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What is micropigmentation?

Micropigmentation is a process whereby hypo allergic pigments are inserted into the dermal layer of the skin. This pigment will, after a healing process, stay in the skin for a number of years. It will break down and fade with time, dependent on the patients age, skin type and lifestyle. Micropigmentation, also known as Semi-Permanent make up, is a state-of-the art procedure that has been used by models, actors, and entertainers as a means of enhancing their appearance.

What treatments are available?

Eyeliner & Eyelash Enhancement
A fine, soft and natural line can be created to add depth and definition to your eyes. Your lashes will appear to be thicker. Colour and thickness can be individualized and make-up can be applied over the eyeliner for a more dramatic evening look.

Eyebrows
Eyebrows are the frame for your eyes and face, and when designed properly, can lift the eyes to give a more youthful appearance, make the cheekbones appear more prominent and influence how the nose is perceived. If your eyebrows are sparse from tweezing, shaving or alopecia, or if your brows are blonde or light in colour, you can now enjoy the luxury of natural looking semi-permanent eyebrows.

Lipliner
Lipliner is perfect for reshaping uneven lips and for making the lips appear larger and fuller. It has the added benefit of preventing lipstick from bleeding. It covers scars and can give your lips a natural or more dramatic enhancement, with colour that lasts all day – every day!

Who would benefit from semi permanent makeup?

Professional or career women who have little time for applying make-up every day.
Those with allergies to conventional cosmetics.
Women or men with hair loss due to alopecia or who just have very sparse hair growth.
Athletic women and those with oily skin who shed make-up easily.
Entertainers, actresses and models.
Women with vision problems & contact lens wearers.
In fact any woman who wants to look her best at all times with very little effort on her part.

Is it expensive?

Not if you look at the long-term cost and effect. It costs more than a year’s cosmetics bill, but is little compared to 2 – 3 years of daily make-up expenses. Also, it doesn’t run or wash off and it’s a great time saver. It’s worth every penny to make the most of your natural beauty. It’s what we’ve all been waiting for!

Does it look natural?

Very natural – your features look more defined, your friends would never know what the difference in you was, unless you told them.

How long will it last?

The pigment will fade over time although it may not disappear forever, 2-3 years is normal, although there is no guarantee, as each individual will react differently, and lifestyle plays a major role. Contributory factors include, sun exposure, speed of skin cell regeneration and the choice of colour.

A visit to the salon is recommended every 12-18 months to keep your eyebrows looking perfect. Eyeliner and lip liner normally last much longer.

Does it hurt?

There is usually minimal discomfort. We use topical anaesthetics to greatly reduce discomfort and promote relaxation. Some clients feel absolutely nothing except a prickly sensation.

Is there a chance of infection?

Safety is our priority. At all times we adhere to the strictest sterilisation procedures. Only new, sterile, disposable needles, which are opened in front of each client, are used for your complete safety. We have been highly trained in this art to exacting standards.

How long does it take to heal?

After 1 week the procedure should be healed.

What is the healing period like?

On the second day after a procedure, a light crust will form – which is only dry to your touch, this will fall off in a few days. During this time the pigment area may look a little darker than what you decided on. Once the crust flakes off it is common for the colour to lighten by up to 30%.

How soon can I go out?

Immediately! The colour may appear a little darker than usual for the first few days. The crusting is only slightly visible, but usually never really noticeable.

One final point..

Eyebrow styles
Block brow is quite dramatic and would best suit a darker eyebrow.
Powder brow is soft in appearance giving the effect of a powdered background.
Hair stroke brow is the most popular style of brow and is one of the hardest to achieve.

Eyeliner Lash Enhancement
Lash enhancement would suit someone looking for a fuller lash effect.
Regular eyeliner is the most effective way to beautify a women's eyes.
Thick eyeliner is for a more dramatic effect and best achieved with multiple visits.

Lips
A lip procedure can be a lip line, a lip blush or a full lip and is intended to highlight the natural shape of the lips and is intended to give colour.