Permanent makeup is a booming trend because of its numerous perks. A career in permanent makeup is a lucrative one and more and more people are taking this path. It does not take too much time to learn, the investment quickly pays off and it is very high in demand.
If you are considering starting your own business in the permanent makeup industry, here is what you need to know.
Quality training is the most important
Choose the skill you want to master. The most popular pmu treatment at the moment is microblading and prestigious pmu academies are offering their live and online microblading courses. Invest in quality training and learn from professionals. It will take you up to 6 months to master the skill and get a certificate.
Live Courses
Live training usually lasts for a couple of days, after which you continue learning online. Live courses cover the theoretical and practical part. They are good because you get to learn side by side the best in the business and they are open for all of your questions. Also, they usually give you the chance to practice on live models. You get the certificate after you complete the training.
Online Courses
The best online microblading course should cover everything you need to know about the procedure – microblading technique, brow anatomy, skin types, tools and equipment, safety etc. It needs to be informative and include theory and practical parts in the form of videos.
With an online course, you learn at your own pace, you can rewatch the videos and practice as much as you want before you pass it. Every training will provide you with a certificate in the end and that is your ticket to enter the permanent makeup world.
How to choose the best training?
If you are not sure how to choose a good microblading course, the best thing is to do a thorough research. If you would prefer to attend a live training, find out which are being held in your area and which are the best. Ask for recommendations online and read reviews.
The advantage of an online course is that you can learn from the top professionals, even if their courses are not available in your area. You don’t have to travel miles to learn from top professionals – their online courses are usually of the same quality as live ones.
Licensing is the next step
Licensing requirements vary from state to state. Get informed about the requirements in your country. Sometimes, only certification from an accredited school is enough for state licensure. The certificate you get after completing your training is the most valuable document.
In some countries, laws are much stricter and the requirements include passing the state exam. They usually require you to complete an apprenticeship program that needs to include about 100 hours of practice. Most reputable permanent makeup academies involve the apprenticeship program in their courses.
Most states require you complete the health and safety training as well as bloodborne pathogen training, before you apply for the license.
Practice, practice, practice
Learning a skill is never an easy process and requires patience and hours of practice. First, you practice on fake skin and latex until your perfect strokes and shape. You will have to do this during your course and even after until you are satisfied and confident enough to work with real skin.
If you take an online course, you will submit your homework and they will give you further instructions for improving your work. You can also find online pmu support groups and ask more experienced artists for tips.
Once you perfect your skills, it is time to work on real people. It is not easy to get the first clients – nobody will come to you if you have no experience. So, your first models should be members of your family and friends. If you do a good job, they will be your best advertisement. They will recommend you to their contacts and that is how you start building your clientele.
Conclusion
Becoming a permanent makeup artist requires a lot of devotion and hard work. Every beginning is difficult, but the most important thing is to get the best education and work on improving your skills until you become the best
