Summer is here and you wonder if the powder brows, permanent eyeliner or permanent lip color you just got will be able to hold up during your trip to the beach. There are a few things you should know before you start enjoying the summer sun and the beach.

Summer Sun And Permanent Makeup

The summer sun can have some impact on your permanent makeup especially if you just had the procedure done. Right after you get your permanent makeup, you will need some time to heal. During that time, you will want to keep dirt and bacteria away from the healing area which means no pool or ocean for you. In general, avoid all dirty work, including lawn mowing or other yard work.  You will also want to avoid the sun since your eyes might be sensitive to light, so bring your sunglasses when heading outside. They will also protect the fresh color. After two weeks or so (consult with your permanent makeup expert), the area should be completely healed and you should be able to resume your normal activities.

As you know, the procedures are semi-permanent which means they will last one to two years. Unfortunately, sun exposure can affect the rate at which the pigments, that were inserted into your skin,  are broken down. So when heading to the pool or the beach wear sunglasses and maybe a sun hat. If you have any questions about your permanent makeup after care, contact an specialist!

Is Permanent Lip Liner Right For Me?

Permanent lip liner is a natural appearing permanent cosmetic lip definer. It can be applied to give more definition, correct uneven lips, which will result in a fuller appearance. The procedure also helps prevent lipstick from bleeding and can minimize the appearance of wrinkles.

Why You Will Love It

Lips are the most attractive feature of the face after the eyes. Keeping your lips looking fresh will give your entire face a more youthful appearance. Applying lip liner can be a hassle, if you don’t get it right you have to start all over again. This can become a problem in the morning especially if you wake up 30 minutes late and you need to rush out the door. Having permanent lip liner can shave valuable time off your makeup routine. Furthermore, you will have perfectly lined lips every morning.  If you have sensitive skin or allergies, finding the right product that does not make you break out can be tricky. You went through all the work of applying lip liner or lipstick, only to find the products on your water bottle or wine glass after only two sips. Not only will permanent lip liner withstand the wine glass test, it will also stick with you during your active lifestyle. Even after a day of swimming, diving or surfing, your lips will still look perfect.

Is Scalp Micropigmentation Right For Me?

Scalp micropigmentation is a cosmetic tattoo that gives the illusion of a close buzz cut hairstyle on a bald head. The procedure can also be used to conceal the scars from hair transplantation or to make thinning hair seem thicker. The hair looks fuller because the pigments inserted into the scalp make it appear darker, without penetrating the skin as deeply as a regular tattoo would. The intricate procedure is  similar to tattooing. It basically creates the appearance of tiny hair follicles which leaves you with a shades scalp.

How Does It Work

The best part of our Scalp Micropigmentation is that you can really have whatever desired outcome you want. During your consultation, we will go over how dense you want your hair, the darkness and overall look you are striving for. Dina Basman of Brow Design by Dina will be very honest and upfront with you. Specifically, she will let your know whether your desires fit into what is achievable or not, so there will be no disappointments afterwards. Her pigments are 100% organic with no color additives. They can not break down into other colors-because they contain no constituent colors. Since they are charcoal based, it means that there is no chance for your scalp treatment turning blue or green. If you are interested in learning more about the procedure, make an appointment for a consultation today!

Keeping your eyebrows in check can be a struggle. Plucking keeps them away for longer, but mishaps can be irreversible. Over-plucked brows can become an issue especially now that somewhat fuller brows are back in fashion. “Your hair has a good memory, it does not forget what you have done. Keep plucking your eyebrows and they won’t grow back,” cautions Dina Basman of Brow Design By Dina.

Shaving your brows to get rid of the strays is another option. “However shaving can be rather short-lived.  Shaving only takes hair even with the skin. So your results won’t last very long, but you’ll start to see stubble or a shadow in the next day or so. This means you’ll have to shave them almost every day to keep your results.

What You Can Do

If you want longer-lasting beautifully shaped eyebrows consider microblading. This is a semi-permanent eyebrow procedure. It’s a new, superficial solution to sparse, over-plucked, over-waxed, and thinning eyebrows.  Eyebrow microblading is a way of implanting pigment under the epidermis using a specially designed fine blade that is three times thinner than the blade used in a machine. This allows for the creation of very fine, crisp, realistic hair strokes that do not blur after healing. Best of all, the results can last between one and three years, according to experts. If you are thinking about getting the procedure done, schedule and appointment with Dina today!

Which Eyebrows Should I Get?

Eyebrows frame your face. Great looking brows can give lift to your face and make the eyes appear larger and more youthful. If you have over-plucked or just have sparse brows, semi-permanent makeup could be the right solution for you. There are different type of eyebrows that you could get, here is a quick summery of the different procedures and different looks from Brow Design By Dina.

Plain Microblading

Dina Basman of Brows By Dina uses a hand tool with a specially designed fine blade to for this procedure. This allows for the creation of very fine, crisp realistic hair strokes. Plain Microblading is ideal to cover scars and gaps, define shape, create an arch and fill in the brows. The results can last up to a year.

Powder Brows/ Blending

During this type of procedure basically thousands of tiny little dots of pigment are inserted into the skin, gradually building up a color and a defined shape. This is a very precise method, explains Dina. These type of browns are done by a digital device.  Powder Brows look very light and natural and last about a year.

Blending is done the same way Powder Brows are, but the color gets applied a little bit deeper. This means Blending will last about 2 years. Since the color gets inserted deeper under your skin, the brows will look a little bit heavier than Powder Brows.

Ombre

“The Ombre look is very popular right now with the younger generation,” Dina says. The color, which is also applied with the digital device, gets inserted into the skin deeper in certain parts a the brow. This gives your brow a heaver, but very defined look. The results will last over two years. Since the brow will look very perfect, it is a good look for people who wear a lot of makeup on a daily basis. Dina uses a slightly different application technique, compared to Powder Brows or Blending, to achieve the very precise Ombre look.

Art Combine

Art Combine, just like the name suggests, is a combination of to procedures. For this type of brow shading as well as microblade or hair strokes are used. The results here will last you last over 2-3 years. Art Combine is good choice if you have little to no hair at all. It also helps to create more natural shading and dimensions.

If you are not sure which eyebrows are the best for you call Dina and schedule a consultation!

What Is Permanent Eyelash Enhancement?

Do you struggle with sparse or short eyelashes? You have tried eyelashes extensions but have a hard time putting them on? Time may also be a factor. An eyelash extension appointment for 75 or more lashes per eye — can last more than two hours. Eyelash extension also may not work with your lifestyle. If you swim or workout a lot, your lash extensions’ lifespan is more limited. Exposure to water, sweat and frequent bathing will weaken the glue’s bond. Give permanent eyelash enhancement a try. You will have full, natural eyelashes everyday without any work.

How Does It Work?

Eyelash Enhancement is a permanent makeup process that creates the illusion of thicker, darker, and completely full lashes by filling in between the lashes with permanent color. The lash-enhancement procedure can be done on just the top or bottom lashline, or both. Lash enhancement is great for individuals who have large gaps between eyelashes and sparse lashes. The treatment, similar to microblading requires a 4-6 week touch up period after the initial procedure, but once the touch ups are done the results can last up to 3 and sometimes longer, according to experts.

Consult The Experts

Because eyeliner styles can vary greatly to accentuate the shape of the eyes, we always begin with a free consultation. At the consultation, your color and shape objectives and probability of success with permanent cosmetic pigments and techniques will be discussed.

Protect Yourself From Illegal Microblading

Are you considering getting permanent makeup done? Here is what you need to know before picking just anyone to perform the procedure. All permanent makeup and microblading shops must must be approved by the Louisiana Department of Health.

On February 5, the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology issued a ruling via a declaratory order that microblading is permitted in its licensed facilities as long as the activity takes place in a dedicated room with a door and it is performed by a department (LDH)-registered operator and under the auspices of an LDH registration (facility).

For more information visit: http://ldh.la.gov/index.cfm/page/622

Not Everybody Can Perform Microblading

“Microblading is a very capricious technique with many limitations that you have to take into consideration,” says Dina Basman owner of Brow Design by Dina. Lately, she has seen a growing number of clients who had poor microblading done to them and are now asking her to fix the problem. “It is literally becoming a serious epidemic problem,” she says.  Professionals who perform microblading or teach the technique have to be registered with the Louisiana Department of Health. “Please do your research,” she urges clients. If you are thinking about learning the technique, you will also have to make sure that your trainer has all her/his paperwork in order, otherwise, the training could be illegal.  If the facility that is responsible for issuing a certificate in microblading does not possess all required licenses and permits,  it will be waste of money and time because  your certificate will not be approved by the Louisiana Department of Health. 

For a full list of Health Department requirements click here: http://ldh.la.gov/index.cfm/page/622

All Permanent Makeup and Microblading shops must be approved only by LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH!!!

The Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology is enforcing salons or spas that offer Permanent makeup to provide these services in a stand alone Tattoo/Permanent Makeup shops.

Board of Cosmetology now states that Microblading, microneedling, and any form of permanent makeup are NOT allowed in any salon that is licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology.

These practices do not fall under the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology and CANNOT be performed in any salons.