Does permanent makeup hurt?
How painful is the semi permanent makeup procedure?
Does permanent makeup hurt? Permanent makeup that is also called micro pigmentation, is a very popular cosmetic treatment that helps you look great all day long, without having to apply your makeup daily. Many people ask us if cosmetic tattoo treatment is painful.
If you have any doubts about how painful semi permanent makeup is, what are its limitations and benefits, our blog articles have the answers.
Does semi permanent brow makeup hurt?
Semi permanent eyebrow tattoo makes the brows look fuller without having to spend hours in front of the mirror, no more smudged eyebrow pencil.
Semi permanent eyebrows are one of the most popular treatments in our salon, many women want long lasting and natural looking eyebrows. Their brows could have changed with age or never grew back after intensive plucking with tweezers. This treatment helps to fill in gappy brows, improves the shape of the eyebrows, which in turn can significantly improve the look of the entire face. Is this treatment painful?
A lot depends on the individual pain tolerance of each person. Some people are more sensitive, and others have a higher pain threshold. At our Beauty Bar salon, we use local numbing cream to reduce the feeling of discomfort. Modern pigmentation techniques are very gentle and most people describe the sensation during the treatment as a light vibration. After the treatment, the skin may be slightly red or swollen, but this usually subsides within a few hours after the procedure.
Permanent eyebrow makeup is an ideal treatment for people who want to save time on daily makeup application and enjoy beautiful eyebrows for many months.


Semi permanent lip blush – a beautiful and long lasting effect without pain
Permanent lip blush makeup is another very popular procedure that lets you achieve a lasting effect of full and beautifully defined lips. With this treatment, it is possible to correct asymmetry, improve the shape of the lips, or simply emphasize their natural colour.
Similar to semi permanent eyebrows, the experience of pain during the procedure may vary depending on each person’s individual sensitivity. Local anaesthetic cream is also applied to the lip area, to reduce the sensation and intensity of pain. Most people say that the procedure is comfortable and describe it as a feeling of light scratching. After the treatment, the lips are often red and sometimes swollen, but this usually subsides on the same day.
Permanent lipblush tattoo is an excellent option for those who want to have beautiful lips without the need to apply lipstick or lip liner every day.
Is semi permanent eyeliner painful?
This is probably the most frequently asked question about permanent makeup. Every person I talk to thinks that a permanent eyeliner must be very painful. In reality, it isn’t and our clients usually describe the sensation during the procedure as tickling. When tattooing a line on the upper or lower eyelid, the machine gently brushes the lashes, creating a tickling feeling. Clients say they are surprised by the lack of pain.
Permanent makeup is an innovative method that gives us the effect of long-lasting makeup that doesn’t smudge regardless of weather or other factors. Although many people worry about the pain associated with these procedures, it is really minimal and well-controlled thanks to a gentle technique and local numbing cream. Permanent makeup is an excellent solution for those who want to look natural for many months without the need to apply makeup every day.
Before deciding to undergo a permanent makeup procedure, it’s always worth talking to an experienced specialist, semi permanent makeup technician, who will advise you on how to prepare for the treatment and answer all your questions, ensuring comfort and satisfaction with the results.
If you live in Hertfordshire and want to learn more or have any questions, message or email us, we’ll help you choose the best treatment for you.
We welcome clients from the local area including towns and villages like Ware, Hertford, Hoddesdon, Cheshunt, Broxbourne, Buntingford, Royston, Stevenage and Welwyn Garden City. Get your appointment booked today, and enjoy long lasting and hassle free makeup.



