Frontiers in Emerging Multidisciplinary Sciences

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Permanent Makeup as An Element of a Long-Term Self-Care and Emotional Stability Strategy: The Impact of a Constant Feeling of “I Am Well-Groomed” On Self-Esteem

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Abstract

In the present work, permanent makeup (PM) is considered not within the logic of a short-term cosmetic manipulation, but as a component of a long-term self-care strategy that exerts a stable favorable influence on indicators of psychosocial functioning. The relevance of the chosen topic is determined by the rapid expansion of the global PM market, which by 2024 was estimated at 152.4 million US dollars, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9 % up to 2032, as confirmed by industry analytical data, as well as an exceptionally high level of client satisfaction reaching 95%. Within the framework of the study, information on market dynamics, the introduction of technical innovations (including proprietary techniques that make it possible to increase the operational speed of procedures by up to 30%) and psychometric outcomes, assessed using validated instruments recognized in aesthetic medicine, such as FACE-Q, is synthesized for the first time. It is shown that the constant sense of being well-groomed formed by PM reduces daily cognitive load and the level of anxiety associated with the need for regular maintenance of appearance, and correlates with a significant improvement in indicators of psychological well-being and social functioning. Special attention is given to the reconstructive potential of PM, including scar camouflage and areola restoration, which demonstrates a pronounced therapeutic effect on body image integration and the stabilization of self-esteem. It is separately emphasized that the durability of positive outcomes is directly determined by adherence to high professional standards (including, in particular, licensing requirements in the USA and the presence of BBP certification), which makes it possible to substantially minimize dermatological risks and associated complications.

How to Cite

Voskanian, A. (2026). Permanent Makeup as An Element of a Long-Term Self-Care and Emotional Stability Strategy: The Impact of a Constant Feeling of “I Am Well-Groomed” On Self-Esteem. Frontiers in Emerging Multidisciplinary Sciences, 3(02), 75–84. Retrieved from https://irjernet.com/index.php/fems/article/view/378

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