PMU
permanent make-up

PMU stands for semi permanent make-up , It is also called micropigmentation ,microshading . Contrary to what the name suggests, it is not permanent, but semi-permanent. The pigment fades over time in 1-3 years. The process of the treatment is similar to tattooing, as both techniques involve applying pigment to the skin. The differences are that tattoos are placed in a deeper layer of skin than PMU and that the pigment used in PMU is specially made to fade slowly in 1-3 years. This is important because the skin on our face changes a lot, especially as we get older. As a result, PMU/SPMU, which was initially installed nicely, would gradually ‘displace’. PMU is therefore semi-permanent – ​​so that you are flexible and remain in what you choose. Restrictions:

If you fall into any of the categories below, it is not safe for you to get the treatment:

People with diabetes (only with doctor’s approval)

People who are undergoing chemotherapy.

People with any bleeding disorders

People who take blood thinning medications (consults your doctor and see if you can pause the meds)

People who’ve recently had Botox injections or fillers in the area (wait at least 2 weeks before you get your brows tattooed)

People with viral infections or diseases

People with skin irritations, Rosacea, or Psoriasis near the treated area.

People whose skin was tanned recently.rff5tv

Microblading is a form of permanent makeup or as it’s often referred to: semi-permanent makeup where the pigment particles are placed in the skin of an eyebrow area, giving it the appearance of real hairs. You will also come across names like: Hyper Brows, 3D Hairstrokes, Nano Brows, Nano Blading. A Permanent Makeup Artist uses a microblade—a handheld tool with very fine needles— to draw each outline of hair and deposit the correct color pigment in the skin. The color effect will help provide the look of fuller brows.

Powder /Ombre Powder Brows is a form of semi permanent makeup (PMU) to faking fuller eyebrows that look totally natural which might just be the hassle-free solution to spending hours pencilling in your eyebrows only to get the shape so completely wrong. (After care treatment after 5-8 weeks included) Stays up to 1–3 years
Ombre Brows is a form of permanent makeup or as it’s often referred to: semi-permanent makeup which the most obvious difference between powder and ombre is about the beginning of the eyebrows. With Ombré brows, the base of the eyebrows is shaded lighter with darker towards the tips, which gives it a nice overflow but also looks very soft and natural.
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Lip Blush at JustBrows Amsterdam is a form of semi permanent makeup (PMU) that enhances your natural lip colour, gently defines the lip contour and helps even out uneven pigmentation. Rather than creating a strong lipstick effect, we focus on soft, natural results that complement your features. Our PMU specialists carefully select the right shade based on your skin tone, natural lip colour and personal preferences.

The treatment gives your lips a fresh, naturally tinted appearance without the need for daily lipstick. Lip Blush typically lasts around 1 to 3 years, depending on your skin, lifestyle and aftercare, and gradually fades over time. The colour appears more intense immediately after treatment and softens during healing. A touch up may be recommended to perfect the final result.
For natural Lip Blush and lip pigmentation in Amsterdam, visit JustBrows on Haarlemmerdijk, close to the Jordaan and Amsterdam Centrum.
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Lash Line PMU at Just Brows is a subtle form of semi-permanent eyeliner designed to make your natural lashes appear darker, fuller and more defined. The pigment is carefully placed between the lash roots, creating soft intensity without the look of a visible eyeliner line. This treatment can be applied to the upper lash line, lower lash line or both, depending on your preferred result. It gently opens and brightens the eyes, adds definition and gives you a naturally polished look every day without the need for daily eye makeup. A touch-up treatment after 5–8 weeks is included to perfect the final result.

Stays up to 1-3 years Semi permanent eye liner not only opens, widens and brightens the eye area, it also gives an illusion of thick and voluminous lashes and more definition to the eye.

FAQ

Microblading creates individual strokes that resemble the eyebrow hairs, while powder brows create tiny dots to achieve a misty, powder-filled brow. By doing so, the result resembles the look of makeup application that includes a shade underneath the hairs.
What is powder brows’ advantage over microblading is the fact that powder brows last a bit longer than microblading, which is typically around 18 months on average, without touch ups.
The choice between microblading vs powder brows comes down to which style you prefer.
It’s good to know that the powder brow technique can be combined with microblading. The effect that this combination creates is powder microblading, or combo brows – very fine hair strokes filled in with a smooth shading for enhanced brows.
“This is a complicated question, to which there is no unambiguous answer.
All people experience pain differently, so the degree to which PMU is experienced as unpleasant is different for everyone. To reduce the pain, you can apply an anesthetic gel/cream, which locally numbs the skin slightly.
Fortunately, you only experience it during the treatment and it is therefore short-lived!” In short: don’t let (the fear of) pain with PMU stop you – this is all negotiable and can be significantly reduced during treatment.

What Is the Difference Between Microblading and Powder Brows?

Microblading creates individual strokes that resemble the eyebrow hairs, while powder brows create tiny dots to achieve a misty, powder-filled brow. By doing so, the result resembles the look of makeup application that includes a shade underneath the hairs.
What is powder brows’ advantage over microblading is the fact that powder brows last a bit longer than microblading, which is typically around 18 months on average, without touch ups.
The choice between microblading vs powder brows comes down to which style you prefer.

Can Microblading Be Combined with Powder Brows?

It’s good to know that the powder brow technique can be combined with microblading.
The effect that this combination creates is powder microblading, or combo brows – very fine hair strokes filled in with a smooth shading for enhanced brows.

Does PMU hurt?

“This is a complicated question, to which there is no unambiguous answer.
All people experience pain differently, so the degree to which PMU is experienced as unpleasant is different for everyone.
To reduce the pain, you can apply an anesthetic gel/cream, which locally numbs the skin slightly.

Fortunately, you only experience it during the treatment and it is therefore short-lived!”

In short: don’t let (the fear of) pain with PMU stop you – this is all negotiable and can be significantly reduced during treatment.