FAQs

Permanent makeup will last different lengths of time in everyone, depending on the type of pigment used, the depth it’s implanted, your skin type, as well as lifestyle factors (e.g. sun exposure).

Although it’s called ‘permanent makeup’, the pigments we use are designed to fade gradually and last 1-3 years. Our faces change as we age, so being able to make changes to the shape in the future is what we want.

Permanent makeup will typically last 1-2- years before gradually fading out, depending on how the aftercare advice is followed, your skin type, and environmental factors like sun exposure and smoking.

It is recommended to come for an annual top up (or once they fade by about 40%) to keep them looking crisp and fresh.

Permanent makeup is not recommended for:
- Anyone under the age of 18 (must be over 18 by law)
- Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals - please wait 2 months after birth/breastfeeding to give your hormones time to settle down.
- Those with skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or keloid-prone skin near the treatment area
- Those taking blood-thinning medications without consulting their doctor​

The precare is just as important as the aftercare (and the treatment itself).

3 weeks before your appointment:
- Avoid products with Vitamin A, Vitamin C or retinol in them, as it can make implanting pigment more difficult.

- Do not have Botox or filler near the area, as this needs to settle in time for your appointment.

2 weeks before your appointment:
- Do not have too much sun exposure or use sunbeds.

1 week before your appointment:
- Do not wax or tweeze your eyebrows (we will shape them during your appointment)
- Avoid taking fish oil or Vitamin E

24 hours before your appointment:
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol and aspirin/Ibuprofen as these will thin your blood. This will directly impact your healed results.
- Avoid heavy workout just before or rushing to your appointment, as this will get your blood pumping.

Your brows will take up to 4 weeks to heal fully. For the first 7-14 days, you will experience some itchiness and peeling - this is normal and a sign that it is healing.

We will provide you with full aftercare advice on the day, but the main things to remember are:

Avoid all forms of water or liquids - this includes avoiding your treated area when showering or washing, no excessive sweating, no saunas etc.

Avoid touching the area. This can be difficult when it’s itchy, but will risk infection. Leave any flaking alone as much as possible to avoid prematurely pulling skin off.

Avoid the sun - avoid direct sun light and sunbeds for at least 2 weeks. After healed, always put SPF on your brows to prevent fading.

Permanent makeup can be removed using laser removal or saline removal.

If you have previous permanent makeup done elsewhere that is still visible and would like a cover up, we will need to review if enough pigment has faded or if removal may be required. Please send a photo before booking an appointment, so we can provide advice.

Permanent makeup is generally safe when performed by a trained and certified professional using sterile tools and pigments. However, risks include allergic reactions, infection, and uneven results.

Always research your artist and ensure proper precare and aftercare​.