Permanent Makeup Application Equipment for Trained Permanent Cosmetic Professionals
Permanent cosmetics can be a little intimidating, and not just for the person who is receiving the treatment. The permanent cosmetic technician can be under a bit of pressure. The results are--for better or worse--permanently displayed, usually on someone's face. Many permanent cosmetic professionals tell newbies that practicing on people is the only way to get any better.
Choose a Permanent Cosmetics Machine for Confidence
One thing that may put your mind at ease is your confidence in the permanent cosmetic equipment you use. Consider a training program that lets you shop around before choosing your preferred method for training, as recommended by training guidelines from the Society for Permanent Cosmetics Professionals (SPCP). You have four modalities from which to choose:
- Manual method. This method requires only a hand tool and has no motorized components. Essentially, it's a needle with a handle. These tools are very affordable and some technicians feel like they have more control and don't need to worry about mechanical failure impacting their procedures. Single-use, disposable hand tools are available, as well.
- Technicians originally trained using the manual method: 27 percent
- Technicians currently using the manual method: 32 percent
- Coil machine. This familiar-looking device is the classic tattoo machine. It first emerged as the double coil machine with electromagnets in 1899. At least fourteen different variations have been made, with improvements such as tube vices, a power switch, adjustable needle depth, and more.
- Technicians originally trained on the coil: 33 percent
- Technicians currently using the coil machine: 27 percent
- Rotary pen machine. This device has been around for twenty years and is popular because it is smaller and lighter than the coil. In addition to being a less intimidating tool, it has some disposable parts, which makes for faster services and easier sanitation.
- Technicians originally trained on the rotary: 39 percent
- Technicians currently using the rotary machine: 38 percent
- Digital machine. The newest modality is also the most expensive. Cosmetic technicians who prefer this machine say that it has more power and is more precise. It has more simplified components than the coil, and some models have a one-piece needle and needle cap, which lowers the risk of contamination. Additionally, some digital machines can correct permanent cosmetics and remove tattoos.
- Technicians originally trained on the digital: 14 percent
- Technicians currently using the digital machine: 31 percent
No matter which device or devices you ultimately train with, the SPCP recommends at least 100 hours of training on a particular type of machine. You should also choose an experienced trainer who is nationally certified and is available to you as a resource after you finish your permanent cosmetics training program.
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