FAQ´s

All of our pigments are made from the highest quality ingredients with an excellent lightfastness rating for maximum color stability and performance. We have formulated each pigment line according to the needs of the area it will be used on, therefore proving beautiful, long- lasting results no matter what technique a PMU artist decides to use.

The Color Index International is a reference database maintained jointly by the Society of Dyers and Colorists and the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. It was printed for the first time in 1925, and it is where all the pigments are designated with a name and a number. This system finds which pigments have been used in the elaboration of the colors, the chemical components, and the properties of the pigments. The CI (color index) of pigments is a 5-digit number that identifies each dye molecule according to its chemical structure. It must always be specified in each pigment.

Should the Alice Cosmetic Ink pigment range be neutralized? Alice Cosmetic Ink pigments are designed to be used directly; however we have three shades from the brow line (Cocoa, Terra and Darkest Brown) that are not neutralized and can be mix to make unique formulas every time. We must not forget that for the correct use of any pigment, it is important to adhere to the rules of colorimetry, take a specialized course on the subject, which helps us to know the different skin types and tones for the correct application.

Yes, you can use any machine or micro blade.

The durability is from 1 to 2 years, depending on several factors such as the type of skin, the care it received, exposure to the sun, and the technique used by the artist, etc.

Our pigments are formulated differently to allow for a “fade factor”, they are crafted with every detail in mind for application to the face and sensitive areas.

There are various methods to remove the pigment, however, the success of this treatment will depend on how the pigment was initially applied and that the removal process was completed correctly.

As long as the right color is chosen for the client, it is determined whether or not that tone needs to be neutralized, and it is applied to the proper layer of the skin, it should not turn gray.

No, people using any pigment must be properly trained. It is a line for professionals.

You can mix the pigments being of the same brand and use a thinner, if necessary.

Yes, depending on the level of saturation of the pigment.

Yes, as long as the basic rules of colorimetry are taken into account and the tones are neutralized.

They will only turn into a lighter version of the original color, as long as they are properly neutralized taking into account the basic rules of colorimetry..

Migration occurs when the color "expands" or fades. It depends on the micropigmentation technique, the client's skin and the care he took on his skin.

Our pigments are organic, inorganic and hybrid, based on water and glycerin. We do not test on animals.

Yes. Pigments containing iron oxide and/or titanium dioxide help color last longer as they are biocompatible and less likely to cause allergic reactions.

It is advisable before any procedure (with any pigment) to test the client's skin to make sure there are no allergic reactions. It is important to consider the information that the client provides us when filling out their file.

The expiration date of our products is approximately 4 years. The life of the product depends on the environment in which it is kept, likewise it is necessary to consider the opening of this, the life of the product begins from the moment the bottle is opened. Before each application it is necessary to verify that the pigment is in optimal conditions, any anomaly in smell, color, or texture, you must suspend the application (even if the expiration date says otherwise).

Yes, an MRI can be done safely and effectively without any side effects or diagnostic problems since permanent makeup has a very low concentration of iron oxide and the possibility of a diagnostic problem is remote.

Yes, our headquarters are in California, and we have a distribution center in Guadalajara, Mexico, in addition to all our distributors in various parts of the world.

It is necessary to send the request to this email address: info@alicecosmeticink.com or write us a private message on our social networks.

It is necessary to send a request to this email address: info@alicecosmeticink.com or send us a private message on our social media networks.

-For eyebrows: Medium Coffee, Brunette, Brown, Chestnut, Dark Brown, Ash Coffee, Tobacco. -For lips: Papaya, Cherry, Rose, Blood Red, Coral Pink, Royal Red, Peach, Scarlet Red. -For Eyes: Black, Peanut, Tobacco, Sand, Dark Mahogany.