The PMU Journal

Beauty, Explained

Honest, expert guides to permanent makeup from Kasia Marnik—so you can book your treatment feeling informed, confident, and excited.

Best Permanent Brows for Oily Skin: What Actually Lasts
Brows · Latest

Best Permanent Brows for Oily Skin: What Actually Lasts

Oily skin blurs and fades some brow techniques faster than others. Here's why it happens and which permanent brow style holds up best on oily and combination skin.

Jul 8, 20267 min read
What to Expect at Your First Permanent Makeup Appointment
Getting Started

What to Expect at Your First Permanent Makeup Appointment

Nervous about your first PMU session? Here's exactly what happens — from the consultation and mapping to the procedure and how long it all takes.

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Lip Blush vs. Lip Filler: What's the Difference?
Lips

Lip Blush vs. Lip Filler: What's the Difference?

They sound similar but do completely different things. One adds color, the other adds volume — here's how lip blush and lip filler compare, and which you actually want.

6 min readRead
Nano Brows vs. Powder Brows: Which Natural Look Is for You?
Brows

Nano Brows vs. Powder Brows: Which Natural Look Is for You?

Both are gorgeous, long-lasting brow techniques — but they create very different looks. Here's how nano brows and powder brows differ, and which suits your skin and style.

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The Complete PMU Aftercare Guide: Healing Day by Day
Aftercare

The Complete PMU Aftercare Guide: Healing Day by Day

Your permanent makeup results are made in the healing. Here's exactly what to do—and avoid—from day one through the touch-up, whatever service you had.

9 min readRead
Does Permanent Eyeliner Hurt? What to Expect During & After
Eyeliner

Does Permanent Eyeliner Hurt? What to Expect During & After

The honest answer to the question everyone asks before booking eyeliner—plus how numbing works, what the sensation is really like, and how healing feels.

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How Long Does Lip Blush Last? A Complete Guide to Longevity & Fading
Lips

How Long Does Lip Blush Last? A Complete Guide to Longevity & Fading

How many years you can expect from lip blush, what makes color fade faster, and when to book a touch-up to keep your lips looking their best.

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Powder Brows vs. Microblading: Which Brow Technique Is Right for You?
Brows

Powder Brows vs. Microblading: Which Brow Technique Is Right for You?

A side-by-side guide to the two most popular permanent brow techniques—how they differ in look, longevity, and which skin types each one suits best.

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