SAAVE Program

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Being a proud member of the Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals and the American Academy of Micropigmentation, Jeanee Lusby is also an active participant in the SAAVE Program (Survivor Academy Action Volunteer Effort). The SAAVE Program is for cancer survivors. If you’ve lost your eyelashes or eyebrows from chemotherapy, then the SAAVE program is for you. If you’ve had breast cancer and need restoration of your nipple and areola, then the SAAVE Program is for you.
Most Academy members volunteer their expertise to help give you back your dignity. All they ask for is a smile when your treatments are completed. Jeanee is very honored to be a part of this wonderful program and with a sincere heart donates her services.
Click on the following link to see the list of participants, or call our office for more information (858) 459-2201. http://www.micropigmentation.org/consumer/SAAVE.php.
 

Beauty and Wellness Expo - Del Mar Fairgrounds

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NaturaLook and Lusby Vision Institute will be at the Beauty and Wellness Expo on May 31st and June 1st between 10am and 6pm. This event is located at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in the Bing Crosby Hall.

The mission of The Beauty and Wellness Expo is to inform, entertain, and educate people and guide them to a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life. It is also a premier source for hands-on information demonstrating all of the latest and greatest products, services and innovations for creating and maintaining a healthier and more beautiful you.

We would love for you to come and stop by our booth. It is a great opportunity to learn more about permanent cosmetics, including eyeliner, eyebrows, and lips, our newest procedure color washing eyeliner and our permanent makeup artist, Jeanee Lusby who has been in the industry for almost 10 years.

Jim, the patient educator from Lusby Vision Institute will also be there answering questions about LASIK and the other procedures that “Top Doctor” Franklin Lusby performs. We have also added a new Doctor to our practice, Dr. Joan Kaestner who does tissue fillers, including Botox, Restylane, Juvederm, and Perlane.

We will be answering questions, and giving away goodies. You can also enter to win a free LASIK procedure and an eyeliner or eyebrow permanent cosmetics from our San Diego makeup artist Jeanee Lusby. We hope to see you there!
 

How long will my color last?

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I wish I had a quick and easy answer to this question, but the truth is there are just too many factors to take into consideration.
 
Let’s back up. First, all permanent makeup colors fade over time. This is to be expected. Lighter colors will fade sooner than a medium or dark shade.
 
The sun is the enemy to permanent makeup and to all pigment color for that matter. Wearing sunscreen, hats and sunglasses will help preserve your makeup color. However, if you spend a lot of time outdoors, even with these precautions, you will require more frequent touch-ups.
 
The second enemy to permanent makeup is anti-aging skin care products that promote rapid exfoliation such as alpha hydroxyls, retinolic acid (Retin-A) and glycol products. All are wonderful for the skin, they just should not be applied to areas that have been re-pigmented with permanent makeup color, as they will slowly fade it away.
 
Now, let’s talk about the skin before permanent makeup is applied. The healthier the skin, the longer the color will last. Sadly, many of us grew up in a time where our definition of sunscreen was baby oil. Yes, I know that the ozone did exist back then, but still…our skin does have some (hopefully) minimal, permanent sun damage that affects the dermal layer. This happens to be the section of the skin where the color needs to be implanted. Simply stated, the healthier this layer, the better the color retention. Other factors such as smoking and certain medications will compromise the integrity of the dermis as well. So there you have it, there really is no quick and easy answer to the question…"How long will my color last?”
 
When the color does fade to a lighter shade, a simple touch up in my office will make your color look brand new. Remember, permanent makeup is a low not no maintenance procedure.
 

Refer a friend to Naturalook for a new area of permanent cosmetics, and get your touch up FREE.

Humane Society’s Walk for Animals

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NaturaLook and Lusby Vision Institute will be at the San Diego Humane Society’s Walk for Animals on Saturday, May 3rd at Crown Point Shores, Mission Bay from 7:00am-12:00pm.

Erika and Jim will be there all morning to answer any questions about Permanent Cosmetics, LASIK surgery, and the new Multi-focal IOL surgery. It is a great opportunity to get more information about Jeanee Lusby, our Permanent Makeup Artist, and Dr. Franklin Lusby, our premier ocular surgeon.

You can schedule a complimentary consultation and enter our drawing. Lusby Vision Institute will be giving away a free LASIK surgery, and NaturaLook, a permanent cosmetic procedure (eyeliner or eyebrows).

So please stop by our booth and say hello to Jim and Erika and find out if LASIK surgery or Permanent Cosmetics is right for you!

Get your legs ready for summer with sclerotherapy at NaturaLook Medical

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NaturaLook Medical doesn’t just specialize in Permanent Cosmetics. Some of our other services include tissue fillers like, Botox and Restylane, Blu Light Acne Treatment, and leg vein therapy, also known as sclerotherapy.

Sclerotherapy is a simple procedure that helps remove spider veins (small purple and red blood vessels). The veins are injected with a sclerosing solution, which causes them to fade from view with relatively no pain. Typical treatments last about 30 minutes. It may also help eliminate symptoms associated with spider veins, including burning, aching and swelling.

This technique has been used in Europe for more than 50 years. Patients have no downtime and can resume work and all normal activities immediately following treatments. It is a safe, time-proven method and an excellent alternative to surgery or laser treatments, which can be painful and uncomfortable.

So get your legs ready for the warm weather and beach life. Wear your shorts and swimsuits with pride this summer. Consider sclerotherapy at NaturaLook, to improve the appearance of your legs. Complimentary consultations.
 

Permanent Eyeliner-Advanced Custom Smudged Designs

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Attempting to create a beautiful, lasting “smudged” look with permanent makeup is one of my most challenging procedures. To make matters even more intense, my clients’ expectations seem to be the highest with this particular procedure.

Over the years, I have perfected a “color washing” technique that is specifically unique to my practice here at NaturaLook in La Jolla, CA. This difficult, yet delicate technique of layered, multi-colors implanted on the eyelid has quickly become the most sought after procedure in my San Diego practice.

Unlike, traditional permanent eyeliner where pigment is tattooed in the lash line, color wash liner is achieved by implanted 3-4 layers of graduated custom shades in a “washed” fashion up the eyelid. Oftentimes this process will require more than one visit to achieve that smoky, smudged look that so many women design with conventional makeup.

Permanent cosmetic makeup (micropigmentation) has come a long way over the past 10 years from pigments, machines and designs.  It truly is a unique art that takes years of dedication and practice. 

For helpful questions and considerations when choosing an artist, go to our website at naturalook.com and click on "Helpful Guidelines When Choosing a Permanent Makeup Artist".

 Consultations are always complimentary. Call anytime, Thank you

Head To Toe Women’s Expo

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Thank you all for stopping by the NaturaLook booth at the Women’s Head to Toe Expo last weekend at the Del Mar Fairgounds. We had the pleasure of meeting many ladies interested in Permanent Cosmetic Makeup. It was so nice to talk face to face with everyone and actually have time to educate everyone about permanent cosmetics and about our many years of experience in this industry here in San Diego.

Jeanee Lusby, our permanent makeup artist, spent time on Saturday performing complimentary brow shaping. Thank you to all who participated. We had a great turnout. Hopefully Jeanee was able to give you some good tips on eyebrow shaping, color and the benefits of having permanent makeup.

Thank you to everyone who entered our free drawing for Permanent Cosmetic Eyebrows or Eyeliner. Congratulations to Sara our permanent eyeliner winner!

If you missed out on the expo don’t worry. We will be back this fall. It is a great place to do you all your Christmas shopping. Call NaturaLook to get on our VIP list for free passes.