Pigment Selection
Lesson Goals
You will learn about choosing the right PMU pigment for each client to ensure the best results for their microblading treatment
Basic Pigment Families
In permanent makeup, blonde, brunette, and red pigments are used to create natural-looking brows, eyeliner, and lip color. Each color has its own unique characteristics and benefits:
- Blonde pigment: Blonde pigments are light in color and are used to create a natural, subtle look for individuals with lighter hair color. They are also ideal for clients with light-colored skin, as they blend well with the skin’s natural tones.
- Brunette pigment: Brunette pigments are darker in color and are used to create a more defined look for clients with medium to dark hair color. They are also suitable for clients with medium to dark skin tones.
- Red pigment: Red pigments are used to add a pop of color to the lips, and are ideal for clients who want to enhance their natural lip color or create a bold, dramatic look. Red pigments are also used to create a more defined look for clients with red hair.
It is important for the artist to choose the right pigment color based on the client’s skin tone, hair color, and personal preference. The artist may also mix different pigments to create a custom color that is perfect for the client’s skin. The right pigment color can help to enhance the natural beauty of the client’s face and create a long-lasting, natural-looking result.
Pigment Undertones
The basic skin undertones for permanent makeup are warm, cool, and neutral. Warm undertones have a yellow or golden hue, and look best with warm colors like orange, red, and golden brown. Cool undertones have a pink or blue hue and suit cool colors like blue, purple, and ash brown. Neutral undertones are a mix of both warm and cool, and work well with a range of colors.
It is important to determine skin undertones when choosing permanent makeup colors, as the right colors will enhance natural beauty and the wrong colors can appear unnatural.
The Fitzpatrick Scale
The Fitzpatrick scale is a classification system for skin types based on their reaction to sunlight. The following is a summary of skin color, hair color, and undertones for each skin type:
It’s important to note that skin color and undertones can change due to sun exposure and other factors. It’s also important to consider skin type when choosing cosmetics, skincare products, and treatments to avoid unwanted reactions.