How
financially rewarding is the field of permanent cosmetics?
The field of permanent cosmetics is highly lucrative.
For example: performing one eye liner, eyebrow or lip
liner procedure a week generally booked for an hour appointment
and charged at $350.00 would generate an income of $18,
200.00 just for working one hour a week over a year period.
What types of educational courses are offered at NWC?
Nine Wellness Centre offers Educational Training Courses
for Basic Cosmetic Dermapigmentation and Advanced Courses
in IV Step Eye Contouring™ and Paramedical Dermapigmentation
are available.
What
is the technical definition of permanent cosmetics ?
Permanent cosmetics is technically referred to as Intradermal
Pigmentation, Micropigmentation, Dermapigmentation and
or Cosmetic Tattooing. It is a revolutionary method of
applying micro insertions of pigment into the dermal layer
of skin. The method is technically known as MPI (Micro-Pigment
Implantation). This state-of-the-art technique was medically
developed and specifically designed for Intradermal Pigment
Application which produces natural to dramatic color enhanced
procedure treated areas.
What are the advantages of having permanent cosmetic
enhancement?
Permanent cosmetics are for both men and women. Designed
for the busy person who has little or no time to apply
conventional make up, athletic people and for those with
oily skin, whose make up seems to disappear. Persons allergic
to conventional make up or anyone with limited hand movement,
poor eyesight, contact lens wearers, burn survivors or
people with skin imperfections can benefit from Permanent
Cosmetic Enhancement. Essentially anyone who wants to
enhance their natural appearance and look their best can
benefit from Permanent Cosmetics.
What types of permanent cosmetic procures are
available?
Basic procedures for Eyebrows, Eye Liner, Lip Liner, Full
Lip Color and Beauty Marks can be performed. More advanced
procedures for Eye Lid Color Contouring, Eye Lid Crease
Color Contouring, Under Brow Highlighting, Under Eye Concealer,
Lip Contour Advancement and Cheek Color Contouring can
also be performed by an experienced specialist. Advanced
procedures in the Paramedical field are available for
Scar Revisions and Camouflage, Skin Repigmentation, Areola
and Nipple Pigment Restoration and Scalp and Hairline
Enhancement.
What should be expected during permanent cosmetic
procedure?
A typical permanent cosmetic procedure takes an average
of one hour to perform however, times may vary with each
individuals needs. Topical anesthetics can be applied
to reduce the discomfort of delicate skin.
What should be expected during the permanent cosmetic
recovery period?
Following the permanent cosmetic procedure, normal activities
may be resumed while maintaining after-care instructions.
Slight redness or swelling that may occur subsides quickly
and cool compresses may be used. It is recommended that
the treatment area be kept clean and a thin application
of a topical ointment such as A & D or natural Shea
Butter be applied. The topical ointment aids in minor
sloughing and normal pigment fading that occurs during
healing. Although, initial healing varies, it is usually
within five to seven days and overall healing is usually
complete within three to five weeks.
Are permanent cosmetics really permanent?
While permanent cosmetics are considered to be a permanent
procedure, it is a proven fact and normal for pigment
lightening to occur over a period of time. The time period
for pigment lightening varies with each individual. Maintenance
procedures are available to restore density in the coloring
as lightening occurs.
Do
permanent cosmetic procures require more than one application?
A follow-up appointment to give greater density in the
coloring may be scheduled in three to six weeks when overall
healing is complete. Generally, the recommended follow-up
applications are performed within 90 days of the initial
procedure and are performed at no additional fee. Maintenance
or additional pigment applications are charged a procedure
fee.
Should any precautions be considered prior to
a permanent cosmetic procedure?
If prone to such conditions, fever blisters or cold sores
may occur in association with lip procedures. A physician
may be contacted to obtain an appropriate prescribed medication.
A perspective Permanent Cosmetic client may also wish
to contact their physician for medical advice and or possible
pre-medications, should the client have any medical or
otherwise condition that could result in an adverse reaction.
Permanent Cosmetic clients should also remember is not
advisable to accept any prescription drug advice from
anyone other than a physician or pharmacist who is licensed
to give such information and or advice.
