For those who are tired of constantly filling in their eyebrows, struggling with eyeliner, or reapplying lip liner throughout the day, permanent makeup has emerged as an ideal solution. Also known as micropigmentation, permanent makeup has become increasingly popular among both men and women as a way to enhance and define their natural features without the hassle of daily makeup application or upkeep. If you’re intrigued by permanent makeup, here’s everything you need to know.

Permanent Eyebrows

Eyebrows play a major role in framing our face, and they can greatly impact our overall appearance. However, very few people are blessed with perfectly shaped and symmetrical eyebrows. This is where permanent eyebrows come in. Using a technique similar to tattooing, permanent eyebrows are created by implanting pigments into the skin to mimic the look of real hair. This not only gives the appearance of fuller and more defined brows but also eliminates the need for daily eyebrow pencil application.

The process of getting permanent eyebrows starts with a consultation with a trained and experienced permanent makeup artist. During this appointment, the artist will assess your natural eyebrow shape, color, and any areas that may need additional definition. You’ll discuss your desired outcome, and the artist can provide recommendations based on your face shape and features. Once the consultation is complete, the artist will then draw a template of the desired eyebrow shape onto your skin. 

From there, they will use a handheld tool, similar to a tattoo gun, to implant the pigment into the skin. The process can take anywhere from 1-2 hours and may require a touch-up appointment after a few weeks to ensure the color and shape are fully set. It’s important to note that permanent eyebrows will appear darker and bolder immediately after the appointment, but they will fade to be more natural-looking within a few weeks. The longevity of permanent eyebrows varies from person to person but typically lasts 1-3 years before a touch-up is needed.

Permanent Eyeliner

Another popular form of permanent makeup is permanent eyeliner. This is a great option for those who struggle with applying eyeliner every day or have allergies to traditional makeup products. Similar to permanent eyebrows, the process involves implanting pigments into the skin along the lash line, giving the illusion of fuller and more defined eyelashes. 

Before the procedure, a consultation will be done to discuss your desired look and to assess the eye shape and color. The artist will then use a handheld tool to carefully implant the pigments along the upper or lower lash line. The process can take 1-2 hours and may also require a touch-up appointment for perfecting the color and shape. 

The results of permanent eyeliner can last 1-3 years before a touch-up is needed. It’s important to note that the color may appear darker and more intense immediately after the procedure, but it will fade to a more natural look within a few weeks.

Permanent Lip Liner

Creating the perfect lip shape and definition can be a daily struggle — especially maintaining it over the course of the day — but with permanent lip liner, you can wake up with perfectly outlined and colored lips every day. This procedure uses the same techniques as permanent eyebrows and eyeliner, implanting pigments into the lip area to enhance and define the natural shape.

Just as with permanent eyebrows and eyeliner, your technician will perform a consultation to ensure they understand your desired look. After mapping out where you want the added definition to be, they will implant the pigment over the course of 1-2 hours. Like other forms of permanent makeup, it will appear more natural after a few weeks and will need touching up after 1-3 years.

Eyelash Extensions

While not technically permanent makeup, eyelash extensions are a great semi-permanent way to enhance your natural lashes and eliminate the need for daily mascara or false eyelash application. This process involves adhering individual eyelashes to your natural lashes to create a fuller and more dramatic look.

Before the procedure, a consultation will be done to discuss the desired length, curl, and thickness of the lashes. The artist will then carefully apply the extensions to your natural lashes using a special adhesive. The process can take 1-2 hours and will require touch-up appointments every few weeks for maintenance. Unlike other forms of permanent makeup, eyelash extensions will eventually shed with your natural lashes and will need to be replaced every few weeks. However, they can provide an instant and dramatic result for those looking for a fuller and more defined lash look.

Permanent makeup is a great option for those looking to enhance and define their natural features without the hassle of daily makeup application. Whether it’s for eyebrows, eyeliner, lip liner, or eyelash extensions, your local nail salon in Newport Beach can provide permanent makeup solutions that make your daily beauty routine easier and leave you feeling more confident day-to-day. To learn more or book an appointment, contact Newport Nails online or visit us at The Landing or one of our other convenient locations today, and let us know how we can service your permanent makeup needs.