Lips – Permanent Makeup2022-10-28T21:03:19+00:00

Lip Colouring

Do you desire a pop of colour on your lips or just a subtle hint? Lip contouring through tattooing is a great way to improve symmetry, increase the illusion of a fuller lip and bring some life back into your faded kisser. As we age, we loose the natural colouring and volume in our lips. This is a wonderful way to enhance what you naturally have or give you a desired lipstick look. Please note that traditional lipstick can be applied on top of your tattoo to compliment that party dress!

Blended liner
After consulting with you, Pennylane will outline and gently blend the chosen colour into the lip. This is great for adding more definition to the mouth or to address symmetry issues.

Full lip colour/lip blush
A full lip colour is exactly that! The lips are lined and the rest of the lip is filled with colour. The level of saturation is determined beforehand to give you the end result you seek. A lightly saturated lip is the blushing technique, that mimics a gentle wash of colour throughout the lips.  A heavier saturation of colour on the lips will give results comparable to a lip stain or lipstick. Never want to reapply your lipstick or leave it behind on the glassware, then this is meant for you.

permanent makeup - permanent lipstick

Frequently Asked Questions

What is permanent makeup/ cosmetic tattooing?2019-09-18T09:57:57+00:00

It is a method of implanting colour into the skin. It can be done with a manual hand tool or a machine. It’s an art form for a professional to place colour into the dermis layer of the skin to create soft natural looking effects. You can enhance your eyebrows, eyeliner and lip colour. This gives the client the ability to shorten their morning makeup routine and achieve the best symmetrical balance on the face to lift and brighten ones appearance.

Why is it called permanent if it fades?2019-09-18T09:57:31+00:00

It is called permanent makeup because the molecules implanted into the skin always remain, but the colour will fade over time. The pigments used are specially formulated for these procedures.

There are many reasons your cosmetic tattoo will fade. Internal and external factors such as sun exposure, skin care products that are exfoliating and anti-aging along, oily skin along with medications and general health of the client.

Determining how long it will last is dependant in many of these factors.you are never committed for life as you can easily transition from your faded procedure and just use it as a guildeline to follow for your own application of makeup products.

Or you can see your professional for a colour boosting touch up every one to three years.

Microblading vs Powder brow2019-09-18T09:57:06+00:00

Microblading is a manual method of implanting colour into the skin. It creates realistic simulated hair, by mimicking the natural growth pattern of the brow. It heals very very soft and is not appropriate for all skin types or desired looks.

Powder brow is just a different technique for getting colour in the skin. It’s a stronger healed appearance, yet soft and powdery. Long gone are the days of the sharpie magic marker eyebrows.

Often times a combination of both techniques are used to get the best end result for the individual. This will be up to the professional to discuss with you.

Does it hurt? 2019-09-18T09:56:36+00:00

The professional technician is permitted to use two different topical anaesthetics during your procedure to ensure comfort. You will feel it, but pain is not part of the vocabulary. It may feel scratchy at worst. Many ladies have enjoyed a cat nap during procedure!

Do you remove my existing brow hair?2019-09-18T09:56:09+00:00

After a series of mathematical measurements are taken to determine proper brow placement on the individuals face according to their bone structure a template brow is drawn on. If there is natural brow hair that falls outside of the drawn structure, then the technician will explain and ask permission to remove those few hairs. Other than that we leave the hair there to create the most natural look.

Can I go to work? What is the healing process?2019-09-18T09:55:42+00:00

Yes, yes, yes.
Brows will present darker in colour until they heal into the tissue. Healing time is about seven to ten days.
Lips will look darker also, like you have a good pop of lipstick on.
Eyes will feel scratchy and tender like you have had a good cry. A cold compress is recommended.
All proceedures are darker until they’ve healed into the skin. Brows take about seven to ten days, eyes are five to seven and lips are about five days. No makeup is permitted on the treatment areas during the healing process and a new tube of mascara is highly recommended after eyeliner procedure. No swimming, hot tubs or saunas are permitted during heal time. It is an open wound and needs to be cared for as such. Working out and sweating is fine, just be conscious of excessive face sweating and rock the 80’s headband if necessary.
After this heal time all procedure areas will still remain tender as the skin needs thirty days to go through a full regeneration cycle. Then you will be seen for your follow up treatment to ensure everything has healed nicely and make any necessary tweaks to perfect your cosmetic tattoo. You will be provided an aftercare protocol following your procedure to aid in obtaining the best healed results.

Am I too old for cosmetic tattooing?2019-09-18T09:55:06+00:00

If you still feel it necessary to look good and feel good, then you are never too old!

Creating natural looking enhancements to brighten and lift is appropriate for all ages. We have had clients ranging from thirteen (medical reasons) to ninety-three!! If you want it, go get it!

Can I have cosmetic tattooing done while pregnant or nursing?2019-09-18T09:54:41+00:00

Absolutely not. It does not comply with our code of ethics. Firstly, we are entering into the bloodstream with anaesthetics and pigments. Everything will be passed to baby in uterine or nursing. Secondly, hormones are in a constant flux and can hinder healed results.

What if I’ve ever had a cold sore?2019-09-18T09:53:44+00:00

Cold sores are only relevant when doing a lip blushing tattoo. If you have EVER in your life had a cold sore, even if it was thirty years ago you will need a prescription from your physician for an antiviral medication. You may as well get two, so your prepared for the follow up appointment. The herpes virus can live dormant in the body for many many years. Causing trauma to the lip during tattooing can spike the virus to react causing an outbreak of painful cold sores and can hinder healing.

About half our clients fall into this category and have had great success Preventing cold sores using the antiviral.

If I had previous permanent makeup done can I still book with you ?2019-09-18T09:53:14+00:00

Yes, absolutely. You will however be required a consultation first.

Do you correct bad brows?2019-09-18T09:50:00+00:00

Yes. With the growing popularity of microblading came with it a lot of problems. In experienced persons performing these procedures and causing excessive trauma to the tissue creating scars, improper colour selection, poor shapes and lack of symmetry.

Extensive training in corrections and removal has been a part of the ongoing education obtained.

I’m Scared of moving during eyeliner tattoo2019-09-18T09:49:27+00:00

Eyes generally remain closed during eyeliner procedure. The eyelid is stretched in such a manner that the client can’t even blink. The best thing you can do is just relax and trust the professional to explain every part of the process.

Can I still wear traditional makeup?2019-09-17T09:22:10+00:00

Yes. Permanent makeup is designed to enhance your natural beauty. Wearing additional makeup is a personal choice.

How long does a procedure take?2019-09-17T09:21:39+00:00

The consultation and initial procedure are done in the same session and will take approximately two hours. This includes a discussion on colour selection and desired outcome of the procedure. A second session is booked a minimum of two weeks later. Finishing touches and adjusting the colour depth will take place, if needed at this time. Sometimes a third session may be required. All sessions are included in the initial price.

Is permanent makeup painful and what is the healing process2019-09-17T09:20:19+00:00

With the use of topical anesthetics specifically formulated for the application of permanent cosmetics, the discomfort is greatly reduced. Most describe it as slightly irritating. There may be some swelling and redness in the skin, which subsides quickly. If aftercare instructions are followed properly most women experience no side effects and return to their regular schedules immediately.

How safe is permanent makeup2019-09-17T09:11:47+00:00

SofTap® pigments have had an excellent reputation for safety and beauty for over 20 years. All pigments are hypoallergenic and have been safely used on even the most sensitive of clients. The safety and comfort of our clients are of the utmost concern. We strictly adhere to all health and safety regulations and universal precautions are applied. Sterile, single use, disposable, individually wrapped tools are used for each procedure.

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