FAQ's

What is permanent make up?

Permanent make up is a form of Cosmetic tattooing also referred to as micro pigmentation where colour pigments are placed into the dermal layer of the skin, or lips using a machine and/ or hand-held tool for aesthetic purposes.

What are the benefits of Permanent Make up?

The benefits of having your eyeliner, eyebrows or lip colour cosmetically tattooed can range from being as simple as being able to get ready quicker in the morning, being able to do a workout, swim or lounge in the sun without your make up running or smudging. You may require having your brows reconstructed following loss of hair through over plucking, medication or an illness or more drastically having your brows or eyeliner tattooed in preparation for a loss of hair. (I treated the most wonderful lady alongside Katy who wanted her eyebrows and eyeliner tattooed as she was about to undergo cancer treatment. She felt that she would be confident to face to world if she lost the hair on her head and had to wear a wig but with the thought of loosing her beautiful thick eyebrows and lashes there would be nothing she could do and would lose her confidence. She wanted to have them cosmetically tattooed before her treatment started to ensure that if her hair on her brows and eyelashes did fall out she would still have the look of them being there.)

Is it safe?

Yes permanent make up is a very safe procedure if carried out correctly and if strict hygiene standards are met. I am checked and approved by Rochford District council and work to all standards set out by them. My clinic is used only for permanent make up treatments and is a hygienic, safe and sterile environment. Everything that I use which comes into contact with a client is sterile and then disposed of correctly under a strict waste license. I use the highest quality ink pigments from Perma Blend which are hypo-allergenic, meet all of the FDA & EU Regulations for safety and are also vegan and cruelty-free.

Is it painful?

I will be using a range of needles on the skin, therefore there will be a small level of discomfort (I liken it to more of an annoying scratching noise that goes through your head) Numbing cream can be applied to the area and will be added to your patch test should you wish to use it.

How long will it last?

Permanent Make up will remain in the skin for many years. The pigments I use will mean the colour will fade around 10% per year depending on the age, skin type, skin care and lifestyle. I recommend a Colour booster after 12-18 months to keep the shape and colour fresh and to avoid having to have the full treatment again.

How long will the treatment take?

Please allow up to 2 hours for your 1st treatment and around 1.5hours for your 6 week top up.

I have anti-wrinkle injections; can I still have Permanent Make up?

Yes, you can have PMU before anti-wrinkle injections, you may want to wait a couple of weeks before having anti-wrinkle injections to allow the area to heal. Please allow 6 weeks after your anti-wrinkle injections before having your PMU treatment as anti-wrinkle injections need time to take effect and should you get your brows treated during this time, they could end up looking asymmetric.

I have/would like dermal fillers; can I still have permanent Make up?

Yes, ideally have your Lip Blush treatment first, then please allow 4 weeks before having dermal fillers and then another 4 weeks before having your lip blush follow up appointment.

If you have already had dermal fillers then please wait for at least 6 weeks before having your Lip Blush treatment to allow the dermal fillers to settle.

How do I book an appointment?

A free consultation is required as a first step. You can book this by:

filling out the contact form on the website,
calling or messaging me on 07951 696841,
email me at essexpermanentmakeupartist@gmail.com or by
sending a direct message on my Facebook or Instagram page.

If you live quite a distance away that is not a problem. We can arrange a time to speak on the phone.

Can I bring a friend/Relative to my appointment?

Unfortunately, there is no waiting area or space in the treatment room for friends or family.

What happens at the consultation?

At your consultation we will discuss the treatment(s) you are considering along with the benefits that permanent makeup can offer. We will talk through the process and all of the equipment and pigments used along with the colour options and how we will best match the pigments to you. We will discuss your medical history as we need to check if there are any contra indications that would mean you are either unsuitable for permanent make-up or that just need to be checked with your Doctor before we can proceed. We will go through the healing process and aftercare to ensure that you are fully informed. You will be able to ask any questions that you may have.

A patch test will be carried out during your consultation. You will need to wait at least 12 hours after the patch test before your treatment can go ahead. A deposit of £50 is required to book your treatment, Your deposit will be taken off the final bill.

How can I pay?

A £50 deposit is taken when booking your treatment which can be paid in cash, bank transfer or card and the remaining balance is taken at the end of your appointment. You can make payment for this by cash or card; I have a Card machine in the clinic.

Where is your clinic?

I have a home-based clinic specifically designed and created for Permanent Make up treatments. My address is 27a Plumberow Avenue, Hockley, Essex, SS5 5AG. Parking is available on my drive or if you are arriving by train, I am a short 5-minute walk from Hockley Mainline railway station where there are regular services between London Liverpool Street and Southend Victoria.

Cancelling or amending my appointment…

Treatment and Annual Top Up Appointments

Life is busy and sometimes plans change. Please give 48 hours’ notice by phone, text or email to change your appointment date and time. I will liaise with you to arrange a suitable alternative and your deposit will be transferred over.

If you change your mind and decide to cancel, please ensure that you inform me of your cancellation by phone at least 72 hours before your appointment is due to go ahead. Your deposit will then be returned.

Failure to notify me of your cancellation will result in a loss of your deposit.

Do you offer Gift Certificates?

Yes I do. These can be sold as a value towards a treatment or as a full treatment. Your gift certificate is packaged in a beautiful box along with a small box of chocolates or beauty treatment.