Eyebrows have been big news for a few years now with more and more people opting for a more permanent solution for sparse brows. Due to celebrity endorsements via TV shows and the media, there has been a rise in demand for semi-permanent cosmetic treatments and many salons are now offering this service. These treatments can be life changing for varying reasons and if you are considering booking up and committing to semi-permanent cosmetics, there are a few things you need to know.
What is Semi-Permanent Cosmetics?
(Also referred to as micropigmentation and cosmetic tattooing) Semi-permanent cosmetics are a type of cosmetic tattooing most commonly used to enhance eyes, brows and lips. Pigments are professionally placed into the dermal layer of the skin using a modern tattooing method to create a ‘made up’ appearance. This can be as natural or as dramatic as desired.
What does a treatment involve?
After researching and selecting a qualified SPMU (semi-permanent make up) artist, you will have a consultation to discuss expectations. Facial features, skin tone, lifestyle and more will be considered before high quality pigments are selected to suit your face. The artist will create the look using erasable cosmetics to demonstrate how you will look. The treatment itself involves microscopic particles of pigment being gently implanted into the reticular layer of skin. *Unlike normal tattoos, hair doesn’t need to be removed prior to treatment and anaesthetic cream is used to numb areas being treated.
After the treatment
Treated areas appear approximately 30% darker than desired immediately after the initial appointment. During the healing phase (4-10 days) the pigment will settle and Important: Professional advice Be very careful when choosing a SPMU artist and make sure you feel comfortable and confident with their skills. Training qualification, quality of equipment and materials and a portfolio of previous work should come into consideration when selecting your artist. There have been reported cases of ‘bad’ treatments in the media and usually these have been ‘cheap’ treatments that people have committed to soften and full aftercare instructions will be given such as avoiding sun exposure, the use of certain products and how to help the skin heal.
Important Professional advice
Be very careful when choosing a SPMU artist and make sure you feel comfortable and confident with their skills. Training qualification, quality of equipment and materials and a portfolio of previous work should come into consideration when selecting your artist. There have been reported cases of ‘bad’ treatments in the media and usually these have been ‘cheap’ treatments that people have committed to without asking the correct questions. Tattoo removal is expensive and can be sore so finding an artist you trust is essential so:
- Look for someone with testimonials and evidence of previous work •Ask where the artist trained and research the academy
- Meet the artist and discuss the treatment to make sure you’re confident they understand your expectations.