The PMU industry is constantly evolving, and one thing I’ve learned is that there is no single “right” way to run a business. We have to create systems that support our artistry, our clients, and the experience we want to provide. For years, cosmetic tattooing followed the standard model of an initial appointment with a complimentary 6-week touch-up. I tried this early in my microblading years, and I quickly realized it didn’t align with the level of artistry and care I wanted to provide. The...

Preparation Retinoids, retinols, tretinoin and medically prescribed topicals It's recommended to avoid retinoids and medically prescribed...

Microblading is a buzzword in the beauty industry, but customers are catching on to the disadvantages. Microblading is a commonly searched word on the internet for cosmetic tattooing of eyebrows. Everyone is obsessed with the look of hair strokes because it looks so natural until it's not. Hair strokes, whether microbladed or created with a single needle, will have more disadvantages long term if "overdone." There are a few reasons why hair strokes will become problematic for the technician...