This article is for artists who feel the ground shifting beneath them, for clients who want clarity in a noisy market, and for educators and regulators asking what responsible growth actually looks like. There is a quiet tension running through the permanent makeup industry right now. Some people are waiting for things to “go back […]
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Why the “Best” Technique Depends on Skin — Not Trends** The permanent makeup industry is changing. Clients are more informed.Artists are more discerning.And the market is moving away from shortcuts and hype toward something more sustainable: standards, education, and accountability. This shift matters when it comes to brows. Microblading, nano brows, and powder brows are
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Table of Contents Introduction If you’re thinking about getting your brows, lips, or eyeliner tattooed, you’ve probably typed something like this into Google: “Is permanent makeup safe?” “What are the risks?” “How do I know if an artist is qualified?” “What should I look for in a PMU studio?” You’re not wrong for asking. You
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Written by: Michelle Rukny (November 2025) ✅Let’s talk about healing like it’s 2025, not 1825. There’s a lingering myth that the “best” way to heal permanent makeup is to leave it alone, let it crust, and wear that tight scab like a badge of honour. In reality, the skin behaves much more like a picky
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Written by: Michelle Rukny (October 24th, 2025) You’ve been eyeing those flawless brow transformations, saving lip blush videos, and dreaming about waking up with makeup. But deep down, you’re still wondering… “Is permanent makeup right for me? And am I actually ready for it?” If you’re in that in-between stage—curious, but cautious—you’re not alone. Let’s
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Written by: Michelle Rukny (October 17th, 2025) Permanent makeup isn’t just an art—it’s also a profession. And as a client, you deserve more than a good pigment match or a symmetrical brow. You deserve professionalism in every part of the experience. Unfortunately, many consumers don’t realize that in the world of PMU, professionalism is not guaranteed. The industry
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Written by: Michelle Rukny (Oct 10th, 2025) Healed vs. Fresh: What Permanent Makeup Really Looks Like Weeks Later (And Why It Matters) Let’s be honest: freshly done brows, lips, or eyeliner always look amazing on Instagram. But what about after the healing process? That’s the part most people don’t see—and the part that truly reveals the skill
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How to Find a Safe, Certified Permanent Makeup Artist Near You Written by: Michelle Rukny (Oct 2nd, 2025) Permanent makeup (PMU) has changed the beauty game forever. From effortlessly full brows to smudge-proof eyeliner and naturally blushed lips—PMU can boost confidence and save precious time in your daily routine. But here’s the truth no one
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