Clients come to the Nouveau Clinic from a variety of backgrounds, with many different goals in mind: to camouflage scars, to save time, to correct something in their appearance. All clients find one thing in common at the Nouveau Clinic a new more attractive visage. Please study the frequently asked questions below to determine whether our permanent cosmetic services are right for you.

The Nouveau Clinic currently offers the application of Powder-finish Brows (a cosmetic style brow); Paris Brows (hair simulation artistry); the Skinny Brow Fix™(a complete brow makeover for women with extremely skimpy brows or no brows at all). Additionally we offer lash line enhancement, traditional & smudgy eyeliner, eye shadow, lip liner, full lip color - and the Skinny Lip Fix™ (for overall lip shape enhancement). Our Paramedical Services include REJUVI'S "non-laser" Tattoo Removal; Stretch-mark camouflage services for women of color (covers unsightly stretch marks with your natural skin-tone color); Stretch-mark therapies for Caucasian skin; Areola re-pigmentation; Vitiligo Camouflage; Cleft Palette cosmetic correction;Scar Treatments and Wrinkle Treatments.

All procedures include a complete cosmetic consultation.

How safe is the application of Permanent Cosmetics?

According to the Center for Disease Control, permanent make-up is very safe. When permanent make-up is done under the proper conditions, there are no opportunities for disease transmission. If the technician maintains a sanitary environment, the chances of developing any type of communicable disease is almost impossible. The biggest health concerns revolve around the use of the needles. The Nouveau Clinic uses only prepackaged, pre-sterilized, disposable needles and tubes. All tattoo instruments and surfaces are sterilized according to approved industry sterilizing procedures.

Are Permanent Cosmetics really permanent?

Permanent make-up is a cosmetic tattoo process that will fade, just as a tattoo does, over a period of time. Every person is different with how well pigment holds in their skin. Additionally exposure to sun and tanning beds, exfoliation treatments, medical conditions or poor skin maintenance can significantly shorten the life of the color. Most people choose to have their permanent make-up color boosted within one to five years of the original procedure. Some can go longer before a color boost.

Are the procedures painful?

Everyone has a different tolerance level for discomfort and sensitivity. Some people experience minor discomfort during the procedures, best described as "irritation" or a slight stinging. The Nouveau Clinic uses a combination of state-of-the-art topicals to numb the treatment areas before, during and after each procedure. These work so effectively many clients actually fall asleep during their procedures.

What does the Nouveau Clinic do to insure sanitation between each client?


The Nouveau Clinic's Safety Protocol:

• Pre-sterilized disposable needles and tubes
• New pigment cup holders between clients
• New gloves between clients and throughout procedures(s)
• Barrier film or spray on communicable surfaces
• Hospital grade disinfectant wipes for tables, lamps pigment bottles and instruments
• New covers for tables and pillows
• Medical sterilization procedures for all instruments
• New wipes, gauze, cotton and swabs
• New trash can liners
• Disposable needle containment system

Will Permanent Cosmetics change or look bad as I age?

Permanent make-up will fade out over time, so your make-up ages gracefully. Loss of muscle tone or elasticity in the skin does not interfere with color retention or pigment placement.

What if I'm planning to have plastic surgery?

Permanent cosmetics are not affected adversely by today's incredible surgery procedures for partial or full facelifts. You can have your permanent make-up done prior to surgery and enjoy the benefits of not having to struggle with make-up during the healing process. Or, you can have your make-up done after your surgery as soon as your surgeon feels it is suitable and safe. You will want to make your technician aware of any procedures you are considering so they can address any concerns.

Can Permanent Cosmetics be removed or altered?

Yes. You can opt to have your permanent make-up "camouflaged" by your technician, although this is a temporary fix - or you can have your permanent make-up completely removed with a laser or by our REJUVI non-laser tattoo removal system. Another alternative is to allow the permanent make-up to simply fade away on its own over time.