A Permanent Makeup (PMU) top-up treatment is the follow-up session that perfects your results after the initial procedure. Typically carried out 4–6 weeks later, this appointment allows your technician to assess healing, replace pigment that may have faded, and refine the shape and colour of your brows, eyeliner, or lips.
Why a Top-Up is Essential
- Pigment Retention – some pigment naturally fades or is lost during the healing process. The top-up replenishes this, ensuring long-lasting results.
- Colour Enhancement – helps the pigment settle into a rich, even shade that won’t fade too quickly.
- Shape & Symmetry – your technician can adjust and perfect the design, balancing any unevenness to suit your features.
- Client Feedback – this session is the perfect opportunity to make small changes to the look based on your preferences.
What to Expect at Your Top-Up
Consultation & Design
Your technician will review how your skin has healed and retained pigment, discuss your feedback, and refine the pre-drawn design.
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Numbing for Comfort
A topical anaesthetic is applied to minimise discomfort during the procedure.
Pigment Application
Using a digital machine and fine needle, the technician implants fresh pigment into the skin’s upper dermis, just like in the first session.
Aftercare
You’ll receive detailed aftercare instructions. The area will go through a shorter healing process again, with pigment softening over several weeks.
Factors That Affect Top-Up Frequency
- Healing Process – everyone heals differently, so pigment retention can vary.
- Lifestyle – sun exposure, skincare products, and lifestyle factors can influence fading.
- Pigment Fade Over Time – while this first top-up secures your initial results, maintenance top-ups every 1.5–3 years are recommended to keep colour and shape fresh.
Book Your PMU Top-Up in Buxton
A permanent makeup top-up ensures your brows, eyeliner, or lips look flawless, balanced, and long-lasting. Book your appointment today at Face Facts Buxton to perfect your results and enjoy the confidence of beautifully enhanced features.
