Permanent Make-up in London Ontario

Permanent Make-up

Permanent Make-up

Permanent Make-Up / Cosmetic Tattooing / Micro-pigmentation 

This is a procedure that uses sterilized disposable needles to apply pigment into the dermal layer of the skin. The pigments are made of mineral, iron oxide base colorants. Topical anesthetics are applied to the area prior to the procedure to provide comfort for the client. Permanent makeup applied to eyes as eyeliner for the upper and lower lids, to the eyebrows, and to the lips as a liner or a full lip Blush, all following the natural contours of the face. So you can look your best 24 hours a day”


Permanent Make-Up,  Cosmetic Tattooing


  • Eye Brows - $695


  • Eyeliner  Upper or Lower - $395


  • Eyeliner  Upper & Lower - $595


  • Lip Liner - $395


  • Lip Colour / Lip Blush - $695


All Permanent Make-Up Treatments include one touch up after 6-8 weeks of the initial appointment. 


Eyeliner

  • An eyeliner procedure defines the lash line and enhances your eye shape. The thickness and colour of the liner may vary according to a client’s preference. Pigment is implanted close to the lash line to ensure a natural line.


Eyebrows

  • If you use pencil to define your eyebrows, permanent eyebrows will relieve you of that daily routine. Your eyebrows will last through swimming, aerobic classes, and while you sleep. An eyebrow procedure may take on the appearance of simulated hair strokes or a very light shading of colour underneath existing light or sparse eyebrow hairs.


Lip Liner and Lip Color / Lip Blush

  • A lip liner not only defines the existing lip line, but it will also augment the size of the lip or camouflage many scars, such as a cleft lip. Lip augmentation appears to increase the size and fullness of the natural lip line. Anyone with a loss of natural lip colour because of the aging process will benefit dramatically from this procedure as they will always look like they are wearing lipstick.
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What You Should Know


Colours will appear darker immediately following the procedure and for the first few days, but then lighten to a completely natural look during the following few weeks. Pigment colours can be, either soft and natural looking, or vibrant and dramatic. Permanent make-up should not be considered a total make-up replacement. As we age and styles change, it is best to subtly enhance your features so that you may look your best, but still allowing you to apply regular cosmetics over your permanent make-up if a more dramatic look is desired. If you require a lip procedure and you are prone to fever blisters, please consult your GP for prescribed oral medication to prevent a breakout.


Every person is unique and I cannot predict how your make-up will heal. Be assured that I will provide you with the best service possible however, your co-operation is vital to ensure proper healing and a pleasing original result.

PRE + POST CARE


If you have had permanent makeup in the past we suggest setting up a complimentary consult to determine whether work can be done or if removal is recommended first. 

We always suggest arriving without makeup on and washing your hair the night before or morning of your scheduled appointment. Below are some important things to follow in preparation for your permanent makeup procedure.


3 Days prior to your procedure discontinue use of:

  • Blood thinners (unless otherwise advised by doctor)
  • Aspirin 
  • Alcohol consumption 
  • Fish oil supplements 
  • Retinol or face creams containing retinol 
  • AHA’s / BHA’s and acidic skincare products 
  • Avoid sun exposure 

 

IMPORTANT PRE-CARE INFO FOR EYES AND LIPS ONLY 

 

Eyeliner:

  • Discontinue the use of all lash growth serums 1 week before your appointment. 
  • If you have eye sensitivities or allergies, please let us know before the day of your appointment to make sure you are still a good candidate.
  • Please arrive with no eye makeup to your scheduled appointment. 

 

Lip Liner and Colour:

  • Exfoliate lips every other day for 1 week leading up to your appointment. 
  • Apply Vaseline or Aquaphor on lips 24 hours before scheduled appointment and drink water to stay hydrated before lip tattooing. 
  • If you are prone to getting cold sores it is HIGHLY advised you medicate 4 days before and 6 days after a lip procedure. If for some reason you do not follow this instruction and a cold sore does come out, you may lose color in that area, leaving the cosmetic tattoo blotchy. An anti-viral medication is recommended. If you'd rather go the natural route, order the supplement L-lysine. 
  • Purchase some straws to avoid liquids touching your tattooed lips.


 

IMPORTANT POST CARE INFO FOR BROWS, EYES AND LIPS


Post Care for Brows:

Days 1-2

  • Use clean hands and a damp cotton swab to gently wipe brows every 2-3 hours. Gently pat dry if brows feel damp.
  • Do not sleep with your face touching the pillow, sleep your back, try elevating your head slightly to prevent rolling to your side.


Days 3-7 Morning and Evening

  • Wash your hands with an antibacterial soap. Then take a pea size amount of aftercare cleanser, lather with water, and gently cleanse both brows for 10 seconds. Gently pat dry. Then apply a small amount of aftercare ointment with a swab.


Days 8-14

  • Continue use of aftercare ointment only.
  • Follow up session 6-8 weeks.


Important info:

  • Keep brows DRY aside from aftercare instructions.
  • Baths are recommended for first week.
  • Do not steam, swim, sweat for 10 days.
  • No hot tubs for 10 days.
  • Do not expose brows to direct sunlight for 4 weeks.
  • Do not pick or scratch your brows!

 


Post Care for Eyeliner:

Days 1-7 Morning and Evening

  • Gently apply a small amount of aftercare ointment with a swab every 2-3 hours.
  • Do not sleep with your face touching the pillow, sleep your back, try elevating your head slightly to prevent rolling to your side.
  • Follow up session 6-8 weeks.


Important info:

  • Keep eyes DRY aside from aftercare instructions.
  • Baths are recommended for first week.
  • Do not steam, swim, sweat for 10 days.
  • No hot tubs for 10 days.
  • Do not expose eyes to direct sunlight or tanning beds for 4 weeks.
  • Do not pick or rub your eyes.

 

Post Care for Lips:

Day 1

·     Directly after treatment blot your lips gently for the first hour with a clean gauze to remove any lymph from the surface. Apply a thin layer of the aftercare provided to keep your lips hydrated.


Days 2-3

  • Gently rinse your lips in the morning, evening and after eating. Pat dry. Apply aftercare ointment. (apply ointment up to 5x daily).

 

Important info:

  • No application of any lip makeup for 1 week other than the healing balm, given to you.
  • No scratching, picking or licking of dry skin or flakiness.
  • No super spicy foods during the first 24 hours.
  • No foreign body fluids in or around the lips for 5 days
  • No activities that will cause extreme sweating for 5 days.
  • No swimming pools, hot tubs or other bodies of water for 5 days.
  • No UV exposure (including tanning booths) for 5 days.
  • No lip fillers 5 weeks pre or post lip blush.
  • Follow up session 4-5 weeks.

 

PERMANENT MAKEUP HEALING STAGES


Healing Stages

Days 1–3: Color may appear darker.


Days 4–7: Light flaking may occur. Do not pick.


Days 7–14: Color may look lighter before settling.


4–6 Weeks: Final healed result. Touch-up may be scheduled.


Please Avoid

• Makeup removers, oils, or exfoliants on the area

• Retinol, AHA/BHA, or acne products near the area

• Sleeping face-down, it is best to sleep on your back, elevate your head slightly to prevent rolling onto your side.



If you notice increased redness, heat, or discharge, contact us or a medical doctor.



Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who Can Benefit from Permanent Cosmetics?

    Most everyone can benefit from this procedure. Permanent make-up is perfect for the active person who has little time to apply make-up, for the athlete who wants to look great before, during and after workouts, and especially for the person who wants to look their best all of the time. PMU is the solution for those allergic to conventional cosmetics, or have poor eyesight and conditions such as tremors or alopecia. Everyone from young to old, to men and women can enjoy the benefits of permanent make-up. PMU is the answer for today’s busy lifestyle.

  • Does the Procedure Hurt?

    This may vary according to each individual’s pain threshold, however, topical anesthetics are used to numb the area and minimize discomfort.

  • Is It Safe?

    Allergic reactions to permanent cosmetic procedures are extremely rare. The cosmetic pigments are formulated for the face, and disposable sterile needles and surgical gloves are used for each procedure. However, micro-pigmentation is a skin invasive procedure, so it is extremely important to consult an experienced professional technician that uses ONLY Canadian approved pigments.

  • How Long Does Each Procedure Take?

    Allowing time for anesthetics to take effect, the average time for the initial visit is about 1-2 hours.

  • How Many Appointments Will Be Necessary?

    Six to eight weeks after the initial application, a second procedure is vital to perfect color and shape. This visit does not require as much time as the initial procedure.

  • What If You Want to Change the Colour?

    Traditional make-up can be applied directly over the Permanent make-up to enhance or create a more dramatic look. Colour neutralizers can also be added to original colour implant to adjust or enhance colour.


    A variety of factors influence the longevity of Permanent Cosmetics. Ultra-violet exposure from sun or tanning booths, various drugs and excessively dry skin are all factors that may affect permanent cosmetics. Alpha-hydroxy, Retin-A, and glycolic acid must be kept away from treated areas. These substances slough away top layers of the skin and eventually the layer of skin that the pigment has been implanted into. Sunblock on eyebrows, sunglasses for eyeliner, and SPF on lips will greatly prolong the effective life of these procedures.