FAQ

What is SofTap permanent make up?

The SofTap method is the most natural looking form of permanent cosmetics.
The patented Comfort System tools are designed to give you, the client, maximum comfort and the completely natural look that we are known for.
Permanent make up is a great alternative to everyday application and a great way to emphasize natural beauty.

Yes, this careful hand method of application assures absolute control during the procedure, no work is done by machine.
All application implements are FDA approved and specifically designed for the face.
For your protection, the sanitized implements are used only once and then discarded.

During all procedures a highly effective topical anesthetic is used to make clients as comfortable as possible.
While it may be slightly sensitive at times, most clients experience no pain. Many find the experience rather relaxing.

First and foremost we take in to account your natural coloring, skin tone, hair color, brow hair color and eye color to choose the pigment color that will best enhance your natural beauty.
All the pigments used are hypoallergenic proven safe and effective since 1988. Only the highest quality and purest ingredients are used to manufacture these natural pigments to create beautiful, natural looking colors that blend uniquely with each woman’s skin tone giving her the best color to enhance her natural beauty.

Technically, permanent cosmetics procedures are considered permanent because the color is implanted into the dermal layer of the skin and cannot be washed off. However, over time it may fade and soften.

Permanent cosmetics will never wash away or smear. However, through the years it may fade and soften in color.
With proper care, your procedure can hold its color for up to 5 years
If necessary, the desired color can be maintained and enhanced with an occasional touch up.

EVERYONE who desires a soft and natural enhancement of their appearance.
WOMEN who want to look their best all the time, even when they wake up.
MOTHERS and other busy professionals who don’t have time for makeup.
PHYSICALLY ACTIVE people who want to look their best throughout activities such as swimming, hiking, biking, tennis, aerobics, and don’t want to worry about “Sweating off” or reapplying cosmetics.
VISUALLY IMPAIRED people who have a hard time putting on makeup without glasses.
MOTOR IMPAIRED people such as multiple sclerosis, stroke survivors, and those with unsteady hands who cannot apply their own makeup.
People with ALLERGIES and SENSITIVE SKIN who often cannot wear mascara and makeup.

Each procedure varies, eyeliner and eyebrow procedures take approximately one hour each and lip procedures take about 2 hours. The more area to cover, the longer the procedure will take. This time also includes numbing, drawing on your shape and discussing color choices.

It is necessary for several reasons. One is due to the condition of the skin. Each skin type is different. Some skin types are thicker and healthier and more pigment will be retained in one session.
Also, fine details, additional color depth, or design adjustments are easily made after the initial healing is complete. A follow-up visit is usually scheduled, if only to meet to discuss the healed outcome of the procedure, and agree that no further work is necessary. However, discuss all these concerns with your technician.
Typically it takes a total of at least 2, possibly 3 applications, 2 weeks apart, to achieve the desired outcome.

When you are choosing a technician, do so carefully by considering their training, experience, and request to view photos of their previous work.
Not only is the color important, but so is the shape and proper placement during the procedure as well. The desired look is achieved by open discussion with the technician and can some times take up to two or three sessions to accomplish.
Choose some one who is honest with you, willing to give you the information you want and puts you at ease about the process.

All the pigments are soft and natural, designed for everyday natural make up but more dramatic looks are possible if desired.
Permanent cosmetics are designed to enhance a woman’s natural beauty. We have many examples of Ashley’s work in our Photo Gallery.