The discomfort is temporary, but the confidence you gain lasts for years. It’s 100% worth it!
💖 Does Permanent Makeup Hurt?
It’s totally normal to wonder about this! The idea of a “tattoo” near your eyes, lips, or brows can sound intimidating — but the truth is, permanent makeup is far more comfortable than most people expect.
🌿 Here’s the honest answer:
Everyone’s pain tolerance is different, but most clients describe the feeling as pressure, scratching, or a tickling sensation — not true pain. It’s more “annoying” than painful.
💉 What Makes It So Comfortable
At Rise and Shine Permanent Makeup Studio, comfort is a top priority.
Here’s how we make sure you stay relaxed the entire time:
- Topical anesthetics are applied before and during the procedure to numb the area completely.
- The pigments are placed in the upper layers of the skin, not as deep as traditional tattoos, which means less trauma and faster healing.
- I take time to work gently, communicate with you throughout, and make adjustments if you feel any discomfort at all.
💋 What Clients Usually Say
Here’s what most clients report:
Brows: “It just feels like light scratching, scraping or tweezing.”
Eyeliner: “Sometimes tickles and sometimes not so good, Let Veronica know & she will apply more numbing.”
Lips: “the cupids bow and a couple of spots on the lower lip are more sensative that the rest. By the end it’s really numb.”
By the end, clients are often surprised by how easy it was — and how beautiful the results look right away.