In the hands of a skilled and qualified practitioner as myself, the procedures are safe. All supplies, tools and needles used are sterilized, ONE TIME USE ONLY. Everything on the tray is disposed of in a safe manner according to the county health department standards. Hospital grade disinfectants are used to clean and sterilize the procedure room/area. Please see the Treatment Care page to go over the cosmetic tattooing contradictions and ensure that you are a good candidate for Permanent Cosmetics.

Understanding the body's role is crucial in luxury services such as PMU, Hair & Nails. Just as the body grows hair, it is advisable to revisit your hairstylist for touch-ups on new growth and roots. The same applies to nails +fills. Similarly with PMU the body's immune system will gradually eliminate pigment molecules, causing the PMU to lighten, hence Color Refreshers are suggested every one to two years. From the moment the pigment is introduced into the skin, the immune system springs into action. It recognizes the pigment as a foreign substance and attempts to eliminate it by absorbing the pigment molecules and expelling them through the body's waste systems. Additional factors such as sweating, oily skin, sun exposure, chemical peels, personal hygiene, and medications also influence the frequency of necessary Color Refresher appointments. At the Color Refresh appointment, the PMU is redone, and new pigment is added to replenish the color that has faded or shifted in tone leaving the client with fresh vibrant PMU.

Nano Brows are a form of permanent eyebrow enhancement technique that uses a specialized tattoo machine to implant pigment into the skin with an ultra-fine sterilized single needle, mimicking natural eyebrow hairs. The result is a natural-looking, fuller, more symmetrical eyebrow that lasts up to 1-2 years with proper care. A Color Refresher is recommended every 1-2 years depending on your immune system, sun exposure, personal hygiene, skin type, etc.

Most people report only feeling minor pressure or discomfort and less pain than a typical tattoo due to the use of highly effective anesthetics, before, during and after the procedure. Some level of discomfort should be expected, but everyone has a different threshold. Some may take a nap while others may feel more sensitive. It is advised to schedule before or after your menstrual cycle as you will be more sensitive during that time.

Eyebrow Procedure: 2 - 2.5 hours Natural Eyeliner: 1 - 1.5 hours Designer Eyeliner: 2-3 hours Tinted Lips: 2 hours SMP: 3-5 hours Removal: 1 hour This includes a consultation at the start of the appointment, outlining and drawing the shape, numbing, and procedure. Touch Ups are approximately 1 - 1.5 hours

The longevity of permanent cosmetics vary from client to client. Generally, Eyebrows can last up to 1-3 years or more whereas Eyeliner and Lips can last 2-4 years. Results vary depending on client’s skin types, aftercare and lifestyles (sun exposure, chemical peels, exercise/sweat, smoking, etc.). On average most clients require a touch up session every 1-2 years. There are no guarantees as to how long your permanent cosmetics will last so it is essential that it's understood that regular maintenance is required in order to keep the pigment looking vibrant and fresh.

There is no “downtime” with any permanent cosmetic procedure. You can go about your day normally go back to work right after the procedure. You may be slightly swollen or show some redness, but this subsides fairly quickly.

You can text Maria directly at 408-835-2291 or go to the Pricing & Appointments page on this website and schedule online. Please feel free to contact Maria if you have any questions or concerns prior to scheduling your procedure.