FAQ’s - Frequently asked questions

  • How long permanent makeup lasts varies from person to person

    Inorganic pigments will last about 12 months to 18 months

    Hybrid pigments last much longer around 2 - 3 years and are better for oily skin types

    How long your brows last will depend on factors such as age, skin type, life style and how well you care for your permanent makeup

    To maintain your permanent makeup and prevent blurring or fading, we recommend using a broad-spectrum, factor 50 sunscreen in sunny weather and to avoid using active skincare products on that area such as acids or retinols

  • Machine hairstroke brows are one of the newest and safest permanent make techniques available and suitable for most clients

    However, the treatments cannot be offered to those who are:

    ~ Under 18 years old

    ~ Are pregnant or breastfeeding

    ~ Taking antibiotics

    ~ Taking Accutane, Tetracycline, Acne Medication

    ~ Taking blood thinners

    ~ You have epilepsy

    ~ Having Chemotherapy or immune suppressed

  • A patch test kit will be posted to your home address shortly after making an appointment.

    It is designed to check for allergic reaction to the pigment and numbing liquid we used during the treatment. Reactions are extremely rare so the test is simple a precaution.

    Test kits must be completed with 24 hours of receiving to avoid the samples from drying out. Test must be completed no later that 48 hours prior to your appointment.

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  • New client permanent makeup is a two step process, the initial appointment will take approx 3 hours. The topup appointment will take 2 hours (4-6 weeks later)

    Previous Client the colour boost appointment will take 3 hours and no top up is required

  • Permanent makeup is relatively pain-free. It can be slightly uncomfortable for some but completely bearable for others

    We use a secondary topical numbing liquid during the treatment if you do feel any discomfort

    Our technique is very gentle and feels like a light scratching, some areas may have a minimal amount of blood but this is minor and maybe a result of caffeine intake

    We recommend you have a light meal before the treatment to keep your energy levels optimal throughout the treatement

  • Please do come to your appointment alone, we do not have the space to accommodate guests.

    Our salon is not a suitable environment for children and under no circumstance do we allow children to accompany clients

    This allows me to offer my clients the full attention and concentration required, whilst we maintain our strict infection control standards

  • Please follow all precare information to achieve the best possible result