Damien Porter

You’ve booked in, or you’re thinking about it, and now you’re wondering what actually happens once you sit in that chair. Will someone judge your patchy brows or ask why you’ve never filled them in properly? This article walks you through the entire consultation, from the questions you’ll be asked to the patch test you’ll […]

You’ve just had your lips done and you’re staring at your phone wondering exactly what happens next. Can you kiss your partner tonight? Brush your teeth normally? Wear lip balm you already own? This article walks you through the full healing routine, day by day, so you know precisely what to do and what to

You’ve narrowed it down to two options, but you still don’t know which one will actually suit your skin, your routine or the shape you’re hoping to see in the mirror every morning. This article breaks down how ombre brows and microblading eyebrows differ in healed results, longevity and suitability for oily, mature or sensitive

You’ve booked your lip tattoo and now the nerves are kicking in: what will your mouth actually look like tomorrow, next week, in a month? It’s a fair question, and the honest answer involves some swelling, some flaking, and a colour that looks nothing like the final result for at least three weeks. Here’s what

You have permanent makeup that is not sitting right: the colour has shifted, the shape is not quite what you wanted, or the work was done elsewhere and you are not sure what can be saved. This article walks you through exactly what a PMU correction involves, from the first consultation to the healed result.

You’ve looked at the results, you’re sold on the idea, but you’re not entirely sure what actually happens on the day. Will it hurt? How long will you be there? What decisions do you need to make before the needle gets anywhere near your eyes? This article walks you through the entire process, from your

You have done the research, you love the look, and now you are staring at a range of prices that make no obvious sense. One artist charges £180, another charges £500, and you cannot tell what the difference actually is. This article breaks down what ombre brows cost across the UK, what those prices include,

You’ve seen the results, you want the look, and now you’re trying to work out what a lip tattoo will actually set you back. Prices online seem to jump around wildly, and it’s not always obvious why one artist charges twice what another does. This article breaks down the five things that genuinely drive cost,

You have seen the results and you want them. But before you book anything, there is a question worth answering honestly: are ombre brows actually the right treatment for your skin and your health right now? This article walks you through the real candidacy criteria, including the medical and lifestyle factors that are not always

You’ve done the research, you love the results, and you’re ready to book. But before you do, it’s worth knowing that a lip tattoo isn’t the right fit for everyone, and a few specific circumstances can affect either your safety or your healed result. This article walks you through the five most important contraindications so