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Lip Blush Course
The Lip Blush Course teaches complete beginners how to map the lips, select suitable pigments and perform semi-permanent lip colour treatments using a professional SPMU machine.
The course combines one day of online study with one full day of practical academy training.
You will learn how to assess the client, map the lips, select pigments, prepare the SPMU machine and apply colour using controlled techniques.
Practical training includes tutor demonstrations, practice-skin work and supervised treatments on two live models.
After successful completion, you will receive an ABT-accredited Lip Blush Diploma. A complete SPMU machine and treatment kit are included in the £1,500 course price.
What Is Lip Blush?
Lip blush is a semi-permanent makeup treatment that deposits pigment into the lips using a professional SPMU machine and needle cartridge.
The treatment is designed to enhance the visible colour, border and shape of suitable clients’ lips.
Lip blush may help create the appearance of:
- More defined lip borders
- A more balanced-looking lip shape
- More even-looking lip colour
- A soft tinted finish
- A fuller-looking lip without adding physical volume
Healed results vary according to the client’s natural lip tone, skin response, pigment selection, technique and aftercare.
Lip Mapping and Shape Design
Careful mapping is required before pigment is applied.
You will learn how to:
- Assess the client’s natural lip shape
- Review visible asymmetry
- Identify the natural lip border
- Create a balanced treatment outline
- Use mapping thread and a mapping pencil
- Check the shape from different angles
- Gain the client’s approval before treatment
Lip blush enhances the existing lip area. It should not be used to draw significantly beyond the natural lip border.
Colour Theory and Pigment Selection
You will study colour theory and learn how to choose a suitable pigment for the client.
Product selection should consider:
- The client’s natural lip tone
- Skin undertone
- The requested healed result
- Warm and cool pigment properties
- How pigment may change during healing
- Existing colour within the lips
The colour seen immediately after treatment will usually appear stronger than the final healed result.
Client Consultation
A detailed consultation must take place before treatment.
You will learn how to discuss:
- The client’s treatment goals
- Relevant medical information
- Medication
- Allergies and sensitivities
- Previous lip treatments
- Previous SPMU procedures
- History of reactions or complications
- Contraindications
- Expected healed results
- Consent and treatment records
The consultation helps you decide whether the client is suitable or whether treatment should be changed, delayed or refused.
SPMU Machine and Needle Training
You will learn how to prepare and operate the professional SPMU machine included with the course.
The practical training covers:
- Machine setup
- Needle cartridge selection
- Machine grip and hand position
- Speed and pressure control
- Working at a suitable depth
- Creating consistent pigment coverage
- Monitoring the skin response
- Cleaning and protecting the machine
- Safe cartridge disposal
You must follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the machine, cartridges and pigments used.
Practice Skin and Live Model Training
You will begin by practising mapping and machine techniques on synthetic practice skin.
Once your tutor is satisfied with your preparation and control, you will progress to supervised treatments on two live models.
The model sessions include:
- Client consultation
- Lip assessment
- Colour selection
- Lip mapping
- Preparing the treatment area
- Machine and cartridge preparation
- Controlled pigment application
- Monitoring client comfort
- Completing treatment records
- Providing aftercare advice
Risks, Side Effects and Contraindications
Lip blush is an invasive semi-permanent makeup treatment and carries risks and possible side effects.
You will learn how to explain these clearly and obtain informed consent.
The course covers:
- Expected swelling and tenderness
- Temporary changes in colour
- Possible pigment reactions
- Infection risks
- Uneven pigment retention
- Recognising an unsuitable response
- When treatment should be stopped
- When the client should seek medical advice
You will also learn how to identify contraindications that may require treatment to be adapted, delayed or refused.
Health, Safety and Licensing
Strict hygiene and infection-control procedures are required when performing lip blush treatments.
The course covers:
- Preparing a hygienic treatment area
- Hand hygiene
- Personal protective equipment
- Preparing the client’s lips
- Using sterile and single-use items
- Preventing cross-contamination
- Safe needle cartridge handling
- Sharps disposal
- Cleaning the machine and surfaces
- Keeping accurate treatment records
- Relevant licensing requirements
You must confirm the licensing, premises, clinical-waste and insurance requirements that apply in your working area.
Online Lip Blush Theory
You will receive lifetime access to the online study manual.
The manual supports the practical training and can be revisited after completing the course.
The online theory covers:
- Relevant Anatomy and Physiology
- Health and safety
- Professional hygiene
- Licensing requirements
- Client consultation
- Contraindications
- Client suitability
- Risks and side effects
- Colour theory
- Pigment selection
- Lip mapping
- Machine knowledge
- Homecare and aftercare
Full Lip Blush Kit Included
A complete professional kit is included in the £1,500 course price.
The kit includes:
- Professional SPMU machine
- Perma Blend pigments
- Needle cartridges
- Mapping thread
- Callipers
- Practice skin
- Pigment holders
- Mapping pencil
- Machine grip wrap
- Treatment consumables
The included equipment allows you to continue practising after completing the academy training.
Lip Blush Aftercare
Clients must receive clear aftercare instructions following treatment.
You will learn how to explain:
- Expected short-term swelling and tenderness
- The normal healing process
- How to keep the area clean
- Which products should be avoided
- How to protect the treated lips
- Why picking or peeling should be avoided
- When a top-up appointment may be considered
- When the client should seek further advice
Aftercare should be provided verbally and in writing.
What You Will Learn
- Relevant Anatomy and Physiology
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing requirements
- Client consultation
- Client suitability
- Contraindications
- Risks and possible side effects
- Managing client expectations
- Lip assessment
- Lip mapping
- Colour theory
- Pigment selection
- SPMU machine setup
- Needle cartridge selection
- Depth and pressure control
- Practice-skin techniques
- Live model treatments
- Homecare and aftercare
Who Is This Course For?
The Lip Blush Course is suitable for:
- Complete beginners
- Beauty professionals entering SPMU
- People planning to work as lip blush artists
- Professionals expanding an existing treatment menu
- Students planning to work in an SPMU clinic
- People planning to establish their own SPMU business
No previous lip blush or semi-permanent makeup experience is required.
What Can This Course Lead To?
After successful completion, you may work towards offering lip blush treatments professionally.
Possible routes include:
- Working as a lip blush artist
- Working in an SPMU or aesthetics clinic
- Adding lip blush to an existing beauty business
- Working from suitably licensed premises
- Starting an independent SPMU business
You must arrange suitable professional insurance and meet any applicable licensing, premises and clinical-waste requirements before treating clients.
Lip Blush Course Details
Suitable For
Complete beginners and existing beauty professionals.
Entry Requirements
No previous lip blush or SPMU qualification is required.
Qualification
ABT-accredited Lip Blush Diploma.
Course Duration
Two training days in total:
- One day of online portal study
- One full practical academy training day
Class Time
Practical training runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm in Glasgow and Aberdeen. Class times can vary.
Model Requirement
- First model required at 1:00pm
- Second model required at 3:00pm
Course Kit
A full SPMU machine, Perma Blend pigments, cartridges, mapping tools, practice skin and consumables are included.
Course Price
£1,500, including the full professional kit.
Online Access
Lifetime access to the online study manual is included.
Accreditation and Insurance
The course leads to ABT-accredited certification after successful completion.
You must arrange suitable professional insurance and meet any applicable licensing requirements before offering treatments.
Training Locations
The course is available at our Glasgow and Aberdeen beauty training academies.
Lip Blush Course FAQs
Is the Lip Blush Course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course is suitable for complete beginners, and no previous lip blush or semi-permanent makeup qualification is required.
How is the course delivered?
The course includes one day of online portal study followed by one full practical academy training day from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Do I receive a full Lip Blush kit?
Yes. The course includes an SPMU machine, Perma Blend pigments, needle cartridges, mapping tools, practice skin and treatment consumables.
Is the kit included in the £1,500 price?
Yes. The complete professional Lip Blush kit is included in the £1,500 course price.
Do I need to bring models?
Yes. Two suitable models are required. The first model is required at 1:00pm and the second model is required at 3:00pm.
What if I cannot find a model?
Try posting in suitable local model groups on social media. Contact the academy near the course date if you are still unable to arrange suitable models.
What qualification will I receive?
After successful completion, you will receive an ABT-accredited Lip Blush Diploma.
Can I work professionally after completing the course?
The course is accredited and designed to support insurance eligibility after successful completion. You must arrange suitable insurance and meet any applicable licensing and premises requirements.
What should I wear?
Students attending practical training in Glasgow or Aberdeen should wear a beauty tunic, scrubs or suitable all-black clothing.
Can I film the course?
You may record approved tutor demonstrations for personal learning. You must respect the privacy and consent of tutors, students and models.
Do I retain access to the online manual?
Yes. Lifetime access to the online Lip Blush study manual is included.
What if I change my mind or want to change courses?
The Lip Blush Course is non-refundable. Course credit may be offered for a change or cancellation, subject to the academy's booking terms.
