insideKENT Magazine Issue 83 - February 2019 | Page 106
FASHION+BEAUTY
IS PERMANENT MAKEUP HERE TO STAY? CONT.
Is it a tattoo and will it hurt? Is it safe?
This is more often than not one of the first things
I am asked prior to or during a consulta tion, and
the fact is that yes, technically it is a tattoo. To the
more conservative ear, this usually conjures up images
of beefy men in lea ther vests, listening to thrash
metal over a loud buzzing machine, so when they
see me the y ar e (usually) pleasantly sur prised.
Permanent makeup is an advanced form of cosmetic
tattooing and as such requires a skilled and artistic
hand. An experienced and adept artist can perform
procedures that are comfortable, so there’s really no
need to worry. My motto is safety first! It goes without saying, you
should not take an y risks with y our health. An y
reputable artist will follow a strict code of practice
that ensures a safe treatment. Treatments should be
performed in a pr ofessional, safe , comf ortable
environment that is licensed by the local authority
and the artist should be fully insured. These practises
are absolute no brainer s and w orth investigating
prior to booking any appointments with an artist for
your safety and peace of mind.
Can anyone have microblading or permanent
makeup?
Most women who wear cosmetics regularly can enjoy
the long-lasting benefits of permanent makeup. A
number of my clients are doctors, nurses or teachers
– all pr ofessions that consume a lot of time and
energy, so these treatments are perfect for shaving
valuable minutes off their morning routine. If you’re
pregnant or breastfeeding, then sadly no. You’ll need
to wait until you’ve had your little bundle of joy or
stopped breastfeeding before you can ha ve your
treatments. If you suffer with keloid scarring or hyper
pigmentation, or have any medical conditions, then
it’s probably best to discuss this with y our artist
before booking your appointment. If you’re not sure,
just ask!
How long does it last?
The reality is that your skin plays a huge part in the
final result of a procedure and how long it will last,
so if your skin is in tip-top condition and y ou take
care of your enhancements as instructed, then the
results can last years. Ultimately, these enhancements
are designed to fade over time and ideally maintained
every 12–18 months.
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Whatever the futur e ma y hold f or per manent
makeup, history has sho wn us tha t the tools and
techniques are likely to keep evolving and improving.
While we are poised to ha ve less stigma ag ainst
cosmetic changes than ever before, one thing is for
sure – permanent makeup is very much here to stay.
I personally use strictly sing le-use sterile needles ,
blades and products that are safely disposed of at
the end of every treatment. I also choose to work
only with the best quality hypoallergenic pigments
that meet European medical standards and always
perform an allergy test prior to the first treatment;
usually this will be done during a consulta tion. A
seasoned artist will take g reat care to explain the
treatments in order to enhance your face the wa y
you want it to. Such care may not be universal in
the industry, so it’s important to check the credentials
of anyone you’re considering as in r ecent years,
numerous new clients have come to my clinic asking
to correct or improve treatments done elsewhere.
Is permanent makeup expensive?
In short no, not really! A recent survey has revealed
that the average British woman spends £756 on her
hair each year. When compared with other cosmetic
treatments tha t r equire fr equent and costly
maintenance suc h as der mal filler s, per manent
makeup measures up as a r elatively inexpensive
option when you consider how long the results last.
Where permanent makeup is concerned, the higher
end of the mar ket usually deliv ers the most
satisfactory and long-lasting results, and this is why
the quality and experience of the artist should be a
deciding factor rather than price. After all, this is
your face!
Sara Duane Microblading & Permanent Makeup
Maidstone & Beckenham
07736 428509
[email protected]
www.saraduane.com
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