How Permanent Makeup Is Evolving: Trending Supplies & Techniques
The permanent makeup industry is constantly evolving. While the core techniques often stay consistent, new products are regularly hitting the market, offering PMU artists more precision, comfort, and creativity than ever before.
As a PMU artist, staying current is key to standing out in a saturated industry. The best ways to stay ahead include investing in ongoing education, attending industry events, and building strong connections with fellow artists. By keeping up with permanent makeup trends and innovations, you can continue offering flawless results to your clients.
Read on for tips on the latest PMU supplies, including machines, pigments, and cartridges, as well as trending techniques and treatments; everything you need to know to continue creating flawless looks for your clients.
Trending PMU Supplies
Each PMU artist will have their preferred go-to supplies, but there are some cartridges, machines and pigments that we see many artists using over and over.
Peak Stellar cartridges feature super sharp needles that reduce trauma to the skin as well as an anti-wobble design that allows for better control and precision when implanting pigment. The unique identification system makes for an easier and smoother set-up, and with a range of configurations to choose from, they are perfect for different PMU treatments, including lip blush, brows, areola, and scalp micropigmentation.
Kwadron is known for creating high-quality cartridges specifically for permanent makeup treatments, including the PMU Optima, PMU Optima PLUS, and PMU Optima Gold. Each features super sharp needles and have been designed to offer precision, stability, and smooth pigment implantation. Available in a range of configurations, they offer versatility and can be used for different PMU treatments.
The Flux S Max is available in a range of stroke options, including the 2.5mm and 4.5mm, so you can choose whichever best suits the treatments you offer. The ergonomic design makes it more comfortable to hold, ideal for longer sessions, and the display system gives you all the information you need during your session.
The Mast Tour is a beginner-friendly machine featuring a versatile 3.5mm stroke length which is ideal for various PMU treatments. It’s also lightweight, compact, easy-to-use and compatible with universal cartridges.
Perma Blend is known for creating long-lasting and vibrant pigments suitable for different treatments and their LUXE collection is EU REACH-compliant. They have created a range of sets in collaboration with renowned PMU artists, including the Embody and Enhance sets with Carla Ricciardone, the Restore and Reclaim sets with Stevey G. and the Ombre Brows Set with Paulina Osinkowska.
Pro Nouveau is a range of EU REACH-compliant PMU pigments from Intenze Tattoo Ink. They have various sets designed for creating a range of looks, from soft, lip blush looks and bold, defined brow hair strokes to scar and stretchmark camouflage and areola restoration.
Trending Techniques & Treatments
Permanent makeup treatments have continued to gain popularity for their natural-looking results and long-lasting benefits.
- Microblading or Machine Brows
Both the microblading and machine method aim to make natural enhancements to the appearance of the eyebrows, but the techniques and results differ. Microblading uses a manual tool to create fine, hair-like strokes. Machine brows use a digital device to implant pigment. Popular machine techniques include powder brows, ombré brows, and nano brows, allowing for different densities and finishes depending on the client’s goals.
Both options deliver beautiful, tailored results but the method you use will depend on the look and finish your client wants.
- Lip Blush & Aquarelle Lips
Lip blush adds a sheer tint to the lips, improving the shape, colour, and symmetry for a subtle look. It can be softer or bolder depending on the pigment and technique used. The aquarelle lips technique creates a watercolour-effect for a soft, blended finish that enhances the natural lip shape and colour.
- Areola, Scar Coverage & Scalp Micropigmentation
These are both restorative treatments with areola restoration and scar camouflage treatments blending pigments into the skin to mimic natural tones and textures and scalp micropigmentation creating the illusion of fuller hair by replicating tiny hair follicles on the scalp.
As the industry continues to grow, staying updated on the latest permanent makeup trends is more important than ever. By staying ahead, you can ensure you continue to improve as an artist and create beautiful PMU for clients.
