Q. Who can benefit from permanent makeup?

A.  Anyone who feels more confident with a little color on their eyebrows, eyes, or lips would love permanent makeup.  Women of all ages, especially those over 30, experience loss of definition or color in one or more areas of their face. 

Q.  What are some of the reasons for having permanent makeup?

A.  Poor vision, unsteady hands, allergies to traditional makeup, active lifestyle, frustration with makeup that runs or wears off, desire to look better, arthritis, chemo therapy, alopecia, post-mastectomy, cleft-palette lip

Q. How long does it last?

A. Technically, the color is permanently in the skin.  However, all pigment will eventually fade.  It is not reasonable to know exactly how fast or how much your color will fade, because every person is different.   Generally, the lighter the color, the faster it fades.  To keep color looking fresh, we suggest a yearly maintenance visit.

Q. How long does it take?

A.  At Cosmetic Solutions, each procedure is done in less than one hour. 

Q. Does it hurt?

A. We use topical anesthetics to make sure that you are comfortable throughout the procedure.

Q. What is the recovery time?

A.  Most people are able to resume normal activity immediately.  Clients having eyeliner or lips may experience mild swelling or irritation for 24 to 48 hours afterward.  Cold compresses can be applied to reduce this.  The color will also appear more intense for the first week.  Each day the color gets softer and more natural looking.

Q. Does it really look natural?

A.  When you choose the right technician, the results are amazing!  Permanent makeup is actually more natural looking than traditional makeup. 

Q. How do I know what color to get?

A. When having permanent makeup, a natural look is always suggested.  Your technician will help you decide what would be best.

Q. What should I look for in a technician?

A.  There are many things to look for in a good technician.  Some of the most important ones are:  artistic ability, cleanliness, and experience.  It is a good idea to ask the following questions:  How many procedures has the person done?  Have you seen their work in person?  Will they be around in a year when you need a refresher?  Are they following proper sanitation and sterilization rules?  How much training have they had?  Do they attend continuing education?

Q.  What is Color Enhancement?

A.  At Cosmetic Solutions, we take a unique approach to applying permanent makeup that ensures a beautiful result every time.  We refer to our technique as Color Enhancement because it is so truly natural looking.