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Commonly Asked Questions

What is permanent makeup?

Permanent makeup or micro-pigmentation is Cosmetic tattooing. I use state-of-the-art instruments to place pigment safely

in the dermal layer of the skin. The result is long lasting waterproof color that won't smear or wipe off.

Everyone's pain tolerance is different.

We have recently been advised that the State of Michigan has revised Requirements for Body Art Facilities effective as of

September 11, 2025. (Body Art Facilities Rules Mich Admin Code, R333.13101 – R 333.131118.)

This new state rule has created a new pre-procedure requirement that may affect your upcoming appointment.

If you prefer to have a topical numbing agent, I am required to inform you that you must request a product be prescribed

by a licensed physician and bring it with you to your appointment.

I will be able to give you more details when setting your appointment. If this is the course you want to take, I can

send you an informational letter for your doctor.

Please allow two hours per appointment for permanent makeup. It might not take that long, but this allows time to

work with you to choose the perfect shape and color for your skin tone, as well as time for you to numb and to give

you the look you desire.

Permanent Makeup usually requires two applications with at least a month healing time in between. Because the pigments

will lighten 20-40% and some areas may hold better than others, the second appointment allows me to fill in any areas that

might not have held as well: to tweak your look to perfection. It will also help your color to last longer.

Is it really permanent?

Due to environment, skin care products, and cell turnover, permanent makeup will fade some in time. Everyone's skin sheds

at different rates, depending on sun exposure (which can fade the pigment), skin care products and other factors. Most people

get a color refresh every 2 to 4 years, some people can go even longer.

Everyone's skin is different, but usually there is very little, if any, downtime. I give you complete “aftercare” instructions. Brows

may be a little tender, and will look a little dark until healed. After eyeliner, you will feel like you've had a "good cry" for a day

or so. Using ice on the affected area will help to ease any discomfort you may experience.