What is Permanent Makeup?
This is the process whereby color pigments are inserted into the dermal layer of the skin to create a soft and natural look. These colored pigments are specifically designed and formulated for permanent makeup and designed to be customized for each individual. Permanent Makeup creates a lasting cosmetic effect. This is also known as Cosmetic Tattooing. If you’re in Palatine, Arlington Heights, Cook County, or Inverness, IL, contact us at Claude Thomas Salon & Spa to learn more about permanent makeup, hair coloring, hair restoration, and more.
Who would benefit from Permanent Makeup (Micro-pigmentation)
- Active woman or men
- Persons that would like to create more symmetry to their facial feature
- Persons that difficulty applying makeup
- Persons with vision problems
- People that some forms of Alopecia
- Those who are looking for a natural look
- Those who are looking to have more free time
- Persons looking for a more dramatic look.
- Persons who have a sparse amount of eyebrows or no eyebrows.
- Those who need more definition to their eyes and/or lips.
- Or those who just want to look their very best at all time.
- Eyebrows Before
- Eyebrows After
Is it Safe?
Strict sanitation and sterilization guidelines are followed. Disposable supplies and needle are used for each procedure. A prescription of Zoviraz is required to take two weeks before any lips permanent makeup procedure.
A Patch test is required for any type of permanent makeup procedure. This patch test has to be done for at least 2 weeks prior to any procedure. Generally, there are very few reactions to the pigments and are very safe. Some people can get a reaction from the topical anesthetic used in the procedure. There can be a reaction to the cain’s used in some topicals.
How permanent is the procedure?
Aftercare and skin type determines the lasting visual results. Fading may occur and a refresher color application may be desired after several or more years.
Does it hurt?
There is a slight discomfort but it is worth it. In most cases, discomfort is at a minimal. With the use of effective topical anesthetics, we can provide near-total numbing of the area.