QUESTION
Hi Petrica,
I hope you are doing well! I’ve been thinking of getting permanent makeup. I’d like to add some color to my lips and eyeliner. However, I am skeptical! What are your thoughts? Does this sound safe to you?
Thank you!
Love,
Josie!
ANSWER
Hi Josie,
It’s always lovely to hear from you! Think for a moment, what if you woke up, skipped your makeup, and went straight to work? Okay! Luckily enough, I came up with a low-key version of this wish.
For those who are not familiar with permanent makeup, this is a tattoo method, yet it can give you full eyebrows, tinted lips, and an eye-catching cat eye for years to come.
Coming down to how safe it is, it is pretty safe, but there are a few things to consider before getting permanent makeup. Make sure the studio you choose is legitimate. Be sure they’re licensed, check their Instagram, and check their references. Before your appointment, consult your dermatologist to ensure you aren’t allergic to ink.
During the healing process, take proper care of your permanent makeup. After permanent makeup, you should keep the area dry and apply an ointment for a week to two. Despite this, it can sometimes result in scabbing, flaking, and dryness. As I said, it is not inherently unsafe, but be careful all the time.
For Lips:
It might be worthwhile to try lip blushing if you constantly tint your lips or spend hours and hours choosing the perfect shade. During this procedure, your lips may feel tender, flaky, or dry until they have fully recovered, but subsequently, they will look and feel fine.
For Eyeliner:
Similarly to lip blushing, it deposits color onto the skin, but it does not last forever. You can use it if you can’t find a liner that doesn’t smudge, don’t want your liner to run, or are sensitive to regular makeup. You can have permanent eyeliner for up to two years, depending on how fast you absorb the pigment.
To sum it up:
It’s the right time to consider permanent makeup if you’re sick and tired of spending half of your paycheck on products that don’t suit you and you want a genuine “I woke up looking like this” appearance. And likewise, for independent women who don’t have the time to do so, permanent makeup is a practical, convenient, and safe solution. However, before booking an appointment, it is advisable that you do your research and finds a specialist who has the relevant training, experience, and licensing. After all, it is your face that you are treating.
I hope you have found all the details you were looking for and have gained a better understanding now. I would be glad to answer any questions you may have.
Love,
Petrica!
