Overview
Permanent makeup is sold for the years it lasts, and the touch-up at 18 months is the line that decides retention
Permanent makeup (or cosmetic tattooing, depending on the market) is the semi-permanent procedure for brows (microblading, ombre, powder brow), eyeliner, lip blush, and increasingly the medical work for areola restoration after breast surgery and scar camouflage. The customer is choosing a procedure that lasts 12 to 36 months depending on the technique and the skin type, and the work is part the initial appointment (typically 2 to 3 hours) and part the follow-up at 6 to 8 weeks where the artist refines the result. The cost shape is high per session but lower per-month than the customer's daily makeup. A flat 'microblading, $480' quote without the follow-up, the colour boost at 18 months, and the consent paperwork misses how the trade actually delivers.
QuoteGenio gives permanent makeup artists a quoting shape that fits the regulated trade. Consultation and consent paperwork as the first line, procedure by technique (microblading, ombre brow, powder brow, eyeliner, lip blush, areola restoration) with the time and aftercare named, follow-up appointment at 6 to 8 weeks included in the initial fee, colour boost at 12 or 18 months at a discounted rate, medical referral note where the procedure is post-surgical, and an aftercare pack supplied. Send via WhatsApp or email to the customer, take a deposit at booking (often non-refundable as a date-lock), and the final invoice closes after the first follow-up with photos for the artist's portfolio.
Who it is for
Who uses QuoteGenio
Built for every kind of permanent Makeup business, from solo operators to multi-crew teams.
The problem
The quoting problems most permanent Makeup run into
Quoting is one of the most time-consuming parts of running a permanent Makeup business. The wrong tool makes it worse.
Quotes take too long to write
You end up writing quotes after hours instead of being on the tools or at home. Admin is eating into your day as a permanent Makeup.
Quotes look inconsistent
Without a template, every quote reads differently. Clients comparing multiple permanent Makeup pick whoever looks the most professional, not always the best price.
Slow responses lose jobs
Clients rarely wait. If your quote takes a day, they've already accepted one from a Permanent Makeup who responded within the hour.
The fix
QuoteGenio fixes that
A faster, cleaner quoting workflow designed for how permanent Makeup actually work. On-site, on the move, and under pressure.
The payoff
What you get with QuoteGenio
The everyday wins that add up across a year of quoting and invoicing.
Built for permanent Makeup
Line items for labour, materials, call-out fees, and tax. Everything a permanent Makeup quote needs, nothing it doesn't.
Works from your phone
Create and send a quote while you're still on the job. No laptop needed. Just your phone.
Quote in under 2 minutes
A structured workflow that gets you from blank page to sent quote before your next call.
Track payments easily
Know which invoices are outstanding and follow up with one tap. No spreadsheets required.
Built for your trade
Quoting calibrated to how permanent makeup actually work
Pick your trade in Settings and the entire quote flow switches to fit. Line item presets, compliance fields, on-the-quote calculators, and per-m² / after-hours pricing all change to match your industry.
Trade-specific line items
Quick add picker pre-fills the common items your trade quotes. Skip the blank rows.
Brand-specific catalogues
Pylontech, Hikvision, Canadian Solar, Sunsynk and others pre-named. Pick the brand, the description writes itself.
Compliance fields built in
IOPSA, ECASA, PIRB, PSIRA, NHBRC, SAQCC. Set once. Every quote prints them under FROM.
Registration expiry alerts
Dashboard notification 60 days before your PSIRA, CoC or any dated registration lapses.
Per-m² / hour / day billing
Unit selector on every line item: m², hr, linear m, days. Stop doing the maths externally.
After-hours and emergency
1.5× and 2× multipliers as a one-tap toggle. Customer sees the breakdown on the quote.
Quote-flow calculators
Solar size, battery backup, cable run cost. Compute on the spot, drop straight onto the quote.
Staged payments
Deposit on acceptance + balance on completion as two separate amounts on the quote PDF.
Scope-of-work checklist
Structured Included / Not included lists. Client acceptance = signing the scope.
Site-survey mode
Log a location per line item: camera positions, fixtures by room, sensors by zone.
Regional rate hints
Pricing ranges per item per currency shown as you quote.
Free on every plan
All of the above included on the free plan. Premium is for capacity, not the trade tooling.
Why QuoteGenio
Why Permanent Makeup choose QuoteGenio
The tools that matter most when you are quoting on-site, under pressure, and between jobs.
Quote from your phone
Most Permanent Makeup build and send quotes directly from the job site. No laptop, no office, no delays.
Win more jobs, faster
The first professional quote a client receives usually wins. Respond in minutes, not hours.
Quote to invoice in one click
When the job is accepted, convert to an invoice instantly. No retyping, no double entry.
Pricing guide
What permanent Makeup typically charge
Pricing varies by region, scope, and experience. These ranges give clients a sense of what to expect.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Single session / treatment | $30 - $120 |
| Premium / luxury session | $100 - $280 |
| Course of 3 sessions | $120 - $420 |
| Course of 6 sessions | $240 - $800 |
| Mobile / travel surcharge | $25 - $80 |
Pricing shown in USD as a rough benchmark. Rates vary significantly by country, region, currency, and market.
Call-out fees
Call-out fees for permanent Makeup vary. Many charge $50-$150 for a site visit, often waived if the job is accepted.
Hourly vs fixed pricing
Some permanent Makeup charge hourly ($50-$120/hr), while others prefer fixed project quotes. Fixed pricing is usually better for the client and protects your margin.
See it in action
Example quote breakdown
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Job size
Region
Sample quote
Sample permanent Makeup quote
Initial consultation
Treatment package (4)
Take-home product
| Description | Qty | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | 1 | $ 60.00 | $ 60.00 |
| Treatment package (4) | 4 | $ 95.00 | $ 380 |
| Take-home product | 1 | $ 45.00 | $ 45.00 |
| Subtotal | $ 485 | ||
| Tax (0%) | $ 0.00 | ||
| Total incl. tax | $ 485 | ||
Totals recalculate as you change the controls above. Tax rate inferred from the sample quote.
Peer snapshot
How Permanent Makeup actually use QuoteGenio
Indicative activity for Permanent Makeup on the platform. Use it as a benchmark for how often to quote and how fast to respond.
26
Quotes sent per month
42%
Average quote acceptance
2 min
Median time to send quote
$ 485
Typical quote value
Figures are indicative platform averages for this trade segment.
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Avoid these
Common quoting mistakes
These are the quoting mistakes that cost permanent Makeup the most time and money.
Mistake: Selling sessions instead of outcomes
Better: Frame the quote as a programme with a goal (e.g. '6-session laser course, full underarm clearance'). Patients buy outcomes, not appointments.
Mistake: No deposit on no-show-prone services
Better: Take a 25-50% deposit on premium or long bookings. No-shows kill margins fast.
Mistake: Forgetting cancellation terms
Better: State 24-48 hour cancellation. Without it, gaps in your day are unpaid.
Mistake: Missing the package discount on the quote
Better: Show the per-session price and the bundled price. Bundles convert when the saving is visible.
Mistake: Vague aftercare promises
Better: List aftercare products and follow-ups as line items, not throwaway promises. Patients value what they can see.
Mistake: No add-on options visible
Better: Quote core service plus optional add-ons (eyelash tint, paraffin treatment etc). Customers tick add-ons more than they ask.
Mistake: Plain-text WhatsApp quotes
Better: Use a branded PDF link, even on WhatsApp. Looks 10x more professional and reads better in-app.
Step by step
How to quote permanent Makeup jobs
Quoting as a permanent Makeup starts with understanding the job scope. Visit the site where possible, take measurements, and note any access issues or complications that could affect time or materials. A quote based on real site conditions is always more accurate than one written from a phone call.
Structure your quote with clear line items. Separate labour from materials and include quantities and rates for each. Clients who can see exactly what they are paying for are more likely to accept, and less likely to negotiate or dispute the final amount.
Set a validity period on every quote. Material prices change, and a quote you sent three months ago may no longer be profitable. A 14 to 30 day validity is standard for most permanent Makeup jobs.
Send the quote as soon as possible after the site visit. The permanent Makeup who responds first with a professional document usually wins the job. Use WhatsApp or email to get it in front of the client while the conversation is still fresh.
FAQ
Common questions from permanent Makeup
Everything you need to know before getting started.
Yes. The free plan covers 5 quotes and 2 invoices a month. Premium unlocks unlimited quotes plus recurring invoices for ongoing treatment programmes.
Yes. Build the package as line items (consultation, sessions, take-home product). permanent Makeup use this to sell premium packages with a clear breakdown.
Yes. Quote a deposit line and convert the accepted quote into a deposit invoice. Customer pays online to lock the appointment.
Yes. Every quote has a public link. Acceptance is one tap, no signup required.
Yes. Premium includes recurring invoices, ideal for membership programmes or monthly maintenance treatments.
Yes. Add a mobile or travel surcharge as its own line item, transparent to the client.
Still have questions? We would rather answer them now than after you have signed up.
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