Permanent eyeliner aka Permanent Lash Enhancement is one of our favorite treatments. With many styles like smokey, slightly winged, or soft shaded, it’s a subtle, beautiful, and timeless enhancement when done correctly. But like any cosmetic procedure, it’s not without its risks and we believe in helping you make informed decisions. We recently came across a public social media post that perfectly illustrates two common issues we want to bring to your attention. (This is not our work—we’re simply using it as a teaching moment.) Issue #1: Pigment Migration The first issue in the image is pigment that has migrated outside the corner of the eyeliner. This typically happens when tattooing is done too close to the outer corner of the eye (the outer canthus). Placement matters. Knowing the “safe zones” around the eye is essential. Tattooing into the corners of the eyes or past the last lash line is a basic no-go and it’s something every trained PMU artist should know, but unfortunately, not all do. To help you understand what to watch for: We never tattoo the waterline. It’s simply too close to the eye and EXTREMELY risky. The area contains delicate oil glands that, if damaged, can cause permanent dry eye. We also avoid tattooing the inner and outer corners of the eye for similar reasons: the skin is too thin, and the risk of pigment migration is VERY high. This is due to the capillaries being very close to the surface and the high risk of pigment entering the capillaries. This risk is high in mature or sun damaged skin. If you have very visible or raised capillaries, it may limit design options, but a skilled artist will guide you toward the safest, most flattering look. Issue #2: A Poor Attempt at Correction The second problem we noticed was how the original mistake was being “corrected.” Unfortunately, the technician attempted to cover the migrated black ink with skin-colored pigment - a decision that causes more problems than it solves. Why is this a bad idea? Skin-toned pigments contain titanium dioxide, a white substance used to create opacity in ink. While it may look fine at first, over time it mixes with the old black ink, and what you’re left with is a milky green mess that becomes more obvious as the tattoo fades and ages. Think: murky, blotchy, and impossible to fully remove. Unlike layers of makeup, ink doesn’t sit on top of the skin—it moves within it, and the body naturally tries to break it down over time. Even worse, titanium dioxide is notoriously difficult to remove. In large amounts, it can appear chalky or “cottage cheese”–like under the skin. If anyone suggests this as a cover-up method, it’s best to walk away—quickly. Final Thoughts We’re not sharing this to scare you, only to empower you. Tattooed eyeliner can be absolutely stunning and truly life-changing, but only in the hands of a knowledgeable, well-trained artist. Ask questions. Do your research. Trust your instincts. When done right, this treatment enhances your eyes in the most elegant, effortless way. Choose wisely and you’ll love the results for years to come. 💫

As many of you know, Jess underwent two major spinal surgeries last Thursday but she is doing well. She will return to the studio Tuesday to take care of you beauties! Please bear with us as her recovery and time required off work is actually 3-6 months. Her appointments are extended by 45 minutes until further notice. If you feel that you need a quicker appointment, please book with Kristina. Thank you for all the phone calls and cards. We sincerely appreciate your love!!❤️

All permanent makeup goes through several different stages as your skin heals. It’s not uncommon for clients to get freaked out when one morning they wake to find their PMU is looking weird...or has gone MIA. PMU = Permanent Makeup 😉 If your permanent lash enhancement or eyeliner becomes very light at some point during the healing process, this is a normal part of pigment settling & skin healing in 99% of the cases. The permanent eyeliner healing process entails several stages: Initially your PMU may look very dark Next, a thin film will form over the PMU once the injured skin starts to heal. As the flakes of epidermis detach, the pigment beneath will look Over the next few weeks, the pigment will darken again. (**This takes longer for 50-90 year old clients than 20-40 year old clients as the skin cycle lengthens as we age) Your personal timeline might be slightly different, & the saturation/color shifts may be more or less dramatic. Not everyone will flake if the skin has been worked with extreme care. Two main reasons for the Milk Skin Phase/Ghosting Phase of permanent eyeliner: Some of the pigment that is more superficial flakes away & new skin that closes up the punctures made with the needles looks very light. After, and during, a PMU session, the skin oozes lymph fluid as a response to the injury to the skin. The lymph fluid combines with blood, & since pigments are also a liquid, they also combine. When will it end? Most clients say that their PMU looks the lightest around day 10. From that point it will gradually darken back up, so it’s impossible to say exactly when the ghosting stage will end as it's a gradual process & depends a lot on age/immune system/healing of client. The PMU will reveal the final results by day 40. At this point you can have an accurate picture how the results have healed, and how much pigment you have retained. Now you can get your 6-8 week touch up. Due to the skin of eyelids (and lips) being so thin, there is only much area for pigment to be implanted. It is not uncommon to lose 30% to 60% of the color on the first application. Layering pigment in multiple session is preferred rather than overworking the skin. Only 3 passes are done to avoid excessive trauma to the skin.(overworking can also inhibit pigment from staying in the skin) The PMU will appear softer when completely healed because the color will be seen through the layers of the skin. At the touch up, any areas that healed lighter can be retouched & you can also go darker if you feel the healed results are too light. ***very very rarely a client will have retention problems. This can be due to a multitude of factors. We will assess this at the touchup appointment & make adjustments to improve retention**

LUXX Beauty & Brow is one of the highest rated microblading, permanent makeup, & aesthetic studios in Jacksonville & Los Angeles. Offering beauties revolutionary aesthetic treatments such as microblading, permanent lip blushing, permanent lash line enhancement, fibroblast skin tightening & DMK Enzyme Therapy facials. Never underestimate the power of a great brow Thank You!! #BESTINJAX THANK YOU, once again, to our amazing clients for naming LUXX Beauty & Brow Best in Jacksonville 2023 ! We are truly honored to offer microblading, permanent makeup, and pharmaceutical-grade skin to our wonderful communities in Jacksonville, Florida | Los Angeles, California | Louisville, Kentucky Be sure to check us out in the May issue of Jacksonville Magazine! Your support means the world to us!

LUXX Beauty & Brow Bar is one of the highest rated microblading & permanent makeup studios in the south east. Offering revolutionary aesthetic treatments such as microblading & fibroblast skin tightening. Meet Us Jessie @luxxbbb Master Microblading Artist, Master Permanent Makeup Artist, Microblading Instructor, Licensed Aesthetician, Licensed Tattoo Artist, Jacksonville, FL | Los Angeles, CA | Seoul, South Korea LUXX Beauty & Brow owner, Jessie, is an award winning permanent makeup artist & owner of LUXX. She first trained in PMU Jero Accardi's 'Hollywood Permanent Makeup' in Miami, FL in 2000, while simultaneously attending cosmetology school at Paul Mitchell in Louisville, KY as well as Abbot Academy in St.Louis, MO. She received training & certification as a PMU instructor with Jero Accardi in 2004 & travels the country educating women with LUXX Beauty Academy. She is passionate about empowering others and focuses on real world teaching & thorough results driven instruction. All the tips, tricks, & personal experience that she has gained in her own practice & exploration. Jessie has trained with some of the industries top artist & holds over 40 PMU certifications. She is a licensed tattoo artist & licensed aesthetician in Florida, Kentucky, California, Arizona, & Tennessee. She is bicoastal & accepts clients in Jacksonville & Los Angeles. CALL US p. 1-904-878-3407 This phone number does not receive texts If you have a question - please call. **I am a small business of ONE - If I am with a client or not in the studio then I am unable to answer at that time. Please leave a message with your name, phone number, and the reason for calling - so that I may return your call. REMINDER: All appointments can be booked online. If you require booking over the phone, please have a credit/debit card on hand for the deposit** VISIT US Open by appointment only! Available: M-F: 9am - 3pm S-S: 6am - 2pm **hours vary by week & location** If you are able to make an appointment then we are open . If you need after hours accommodation, please contact. WRITE US Booking@luxxbb.com Please email any photos of previous work you’ve had done. LUXX - Jacksonville, Florida Address 8384 Baymeadows Road, Suite 12 Jacksonville, FL 32256 Phone 1-904-878-34 07 Email booking@luxxbb.co m Hours Monday - Sunda y: appointment only Parking ✨ When arriving, please find building 8384 in the rear of the Centurion Shopping Center (each building has a front & back side) ✨Look for Suite #12 - the only door with 3 palm trees growing in front. 🌴🌴🌴 ✨ Free parking in lot LUXX - Los Angeles , California Address 910 Garfield Ave Venice, CA 90292 Phone 1-904-878-3407 Email booking@lux xbb.com Hours Monday - Sunday: appointment only Parking ✨ Building is on the corner of Garfield & Abbot Kinney ✨ Please take advantage of any free on street parking ✨ Locate sign that says SkinPro ✨ Please arrive at time of appointment Guest Spots June-August 2022 LUXX - 서울 강남구 Address O 서울특별시 강남구 테헤란로 48길 44 대한민국 (성진빌딩) 06166 Phone 1-904-878-3407 Email booking@luxxbb.com Hours 약속만 Parking ✨ Free parking on street November-December 2023 LUXX - O'ahu, Hawaii Address O'ahu, HI 96759 Phone 1-904-878-3407 Email booking@luxxbb.com Hours Monday - Sunda y: appointment only Parking ✨ Free parking on street