First, let me say that I am not sure how Denise ended up on my Instagram but she did.  Then, I started following all of her post!  That's when I... read more got HOOKED!  I've been thinking about Microblading, even though, I didn't know much about it, for a while.  I was tired of having to color my brows every morning. Needless, to say, I made my appointment with Denise.  WOW!  What an amazing lady!  She really cares and is very detailed oriented.  Which, you have to be, in her line of work.  If you've been contemplating getting Microblading but are hesitant or scared!  Don't be!  She will walk you through the process and the final product will look amazing.  I am so happy to have met such a talented, caring person.

  I'm so thrilled with how my eyebrows look, I can't stop looking in the mirror. Denise did such a beautiful job, I can't wait to tell all my friends about... read more her. Denise was very meticulous in making sure the shape was just what I wanted and truly went above and beyond making me feel comfortable and beyond satisfied with the end result. I truly love my new brows, I don't know how I've gone this far without having them done! Thank you Denise, you're amazing!!!

  DENISE GORDON IS AMAZING AND DOES NOT DISAPPOINT!!!  SHE IS A TRUE PROFESSIONAL AND ARTIST!!! I was first introduced to Face Permanent Makeup after hearing about Liberte Chan's experience on... read more the KTLA weekend morning news.  Liberte's brows looked so natural and just breathtaking.  I remember thinking "those brows could not be real...how is it possible?"  I "had" very thin brows, really close to no hair  at all and have always penciled in my brows--every morning for about 20+ years.  I immediately called Denise and wanted to schedule an appointment.  What I liked from the beginning was that Denise took her time with me on the phone and really walked me through the process that I could expect.  This made me feel so comfortable, and I immediately knew that I made the right choice.  

When I arrived for my appointment, I was greeted by the nicest and friendliest woman.  Denise makes you feel like she's known you forever.  I honestly felt after my appointment that Denise was someone I wanted to be friends with for a long time.  Denise took her time with me, from color selection to drawing in my brows.  What I appreciated the most was that Denise never rushed me, and she took the time to listen to what I wanted.  At the same time, she gave me her honest opinion based on her experience and professional judgement, and this was very appreciated.

Later that night after being home for several hours, I became very anxious thinking that perhaps I made a mistake.  My family told me my brows looked amazing, but I think I was in shock that my appearance was different, and I started to question how my brows were going to heal.  Another thing I love about Denise is that she stays with you for the journey.  Denise's attention and care about your entire experience cannot be understated.  Denise goes above and beyond for her clients.  Denise called me to check on me and because of the rapport we built, I told her I was scared and wasn't sure that I did the right thing.  She walked me through my feelings and thoughts and explained that I was sharing was normal.  She reviewed the timeline of the healing process and assured me that all would be okay and that if I wasn't happy she would be happy to meet with me again to address my concerns.  As it turns out, no need at all.  After about day 10-12, I was COMPLETELY ELATED AND THRILLED.  Everything worked out just as Denise is explained.  Lastly, what I appreciated the most was that Denise never judged me and she never treated my concerns trivially.  Denise was/is a consummate professional who cares about her clients and their results!

Several months later, I took my sister to Denise to have her eyeliner done, and my sister was very happy with the results!  I cannot recommend Denise highly enough.  You will not be disappointed!  Call Denise Gordon at Face Permanent Makeup!!!!

  After chemo took my eyebrows I decided to have them microbladed. Denise was highly recommended. And I now know why. I LOVE my brows!! The process was lovely. She is... read more kind, personable, talented and professional. The pain was minimal.  She took time with the consult to gather info from me then and before on the phone.  She brilliantly measured out and 'sketched' my brows on and I was able to make any changes before they were semi-permanently applied. My make up routine was cut in half since I don't have to draw on brows every morning. She called or texted me to check how I was doing after and remind me about the care instructions. She prepared me for exactly what was to happen in the healing process. I cannot recommend her enough!!

  *THIS REVIEW IS ABOUT PERMANENT EYELINER ONLY*
My review will be lengthy but I like to include info to help others. I LOVE MY EYELINER!!! I've been getting my eyebrows... read more microbladed for years, that was life changing.. this is the next game changer after that. I really wasn't liking the way I looked without eyeliner BUT I was sick and tired of putting it on! I have very watery eyes, especially in the inner crease, so getting liner perfect or to stay there was nearly impossible and it took forever to get my wings to match. I searched around and found Denise to be the best priced who's work looked great. I won't quote her price on here because prices change and vary.. but she is VERY reasonable. (Always offer to pay cash if you can, it really helps small business owners) You will notice I have 3 different types of pics.. no eye makeup at all, only bottom liner, and full eye without putting any top liner on to show you how it looks different ways. Permanent eyeliner looks like a matte finish when healed.. it's impossible to get that shiny liquid liner look with a tattoo. This has cut down my makeup by probably 3/4 of the time!.. if I put on any at all because now I like the way I look without other eye makeup.
What you need to know.
It takes about 7-8 weeks from start to completely healed. Don't expect to look great for a special occassion right after.
Denise includes a free 6 week touch up.
No pool or lake water for a week after.
No direct water for 3 days, it's very similar to microbladed brows. You want to leave the inky skin on there as long as possible to set in.
It heals pretty much like any other tattoo but this is your eyelids so you need to be extra careful. And like brows it darkens a few days after the mushy scabs come off.
You must take off eyelash extensions prior and can't put them back on for a week after each session.
You need to stop using lash growth serum prior to the first visit.
The thinner the liner and little or no wing means less work. Thicker and/or a big wing like mine means more work. The more work the bigger chance you have of swelling. Some people swell and some don't. I started to swell almost immediately my first visit. I think it was a mixture of allergies and the amount of work being done. The touchup I didn't really swell at all.
It's your eyelids.. it may hurt. Denise reapplies the numbing cream throughout the entire procedure but again.. the more work the more chance for some pain/discomfort. We are women.. we're used to dealing with pain for beauty!
Also the price depends on what you want so look around and try to show her what you'd like. I didn't realize that I have saggy hoods (the skin under the eyebrows) which made what I originally wanted impossible. Every eye is different, including your left vs your right, and permanent makeup is not like regular makeup. You need to remember that the eye area will sag over time. Denise will draw on what she thinks looks best from what you've said you want and then the two of you can tweak it before she starts any work.
If my review helped you choose Denise at Face Permanent then tell her when you go there 🙂 Michele C
I am in love with my liner!!!