What happens during consultation
A consultation is a focused 30-minute meeting where your artist reviews facial structure, skin type, lifestyle and your aesthetic goals. Expect a frank discussion about preferences and suitability for permanent makeup, plus an assessment of any existing work in the treatment area. This step helps determine whether brows, eyes, or lips are a good fit and what trade-offs to expect.
This appointment costs $30 and is intended to produce a clear, personalized plan. If you already have prior pigment or cosmetic work in the target area, this consultation is required so the artist can evaluate compatibility. The session is concise but thorough, designed to make sure any follow-up treatment is safe, realistic, and aligned with your day-to-day routines.
Design and technique guidance
During the consult your artist will outline technique options and perform brow, eye, or lip mapping to define a balanced shape for your face. A cosmetic pencil preview shows proposed contours and placement so you can visualize results. Technique recommendations are based on skin characteristics and desired intensity, and the artist will explain why one method may suit you better than another.
You’ll also hear practical details about healing expectations and maintenance so you can plan timing around local seasons and events. Many Columbia clients book consults in April or May ahead of summer, or October and November to be healed before holidays. The artist will explain how choices affect longevity and daily care without promising specific outcomes.
Preparing and deciding next steps
The consultation ends with a customized treatment plan outlining recommended procedures, alternatives, and a proposed timeline. If a PMU or removal treatment is recommended and you book at checkout, the $30 consultation investment will be applied to that next appointment. This helps you move from planning to treatment with a clear expectation of steps and sequencing.
Clients often leave the consult feeling more confident and informed—many report that thorough, attentive guidance helped them arrive at a choice that suited their look and lifestyle. Because our location on the North Beltline is convenient for commuters and nearby neighborhoods, you can schedule a quick consultation before or after errands or work and return later for treatment when you’re ready.
