Semi-Permanent Makeup also referred to as Micropigmentation is a procedure which uses medical grade pigments to be implanted into the dermis of the skin by specialist customed needles. The pigments are carefully matched to your hair & skin tone.
How Long Does it Last?
The longevity of the treatment is dependent on each individual. It can vary from 2-10 years but on average three years, providing the ink is maintained. It is recommended to come back for a refresh top up 12-18 months after the treatment to refresh the colour. This too will increase the longevity of the treatment.
Does it Hurt?
Each individual may experience no or some discomfort. *Numbing cream can be applied to help ease the discomfort. *Dependent on the location of the Clinic we may not be prohibited to apply numbing cream due to local legislations.
Can makeup still be worn?
Makeup on the treatment area can be applied once the area is healed should you wish to.
Health & Safety Standards
Top of the range state of the art equipment is used with disposable needles & cartridges. The studio is Health Authority approved and complies with the environmental authority regulations set by the local council. The Health Centre is CQC approved.
Eyeliner
If you want to save time and effort on applying and reapplying eye makeup throughout the day, then Medinkx offers you the ideal semi-permanent eye makeup. With semi-permanent eye makeup, your eyes will be more defined from the moment you wake up through to the time you go to bed. Pigment can be applied to both top and/or bottom eyelids.
The Types of Eyeliner
Offering thin discrete to thick Latino style, with or without flicks, classic & smudge eyeliner.
Eyelash Enhancements
A method used to apply pigment between the lash roots to achieve longer looking lashes and with more definition. This can be an alternative to mascara, again which can be applied on both top and/or bottom eyelids.
Semi-permanent eye makeup is suitable for both men and women and can help people with:
Hypersensitivity to traditional makeup
Watery eyes or sensitivity to various cosmetics
Natural aging
Makeup for those with poor vision
Sparse lashes
Uneven features
Both the eyeliner and eyelash enhancement can be achieved in one set of treatment usually at a discounted price*
The Process for Eyeliner & Eyelash Enhancement
An initial consultation is required to discuss what you like to achieve, a test patch and colour assessment is undertaken and if necessary a drawing of the eyeliner on the eye with a makeup pencil is undertaken to demonstrate the outcome.
The Treatment
The treatment itself is usually around 20-30 minutes but some time is needed to prep the skin by using *local anaesthetic to numb the area. As soon as the skin becomes numb, using a specialist machine and fine needle, pigment is applied to the skin. After the treatment, the pigment applied will appear darker than the colour chosen but will start to fade after the first week.
The Follow Up
Between 4 to 8 weeks after the first treatment, a follow up treatment will be needed to add more pigment and complete the treatment. Any patches and/or refinements to the eyeliner and/or eyelash enhancements will be done during this session. Please bear in mind, some people may experience small/tiny patches as the skin may not retain the colour initially and therefore a follow up is essential to help overcome this. The follow up session is usually completed within an hour.
Note
*Dependent on the location of the clinic, we may be prohibited to apply numbing cream due to local legislations.
Eyebrows
With careful care given to your eyebrows, you can accentuate the natural beauty of your eyes and give a better shape to your overall forehead. With semi-permanent cosmetics, it means you no longer need to apply makeup every day, and there is no smudging to worry about. We can define your eyebrows and enhance your existing shape or recreate a new shape of your desire.
This treatment can deliver fantastic results helping you to achieve the look you want, making you feel great and confident. The benefits of this long-lasting treatment can be seen straight away.
Methods of Application
Hair Strokes (Microblading)
Most popular for short term with the effects being 3D hair illusion. Microblading is an old technique which does not require machines, needles and is more superficial. It is an embroidery type method to achieve strokes which look like real hairs. Ideal for those who want to define or reconstruct brows. The results are amazing and realistic which can last up to 12-18 months.
Hair Strokes (Machine)
A similar process to Microblading but using fine needles and machine to achieve individual hair strokes. Again, ideal for those want to define or reconstruct brows. This treatment can last up to several years providing the colour is maintained.
Soft Powered Ombre Brows
Also considered as shaded brows, is a more bold appearance as the pigment applied is more intense covering the full brow area. The intensity of the pigment applied can give a face lift illusion as well as a refreshed appearance. The powered brow can last up to 10 years providing the colour is maintained.
These methods will help with:
Defining the eyebrow and shape
Drooping eyebrows
Sparse hairs
Medical e.g. Hair loss
Scars and/or injuries
Fine eyebrows
The Process
An initial consultation is required to discuss what you like to achieve, a test patch and colour assessment is undertaken along with drawing the shape of the brow with a makeup pencil.
The Treatment
The treatment itself is usually around 20-30 minutes but some time is needed to prep the skin by using *local anaesthetic to numb the area. As soon as the skin becomes numb, using a specialist machine and fine needle, pigment is applied to the skin. After the treatment, the pigment applied will appear darker than the colour chosen but will start to fade after the first week.
The Follow Up
Between 4 to 8 weeks after the first treatment, a follow up treatment will be needed to add more pigment and complete the treatment. Any patches and/or refinements to the eyebrows will be done during this session. Please bear in mind, some people may experience small/tiny patches as the skin may not retain the colour initially and therefore a follow up is essential to help overcome this. The follow up session is usually completed within an hour.
Note
*Dependent on the location of the clinic, we may be prohibited to apply numbing cream due to local legislations.
Lip Treatments
Lips are an area that many of us would like to improve and enhance, which is where semi-permanent makeup can help. Our experts at Medinkx use semi-permanent lip makeup in order to reform the shape, size and colour of your lips. The long-lasting effects reduce the daily application of traditional lipstick, lip liner or lip gloss, offering a healthier makeup lifestyle.
The Types of Lip Treatments
Lipline
This discrete enhancement can help define natural lip contour by utilising a soft colour similar to your natural lips.
Lip Blush
The Lip blush is a popular treatment from the lips semi-permanent makeup range. Lip blush allows extending the lip contour to enhance and create an additional effect on the body of your lips. You can choose a natural colour similar to your own colour or a flush of new colour to give a fresh and vibrant effect.
Full Lip Colour
The semi-permanent treatment gives you fuller, more youthful lips by defining the natural lip contours with techniques to blend natural lip colour, for a longer lasting look. This is a great anti-aging treatment for lips that have lost colour and definition due to natural aging.
The Process
An initial consultation is required to discuss what you like to achieve, a test patch and colour assessment is undertaken and if necessary a drawing of the lipliner using a makeup pencil.
The Treatment
The treatment itself is usually around 90mins but some time is needed to prep the skin by using *local anaesthetic to numb the area. As soon as the skin becomes numb, using a specialist machine and fine needle, pigment is applied to the skin. After the treatment, the pigment applied will appear darker than the colour chosen but will start to fade after the first week.
The Follow Up
Between 4 to 8 weeks after the first treatment, a follow up treatment will be needed to add more pigment and complete the treatment. Any patches and/or refinements to the lips/lipliner will be done at this session. Please bear in mind, some people may experience small/tiny patches on the lips/lipliner as the skin may not retain the colour initially and therefore a follow up is essential to help overcome this. The follow up session is usually completed within an hour.
Note
*Dependent on the location of the clinic, we may be prohibited to apply numbing cream due to local legislations.
Beauty Spots
Beauty Spots are popular amongst all cultures and backgrounds and here at Medinkx, we offer the specific intricate treatment, should you wish to consider or have a beauty spot implanted.
Freckles
In the recent years, freckles have become a major trend as it is believed that these little beauties adds character to the face. We love carrying this procedure and the results are undeniably adorable.
What is BB Glow?
Finally, a solution for uneven skin tone! BB Glow is a state-of-the-art treatment to minimise the appearance of pigmentation, dark spots and even out skin tone. Results are immediate and can last up to 3-4 weeks. However, It is a semi-permanent treatment which can last up to six months if a course of treatments is followed through, an alternative to applying foundation every day.
The BB serum contains a mixture of natural ingredients which are safe, nurturing to the skin and creating a thin layer to the uneven surface. This gives the skin a brighter and more even tone. The BB Glow is an alternative to wearing foundation as the BB Glow creates a smooth skin surface, minimise pores and disguises pigmentation and dark spots.
The benefits of BB Glow
Immediately even out skin tone, disguising imperfections, camouflaging stubborn spots.
BB Glow treatment helps by working on the skin to boost it’s collagen
BB Glow hydrates the skin, helping to reduce fine lines and dark circles.
BB Glow does not rub off or wash off. You can sweat, carry out gym activities as normal, swim etc.
BB Glow serum consists of vitamins and antioxidants helping the skin to stay young.
The serum does not clog up pores as the pigment is penetrated into the skin as oppose of the pigment sitting on the surface of the skin.
The procedure
A high number of fine needles are gently swept across the treated allowing penetration through the epidermis and creating tiny punctures on the treated area. With the skin being open, the BB serum is applied evenly across the skin and penetrated by the needles. The treatment usually lasts around 45 mins
Is the treatment painful?
Very little or minimum level of discomfort the client may experience. Different needles and depth of the needles will be discussed during the consultation.
Any down time?
The Nano-Needling may cause tiny punctures which will fade few hours after the treatment. The skin may appear flush and a little pink will subside within a day. Immediately after the treatment, the client can return back to their normal activities.
The Follow Up
Each client is different and will opt for this treatment for different needs. On average, three treatments over the course 4 weeks apart is recommended to gain maximum and longevity of the benefits. This may differ for someone who has pigmentation or dark spots. More treatments may be required for better results. In some cases, one treatment may suffice if it is just a matter of brightening the skin.
Areolas
We provide a natural look for women who have undergone breast reconstruction following a mastectomy. We help you rediscover the natural beauty of your breasts including areola(s) reconstruction in the nipple area.
By using semi-permanent makeup pigments that match the original or the remaining nipple, we reconstruct the nipple and areola. This gives a natural look and minimises the scarring from the operation.
Using semi-permanent cosmetics will help you achieve a body image that you are pleased with, regain your confidence in your natural look and be yourself again, both inside and out. Medinkx provides treatments that deliver realistic and natural results.
The Process
An initial consultation is required to discuss your medical background and history. To ensure that we can carry out the correct treatment, we will need to be aware of the surgery and/or treatments undertaken and any planned for the future. Working closely with you for the desired outcome, we will go through the stages and explain the procedure in detail. As with all our treatments, a test patch and colour assessment is undertaken and if necessary a drawing of the areola is marked using a makeup pencil.
The Treatment
The treatment itself is usually around 2-3 hours but some time is needed to prep the skin by using *local anaesthetic to numb the area. As soon as the skin becomes numb, using a specialist machine and fine needle, pigment is applied to the skin. After the treatment, the pigment applied will appear darker than the colour chosen but will start to fade after the first week.
We carry out the following:
Single reconstruction
Double reconstruction
Shape correction
Scar camouflage
Colour Enhancement
The Follow Up
Between 4 to 8 weeks after the first treatment, a follow up treatment will be needed to add more pigment and complete the treatment. Any patches and/or refinements to the areola will be done at this session. Please bear in mind, some people may experience small/tiny patches on the areola as the skin may not retain the colour initially and therefore a follow up is essential to help overcome this. The follow up session is usually completed within one to 2 hours.
Patients
**In some cases we will carry out Pro Bono for cancer patients. Please ask for further details.
Note
*Dependent on the location of the clinic, we may be prohibited to apply numbing cream due to local legislations.
