Permanent Makeup (PMU)

AMA Permanent Make-Up (PMU) Programs

AMA Academy is excited to offer a 7-Day Fundamental Permanent Cosmetics Training at our Houston Training Center. Upon completion of this program, you'll earn a Certificate of Completion and 100 hours in permanent makeup education. Our goal is to ensure that every graduate leaves with the artistic creativity, technical expertise, and business acumen required to thrive in this growing industry.

This training is ideal for both aspiring artists and experienced professionals. Whether you're brand new to the world of permanent makeup or looking to enhance your skills to elevate your current practice, our program offers unmatched quality and support. We take pride in providing lifelong assistance—before, during, and after your training—ensuring you have everything you need to succeed long-term.

Due to popular demand from our students, we've restructured our comprehensive 7-Day Fundamental Permanent Makeup Training Program into specialized classes: 3 days focused on Ombre Brows, 2 days dedicated to Lip Blush, and 2 days covering Eyeliner and Lash Line Enhancement techniques.

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3-DAY AMA BROWS AND FUNDAMENTALS OF PERMANENT MAKEUP

You will learn the AMA technique for creating the ombre brows. A new technique of creating the most exquisite gradient Ombre blended brows. From mapping the brows that are natural and fit specifically for each client based on the client's facial structure to understanding the color theory, setting up the work tray, stretching technique & performing the procedure from A to Z.

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2-DAY AMA EYELINERS

You will learn 3 different styles of eyeliners:

  • Basic Lash Enhancement
  • Smokey Eyeliners
  • Stardust Eyeliners
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2-DAY AMA LIP BLUSH

You will learn AMA Technique in creating the most natural lip blush with minimal pain and long lasting color.

Our comprehensive 7-Day PMU Training Program is a total of 100 hours, thoughtfully designed to ensure you receive both the theoretical knowledge and practical experience necessary to excel in the Permanent Makeup industry. The program is divided into 35 hours of preliminary study, where you’ll learn the foundational concepts of PMU, followed by 65 hours of in-class hands-on training, allowing you to apply your knowledge and gain real-world experience. This blend of study and practical application ensures that our students leave with the confidence and competence to start a successful career in this rapidly growing field.

This training is ideal for beginners with no prior experience, as well as microblading artists looking to expand their skill set into permanent makeup. Whether you're completely new to the industry or seeking to add more advanced services to your repertoire, our course will teach you the essential techniques needed to create stunning, natural-looking eyebrows, eyeliners, and lip blushes. By the end of the program, you will have a solid foundation in PMU, enabling you to confidently offer these high-demand services to clients.

Our curriculum covers everything from skin anatomy and color theory to sanitation practices and client consultation techniques, ensuring that you not only develop your artistic skills but also understand the business and safety aspects of working in the PMU industry. You’ll learn how to design customized eyebrow shapes, create precise eyeliner and lash line enhancements, and provide long-lasting lip blush results. Additionally, we’ll teach you how to troubleshoot common issues, market your services, and maintain a thriving PMU business.

Each student will receive a comprehensive PMU Student Kit, which is included as part of the training. The kit is packed with high-quality tools and products to ensure you have everything you need to get started immediately. The kit includes the AMA Professional Digital PMU Machine, a selection of professional-grade pigments, eyebrow dividers, eyebrow pencils, lip pencils, practice latex skins, and much more. These tools are essential for refining your techniques and practicing on your own time, so you’ll be fully prepared to work on clients as soon as you complete the program.

Whether you’re just starting your journey in the permanent makeup field or looking to refine and expand your existing skills, our 7-Day PMU Training Program will provide you with the education, support, and tools to launch a successful career in this exciting and lucrative industry.

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What you will learn in class

  • Introduction to Permanent Makeup or Cosmetics
  • Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control Certification for the Tattooing Industry
  • Medical & Health Conditions
  • MRI & Laser Procedures
  • Skin, Eye, & Lip Anatomy
  • Safe Practices for Permanent Makeup Technicians
  • Choosing the right client
  • Patch testing
  • Pain & Anesthetics
  • Technical application of Permanent Makeup (stretching, accurate insertion, proper angle, depth, etc.)
  • Types of equipment used
  • Needles configurations
  • Types of pigments
  • Color Theory
  • Skin types and pigment selection
  • Correction of old Permanent Makeup
  • The healing process & prevention of premature permanent makeup color fading
  • AMA 7-Point Brow Mapping™
  • AMA Technique to create natural ombre eyebrow
  • Lip Procedures – Ombre Soft Fill, Soft Blush Color, & Full Lip
  • Eyeliner, Smokey Eyeliner & Lash Enhancement Procedures
  • Pre/Post procedures care including aftercare instruction for client
  • Conducting efficient consultation & Photography
  • Document release and client document – All paperwork required including Consent Forms and Questionnaire
  • And much more...

Course Benefits

  • Opportunity to increase your income up to 10 times
  • In-depth coverage of every step of the procedure
  • Practice on both artificial skin and live models
  • Student discount on all our products
  • Your name and contact number will be added to our AMA Artist Directory so clients can call you for services
  • Start-up kit includes AMA Professional Digital PMU Machine, Pigments, Eyebrow Divider, Eyebrow Pencils, Lip Pencils, Practice Latex Skins. Everything you need to start up your business.
  • AMA Permanent Makeup Manual
  • Lifetime support & unlimited training
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Certificate Requirements

Pre-class requirements. Before the class, you must take the Blood Borne Pathogen training and obtain the BBP certificate. Without your BBP certificate, you won't be able to work on your live model.

Certificate requirements. To earn a Certificate of Completion with 100 hours in Permanent Makeup, you must complete all three classes (3 days of Ombre Brows, 2 days of Eyeliner, and 2 days of Lip Blush) and demonstrate each procedure on a live model. You are required to bring your own models for all three procedures (Ombre Brows, Lip Blush, & Eyeliner).

Once you've successfully completed the 7-Day training (all 3 classes) and performed all three procedures on live models, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for the 7-Day PMU Fundamentals Program with 100 hours. If you opt to take individual classes, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for each specific class attended.

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