Sensation varies from person to person. The skin is pre-numbed with a suitable use local anaesthetic. Having permanent or a cosmetic tattoo is not as painful as having a regular tattoo. Some people have described the sensation as similar to having their eyebrows plucked or threaded.

Numbness – Each individual is different according to the skin type. Some clients have reported that the area is totally numb while others say they experience some discomfort.

Yes, and whilst it is rare this is why we patch to ensure that you are not allergic to our products. It is important to note that even a zero reaction to a patch test does not necessarily mean that you may not have an allergic reaction during treatment (known as a delayed reaction).

Allergic reaction can occur from any anaesthetics used during the procedure. If you do suffer from an allergic reaction you should contact your doctor immediately. Allergic reaction response may display redness, itching, swelling, a rash, blistering, dryness or any other symptom associated with allergy.

Everyone wants to look the best they can naturally. Permanent make up provides the convenience of make up without time consuming make up, smudging & mess. So you can enjoy perfectly shaped eyebrows, wide-awake defined eyes and beautifully contoured lips.

Perfect for that natural subtle, soft and perfectly in place look so you have the confidence of knowing that you look your best 24/7 whether you are out and about, attending a gym class or sitting around the pool on holiday.

Permanent make up is a form of cosmetic tattoo and is suitable for both women and men of all ages. Most people are suitable for some form of permanent makeup.

The results look so natural and it’s the perfect solution for many clients looking for:

• • Perfect make up 24 hours a day.
  • To give fullness & definition to sparse eyebrows or lashes.
  • Clients with alopecia.
  • Contact lenses or glasses wearers.
  • Allergy, hay fever or watery eyes.
  • Clients with sensitive skin.
  • Busy & active lifestyles.
  • Loss of definition due to ageing.
  • Poorly defined or unsymmetrical features.

A FREE face to face consultation provides the opportunity to discuss your requirements and understand your needs and which technique is best suited to you.

Before you consider permanent make up:

• • Are you pregnant/breastfeeding?
  • Do you have pre-existing Permanent Make Up that has been done elsewhere by another make up technician?
  • Do you suffer from cold sores?

If any of these apply to you please mention this at the time of booking or prior to booking your appointment as you could be contraindicated or we may need to discuss options available to you to prepare for your treatment.

Please also be aware that I will not carry out work that I feel is inappropriate or work with clients whose expectations I feel I cannot manage. We both need to be comfortable with each other which is why I recommend a separate FREE 30 mins consultation so you have time to meet me, discuss in person any questions and concerns and so you have time to think over and absorb the information I provide.

Please note that permanent make up is not an exact science as skin varies from person to person and can often be temperamental. For example some skins will not retain the crispness of a hair stroke whilst other skins may require more retouches than others.

Look after your investment and this will ensure you keep costs down. Permanent Make-up can last for several years but this is dependent on several factors including skin type, sun exposure and lifestyle. Whilst it is ‘low maintenance’ it is not ‘no maintenance’. A bit like hair colour it will need refreshing but far less often.

Here are my tips for getting the most out of your permanent make up:

• • Use a good sunscreen. Sun exposure will fade your permanent cosmetics.
  • If you are planning a chemical peel, MRI scan or other medical procedure, please inform your doctor or therapist of your permanent cosmetics.
  • Please inform the National Blood Service if you donate blood, as you may not be eligible to give blood for a year post procedure.
  • Maintain your cosmetic tattoo with a regular maintenance. Some colours change over time and with exposure to sunlight etc… Lisa recommends a colour refresher maintenance treatment every twelve to eighteen months to maintain perfect results.

Unlike conventional tattoos, the pigment used in cosmetic tattooing will fade over time however there will always be some degree of pigment remaining in the skin which often can only be seen under a microscope. This is because some pigment colours fade at different speed and why a top up is recommended at the following intervals to preserve your investment.

Microblading 9 – 12 months.

Permanent make up (digital machine) 12 – 18 months.

The tattooing process causes a controlled damage to the epidermis and dermis. Every time the needle penetrates, it causes a wound that alerts the body immune system. Pigment gets soaked up by skin cells and remain suspended in the dermis.

 

 

Yes, absolutely.

The pigments used in permanent make up are very different to traditional tattoos. The pigments used in both microblading and permanent make up are made of natural minerals that are safe, non-toxic and hypoallergenic. A good technician will only high quality pigments and needles that they can trust.

It is also notable that eye procedures are often recommended by ophthalmologists for patients that are sensitive to conventional cosmetics.

In the same way as medical equipment, permanent cosmetic equipment is designed to guard against cross contamination. The equipment used in the treatment is of the highest quality and technologically advanced for peace of mind that I operate to the highest of standards.

Only the best medical grade pigment colours are used on clients. The Dermace & Cosmedic pigment colour range is so advanced that it meets all the clients needs:

• • Maximum colour retention.
  • Intense colour saturation.
  • Reduced touch up.
  • Highest quality.
  • 100% safe.
  • Manufactured under the most stringent EC regulations.
  • Certified under EN 46001 (European medical standard) governing production quality.

I provide all post care products and aftercare advice to take away with you. My treatment price includes the cost of these products so you don’t need to source products after your treatment. This ensures that you are using the correct products that are natural and do not contain any ingredients that may be detrimental to the healing results of your treatment or will irritate your skin. It is important to follow this aftercare to ensure the best results. Generally the aftercare needs to be followed for up to 2 weeks to ensure that the skin heals without drying out.

You should expect the area to feel itchy and/or sometimes slightly dry whilst it is healing. This is perfectly natural and you should not “speed up” the process of healing by rubbing, scratching, itching or picking. If you have picked I will know!

Initially, the colour may appear very intense and the day of the appointment. You can expect to lose 40 – 60% of the colour after the 1st treatment and it takes about four weeks for the colour to evolve its permanent shade. This is perfectly natural and why you will have a “Perfecting Booster” treatment 4-6 weeks after the initial treatment.

The surrounding area may be red and a little swollen immediately after treatment and (depending on the procedure) for a few days afterwards. There may be a few spots of blood and lymph (clear fluid) on the first day. You will be told how to manage this so that the skin heals with a minimal crust and this will ensure that the correct level of pigment is retained in the skin and so that you hardly notice the healing process.

 

General Aftercare do’s and don’ts

• • NO chlorinated water (such as swimming pools & hot tubs).
  • NO Gym/exercise/ sweating post treatment for 48 hours post treatment.
  • NO UV exposure (sunlight) until it has fully healed.
  • NO direct jets from the shower or soaking in the bath for too long (this may remove the pigment & increases the risk of infection).
  • NO Skin peels or extreme resurfacing/exfoliation whilst healing.

 

It can take about 4 weeks to fully heal after which time you’d be able to carry out your usual routine and use beauty products.

If in doubt – please ask !