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iColor PMU Lip Mastery Series
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3 Reasons Why You Don’t Get Good Lip Coverage
Professional PMU tips from iColor Academy
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Intro
Smooth and even lip coverage is one of the most difficult tasks in PMU. Even experienced artists sometimes struggle with:
– pigment not taking into the skin
– patchy spots
– irritated skin
– fast swelling
In this letter, we’ll break down the 3 main reasons why pigment doesn’t stay — and how to fix them.
Smooth and even lip coverage is one of the most difficult tasks in PMU. Even experienced artists sometimes struggle with:
– pigment not taking into the skin
– patchy spots
– irritated skin
– fast swelling
In this letter, we’ll break down the 3 main reasons why pigment doesn’t stay — and how to fix them.
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Reason 1 — Too Much Wiping
Excessive wiping removes pigment before it has time to settle and also irritates the skin.
Why this happens:
• wiping after every line
• pads too wet
• rubbing movements
• checking the skin too often
How to fix it:
✔ Wipe once every 2–3 passes
✔ Use lint-free pads or iColor Mousse
✔ Dab gently instead of rubbing
✔ Avoid circular movements
After the first pass, apply iColor Fix over the secondary anesthesia and, without covering with film, leave for a few minutes. Fix soothes the skin well, as even noted by the clients.
Excessive wiping removes pigment before it has time to settle and also irritates the skin.
Why this happens:
• wiping after every line
• pads too wet
• rubbing movements
• checking the skin too often
How to fix it:
✔ Wipe once every 2–3 passes
✔ Use lint-free pads or iColor Mousse
✔ Dab gently instead of rubbing
✔ Avoid circular movements
After the first pass, apply iColor Fix over the secondary anesthesia and, without covering with film, leave for a few minutes. Fix soothes the skin well, as even noted by the clients.
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- Takes off excess pigment without leaving traces of coloring components
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iColor Fix — Liquid patch
It prevents the skin from drying out during the procedure, improves the pigment residue and creates comfort for the client on the day of the procedure.
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More about iColor FIX Liquid Patch
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Reason 2 — Poor Skin Fixation
Incorrect fixation prevents the needle from entering the skin at a stable angle. Instead of going inside, the pigment “skates” over the surface.
Mistakes:
• weak stretch
• pulling instead of pressing
• unstable needle angle
• only one hand used
• client moving the mouth
Correct technique:
✔ Three-point stretch
✔ Press firmly rather than pulling
✔ Keep the angle stable
✔ Work in small zones
✔ Ask the client to relax their lips
Incorrect fixation prevents the needle from entering the skin at a stable angle. Instead of going inside, the pigment “skates” over the surface.
Mistakes:
• weak stretch
• pulling instead of pressing
• unstable needle angle
• only one hand used
• client moving the mouth
Correct technique:
✔ Three-point stretch
✔ Press firmly rather than pulling
✔ Keep the angle stable
✔ Work in small zones
✔ Ask the client to relax their lips
3
Reason 3 — Incorrect Machine Technique
Even high-quality pigments won’t stay if the settings or movements are incorrect.
Common issues:
– speed too high
– speed too low
– unstable pressure
– painting movements
– trying to saturate in one heavy pass
How to fix it:
✔ Work on low–medium speed
✔ Build color gradually
✔ Use correct needle type (1RL / 3RL)
✔ Avoid overworking
✔ Maintain consistent movement
Even high-quality pigments won’t stay if the settings or movements are incorrect.
Common issues:
– speed too high
– speed too low
– unstable pressure
– painting movements
– trying to saturate in one heavy pass
How to fix it:
✔ Work on low–medium speed
✔ Build color gradually
✔ Use correct needle type (1RL / 3RL)
✔ Avoid overworking
✔ Maintain consistent movement
Bonus: Early signs you need to adjust your technique
❌ pigment rolling on the surface
❌ swelling after 10–15 minutes
❌ uneven redness
❌ pigment escaping the needle tip
If you see these signs — adjust stretch, speed or wiping amount.
❌ swelling after 10–15 minutes
❌ uneven redness
❌ pigment escaping the needle tip
If you see these signs — adjust stretch, speed or wiping amount.
Thank you for reading!
This was Letter #1 of our iColor Lip PMU Series.
In the next letter, we’ll talk about client preparation and aftercare:
Next letter: Client Preparation & Care →
This was Letter #1 of our iColor Lip PMU Series.
In the next letter, we’ll talk about client preparation and aftercare:
- what to tell the client before the procedure
- which habits and products can affect pigment retention
- how proper aftercare helps you keep the color even and long-lasting
Next letter: Client Preparation & Care →
From iColor with Love 🤍