The Bella Experience when booking a PMU Service goes beyond just receiving a treatment. It's about feeling at ease knowing that you are in the hands of a highly trained and knowledgeable Connecticut Licensed Artist who has dedicated 2,000 hours to perfecting their craft. Not only that, but you also get to enjoy this transformative experience within the comforting walls of a Connecticut Body Art Certified Studio, which feels like your second home. Throughout the process, you can fully immerse yourself in the journey as we strive to create the most natural and aesthetically pleasing results.
It's all about achieving that coveted no makeup, makeup look that we all adore, and leaving with a newfound sense of confidence and beauty.
Are you a candidate for PMU?
+ Q: Do you have any known allergic reactions or sensitivities to topical anesthetics?
A: Most topical numbing agents contain lidocaine
+ Q: Are you currently pregnant or breast -feeding?
A: We do not offer this service to those who are pregnant or breast-feeding due to the risk of infection.
+ Q: Do you have any heart conditions or high blood pressure?
A: Please consult with your physician prior to booking. Cholesterol and blood pressure medications make the blood platelets less sticky. This causes an increase of blood flow to the surface resulting in poor color retention.
+ Q: Do you have diabetes, on any form of immunosuppressants therapy or any condition that may delay healing?
A: If you are insulin dependent, often times you may not heal as well and may be at heighten risk for infection. Immunosuppressant drugs reduce the body’s immune system to delay healing. Must have clearance from physician.
+ Q: Are you prone to keloid scarring, hypertrophic scarring or any form of excessive scarring?
A: It is very rare to form keloid scarring. However, if you scar very easily this service may not be an option for you.
+ Q: Are you allergic or sensitive to any metals?
A: Most PMU pigments contain iron oxides, which are metallic salts, and the needles contain a small amount of nickel.
+ Q: Do you or do you think it’s possible that you have any blood-borne communicable diseases such as HIV or Hepatitis?
A: If so, we are unable to perform any form of PMU.
+ Q: Do you have any serious medical conditions?
A: If so, we ask that you consult with your doctor prior to booking.
+ Q: Have you ever had Herpes Simplex Type 1 infection?
A: Lip Blush clients. If you have a history of getting cold sores, it is recommended you get a prescription from a physician and take antiviral medication 3-4 days prior to the procedure.
+ Q: Have you had any form of cosmetic or surgical procedure, radiotherapy or chemotherapy at any time within the last 6 months? (botox, laser, injections, facelifts, etc.)
A: Chemotherapy clients must wait till blood count is normal and we ask for a physicians clearance. If you’ve had any cosmetic or surgical procedure, we ask you wait 3-6 months. If you’ve had botox or filler, wait at least 4 weeks.
+ Q: Are you currently or have you ever been on Accutane?
A: You must be off of Accutane for 1 year before booking your PMU appointment.
+ Q: Do you currently use Retinol?
A: You must avoid retinol for 7 days prior to your appointment and can resume 21 days after.
Frequently Asked Questions
+ Q: What is Permanent Make Up?
A: Get ready to embrace the game-changing technique of injecting pigment into your skin's dermal layer with micropigmentation. Multiple techniques are utilized to achieve the desired outcome, taking your beauty to the next level.
+ Q: How long does it last?
A: Nano brows usually lasts about 1-2 years, while Ombre Brows can maintain their appearance for 2-3 years. However, the duration can vary depending on different factors such as skin type (normal, oily, dry), age (youthful/mature), and skincare routine. If a patient tans regularly or uses products with AHA or Glycolic Acid, the pigment may fade faster since the skin resurfaces more quickly. Every individual has a unique color retention rate within the skin. To keep the brows looking fresh, a touch-up is recommended every 18-24 months. It's possible to let the microbladed area fade over time, but please note a slight shadow may remain.
Factors that will cause your microbladed brow tattoo fade faster:
- Iron deficiency
- Sun exposure
- Exfoliants
- Strong immune systems
- Exposure to salt water
- Smoking
+ Q: Does it hurt?
A: Our top priority is to ensure that every client feels as comfortable as possible during their visit. Typically, there is little to no pain experienced during the procedure. To further minimize discomfort, we apply a topical 5% lidocaine anesthetic both before and during the procedure.
+ Q: Is a consultation required?
A: When it comes to getting that perfect brow, we’ve got you covered! If you've had previous procedures or have any concerns about your skin, it's essential to schedule a consultation to ensure you're in the clear. On the other hand, if you're revamping your brows, we’ve got you covered! A consultation is already built into the appointment to determine the best technique, shape, and color for your beauty needs.
+ Q: Who is Not a candidate?
A: Anyone Who...
- Has used Accutane within the past year.
- Have diabetes (will require a physician's note).
- Skin irritations or Psoriasis near the treated area (rashes, sunburn, acne, etc.).
- Have had Bo+ox in the last 2 weeks.
- Have gotten a deep tan or chemical peels in the last 2 weeks.
- Allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine or epinephrine.
- Anyone who has any serious medical conditions may require a physician's note.
- Pregnant or Nursing clients.
- History of Keloids or Hypertrophic scarring.
- Chemotherapy (consult your doctor).
- Epilepsy
- Pacemaker or major heart problems.
- Sick (cold, flu, etc.) Viral infections and/or diseases.
- Any treatment, medication, or illness that compromises the immune system / healing would make you NOT a good candidate for micro-pigmentation procedures.
How do I prepare for my PMU Appointment?
- No excessive alcohol consumption for 24 hours prior to your procedure
- Avoid sun and tanning one week prior to your procedure
- Do not take aspirin, niacin (vitamin B3), vitamin E, or Advil/Ibuprofen 24 hours before the procedure
- No brow waxing, tinting, laminations, microdermabrasion, or chemical peels 1-2 weeks prior.
- Discontinue the use of Accutane/Retin-A or any other acne medication at least 6 months prior to the procedure
- No Botox/filler around the area 4 weeks prior
Post-care Instructions
Apply a grain-size amount of aftercare to the brow area 2x a day. Do not oversaturate the area, as this will affect your results.
-No scented soaps, sunscreen, moisturizer, or makeup should be used on the treated area for 15 days.
Avoid getting the area soaked for 10 days. It is essential to gently wash the brow area with unscented soap for the next 7-10 days. Do not rub your brows dry. Please gently pat dry them with a clean cloth or tissue.
-Avoid sun tanning, swimming, or excessive sweating until the area is healed, about 30 days.
-Do not rub, pick, or itch the treated area.
What is the healing process for Microblading/Ombre Brows?
**These are estimates. Days can vary. Smoking, diabetes, stress & age can increase the healing time.
Day 1-3 Brows will look darker and thicker. Brows may feel tender and sore, looking warm and/or reddish.
Day 4-5 Redness should be reduced, but flaking and crusting may occur. Dry and itchy, may look patchy, and may have discoloration.
Day 6-12: 70-100% of scabs should fall off during this time. The color looks very light, and the shape may look thinner; some areas may have lost more color compared to others, and color can appear uneven.
Day 13-21 Brow color gradually darkens as the skin fully heals. The fully healed color will be 30-50% lighter from the initial appointment. Retention can vary according to skin type.
Pricing
Nano 525
Touch Up 150
Lip Blush 400