What is semi-permanent makeup? Everything you need to know

Semi-permanent makeup is an innovative cosmetic procedure that enhances and corrects eyebrows, lips or eyeliner with a tattoo application. Whether you want perfectly shaped eyebrows, defined lips, or subtle eyeliner, semi-permanent makeup gives long-lasting results that won’t smudge or wash off.

The history of permanent makeup tattoo

Where does permanent makeup treatment come from? For centuries, people were finding ways to enhance their look. Early forms of body modification included piercings, painting, and tattooing, dating back thousands of years. The Chinese were among the first to use bamboo sticks and plant-based dyes for tattooing 2000 years ago.

Today, semi-permanent makeup has evolved with advanced tools like needle cartridges that prevent contamination, a safe and precise way to enhance your features.

Why should you get semi-permanent makeup?

Semi-permanent makeup is perfect for anyone who is looking for a simple beauty routine. It can correct asymmetry, add definition, and create a groomed look that lasts.

• Eyebrows range from natural hair strokes to soft powder and ombre effects.
• We can create defined lips with colour that mimics lipstick.
• Eyeliner adds subtle definition to your eyes.

This treatment is particularly beneficial for busy people who want to reduce time spent on makeup. Swimmers, gym-goers, or those with oily skin. People who struggle with applying makeup or have allergies to traditional products. Those who have lost hair due to chemotherapy or alopecia.

 

How does semi-permanent makeup process work?

The first step is a brief consultation where we assess your suitability for the treatment and conduct a patch test to rule out allergies to pigments or anaesthetics.

During the main session (up to 2.5 hours), we discuss your desired look, choose the right colours, and map out the shape. We use disposable needles to tattoo your enhancement.

4 to 6 weeks after the initial session a touch-up appointment is scheduled to perfect the results. Semi-permanent makeup lasts between 2 to 5 years, depending on your skin type, aftercare, health conditions and lifestyle.

How to look after your semi-permanent tattoo?

After your treatment, it’s normal to experience mild irritation or swelling, which subsides quickly. While your skin heals, you may notice light peeling.

Wash your skin 3 times a day and apply a moisturising cream after as instructed.

During the healing period avoid steam rooms, swimming, and tanning.

We give all clients written aftercare instructions to take home.

 

Finding the right semi-permanent makeup artist for you

Choose a certified and insured technician with a portfolio of work, showcasing both fresh and healed results. Healed results show the true outcome, any mistakes such as pigment migration, colour mistakes, or patchy inconsistent work becomes apparent once the skin has fully healed.

A professional technician will require all the necessary forms from you, a health form and patch test before beginning the treatment, to exclude contraindications or allergic reactions to the pigment or anaesthetics.

For professional semi-permanent makeup services in Hertfordshire, including areas like Ware, Hertford, Cheshunt, Broxbourne, Hatfield, Hoddesdon, Stevenage, Welwyn Garden City, Buntingford, Royston and Bishop’s Stortford, visit Beauty Bar. We specialise in creating beautiful, natural-looking permanent makeup that lasts.