PMU Services
Learn all about the services Erika offers, including brows, lip blush, lash liner, tiny tattoos, and more! Pre-care, after-care, and all about what to expect for each service's healing process is below.
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Lip Blush
Tattoo Lightening
fine line tattoos
PMU Brows
Also known as Micro-shading, this is a technique used in permanent makeup that involves shading in the eyebrows with fine, tiny dots. This is done by implanting pigment into the skin using a handheld machine and sterile needle cartridge. Once healed, this technique creates a soft powder filled in eyebrow appearance similar to makeup. Suitable for all skin types. The healed result can last from 1.5-4 years. Color retention varies per client.
What are the three techniques of brows you offer?
Healing Process
After Care Instructions
Brows
Lash Liner
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Cover uP brows
Cover Up /
Correction Brows
This service is for clients who have had previous permanent makeup done that has not healed ideally. This appointment is performed to correct shape and color. Not all previous permanent makeup is able to be corrected or covered. In some cases, REMOVAL or LIGHTENING services will be required prior to having the eyebrows redone.
Lip Blush
Tattoo Lightening
fine line tattoos
Brows
Lash Liner
Cover uP brows
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Lash Liner
Lash enhancement, or invisible eyeliner as it is often called, involves tattooing an ultra-thin black line along the top lash line to create the illusion of fuller, darker, thicker lashes. The result is a natural, youthful, eye-opening effect.
Precare Instructions
Lip Blush
Tattoo Lightening
fine line tattoos
Brows
Lash Liner
Cover uP brows
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Cover uP brows
Aftercare Instructions
Lash Liner
Lash enhancement, or invisible eyeliner as it is often called, involves tattooing an ultra-thin black line along the top lash line to create the illusion of fuller, darker, thicker lashes. The result is a natural, youthful, eye-opening effect.
Lip Blush
Tattoo Lightening
fine line tattoos
Brows
Lash Liner
Cover uP brows
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Cover uP brows
Lash Liner Precare
Lash serums will cause sensitivity to your lash line and may result in painful treatment. You MUST discontinue the use of lash serum 4 weeks or more prior appointment.
You MUST discontinue the use of ANY eye creams or serums on the eyes.
You must remove all lash extensions prior to this treatment
If you have an eye infection or stye on the procedure date you cannot have this treatment done.
Eye surgery: must wait 3 months post-surgery.
Lip Blush
A semi-permanent tattoo that enhances the natural lip shape and color. This technique helps add definition back into your lips, creates a fuller appearance of the lips and can also correct any hyper-pigmentation or darkening of the lip skin. Like all permanent cosmetic procedures, this is customizable to each clients liking.
Precare Instructions
The Procedure
Lip Blush
Tattoo Lightening
fine line tattoos
Brows
Lash Liner
Cover uP brows
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Cover uP brows
Healing
Aftercare Instructions
Tattoo Lightening
This service is done to lighten previous unsatisfactory permanent makeup. This service is done by using a special saline solution to lift the unwanted pigment/ink to the surface and then out of the skin. Each session will require multiple sessions that are spaced out 8 weeks apart until we have reach the desired results.
Results vary per case.
Lip Blush
Tattoo Lightening
fine line tattoos
Brows
Lash Liner
Cover uP brows
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Cover uP brows
Fine Line Tattoos
Fine line tattooing uses small needles (often a single or three needles) to create thin, delicate, and intricate tattoos with minimal shading. Fine line tattoos can last as long as traditional tattoos as long as the technique is done correctly, stretching and understanding proper needle depth. Fine line tattoos heal softer and may require a touch-up depending on desired results.
Pricing
Expectations
After Care Instructions
Lip Blush
Tattoo Lightening
fine line tattoos
Brows
Lash Liner
Cover uP brows
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Cover uP brows
PMU Brows Aftercare
Please keep in mind your eyebrow tattoo immediately is still considered an open wound and should be treated and cared for as such. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before touching your brows.
Proper Care after your procedure is VERY IMPORTANT in order to achieve the best healed results.
Your results are Part PRECARE, ARTIST TECHNIQUE, and your AFTERCARE once you leave your appointment.
Please be patient, the first session is to see how your skin responds to the pigment. In many cases some unevenness and color loss is to be expected.
The purpose of the touch up is to address and make any minor adjustments necessary to the healed results from your initial session.
For the first 1 hour after leaving your appointment, blot your brows every 15 minutes lightly to soak off any lymph fluid that may be secreting in the area, this will help ensure better healing.
24 hours after your appointment you will clean the area with a cotton ball or cotton round with filtered or distilled water. NO TAP WATER. Clean the area by blotting with the soaked cotton ball or round with light pressure until thoroughly cleaned, blot dry and apply aftercare tattoo salv. Clean eyebrows like this 2-3 times daily (morning, sometime in the afternoon, and night) until they have completely flaked or peeled. Ice packs protected with a clean barrier may be applied as necessary to reduce swelling. Sleeping slightly elevated helps alleviate swelling sometimes seen in the morning after facial procedures.
Wash your hands before touching any treated area. Cotton ball may be used to gently cleanse the procedure area. Do not expose the area to dirty or unsanitary conditions.
Some itching is normal. DO NOT PICK, PEEL, OR SCRATCH the treated area or your color will heal unevenly and you risk scarring and infection.
No makeup is to be applied until after the procedure site has gone through its superficial healing process (peeling is done) on the tattoo area.
Do not expose your healing skin to direct shower spray, skin creams, ointments, or lotions other than what you have been instructed to use until the procedure site has finished its superficial healing process.
Do not expose your healing skin to direct sun, tanning beds, hot tubs (tub bath if body area treated), saunas, saltwater, chlorinated pools, or extremely hot water for 14 days following your procedure.
After eyebrows have peeled you are free to resume normal activities.
Signs and symptoms of infection include, but not limited to, severe redness, swelling, severe tenderness of the procedure site, red streaks going from the procedure site towards the heart, elevated body temperature, or purulent drainage from the procedure site. Discharge from site may be green/yellow in color and foul in odor.
CONTACT YOUR PMUA AND SEEK MEDICAL CARE IF ANY SIGNS OR SYMPTOMS OF INFECTION DEVELOP.
PMU Brows Healing Process
The healing process takes 6-10 weeks depending on your age and immune system. The final result of how your new tattoo healed will appear after 30 days.
Days 1-5 pigment will appear darker and bolder. Swelling And redness will start to subside as time goes on. Itching may occur and is normal.
DO NOT ITCH OR PICK OR SCRATCH the procedure site.
Day 5-10 The tattoo will begin to flake or peel. Similar to a sunburn peeling. DO NOT touch, pick, scratch the area. Let the flakes fall off on their own naturally. Picking at the site can remove pigment, cause scarring or infection.
Day 10-5 your tattoo is just about done peeling and may seem lighter or as if the color did not stay. This is normal and the color will start to resurface with time. The epidermal layer of the skin is healing and may appear opaque in the process. Rest assured the pigment will begin to push back to the outer layer of the skin as the skin cells regenerate.
Day 15-45 Skin cells are still turning over and regenerating. The color is slowly pushing back to the surface of the skin and by day 45 the color will return and at week 6 you will come back for a touch up to perfect the healed initial session results.
PMU Brow Techniques
Ombré Powder Brows/ Powder Brows
Also known as Micro-shading is a technique used in Permanent makeup that involves shading in the eyebrows with fine tiny dots. This is done by implanting pigment into the skin using a hand held machine and sterile needle cartridge. Once healed this technique creates a soft powder filled in eyebrow appearance similar to makeup.
Nano Machine Hair Strokes
Permanent makeup technique that involves creating hair-like strokes on the eyebrows using a specialized tattooing machine. This technique is used to mimic the appearance of natural eyebrow hair, and can help to fill in sparse areas or reshape the brows. The strokes are finer and more precise than traditional microblading, and the results tend to last longer. The strokes are also placed in the way in which your natural brow hairs grow and not so much of a uniform look.
Hybrid Combo Brows
Erika’s Signature Hybrid Combo Brows is the best of both brow worlds. Results giving fluffy and defined brows looks. Using two of her favorite techniques she creates Nano strokes in the fronts of the brows for extra fluffy naturalness and Powder Pixels for the filled in definition and fullness
Lip Blush After Care
Do not pick, scratch, lick, pull, tear, or try to remove the peeling in any way. You will experience color loss if you do so.
Do not smoke during the healing process.
Do not get toothpaste or mouthwash on your lips. This can remove pigment.
Do not let any makeup, lotions, or soap touch your lips.
Clean the lips by dabbing them with filtered water and a clean Q-tip. Do this very gently. If you need to use a finger to clean them, make sure you have thoroughly washed your hands right before.
Apply a sheer layer of A&D vitamin ointment to the lips consistently throughout the day. Do not let lips get dry. Keep them hydrated and moisturized at all times. This will help accelerate the healing process.
Apply a thicker layer of A&D before you brush your teeth, take a shower, wash adjacent areas, and first thing when you wake up.
For the first 5 days, use a minimal amount of toothpaste.
Use a straw to drink liquids for the first 5 days.
Avoid foods that are hot and spicy.
Avoid eating foods that could cause friction to your lips.
Do not smoke during the healing process.
Do not get toothpaste or mouthwash on your lips. This can remove pigment.
Do not let any makeup, lotions, or soap touch your lips.
Clean the lips by dabbing them with filtered water and a clean Q-tip. Do this very gently. If you need to use a finger to clean them, make sure you have thoroughly washed your hands right before.
Apply a sheer layer of A&D vitamin ointment to the lips consistently throughout the day. Do not let lips get dry. Keep them hydrated and moisturized at all times. This will help accelerate the healing process.
Apply a thicker layer of A&D before you brush your teeth, take a shower, wash adjacent areas, and first thing when you wake up.
For the first 5 days, use a minimal amount of toothpaste.
Use a straw to drink liquids for the first 5 days.
Avoid foods that are hot and spicy.
Avoid eating foods that could cause friction to your lips.
Lip Blush Precare
Your lips must be hydrated and moisturized on the day of the appointment. If you tend to be sensitive, take Arnica to help with potential swelling.
5 days before your appointment I suggest. Starting a Lip Regiment that will help prepare the lips for the treatment.
Start to moisturize lips with Vitamin A&D 5 days before your appointment. Apply this throughout the day. Daily, lightly Exfoliate your lips with a lip scrub.
If the lips are dried, cracked, peeling, have an open sore, blistered, burned your appointment will be canceled and you will need to pay a new deposit for a new appointment. Please ensure your lips are prepared to be worked on.
Cold Sores:
If you have any history of cold sores, fever blisters, herpes, please contact your doctor for an antiviral medication for Valtrex or Zovirax. Take it the day before, the day of, and the day after your appointment.
Additional Information:
5 days before your appointment I suggest. Starting a Lip Regiment that will help prepare the lips for the treatment.
Start to moisturize lips with Vitamin A&D 5 days before your appointment. Apply this throughout the day. Daily, lightly Exfoliate your lips with a lip scrub.
If the lips are dried, cracked, peeling, have an open sore, blistered, burned your appointment will be canceled and you will need to pay a new deposit for a new appointment. Please ensure your lips are prepared to be worked on.
Cold Sores:
If you have any history of cold sores, fever blisters, herpes, please contact your doctor for an antiviral medication for Valtrex or Zovirax. Take it the day before, the day of, and the day after your appointment.
Additional Information:
- The skin should not be irritated on the day of your appointment.
- You may swell, how much or how little varies person to person.
- Do not tan or come in with a sunburned face
- Do not drink caffeinated products 24 hours before your treatment
- Do not consume alcohol 5 days before your procedure and 3 days after
- Do not take aspirin, niacin, Ibuprofen or vitamin E 72 hours before your appointment
- Avoid Chemical Peels, Botox, Laser treatments 2 months before appointment
- Lip Blush should be done 6 weeks after lip filler/injections
- If you use or have used Retinol or any other medications, please advise your technician
Lip Blush Procedure
Lip blush is a cosmetic procedure that enhances the appearance of the lips by adding a subtle wash of color. It is a semi-permanent makeup technique that provides a natural-looking tint to the lips, giving them a soft, flushed effect. The procedure involves depositing pigment into the upper layers of the skin, creating a more defined and evenly colored lip shape.
During a lip blush procedure, a skilled technician uses a small handheld device with a fine needle to implant the pigment into the lips. Prior to the procedure, a numbing cream is usually applied to minimize any discomfort. The technician carefully selects a pigment shade that aligns with your desired lip color, taking into consideration your skin tone and personal preferences.
The process typically begins by outlining the lips to create a defined shape, and then the pigment is gradually applied to fill in the entire lip area. The technician may use different techniques like shading or feathering to achieve a natural gradient effect. The result is a soft, tinted lip color that enhances the natural beauty of your lips.
Lip blush is a popular option for those who want to enhance their lip color, add definition, or correct asymmetry. The semi-permanent nature of the procedure means that the color gradually fades over time, typically lasting for about 1-3 years. Touch-up sessions may be required to maintain the desired intensity of color.
During a lip blush procedure, a skilled technician uses a small handheld device with a fine needle to implant the pigment into the lips. Prior to the procedure, a numbing cream is usually applied to minimize any discomfort. The technician carefully selects a pigment shade that aligns with your desired lip color, taking into consideration your skin tone and personal preferences.
The process typically begins by outlining the lips to create a defined shape, and then the pigment is gradually applied to fill in the entire lip area. The technician may use different techniques like shading or feathering to achieve a natural gradient effect. The result is a soft, tinted lip color that enhances the natural beauty of your lips.
Lip blush is a popular option for those who want to enhance their lip color, add definition, or correct asymmetry. The semi-permanent nature of the procedure means that the color gradually fades over time, typically lasting for about 1-3 years. Touch-up sessions may be required to maintain the desired intensity of color.
Lip Blush Healing
After getting a lip blush procedure, there is a healing process that you will go through. Here are some general guidelines:
1. Swelling and Redness: It is normal to experience some swelling and redness immediately after the procedure. This should subside within a few days.
2. Dryness and Peeling: Your lips may feel dry and start to peel as part of the healing process. It is important not to pick at or peel off any dry skin. Let it naturally exfoliate on its own.
3. Color Intensity: Initially, your lips may appear darker and more intense than the desired final result. This is because the pigment is still settling and the top layer of the skin is healing. The color will gradually lighten and soften during the healing process.
4. Scabbing: It is common to experience some scabbing or crusting on the lips. Avoid picking or scratching at the scabs, as it can interfere with the healing and affect the final result.
5. Moisturizing: Keeping your lips moisturized is crucial for the healing process. Apply a gentle, non-irritating lip balm or ointment recommended by your technician to prevent dryness and promote healing.
6. Avoiding Certain Activities: During the initial healing period, it is advised to avoid activities that may cause excessive moisture or irritation to the lips, such as swimming, hot showers, saunas, or using harsh lip products.
7. Follow Aftercare Instructions: Your technician will provide you with specific aftercare instructions tailored to your needs. Follow them diligently to ensure proper healing and long-lasting results.
Remember, individual healing experiences may vary, and it is essential to consult with your technician for personalized guidance.
1. Swelling and Redness: It is normal to experience some swelling and redness immediately after the procedure. This should subside within a few days.
2. Dryness and Peeling: Your lips may feel dry and start to peel as part of the healing process. It is important not to pick at or peel off any dry skin. Let it naturally exfoliate on its own.
3. Color Intensity: Initially, your lips may appear darker and more intense than the desired final result. This is because the pigment is still settling and the top layer of the skin is healing. The color will gradually lighten and soften during the healing process.
4. Scabbing: It is common to experience some scabbing or crusting on the lips. Avoid picking or scratching at the scabs, as it can interfere with the healing and affect the final result.
5. Moisturizing: Keeping your lips moisturized is crucial for the healing process. Apply a gentle, non-irritating lip balm or ointment recommended by your technician to prevent dryness and promote healing.
6. Avoiding Certain Activities: During the initial healing period, it is advised to avoid activities that may cause excessive moisture or irritation to the lips, such as swimming, hot showers, saunas, or using harsh lip products.
7. Follow Aftercare Instructions: Your technician will provide you with specific aftercare instructions tailored to your needs. Follow them diligently to ensure proper healing and long-lasting results.
Remember, individual healing experiences may vary, and it is essential to consult with your technician for personalized guidance.
Lash Liner After Care
Aftercare is so important in order to prevent sensitivity or problems after you have your treatment. Following properly will also help with the longevity of your eyeliner.
Please read the following Aftercare advice and follow until you’re fully peeled.
PERMANENT EYELINER AFTERCARE
• Using a fresh Q-Tip, apply a light coat of Vaseline to the tattooed area twice a day. Keeping the area moist during the first 5-7 days will help the tattooed area hold color and heal evenly. It is normal for the pigment to fade 30-50% within the first two weeks.
• Do not touch the tattooed area with your fingers. This increases your risk of infection.
• Do not rub or scratch your eyes. This increases your risk of a corneal abrasion.
• If you should experience swelling, an ice pack may be applied using a thin protective barrier such as a paper towel. Icing is most effective in the first 24 hours following the procedure. Sleeping with your head slightly elevated can also reduce any residual swelling.
• Do not apply makeup or mascara on or near the tattooed area for 7 days. Purchase new makeup or mascara to avoid contamination or bacterial infection.
• Do not scrub or pick at the tattooed area. Doing so can cause the pigment underneath to be pulled out. Allow the epithelial skin to flake off by itself.
• Do not use makeup remover or creams and avoid pools and hot tubs for two weeks.
• With freshly washed hands, you may gently cleanse the eye area with tepid water. Avoid cleansers, soap and washcloths.
• Do not wear contact lenses for 72 hours following the procedure. If possible, use a new pair.
• Sunglasses are recommended to protect the eyes when outside.
• Please notify your Doctor immediately should you experience any of the following symptoms: redness in or around the eye, matting or drainage, pain that becomes increasingly worse, difficulty keeping your eyes open, sensitivity to light.
• Remember to schedule a touch up appointment within 8-2 weeks to avoid paying an additional touch-up fee to the $125 touch up fee
Please read the following Aftercare advice and follow until you’re fully peeled.
PERMANENT EYELINER AFTERCARE
• Using a fresh Q-Tip, apply a light coat of Vaseline to the tattooed area twice a day. Keeping the area moist during the first 5-7 days will help the tattooed area hold color and heal evenly. It is normal for the pigment to fade 30-50% within the first two weeks.
• Do not touch the tattooed area with your fingers. This increases your risk of infection.
• Do not rub or scratch your eyes. This increases your risk of a corneal abrasion.
• If you should experience swelling, an ice pack may be applied using a thin protective barrier such as a paper towel. Icing is most effective in the first 24 hours following the procedure. Sleeping with your head slightly elevated can also reduce any residual swelling.
• Do not apply makeup or mascara on or near the tattooed area for 7 days. Purchase new makeup or mascara to avoid contamination or bacterial infection.
• Do not scrub or pick at the tattooed area. Doing so can cause the pigment underneath to be pulled out. Allow the epithelial skin to flake off by itself.
• Do not use makeup remover or creams and avoid pools and hot tubs for two weeks.
• With freshly washed hands, you may gently cleanse the eye area with tepid water. Avoid cleansers, soap and washcloths.
• Do not wear contact lenses for 72 hours following the procedure. If possible, use a new pair.
• Sunglasses are recommended to protect the eyes when outside.
• Please notify your Doctor immediately should you experience any of the following symptoms: redness in or around the eye, matting or drainage, pain that becomes increasingly worse, difficulty keeping your eyes open, sensitivity to light.
• Remember to schedule a touch up appointment within 8-2 weeks to avoid paying an additional touch-up fee to the $125 touch up fee
Fine Line Tattoo After Care
Your tattoo will typically take 4 weeks to completely heal.
AVOID FOR 4 WEEKS:
Your tattoo will go may go through the peeling and itching phase depending on how big and detailed it is, so expect scabs and itchiness.
Please do not pick at the scabs or itch it.
IF YOUR TATTOO IS SMALLER THAN 5 INCHES:
IF YOUR TATTOO IS BIGGER THAN 5 INCHES:
AVOID FOR 4 WEEKS:
- No gym or hot sauna
- No submerging tattoo in pool or river water
- No direct sunlight, waxing, tanning, or rubbing
Your tattoo will go may go through the peeling and itching phase depending on how big and detailed it is, so expect scabs and itchiness.
Please do not pick at the scabs or itch it.
IF YOUR TATTOO IS SMALLER THAN 5 INCHES:
- The saniderm (plastic film) comes off 72 hours after your appt
- Please take it off during the shower by running it under warm water first, and then slowly peel it by lifting parallel to your skin.
- If the saniderm is too sticky, you may use any non-scented soap to help lubricate
- Any left over sticky residue will come off by itself, so please do not try to peel it
- After the shower, pat dry and apply a little bit of ointment to keep the tattoo moisturized at all times until completely peeled off or healed
- Within 1-2 hours from your appointment: Please gently wash with any non-scented soap and then pat dry
- The next day: Please apply ointment to the tattoo and keep it moisturized at all tímes until the tattoo is completely peeled off or healed
- Please keep in mind that the expected healed results are very fine, and soft, and can be patchy, or in other words, "vintage" looking.
- If you would prefer more solid and bolder lines, please book a touch-up appointment within 1-2 months.
Fine Line Tattoo Expectations
Fineline tattoos are done right underneath the epidermis layer, which can allow the tattoo to fade and may need a touch-up.
Tattoos are done with a single needle or a 3-needle and lines may not be perfect compared to a traditional body tattoo with thicker lines and shading.
Please take the time to review the Terms and Policies on my booking site in regard to rescheduling, no-shows, cancellations, and guests.
I specialize in fine line tattooing so the lines are thin and not thick. The biggest needle I'll use is a .35 diameter 3 round liner and the smallest needle I'll use is a .25 diameter 3 round liner.
Tattoos are done with a single needle or a 3-needle and lines may not be perfect compared to a traditional body tattoo with thicker lines and shading.
Please take the time to review the Terms and Policies on my booking site in regard to rescheduling, no-shows, cancellations, and guests.
I specialize in fine line tattooing so the lines are thin and not thick. The biggest needle I'll use is a .35 diameter 3 round liner and the smallest needle I'll use is a .25 diameter 3 round liner.
Fine Line Tattoo Pricing
Pieces bigger than 5 inches: $100/hour
Pieces smaller than 5 inches: $125-$150+ depending on details and complexity
A drawing will be sent within 1 week before your appointment for previewing and you will have up until 24 hours before your appointment to make any final changes.
Any changes at your appointment cannot be guaranteed and will be charged an extra $50.
If you want to see various drawings, each drawing will be $50.
I will not draw your design until an appointment is booked.
Pieces smaller than 5 inches: $125-$150+ depending on details and complexity
A drawing will be sent within 1 week before your appointment for previewing and you will have up until 24 hours before your appointment to make any final changes.
Any changes at your appointment cannot be guaranteed and will be charged an extra $50.
If you want to see various drawings, each drawing will be $50.
I will not draw your design until an appointment is booked.
PMU might be for you if...
You want a low maintenance, long lasting solution for your brows and/or lip blush.
You want a custom shape or color for your brows or lips.
You want to improve the symmetry of your brows.
You want that "ready to slay" look from the moment you wake up.
You want to increase your confidence!
PMU might NOT be
for you if...
You are an expecting or nursing mother.
You are under the age of 18 years old.
You have active skin cancer.
You have experienced post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
You have received radiation or chemotherapy in the last 48 days.
You have Hepatitis or HIV.
You have skin diseases such as eczema or psoriasis on the treatment area.
You have had a shingles outbreak in the last 6 months.
You have glaucoma, diabetes (insulin dependent), or hemophilia.
