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How to Choose Pigment for Microblading: A Professional Guide
Selecting the right pigment for microblading ensures natural-looking, long-lasting results—crucial for professional semi permanent makeup artists. This article explains key pigment selection factors with authoritative, factual insights. Learn to balance color science, undertones, and skin types for optimal outcomes.
How to Choose Pigment for Microblading
Understanding Pigment Basics
- Types of Pigments:
- *Organic pigments*: Vivid color, quicker fade, less migration
- *Inorganic pigments (iron oxides)*: Softer finish, longer lasting, less allergic reactions ((https://pmuhub.com/semi-permanent-makeup-pigments/))
- Color Stability:
- Select pigments tested for lightfastness and stability to avoid unwanted tones over time.
Assessing Skin Undertone
- Warm vs. Cool:
- Use Fitzpatrick skin type scale as a reference ((https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK263438/)).
- Warm undertones (yellow, olive) suit cooler pigments (ash brown).
- Cool undertones (pink, reddish) suit warmer pigments (golden, caramel browns).
- Depth of Color:
- Darker skin requires deeper pigment tones for lasting clarity and avoiding ashy results.
Factors Influencing Pigment Selection
- Client Consultation:
- Always review the client’s natural brow color, skin tone, and desired outcome.
- Allergy and Sensitivity Testing:
- Patch test is recommended to rule out reactions, especially with iron-oxide-based pigments.
- Healing and Fading Predictors:
- Lighter pigments fade faster; skin type, aftercare, and sun exposure influence endurance.
Color Corrections and Neutralizers
- Correction Tools:
- Use color theory to counteract old pigment undertones (e.g., orange correctors to neutralize blue/gray).
- Layering Pigments:
- Gradual pigment layering prevents unnatural results and allows tailored adjustments.
Safety and Compliance
- Regulation and Certification:
- Opt for pigments certified for cosmetic tattoo use. Follow local and international guidelines (e.g., REACH, FDA).
- Ingredient Transparency:
- Choose reputable brands with full-ingredient disclosure for consistent results and compliance.
Expert Application Tips
- Small Batch Mixing:
- Blend for custom shades but record ratios for consistency in touch-ups.
- Monitor Pigment Aging:
- Discard expired or oxidized pigments; freshness preserves hue integrity.
- Education and Training:
- Stay updated with pigment science through continuous education (Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals, SPCP).
References
- (https://pmuhub.com/semi-permanent-makeup-pigments/)
- (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK263438/)
- (https://www.spcp.org/)
- (https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredients)
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How long does the ink typically last in the skin ?
On average, our pigments last about 1-5 years without fading, depending on the clients individual differences and the depth of the tattoo operation.
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How should I choose a numbing product? Order of use and recommendations?
Generally speaking, we recommend choosing numbing products based on your operating experience, usage habits, treatment stage, treatment area, and applicable population. Here are some tips for choosing numbing products.
1. Treatment stage: Before treatment: tattoo numb cream/tattoo numb essence; During treatment: secondary tattoo numb essence
2. Treatment area: Eyebrows: tattoo numb cream/tattoo numb essence/eyebrow patch; Eyeliner: numbing cream; Lips: tattoo numb cream/numbing essence/lip patch; Body: tattoo numb cream.
3. Operating experience: Beginner: tattoo numb cream; Professional: all are okay
4. Applicable skin: Normal skin: all are okay; Sensitive skin: nano numb cream
Nano cream
Do your tattoo numb products turn brown? How should they be stored?
Because the tattoo numb product is formulated with a lidocaine and procaine base, it must be stored in a cool, light-proof place. Excessive room temperature, exposure to sunlight, or failure to seal the cap after opening may result in discoloration and deterioration of the product, which may result in loss of the numbing effect.
Here are some instruction for you:
1. Keep tattoo numb numbing cream in cool place and avoid sunlight.
2. After open, please close the lid as soon as possible, make sure that you have already close it tightly.
3. For a better effect to prevent the open cream / essence get touch with the air, you can cover with a plastic film on the tube port, then close with lid.
4. Numb nuts cream for tattoo can also be stored in the crisper section of the refrigerator if you are experiencing hot weather.
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Easy to do by myself?
Yes, you could use by yourself DIY at home.
Super numb
Which is better, numbing cream or numbing essence?
In terms of penetration speed, numbing essence penetrates the skin faster than numbing cream and takes effect faster, but it has higher requirements for the operator and needs to avoid the numbing liquid from flowing into the eyes. For new beginners and semi permanent eye makeup tattoo treatment, we recommend using numbing cream.
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