IN-DEPTH EXPERT KNOWLEDGE

YOUR ESSENTIAL PMU SAFETY GUIDE

Do you want to elevate your Permanent Makeup treatments while guaranteeing client safety? Our course provides you with comprehensive expert knowledge on side effects and contraindications, showing you how to avoid common mistakes and boost your success rate.

You'll also gain a deep understanding of skin anatomy and pigment uptake, ensuring you're fully prepared to impress your clients and stand out from the competition.

Benefit from the scientific expertise of biochemist and medical professional Dr. Stef Stienstra and the practical insights of educator and master cosmetician Verena Haseke. Learn how to optimally advise and treat your clients.

Become part of the PMU ELITE!

Enroll now and launch your successful career in Permanent Makeup!

BECOME THE PMU EXPERT FOR SAFE AND PRECISE TREATMENTS

690€

Net price, VAT excluded.

YOUR EXPERT COURSE INSTRUCTORS

You'll be learning from:

Dr. Stef Stienstra
An outstanding biochemist and medical professional, Dr. Stienstra pioneered the understanding of how pigments permanently remain in the skin. With over 30 years of experience, including deep insights from his military background on skin reactions, he's a globally recognized expert on skin and pigment science, dedicated to elevating PMU industry standards.

Mst. Verena Haseke, BEd. 
A master cosmetician and educator, Verena leads Victrastudio®, VictraBeauty®, and Victra Academy® in Salzburg, Austria, specializing in high-quality aesthetic treatments. Recognizing a critical gap in PMU education regarding skin biology and immune response, she co-developed the PMU Safety Guide and guides you through this course.
Verena is passionate about equipping PMU professionals with the in-depth knowledge needed to ensure safe, professional, and beautiful results. She achieves this through her special teaching approach: explaining complex content easily and memorably, often with a sense of humor and exclusively designed characters that help you visualize and remember key aspects of the skin.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

CLIENT EDUCATION AND CONTRAINDICATIONS

Anamesis – Your Key to Success

Before you even make a single needle stroke, a thorough client anamnesis is absolutely essential. In this module, you'll learn how to effectively interview your clients and gather all relevant information. From pre-existing medical conditions and allergies to desired treatment outcomes – every piece of information is crucial.

Why is this so vital? Mistakes can happen quickly, especially with Permanent Makeup. By conducting a thorough anamnesis, you can minimize many risks and prevent undesirable results. A comprehensive anamnesis isn't just legally required; it's also the key to:

Avoid color changes, pigment migration, and other complications

A key advantage of the PMU Safety Guide course is the detailed knowledge on how to effectively prevent color shifts and pigment migration. You'll learn which factors cause these issues and how to avoid their occurrence through precise techniques and a deep understanding of skin structure. By mastering correct pigment placement and considering individual skin types, you'll ensure long-lasting and consistently beautiful results.

EXPERT KNOWLEDGE, SIMPLY EXPLAINED.

In this course, we'll explain in a simple and clear way why pigments stay in the skin, how they change, and how you can avoid common mistakes.

With easy-to-understand and in-depth explanations, high quality illustrations, and practical mnemonics, we make complex content truly accessible.

WHAT EXACTLY WILL YOU LEARN?

CONTRAINDICATIONS & RISK FACTORS

Classic Contraindications:
You'll learn to identify skin diseases, allergies, bleeding disorders, diabetes and other risk factors.

Further Influencing Factors:
You'll analyze other impacts on PMU results, such as stress, nutrition, menstruation, obesity, drug use, smoking and many more.

PMU TECHNICAL BASICS

How PMU Works:
Understand how Permanent Makeup functions and which skin layer you need to work in.

Optimal Working Depth:
Learn the correct depth for long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing results.

UNDESIRED PIGMENT CHANGES

Pigment Changes & Effects like Red, Blue, Green, and Gray Discoloration: Understand the Tyndall effect and why pigments can change.

Side Effects & Accompanying Phenomena:
Learn to recognize side effects and respond appropriately.

PRE & POST-TREATMENT CARE

Client Preparation:
Get scientifically-backed and visually appealing anamnesis forms available for download.

Aftercare:
Educate your clients on important aftercare instructions and what they need to know.

Bleeding Management:
Learn how to manage and prevent bleeding during treatment.

THE IMMUNE SYSTEM & PIGMENT UPTAKE

Understanding the Immune System:
Learn how the immune system influences pigment uptake and fading.

Skin & Skin Cells:
Grasp the fundamentals of skin structure and the role of skin cells in the PMU process.

Memorable Characters:
Use our specially developed characters to better memorize the functions of skin and immune cells.

SPECIAL TOPICS

Local Anesthetics:
Everything you need to know about local anesthetics.

Botox, Silicone, and Hyaluronic Acid:
Understand the influence of these substances on PMU results.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

For Beginners:
Our Masterclass is perfect for you if you're just starting in Permanent Makeup (PMU) and want to build a deep understanding of the underlying science from day one. In this course, you'll gain fundamental knowledge of skin biology, contraindications, and side effects. You'll learn how pigments interact in the skin, why they change over time, and how the immune system influences the longevity of your work. Through our specially developed mnemonics and memory aids, you can easily grasp and apply complex content. This solid foundation will help you make informed decisions, minimize risks, and gain your clients' trust right from the start.

For Advanced Professionals:
Even if you already have experience in the PMU field, this course offers in-depth background knowledge to further deepen your understanding of biological and chemical processes. You'll be comprehensively informed about how various factors like nutrition, stress, allergies, and other health conditions affect pigmentation. Additionally, we'll cover advanced topics such as the Tyndall effect, the formation of granulomas, and the interaction of pigments with substances like local anesthetics, Botox, silicone, and hyaluronic acid. This knowledge will enable you to better understand complex cases and integrate innovative, scientifically-backed approaches into your practice. This way, you'll stand out from your competition and achieve even safer and more professional results for your clients.

WHY THIS COURSE IS ESSENTIAL FOR YOU

As a PMU artist, you hold significant responsibility. Our course gives you the essential knowledge and practical skills to treat your clients safely and successfully. Avoid mistakes, grow your business, and become a highly sought-after expert in your industry.

KNOWLEDGE AS A BOOSTER

Our "Safety Guide PMU" online course offers far more than just deepening your Permanent Makeup knowledge. The fundamental principles and techniques taught here will enrich your entire beauty expertise and positively impact your entire business.

With this course, you'll not only learn the intricacies of PMU but also gain valuable knowledge applicable to many other treatments in aesthetic cosmetics. This comprehensive understanding allows you to offer a broader range of servicesand impress your clients with a variety of treatment options.

By integrating these new skills and insights into your offerings, you can enhance the quality of your services and establish yourself as a versatile professional in the beauty industry. The course is therefore an investment that benefits not only your expertise but also your entire business.

YOUR CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION

This Certificate of Participation confirms your expertise and commitment to the highest safety standards in Permanent Makeup. It's a valuable tool to strengthen your professional profile and gain your clients' trust.

FLEXIBLE LEARNING: LEARN WHEN AND WHERE YOU WANT

With our courses, you have the freedom to learn whenever and wherever you choose. Our flexible online learning offering perfectly adapts to your lifestyle, allowing you to advance your professional development at your own pace and on your own schedule.

Whether at home, on the go, or in your preferred learning environment – our courses are always accessible to you, anywhere.

INVEST IN YOUR TEAM

Our courses offer an ideal way to efficiently and specifically train your employees. Leverage the flexibility of our online learning platform to integrate further education into your team's work routine without disrupting operations.

The courses can be perfectly fit into breaks or quieter periods, allowing your employees to make good use of their time and acquire new skills. This not only boosts your team's competence but also increases their motivation and job satisfaction.

CONNECT PASSION AND SUCCESS WITH PERMANENT MAKEUP.

Our "PMU Safety Guide" course unites passion with business acumen. It helps you elevate your skills to a new level. Through a deep understanding of the skin and PMU techniques, you'll become the expert your clients trust.

Personal Growth: Invest in your future and learn from the best.

Highest Quality Standards: Offer your clients safe and professional treatments.

Fulfillment: Experience the deep satisfaction of making people happy.

Perfect Results: Achieve natural and aesthetically pleasing outcomes.

Financial Success: Build a successful business and secure a long-term future.

Invest in your future and become part of the PMU ELITE!

STAY ONE STEP AHEAD

The world of Permanent Makeup is constantly evolving. With our "PMU Safety Guide" course, you'll stay up-to-date with the latest in science and technology.

Continuous Education: Benefit from our extensive knowledge and remain competitive.

Career Opportunities: Open up new professional perspectives and build a successful business.
Invest in your future and secure your place among the best.

WELCOME TO THE PMU ELITE!

WHAT OUR PARTICIPANTS SAY

Mst. Ulrike Painsi; Beautician and PMU trainer

Beyond Five Stars – A Must-Have for Every PMU Artist!

"This Safety Guide course would get more than five stars from me; it's simply highest level in terms of content and professional expertise. I've been teaching in the Permanent Makeup industry for many years and am a trainer myself. I know firsthand that comprehensive knowledge like this is often missing from standard training programs.

This course is an absolute must-have for every beginner and even seasoned professional. It covers absolutely everything down to the smallest detail, with significant added medical depth. Learning how pigment truly stays in the skin and the immune system's role was incredibly fascinating. Every PMU artist needs this knowledge from the very beginning.

I honestly thought I knew a lot, but there were so many valuable details I wasn't even aware of. This course has significantly deepened my understanding and greatly improved my practice. I would even recommend other academies integrate this course and its content into their programs!"

Markus L., PMU-Artist

"Thanks to the PMU Safety Guide, I've gained invaluable insights into the side effects and contraindications of Permanent Makeup. The course is clearly structured and practice-oriented, which significantly expanded my technical knowledge. The improved results I'm now achieving speak for themselves – my clients are thrilled!"

Aisha K.,  PMU-Expert

"The PMU Safety Guide offers comprehensive and in-depth knowledge that every PMU artist should know. I found the detailed explanations on pigment changes and the practical tips for error prevention particularly helpful. This course has elevated my business to a new level and helped me establish myself as a safe and competent expert in the industry."

YOUR EXPERT AND COURSE GUIDE

Dr. Stef Stienstra (Niederlande)

Dr. Stef Stienstra is an outstanding biochemist and medical professional with an impressive career in the defense sector, where he specialized in protection against biological, chemical, and radiological threats. Over 30 years ago, he accidentally discovered a method for tattoo removal and was the first to understand how pigments remain permanently in the skin. This groundbreaking insight, combined with his military experience – which gave him deep insights into the skin's reactions to various substances – has significantly deepened his knowledge of the biological processes within the skin.

Thanks to this unique combination of scientific and practical knowledge, Dr. Stienstra is among the few experts who can comprehensively explain the scientific background of Permanent Makeup and the underlying processes in the skin. As a consultant for various PMU companies and a globally sought-after speaker on skin and pigment, he enthusiastically shares his profound knowledge and is passionately committed to elevating standards in the PMU industry.

In this Masterclass, Dr. Stienstra will share his deep understanding of the skin and cellular processes with you. All content is presented in a clear, understandable, and practical way, ensuring you fully grasp the science and mechanisms behind pigmentation to perfect your work.

Mst. Verena Haseke, BEd.

Verena Haseke will guide you through the entire course. She is a master cosmetician and educator with a deep fascination for the skin and its complex processes. Although not a PMU artist herself, her many years of experience have brought her into contact with numerous clients dissatisfied with their Permanent Makeup. Verena recognized that many PMU artists lack sufficient training in skin and pigments, often leading to problems like color changes, pigment migration, and scarring.

For this reason, she developed the "PMU Safety Guide" together with Dr. Stef Stienstra, aiming to provide in-depth knowledge, minimize risks, and ensure professional results. With her pedagogical skill and cosmetological expertise, Verena supports aspiring PMU professionals in perfecting their abilities, achieving better outcomes, and reaching the highest safety standards.

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE NOW!

Achieve your highest goals, dreams, and visions.

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