Changing to a new line of permanent cosmetic pigments can be an uncertain process. After all, you already know how your current brand blends, applies and heals. However, what if the product you’ve been using isn’t the best one out there?

As an acclaimed pioneer in the permanent cosmetics industry for over 18 years, the International Institute of Permanent Cosmetics presents a revolutionary alternative in permanent cosmetic pigments: Absolute Perfection Pigment. Absolute Perfection’s top-class formula produces a pigment that is rich and creamy – not watery like most other brands – allowing you to use less of the product in each application while obtaining better results and keeping money in your pocket!

Its higher viscosity also creates a better quality, longer lasting look, which translates into happy and satisfied customers. Other brands carry pigments that claim to be twice as thick as traditional ones, but they also charge twice as much for their ½ oz bottles. With Absolute Perfection’s 1 oz bottles, you’ll be getting more volume of a creamier, high-quality product for the same cost as the other brands’ runny, watery pigments.

Each bottle of IIPC’s Absolute Perfection Pigment :

•Clearly displays an accurate lot number and expiration date on its label.

•Is strictly for professional use only.

•Is hermetically sealed for increased safety assurance.

•Has an available Material Safety Data Sheet gladly provided upon request.

•Is produced from oxides or FDC colors, glycerine, alcohol and distilled water.

•Is visibly coded “C” for “cool undertone” or “W” for “warm undertone,” taking the guesswork out of which color to use for optimum results.

•Contains a mixing pellet to properly blend the ingredients upon shaking prior to use.

Still apprehensive about switching? The International Institute of Permanent Cosmetics wants to ease your fears once and for all. For a limited time, the Absolute Perfection 21 Color Kit is being offered in a special combination package with a comprehensive Skin Undertone Chart. The Undertone Chart includes a color sheet complete with a laminated sample of each of Absolute Perfection’s 21 pigment colors and four different skin undertone sleeves.

Determine your client’s skin undertone, then slide the color sheet or your custom blended color into the appropriate undertone sleeve – pink, yellow, blue or olive – to see how each of the pigments may appear once inserted into their skin. After the Undertone Chart is used to determine the appropriate pigment color, make sure to perform a color patch test on your client before their requested procedure  – you can learn more about the process by clicking here.  IIPC also provides a 25-page downloadable Pigment Colour Guide, complete with suggested color combinations, tips on pigment correction, detailed descriptions of Absolute Perfection pigments, and much more.

In addition to the reassurance and accuracy provided by the Skin Undertone Chart and Pigment Colour Guide, the International Institute of Permanent Cosmetics has industry-leading customer service representatives on hand to answer any questions you may have about the blending, application or outcome of Absolute Perfection. For over 18 years, IIPC’s pigments have consistently exceeded the safety directives of any industry-recognized organization and continue to set the bar for other brands. The certainty provided by a tried and true quality product backed by over 18 years of safety excellence sets Absolute Perfection far above the rest.

This unbelievable offer includes IIPC’s Absolute Perfection 21 Color Kit, complete with 21 - ¼ oz bottles of each color and the comprehensive Skin Undertone Chart. The normal retail price for both of these high-end products is $161.98. However, make the switch today and the International Institute of Permanent Cosmetics will give you the special price of just $89.99 – that’s over 44% in savings! This fabulous deal ends soon, so buy with confidence and call 800.282.0557 or visit our website. When ordering online, make sure to you receive your discount by entering the product code 21NEW.

Why not switch to Absolute Perfection? After all, isn’t that the ultimate goal?

Patch Testing is an integral step in the overall process of successfully applying any permanent cosmetic pigment. One pigment can show different results on different people after the healing process is complete. In order to make sure that a certain pigment is appropriate for a given client, an IIPC Technician applies the pigment to a small, inconspicuous portion of the client’s skin, usually somewhere on the scalp in a process called a Patch Test. After the tested area has healed, the actual color of the pigment in the skin will become visible. Patch Testing is the only way to determine how a specific color will heal in a client’s skin, and if the client is reactive to the pigment.

All Technicians at the International Institute of Permanent Cosmetics perform Color Patch Tests before performing a procedure. The Patch Tests are quick and easy and can be completed during the client’s primary consultation. In most cases, IIPC Technicians choose a subtle spot on the back of the scalp in which to place the test pigment implants – unless the client requests to have it done in an area that is easily visible to them. Since the procedure is quick and easy, the disposable Soft Tap Manual Applicator is an ideal tool with which to complete it.

Here are the steps IIPC Technicians take when performing a Color Patch Test:

1. Determine the skin undertone and appropriate colors for your client. Remember:

                        Pigment + Skin Undertone = Final Color Result.

2. Mix the same pigment colors that will be used on the client for their requested procedure.

2. Cleanse an inconspicuous area on the client’s scalp (usually in the back) with alcohol, Hibicleanse or another appropriate disinfectant.

3. Photograph the cleansed area of the scalp prior to inserting any pigment to take note of any irregularities.

4. Using a 3 or 5 prong sterile Soft Tap needle, make 6 or 7 implants into the client’s scalp, in a cluster, on the cleansed area.

5. Take a photo of the exact area in which the Patch Test was made.

6. Instruct the client on the proper after care to be performed on the procedure area.

7. On the client’s chart, note the exact location of the Patch Test and  chart the color formula that was used. Include a photo showing the exact Patch Test area as well.

Any pigment patch testing requires a minimum 4-week observation period to check for allergies. Allergies may also appear after this time but are uncommon.

The administration of a Patch Test to a client does not ensure they will not have a reaction to any future pigments. Should the client experience any sort of reaction to the Patch Test during the week following the procedure, they are advised to contact both the International Institute of Permanent Cosmetics clinic and their personal dermatologist.

Me, a ‘Metro-Sexual’ Male ? Well, evidently so. In this age of vanity I, too, have
succumbed to the new age of appearance awareness. Meaning: to look good at any age.
Not since Ponce de Leon has anyone searched so diligently for the Fountain of
Youth. This century, by far, people are so appearance conscious that sales of products related
to aging are in multiple billions of dollars globally. Unlike de Leon, I may not have
found the Fountain of Youth, but I believe I have found an anti-aging procedure, one that
successfully removed 10 years of aging from my face. It is Skin Needling.
After a few procedures my face has a younger appearance. Ten years worth. The
deep wrinkles and laugh lines have diminished to such a degree that my adult children
compared pictures of me from the early 1990’s to my appearance today and are amazed.
I recommend this procedure for any one who has deep facial lines, or related
wrinkles. This procedure takes a half an hour for each session and has minimal downtime.
Skin Needling works! I look younger and better.
Yes, times have changed, and Skin Needling is helping to change the hands of time.
It has for me.

Scar Relaxation was introduced by Susan Church at the first Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP) conference in 1991 after she discovered it while working on several burn survivors in concert with Dr. Grossman. As you will see, this is still a relatively new procedure even though our clinic has been utilizing these techniques for over 13+ years.

We have lectured numerous times on this subject and have had articles and photos featured in several publications over the past 13+ years. These include lecturing at the Phoenix Burn Foundation National Burn Congress, Alicia Roush Burn Foundation, Surviving Burns Support Services, and articles for Burn Survivors Throughout The World, Inc. and The American Society of Esthetic Medicine Inc. You can also check out our chapter in the book “Aesthetic Facial Restoration” by the world famous plastic burn surgeon Dr. Elliott H. Rose of Park Ave in New York. This book is written for plastic surgeons so they may be able to ‘utilized three-dimensional subtraction analysis to fashion vascularized bone grafts for microsurgical jaw and orbital rim reconstruction’.

Both Needling and Scar Relaxation is a specific well-designed application to help create supple skin texture.

We consider both of these procedures in the category of Corrective Pigment Camouflage also known as C.P.C.

Needling, also known as ‘Skin Needling’, is accomplished by the technician utilizing a certain technique while inserting the needle into the top layer of the epidermis. This technique is best accomplished when it is used quite shallow in the skin.

Needling may reactivate the melanocytes in the skin. (See photos). We worked on an Africa-American and with beautiful results. His skin repigmented where we actually performed the Needling procedure.

Scar Relaxation is a different as the technician needs to work in the dermal layer of tissue for lasting results.

The technique for both Needling and Scar Relaxation is the application of repetitive circular movements called ‘obovoids’.

Scar Relaxation is used primarily to soften the fibrous bands of collagen (scar tissue) to give the patient more flexibility in their movements. (see photos) This procedure works well on all contracted tissue with exceptional results on the hands.

Needling is primarily used to ‘plump’ up the skin. This is the body’s natural response to an inflammatory tissue injury.

Scar Relaxation and Skin Needling appointments are usually scheduled at 4-week intervals. Dramatic results can be realized after the first treatment.

Patients are excited with their results of the C.P.C. that has been performed on them, many times alleviating the need for potential surgeries on the contractured tissue.

This excerpt is from an article in the Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP) Newsletter in 1996.

“In all post procedure phases of C.P.C. there is an inflammatory response of the skins tissue. The skins typical symptoms may range from mild redness, heat, swelling and discomfort to lymph drainage. All patients will experience a typical wheal and flare reaction (redness, histamine release and swelling) to the procedure area that is much like a bee sting or mosquito bite. Applications of C.P.C. will also cause increased blood flow to the immediate area. The procedure area will be a bit sore, swell slightly to moderately within the first 24 hours, may be very tender and be slightly pink to red.

Immediate after care instructions includes the use of either petrolatum or some type of an antibiotic ointment. If possible, cover the area to keep it exempt from free radicals and pollution for 12-24 hours. If the procedure area is swollen, you may use ice for the first 24-72 hours to help alleviate the pain and swelling. Using heat after this period will promote circulation and removal of waste products. Injured tissue will heal much faster and scar less if the patient keeps the area moist. The patient should apply a thin coating of petrolatum over the procedure area while showering or bathing to protect it from moisture.

Patients should never use their fingers to apply ointments or petrolatum to the procedural area. All products should be applied with a cotton swab or tissue.

Technicians need to be cautious of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (darkening of the tissue) when applying C.P.C. Hyperpigmentation occurs when the skin’s tissue is traumatized. Hyperpigmentation occurs in Caucasian skin occasionally, although it will most likely occur on clients with heavy concentrations of melanin in their skin. Normal skin colour should return in several months following the application of C.P.C. Bleaching agents such as Hydroquinone, Kojic Acid and/or Licorice applied 1-2 times a day may be used to lighten the skin if needed”.

Before “Scar Relaxation “ Patient was burned when she was 3 years old and could hardly open her mouth due to scar contractures	After “Scar Relaxation” Patient can now open her mouth wider

Client prior to Facial Skin Needling application to plump out her fine lines.

Client 8 weeks post her first Needling application.Client states her naso- labial folds (vertical lines between the nose and mouth), and the lines around her mouth have plumped up considerably. She loves her look and is ready for more treatment applications to plump up other areas on her face.

Patient prior to ‘Skin Needling’ to reactivate the melanocytes in his skin.Patient has hypo pigmented areas on his arms, chest and back.

Patient immediately following his ‘Skin Needling’ procedure. We apply petrolatum over the procedural area to protect the skin from free radicals. He noticed the pigment changing within the first few weeks after his initial needling application.

Patient 6 months following his ‘Skin Needling’ procedure.His skin tones now blend into each other, and you do not notice the hypo pigmented areas as easily.

One year later his skin still looks good.