How is permanent make-up applied?

Permanent make-up is accomplished by placing microscopic dots of pigment color in the dermal layer of skin using a specially designed instrument. The procedure usually takes from one to three sessions of one to two hours each to achieve your desired results.

How long does permanent make-up last?

Depending upon your skin type, age and sun exposure, you can expect your permanent make-up to last from 5-10 years. Over this period of time the color will very gradually fade to the point where you will want to have it touched up. If your original work was done at Beauty by Design, you can be assured that fees for touch up in the future are minimal. Think of the analogy of paint on a car. Its baked enamel withstands sun, rain, and years of weather wear-and-tear, but after awhile even a car needs a touch up to keep it looking its best.

What colors are available?

A wide range of colors are available to suit your preferences and skin tone. Because of her background of forty years as an artist, particularly in the medium of oil painting, Kathy enjoys custom mixing colors if you have a specific preference.

Does it hurt?

Not as much as you might think, and it is only a minor, temporary discomfort because Kathy applies a topical anesthetic cream before beginning the procedures for eyebrows, eyeliner, scar camouflage, beauty marks, and areolar repigmentation. She reapplies the cream throughout the procedure to keep the area numb. Over the years, Kathy has observed a significant improvement in the effectiveness of the anesthetic creams available, as well as her technique of application, to reduce pain. Several women have described the eyeliner as a tickling sensation.

Is it safe?

According to the Center for Disease Control, there have been no incidents of HIV attributable to tattooing, nor has there been any increase of Hepatitis B in those having permanent make-up. Kathy's extensive experience as a registered nurse is your reassurance that she is very well apprised of proper sanitary conditions for performing procedures.

How can I find out if I can have a procedure done?

Kathy will provide a complimentary, confidential consultation at which you can examine Kathy's extensive portfolio of before and after photos and get answers to any questions you may have. She will also have you complete a healthy history form and let you know if you are a candidate for the treatments you are requesting. If you decide to have any procedures done, she will perform a sensitivity test to make sure that you are not allergic to the pigment. If you're still not sure after the consultation, you are welcome to take your time in making your decision. Kathy has a 96-page booklet available for you to take home that offers very thorough answers to the question, Is Permanent Makeup for You?