The most common PMU mistakes that cause a bad result (and how to avoid them)

Poor permanent makeup results are rarely the result of just one factor. In practice, PMU errors are most often caused by a combination of incorrect equipment, pigment, and technique. The same pigment or needle cannot produce the same results on every skin type and in every technique.

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Mistake No. 1 – Choosing the wrong pigment for your skin type

permanent makeup pigments, pmu eyebrows

One of the most common PMU mistakes is using the same pigment for all clients. Skin type strongly influences how the pigment will behave during healing.

The most common consequences:

• gray or red eyebrows
• uneven fading
• loss of color intensity

The solution is to properly understand skin type and use stable, professional pigments tailored to the individual case.

Mistake No. 2 – Incompatibility of pigment and working technique

powder brows pigments, pmu techniques

Each PMU technique requires a different behavior of the pigment. A pigment that gives a great result in the powder brows technique may not behave the same in microblading or combined techniques.

Most common mistakes:

• too heavy saturation in soft techniques
• too weak pigment for more demanding skin types
• poor transition control

The technique and pigment must function as a whole, not as separate elements.

Error no. 3 – Inappropriate PMU pins for application area

pmu needles, eyebrow needles, eyeliner needles

Choosing the wrong needle often leads to:

• excessive skin trauma
• uneven pigment application
• prolonged recovery

Needles for eyebrows, lips and eyeliner are not universal. Professional PMU needles enable controlled working depth, stability and precision, which is essential for a quality result.

Mistake No. 4 – Working depth too great or too small

pmu eyebrow mistakes, permanent eyebrow makeup

Working at the wrong depth is one of the main causes of poor results:

• too shallow → pigment washes out quickly
• too deep → discoloration and scarring

The correct working depth depends on:

• skin type
• technique
• type of needle
• speed and hand pressure

Controlling these factors comes with experience and quality equipment.

Mistake No. 5 – Ignoring the healing process

pmu healing, permanent makeup result

The final result of PMU treatment is not visible immediately after the work is completed. Misinterpretation of the healing stages often leads to:

• premature corrections
• unnecessary additional passes
• skin overload

Understanding the healing process is crucial for the long-term quality of results.

How to avoid PMU errors - the right combination of equipment and knowledge

PMU errors → PMU needles → PMU pigments

The most common PMU errors can be avoided with the right combination:

• quality PMU needles
• stable, REACH-compatible pigments
• adapted work techniques

Professional equipment cannot replace knowledge, but it can significantly reduce the risk of errors.

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• reliable PMU needles
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• safe and proven equipment for everyday work

The correct equipment and knowledge are the foundation of quality and long-lasting PMU results.