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Today and Tomorrow Considerations
It is difficult to imagine putting your facial features
in fast forward in order to determine what, if anything
will be different about your permanent
cosmetics as your face continues to mature. This
is rarely questioned at the consultation for permanent
cosmetics because we have the tendency to think of having
our permanent cosmetics look fresh, day and night, as
we look today. It is however, a very important factor
when deciding on design and color selections for permanent
cosmetic procedures. Assuming you have selected a well-
trained technician for your service, permanent cosmetics
services today need not be a fear factor for the future.
When considering the natural progression of age and
the longevity of the positive appearance of your permanent
cosmetics, the most important issues are proper placement
and design of your procedure. If not properly placed
with the future effects of gravity taken into consideration,
your procedures could very well not be as attractive
as you had hoped. Conversely, proper placement and classic
(rather than trendy) designs and colors, can ensure
that you will enjoy the pleasure of a fresh face and
youthful appearance for many years to come.
Eyebrow designs
The eyebrow design should be placed in the area where
your natural eyebrows grow, or used to grow. If you
are pursuing an eyebrow procedure to enhance your own
eyebrow hair that is extremely light, following your
own natural eyebrow placement is critical. Your new
eyebrows, or enhancements to your existing eyebrows,
will then age naturally along with the skin that in
which it is placed. Some women, however, prefer to draw
their eyebrow tails slightly above the bone. To consider
this design proper for a permanent cosmetic eyebrow
procedure may or may not be a good decision depending
on whether you would consider cosmetic surgery such
as an eyebrow lift
in the future. Higher exaggerations of the tail of the
eyebrows may work for those who never intend on having
plastic surgery, but this is not recommended if there
is a chance that you may want to pursue surgical modifications
to your face.
There are many different techniques employed to create
a natural eyebrow design. Some clients prefer a similar
appearance to that which is produced by their eyebrow
pencil. This is called a "powered eyebrow design".
Some clients specifically request a "hairline stroke
design". This is the simulation of multiple hairs
in a specific design area that implies movement such
as real eyebrow hair provides. This is an advanced technique
and clients desiring hairline stroke eyebrows should
consult with a qualified technician before proceeding.
Many clients and technicians see merit in the combination
of a soft powered eyebrow technique with strategically
placed hairline strokes, normally in the bulb area to
compliment the client's thin hair growth in that area.
There are many artful techniques to choose from.
Top Eyeliner Designs
When considering a permanent cosmetic top eyeliner
design, the best choice for the long term is pigment
placed in and directly above the lash line. This design
also gives the most options for using topical makeup
for special occasions when a more dramatic appearance
is desired. Often mature women feel wider eyeliner on
the upper eyelids will compensate for the faltering
affects of excess eyelid skin. This is usually not recommended,
unless heavy eyeliner has always been worn. Most importantly,
as eyelid surgery
becomes increasingly popular, the potential for surgical
removal of excess eyelid skin must be taken into consideration.
If eyelid surgery in the future is a possibility, the
removal of the excess skin will cause a wide eyeliner
to appear even wider. If conservative eyeliner enhancements
and top liners close to the top eyelashes are applied,
your permanent cosmetic top eyeliner should not pose
any challenges for a cosmetic surgeon.
One of the most ill-advised top eyeliner designs is
the exaggerated extension of the eyeliner tails far
past the last eyelash of the outer corner of each eye.
What may give you the illusion of a "lift"
or eye width extension in that area at the initial time
of your procedure may in time appear misplaced, uneven,
and/or partially or totally hidden in the excess skin
that affects the corners of the eyes.
Lower Eyeliner Designs
The same principles apply to lower eyeliner, however
there are several surgical technique options that could
have an effect on lower eyeliners. Keep your design
conservative and placement directly beneath the lower
eyelashes. If in doubt, work with your client's surgeon
to determine the best method of proceeding. As the skin
in that area ages, your lower eyeliner will remain in
its original placement. In the event surgical removal
of excess skin beneath the eye is elected, depending
on the technique utilized, at the most, you may need
a touchup to restore the integrity of the original design.
Lip Design and Color Selections
The same thoughtful consideration must be given to lip
liner placement. If placed properly, permanent cosmetic
lip liner can actually detract from noticeable wrinkles
on and directly above the lips. In order to slightly
enhance the size of the lips and give the appearance
of fuller lips or lip
augmentation, the lip liner can tastefully be placed
adjacent to the vermilion border, however the texture
of the natural vermilion border is thicker and more
noticeable than the thin tissue of the rest of the lip.
As a result you will always see a lip within a lip if
the lip liner is not placed on or directly above the
natural vermilion border of the lip.
When choosing the color for your permanent lipstick,
there are several factors to keep in mind. Over time
the lips become less plump and small or large lines
appear. As the lips decrease in size due to the aging
process, the color may appear inconsistent. Where there
is more wrinkling in the lip, the brighter colors will
appear denser and thus, darker than other areas that
are less wrinkled. Consider a soft, more natural lip
color for your lip liner and full lip colors so that
years later, when the overall configuration of your
lips has changed, your color remains complimentary and
the wrinkling less noticeable.
Summary
The primary consideration when determining permanent
cosmetic design and color specifically for yourself,
it is that you are involved with the process. Do not
agree to allowing another person to maintain complete
control over these factors. A professional, well trained
technician will routinely solicit your preferences and
do what is required to meet your standards. It is your
face, and you, your family and friends will be the ones
to eventually live with the results. Look forward in
time, and work toward designs and color selections,
and your permanent
cosmetic makeup will serve you well for many years
to come.
To contact Marjorie Grimm for more information, go
to her specialist
page at BeautySurg.com or directly to her website at PermanentMakeupTraining.com.
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