Pretty Please Studio Permanent Makeup Artistry

Prior to any Permanent Makeup procedures, clients are asked to complete a Consent Form. The form is used to document medical history, current and previous use of certain medications and to alert any possible interference for a quick recovery. When possible, the client should be in optimal health.  If you're feeling under the weather, just wait.  Remember, our body has a better chance of healing and fighting infections when we're well rested and healthy. If you were diagnosed with cancer and fear hair loss due to Chemotherapy,  be sure to check in with your doctor.  If you are currently under going Chemotherapy sessions, please wait.  If you have completed your Chemotherapy sessions, please consult your doctor and Permanent Makeup should be accessible to most clients. Medications that are particularly of interest to Permanent Makeup Artist are as follows: Cumadin Aspirin (baby or adult dose) Any other blood thinning medications Acutaine (if used i...

My clients often ask me what procedures are out there to help them look younger and fresh. That's always an easy answer for me.  I tell them that many people don't take advantage of the most inexpensive methods to look and feel younger! 1.   EXERCISE vigorously 3 to 4 hours per week.  It's guaranteed to lift and firm everything, increase circulation, and give you an overall glow.  I know I sound like a commercial but it's the simple truth.  After our 20s, gravity has a way of sagging and deflating our face and body.   We really do need to move our body to pump the blood and strengthen our muscles. Exercise won't plump our face like Juviderm or Restalyn, however, it does increase blood circulation and as a result, it benefits your skin. 2.  Drink lots of WATER throughout the day.  Not coffee, soda, or tea, but just water.  Our lips are like plants.  Give it some water, and it instantly plumps up.  Try it and see. ...

I have clients that come in to show me their dark blue or black ring around their lips after a permanent makeup procedure.  Why does this happen? Two possibilities: 1.  The artist used black or dark pigment to first outline the lip, then used lip color pigment to shade inner lips. This is a NO NO, black or any dark pigment should not be used anywhere around the lips. 2.  We have lots of blood vessels and veins in our lips.  That's why, when we're really cold, our lips turn blue, in some cases, purple.  But for women of color, we especially have more visible blue or brown in our lips.  The artist should use lip color with a lot of Orange to neutralize the blue.  Orange reds and Orange pinks will look red and pink once applied to dark blue lips.  If the artist uses reds and pinks with blue undertones, it will accentual the blue in our lips. 3.  Sometimes, immediately after, there are dark areas on and around lips due to bruising....

Basic Questions to Ask Your Permanent Makeup Artist Prior to Scheduling an Appointment: Q1:   "Are you OSHA Compliant?" If the Artist is NOT Occupational Safety and Health Authorization (OSHA) compliant, take your business elsewhere.  This is basic requirement for every Permanent Makeup business in the state of California and most other states.   An annual inspection and testing is necessary to be granted a certificate to operate by the County Health Services. As of July 2012, all Permanent Makeup and Tattoo Artists need a permit issued by the Health Department to conduct business in CA.  The county will not issue a permit without an annual inspection.  Please note, this Permit is different than City Business Registration.  City Business Registration only notifies the City that you are conducting business at that location. A sink with hot/cold water is required in the workspace in Contra Costa County, CA.  Sinks in the bathroom do not coun...

When I first started Permanent Makeup Artistry, I was trying to find a niche market.  How can I be different from every other Permanent Makeup Artist? I started thinking..."what if I marketed "Organic" pigment that's made from natural plants and extracts?' I found a Pigment Manufacturer who claimed that her pigments are "Organic". I soon discovered that Organic pigment still contains Iron Oxide otherwise our skin would quickly absorb pure 'Organic' extracts.  As a result, the pigment wouldn't last. So whether someone tells you they use 'organic' or 'in-organic' pigment, they all have low doses of iron oxide.  The traces are low, therefore, not harmful to your body. By the way, I soon discovered that every Permanent Makeup Artist is indeed unique.  They put their art on women's faces.  Our clients trust us to make them more beautiful than when they first walked in.  Our job is to make your brows frame and ...

Permanent Makeup benefits both men and women. Men lose definition around their eyes  and mouth as they age.  Their lashes and eyebrows grey, leaving them look washed out around the eyes in photos.  Their lip color fades and lose volume. Lashline permanent makeup procedure can benefit men who have fair skin and hair.  Lip Blushing or Lip Tint can subtly restore lost color to the lips. For women, the eyeliner is applied in a continuous line along the lashline.  However, for men, series of dots are applied directly on the lashline.  The procedure, when healed, isn't visible within 2 feet distance, but will subtly and discreetly bring back color and definition to your eyes. prettypleasestudio.com San Ramon, CA

What to do immediately after a permanent makeup procedure?  There are multiple methods. Most permanent makeup artist will provide an aftercare instruction sheet.  Follow carefully and ask questions if something is not certain. Aftercare instructions are important for maximum color retention. Please note: The day after the procedure, you permanent makeup may appear darker and bigger.   But don't panic, if the correct pigment was used on your brows, they will lighten after about 2 weeks. Brows: Slight swelling, but not noticeable to the eye.  Most Permanent Makeup Artists will provide aftercare ointment for the first week.  While healing, you may notice dryness and flaking of the skin.  Hairstroke procedures will flake less than Soft Filled procedures.  Do not use moisturizer or makeup to cover up.   Most importantly, do not pick at the flakes of skin.  Just let it heal.  The first week, the color will be dark, but by week ...