Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Permanent Makeup?
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Machine Method: The machine method uses needle configurations and electricity to tap the color into the skin. Hairstoke brows, powder brows, eyeliner, and lip color procedures can be achieved with this method. Parts of the machine need to be sterilized in an autoclave, so make sure you choose an artist who takes health and safety very seriously. Lasts approx 1-3 years.
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Microblading: Microblading uses a hand tool that blades the color into the skin in hair-like strokes within shallow "paper cuts”. Then, these cuts are filled with as much pigment as they will hold. All tools are pre-sterilized and fully disposable. Not everyone is a good candidate for microblading. Microblading heals best on dry or dry/combo skin. Hair-like strokes blur, become powdery, or fade out completely on oily skin. Since there is a huge learning curve with microblading, make sure you choose an experienced artist who can provide healed photos so you don’t risk healing without any color (too shallow application) or gray/blue results (too deep application) or scarring. Lasts approx 1-2 years.
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Manual Method: Similar to a machine, the manual method taps color into the skin by hand (instead of electricity). Hairstoke brows, powder brows, eyeliner, and lip color procedures can be achieved with this method. All tools are pre-sterilized and fully disposable. Always make sure you do your research and choose an experienced artist for best results. Lasts approx 1-3 years.
How long does permanent makeup last?
What can fade my permanent makeup?
Who is a candidate for permanent makeup?
Why are regular tattoos permanent, but permanent makeup fades over time?
What is the maintenance for permanent makeup?
Clients who are NOT eligible:
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Women who are pregnant -
Clients who are very keloid prone -
Clients who are currently using accutane -
Clients who are currently receiving chemotherapy -
Clients with severe rosacea outbreaks -
Clients with uncontrolled diabetes -
Clients with sunburned skin or extremely over-tanned skin -
Clients must wait 3 weeks before OR after botox -
Clients must be off of retinols for at least 1 week -
Clients must wait 1 month after chemical peel or laser -
Clients with oily skin heal best with a powder brow procedure (hairstrokes blur under the skin for those with oily skin) -
Clients must be off of lash growing serums for 2+ months before an eyeliner procedure -
Clients who have ever had one or more fever blisters in the past must be on an anti-viral medication before/after a lip color procedure -
Clients must check their brow area for dry skin/flakiness/or pink spots before coming in for a brow procedure
Does permanent makeup / microblading hurt?
What if I don’t like the way it turns out?
What can I expect the day of the procedure?
What is the aftercare?
What can I expect during healing?
How do I schedule an appointment?
Do you offer corrective work or removal on other technician’s previous work?
We take on corrective work and permanent makeup removal on a situational basis. Please text photos so we can see your work. We may also require a consultation to see you in person before deciding. Please text photos to our Spring Hill location - 352-398-5490 OR Cape Coral Location - 352-650-5450.
How much do you charge to “touch up” work that was done by another artist?
What should I look for when choosing the right artist?
Which type of Brow Procedure would be best for me?
Click here to read about the different types of brow procedures. We will also help you make a decision based on your skin type, lifestyle, and brow goal.
Do I need a Consultation before scheduling a procedure appointment?
If you are scheduling an eyeliner procedure, a lip procedure, or if you've had previous work done by another artist in the past, a consultation is recommended.
If you're not sure you want a procedure done, or if you would like to come in and meet Lindsey or Cindy and/or see the facility, you may schedule a seperate consultation.
Each new brow procedure begins with an hour long consultation. During this hour, we discuss what you like and dislike, and we also discuss which procedure would be best suited for your skin type and desired results. Then, we draw, shape, and measure the brows, and you approve your brow design before we begin. We look at photos and discuss color choice. If you know you'd like the procedure done the same day, a separate consultation is not recommended. Most clients choose to do the procedure the same day.
Free 30 minute consultations are available - these consultations do not include a drawing session. 1 hour consultations are available for $50 - during our 1 hour consultations, we draw, shape, and measure the brows.