What is Semi Permanent Make Up?

Semi permanent make up is becoming the must have beauty procedure, up until recently it was only the rich and famous who would use this procedure which was partly due to the cost.  However, as more an more technicians are being trained in permanent cosmetics the competition is becoming fierce which has meant the cost has come down significantly in recent years, meaning the treatment is now affordable for most people.

Permanent Cosmetics has a great appeal, it can save you a lot of time, plus it has enormous benefits for people who have lost their eyebrow hair or lashes.

In addition the procedure can be used for many medical benefits including scar camouflage and nipple tattooing.

You have probably seen permanent make up on celebrities without even realising it as the techniques used produce very natural looking results, next time you are watching a celebrity on TV and you’re thinking their eyebrows look perfect, take a close look, they may have permanent eyebrows.

Semi permanent make up is also known as; permanent make up, permanent cosmetics, micropigmentation and cosmetic tatttoing.

Semi permanent make up is basically having your make up tattooed on, and in cosmetics it is usually used for eyebrows, eyeliner and lips.

The procedure is usually called ‘semi’ permanent in the UK, however, the procedure should be thought of as a ‘permanent’ procedure as the tattooing may not completely fade over time. It is referred to as ‘semi’ in the UK because top-up treatments are required every 12-18 months to ensure the tattooing stays the correct colour.

When you think about cosmetic tattooing people tend to think about conventional tattooing and the pain associated with that, however, permanent make up pigment is only tattooed into the upper layer of the skin, and a topical anaesthetic cream will be used prior to treatment, this greatly reduces any discomfort caused.

Some people are often concerned about having permanent make up however an initial consultation will always be given before treatment is carried out to discuss any concerns, at this stage there are various elements of the procedure which are discussed in depth including the exact style, colour or shape of the permanent make up required.

If you are considering having permanent cosmetics you should always ensure you instruct a fully qualified and experienced technician to carry out your procedure.

Prices can often vary dramatically between technicians, but you should think carefully about this and not just go with the cheapest technician around.

Permanent make up can last for many years.