LUXE Permanent Cosmetics

BEWARE! This is an inexperienced non professional. She gives a discount for cash so that you have no recourse for bad service. She did a horrible and incomplete job on my eyebrows. Told me to
return in 3 weeks to redo. When I got there she said she was tired and wouldn’t see me, even though I drove an hour to get there. She wouldn’t make another appt when I could make it. Save your$ and go to a reputable person. Not someone who does this in her livingroom in a no business zone area.

I am happy to have both top and bottom eyeliner to make life easier and save me time. Nikki is excellent in her hand technique of applying pemanent makeup. Her technique is virtually painlesss, unlike other permanent makeup applications I had done previously I am happy to have eyes I can wake up to. Thank you Nikki.

I thought Nikki was not only a talented artist, but also a fabulous person. I felt extremely comfortable with her and also confident with her work. I had decided to go to Nikki after having a bad experience with another permanent makeup artist in Boston who really screwed up my eyebrows. I took my time researching different artists and finally found Nikki after speaking seeing her work on a friend of mine who raved about her. I set up my appointment immediately and I am so glad that I did! I would highly recomend Nikki to anyone :))

Unfortunately, I did not have a positive experience with Nikki when I went for my eyebrows. Even before the day of the actual appointment, both Nikki and her assistant were very unprofessional and odd during our brief phone calls to schedule the appointment. They were very forgetful and kept me on hold for long periods of time saying that the computer wasnt working. I decided to go to the appointment anyway, since the reviews for Nikki were so good.
When I arrived for my appointment I had to wait an hour and a half. This was frustrating, as I had the appointment booked for weeks and she did not apologize for making me wait. Thankfully, my fiancé drove me to the appointment, as I do not drive, so I had someone to keep me company. When it was finally my turn, instead of asking me about what I wanted or discussing my concerns, she complained that she liked my eyebrows and that she wasnt sure why I was there. I immediately felt like I should just leave, as I am paying her for a service and it was rude and unprofessional for her to make these comments. On top of that, throughout the entire procedure she just kept asking why my fiancé was with me. She would not give it up, even after I explained that he drove me and we do not live close by. She told us bizarre stories throughout the entire procedure and kept forgetting what she was saying which honestly made me think she was on drugs. She made the entire experience very uncomfortable for me and because of that I would not recommend going to Nikki.
As far as the results, I do not really notice any difference in my eyebrows. I am still drawing them on every day. This is frustrating because the procedure is expensive. My advice: go somewhere else, the results are not worth the headache you will get from dealing with Nikki.

I am so happy that I made this decision to get permanent eyeliner (top)! Not only will this save me valuable time in the morning, it will also save wear and tear on that delicate eye area over time. By nature I am lazy, so this works out in many ways! Ladies, do not delay, do this for yourself, you will not regret it.
Nikki is extremely professional and her work area is clean. I was a little surprised to find myself at an apartment building and not a storefront, but as soon as I walked in, I was immediately put at ease. Street parking is free and readily available.
For anyone wondering if this is a painful procedure, I assure you that it is NOT! Nikki takes great care to numb the area thoroughly and safely. Then, the sensation of the tattoo being applied is similar to having your eyelashes gently tugged. She has steady and firm hand, and her skill is evident. She will take the time to make sure that it is done right, exactly the way you want it.
Tip: if you sleep on your tummy, avoid sleeping in a bed for at least 2 nights afterwards. I slept in a recliner for the first night, but the second night in bed had some color come off onto my pillow where my face had mooshed into it. I should have spent 2 nights in the recliner, if not 3 to be absolutely certain that I would not mess it up. Nikki fixed everything at my follow-​up visit, but I’d rather have avoided this.
Added bonus: Super Sub is 5 minutes away, for those who like to follow their beauty sessions with a cheese steak sub.

I must start this by saying that if permanent makeup is something you have always wanted but weren’t sure who to trust please believe me Permanent Makeup, Etc. is the only place 4 you to go. I for YEARS have wanted to have my eyebrows tattooed on. I was sooo sick of the pencils, colored wax, stencils that I finally decided going for a consult wouldn’t hurt. i have honestly read I think every permanent makeup artist reviews & felt Nikki was a good fit. Her pictures showed me her touch is very natural & that made me feel I could trust her with my face!!! I went to my consult & she took all the time I needed to answer all my questions & to figure out what I was looking for color & shape wise. She even took the time to show me different shapes to see what I liked. I felt to comfortable with her & I knew I finally found the person who could do this for me! I had it done as well as eyelash enhancement & I am sooooo happy. Friends are so amazed at the difference my new eyebrows make. Best thing I ever did! Going back in the fall for eyeliner!!!

There are two decisions that I’ve made this year that were the absolute BEST choices of all times!
The first — to get my eyeliner tattooed on. Last summer I moved from Southeast Massachusetts to Washington, DC and was invited to return again this summer. My first thought was, «I am not going to survive another 100plus degree heat and my beautiful black eyeliner running constantly!!» I sport a punky 80’s look, and my eyeliner is a crucial component to my person.
What I also did not know, was that I would be embarking on a particularly emotional and mind-​blowing time of encountering past and present losers, family drama, etc. which would result in much crying and flushing out the eyes (and now that’s ALL done).
And through it ALL — my eyes and makeup continue to look PERFECT!!! Lemme tell you, that certainly gave me alot of street cred when everyone else looked a mess :)
The second BEST decision I made — was to go to Nikki Leitao for my eyeliner tattoo!!!
I found Nikki when I began researching the field, and was looking through a professional licensure/​organization website for cosmetic tattooing. After looking through her VERY detailed website, I also discovered that she is responsible for making it possible to perform this service in Salem, Massachusetts. I figured if she helped to write and push this licensing legislature through, then she was the absolute best — and I was not disappointed.
The price was right (I had saved and budgeted) and I got a little discount for being a first time customer. Don’t be fooled by the tattoo shop where Nikki works — she has her own room in the back — with privacy and relaxing music. I appreciated how much time Nikki took with me to make certain that every detail was discussed and confirmed by me. She is an outstanding makeup artist (look at her webpage) and I trusted her completely. Nikki was also REALLY patient with me… I talk alot… I ask alot of questions… I need to externally process everything going on… this woman was AMAZING with me.
After the 4plus hour appointment (yes, she works HARD) I was armed with my takehome kit and directions to make a 6 week «touch up» appointment. This is when Nikki looks to see if there are any spots that have faded, etc. Unfortunately, circumstances caused me to have to move to DC sooner than I thought — so I won’t be able to make my appointment until I return in August… but my eyes STILL look amazing. I am sick with allergies and the flu, so I’ll post a photo when I look more human.
The first two days after the procedure, I wore my glasses and no contact lenses… and remained mostly indoors. I used the healing ointment in my take-​home kit sparingly… and I used the mini freezer pods to sooth the swelling. I’ve got tattoos and so was ready for the pain… but it really just felt like I had conjunctivitis… and I couldn’t pick the crust away.
The result? I look gorgeous.
Thank you, thank you Nikki!
Now I’m going to save up to have her outline my lips a little and balance out the color.
Oh yes, and this saves me SO much time and money!

After suffering a stage accident that left me with head, neck & back injuries, it’s painful for me to lift my arms to put on makeup, and my motor movements are more limited. Upon going through Occupational Therapy, I re-​learned how to do many things in a new, and less painful, way… except my makeup.
Getting permanent makeup has removed one more painful task from my life, and I couldn’t be happier about that. *smile* Nikki Leitao is one of the most patient and professional makeup artists I’ve ever met. She listened quietly to all my thoughts and fears about my «new look,» and added her inspiration and expertise as well. The end result is a natural looking, but prettier… ME.
Thank You So Much, Nikki… You’ve helped in my recovery more than you know. My self esteem has increased, along with my pride and ability to face each day feeling like my old self again. *smile* I hope I can help you, and your business, succeed too…