At Permanent Effects, we bring over three decades of expertise to permanent makeup. Our unique method employs a gentle approach for superior application and color retention. We collaborate with a pharmacist to create an industry-leading topical anesthetic. Our pigments are renowned for their longevity and color stability, ensuring lasting results for our clients.

Permanent makeup doesn’t wash off, but it does soften gradually. Longevity depends on your skin, sun exposure, skincare (especially retinoids/acids), pigment color, and placement. Typical refresh timelines at Permanent Effects:

• Brows: touch-up about every 2 years
• Eyeliner: generally 4–5 years
• Lip color / lip blush: generally 4–5 years
• Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP): refresh about every 3–6 years

We offer special pricing for touch-ups to help you maintain your look.

Healing: Right after your procedure, we apply a protective ointment. The area will look darker for a few days, then lightly flake as dead skin naturally exfoliates. Keep the area clean and dry, avoid sweating, sun, pools, and makeup on the site, and don’t pick. Most surface healing takes 7–14 days; the true color settles by 4–6 weeks, and we schedule a follow up visit at 4–6 weeks.

With a qualified artist and proper hygiene, permanent makeup is very safe—and most clients report only minimal discomfort.

Safety at Permanent Effects (Scottsdale & Phoenix):

Our gentle technique keeps you comfortable while ensuring precise placement. We use sterile, single-use needles that are disposed of after each use. Our EU-compliant pigments are formulated for facial and scalp use, and we custom-mix colors to suit your skin tone and goals. You’ll go home with clear aftercare instructions for clean, quick healing.

Comfort During Your Appointment:

Most people describe the sensation as light scratching or pressure. We apply medical-grade topical anesthetics before and throughout the procedure, and our small-gauge needles plus a gentle technique help keep you comfortable—many clients relax or even nap.

Yes—we have extensive experience in correcting permanent makeup on brows, eyeliner, and lips. At your consultation we assess color and shape, then discuss neutralizing unwanted tones (such as pink/red or grey/blue eyebrows.) We may recommend lightening first if pigment is very dark or has migrated. Please note that additional charges may apply for correction services.

No. SMP does not damage follicles and doesn’t cause additional hair loss; it camouflages thinning by replicating the look of hair follicles at the scalp surface.

SMP is long-lasting and fades gradually. Most clients book a touch-up every 3–6 years to keep the shade and hairline crisp; some prefer earlier refreshers sooner if they want a very sharp look or have higher sun exposure, oilier skin, or use exfoliating/retinoid skincare. Limiting sun and using SPF helps results last longer. At Permanent Effects, we offer special pricing for refreshers and can recommend timing during your check-in

Most clients need 2–3 sessions spaced about two weeks apart (occasionally a fourth for fine-tuning). Sessions are typically a few hours each.

Yes—SMP can often be lightened or removed with modern pico/ND:YAG lasers, but it usually requires multiple sessions. Always treat SMP as a long-term decision.

With proper hairline design, dot size, spacing, and color matching, SMP looks very realistic—even up close. Keeping the scalp matte (not shiny) helps the “follicle” dots read like natural stubble.

Yes. Permanent Effects offers complimentary consultations for both permanent makeup and scalp micropigmentation. We start with a brief phone call to answer your questions; from there, you can either book your appointment or schedule an in-person consultation. Call 480-284-6240 to reserve your complimentary consultation.