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BEGINNER / APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

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Our comprehensive apprenticeship program is designed to teach you the application of permanent eyebrow and eyeliner procedures, offering the foundational skills needed to excel in permanent cosmetics. Once the beginner training is completed, additional advanced training for lip procedures is available. Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate of training.

 

Program Details

  • Total Requirement: 300 hours and 50 supervised procedures (per Missouri regulations).

  • Certification: Necessary to obtain your Missouri tattoo license.

  • Cost: $15,000 (includes tattoo machine, pigments, training manual, and sufficient supplies for the duration of the course).

 

Curriculum Highlights
At So Natural Institute of Permanent Cosmetics, you will gain hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge in topics including:

  • Facts about Tattooing & PMU

  • Tattoo Devices and Needle Information

  • Safe Practices and Techniques for Tattooing

  • Skin and Eye Anatomy, including Facial Muscles

  • Client Selection and History Documentation

  • Pigment Testing and Tattooing Techniques

  • Photographing and Documenting Tattoo Work

  • Understanding Skin Undertones and Fitzpatrick Skin Types IV–VI

  • Traditional Color Theory and Selecting Colorants

  • Morphology and Placement Basics

  • Procedure Preparation, Pain Management, and Anesthesia

  • The Healing Process and Color Fading Prevention

  • Medical Considerations: Conditions, MRI, and Tattooing

  • Psychology of Tattooing and Camouflage Techniques

  • Areola and Nipple Repigmentation

  • Esthetics and Principles of Infection Control

 

Learn from 30 Years of Expertise!
With three decades of experience, So Natural Institute offers unparalleled instruction to prepare you for a successful career in permanent cosmetics.

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Important Licensing Information
For Missouri residents, a total of 300 hours and 50 supervised procedures are required to obtain a state tattoo license. If you plan to practice outside of Missouri, it is your responsibility to verify licensing requirements for your state prior to enrollment.

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Start your journey today and learn from the best!

LIP TRAINING

This is an advanced course, a portfolio of your work and a valid State of Missouri Tattoo License
is REQUIRED. NO EXCEPTIONS. This course is a weekend only and will be scheduled individually. You are required to provide your own models and a total of four models are required. The charge for this weekend training course is $4800.

ONLINE /
Continuing Education Courses 

So Natural Institute of Permanent Cosmetics offers online courses designed specifically for continuing education in the permanent makeup and tattoo industry. These courses provide professionals with the opportunity to enhance their skills, stay current with the latest trends, and master advanced techniques—all from the convenience of their own schedule.

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Our online programs focus exclusively on permanent makeup and tattooing, allowing professionals to delve deeply into advanced topics, explore emerging technologies, and refine their skills with guidance from experienced instructors. This flexible learning format empowers participants to further their knowledge without disrupting their work commitments, ensuring a seamless balance between education and professional responsibilities.

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Key areas covered in our online courses include:

  • Safety Practices & Industry Regulations: Ensure your work meets the highest standards of hygiene and compliance.

  • Advanced Color Theory: Master the art of pigment selection and application.

  • Client Consultation Techniques: Build trust and provide personalized, high-quality service.

  • Cutting-Edge Techniques: Stay competitive by learning the latest advancements in the industry.

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By investing in continuing education, professionals can elevate their practice, remain competitive in the field, and provide clients with the best possible results. So Natural Institute’s online courses are designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver exceptional work while prioritizing client safety and satisfaction.

As a constantly evolving industry moves forward, SoNatural strives to stay current and offering you the most up to date information available. Our training curriculum is ever evolving as the industry changes. Our programs offer the student the most comprehensive hands-on training in the industry.

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ANGELA DURBIN, INSTRUCTOR

Owner, Certified Permanent Cosmetic Practitioner, Trainer Apprenticed under Cheri Durbin, Angela Durbin completed her permanent cosmetics training in 1996.She quickly gained recognition among her colleagues in the Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals (SPCP) for her artistic flair and signature trait – perfectionism with professionalism. She was the youngest to ever serve on the SPCP board of directors from 2004 to 2006 and has been an active member since 1999. She is also called upon as a subject matter expert (SME) as recognized by the (SPCP). Thousands of permanent cosmetic procedures and hundreds of clients later, Angela stands as one of the best in the industry through continuous education within the permanent cosmetic industry. Angela’s expertise and guidance easily create a learning environment in which our students succeed.

SO NATURAL INSTITUTE

OF PERMANENT COSMETICS
664 N New Ballas Rd

Creve Coeur, MO 63141
 

Office 314.786.5434

Text 314.200.5434

sonaturalinfo@gmail.com

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HOURS
Monday ・ 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday・ 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday・ 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday:・9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday・ 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday・ By Appointment Only
Sunday・ Closed

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