush procedure is normal. To avoid excessive bleeding and poor pigment deposit as a result:
- Do not drink alcohol 24-48 hours prior to the procedure
- Do not consume caffeine right before the procedure
- Do not take aspirin or other blood thinners 24 hours prior to the procedure
- Stop taking Fish Oil and Vitamin E two weeks prior to the procedure
- Discontinue Vitamin A/ Retinol products (both creams/serums and supplements) one month prior to the procedure
- If you were taking antibiotics or steroids you must wait at least 30 days after you stop taking them to have your lip blush procedure performed.