Avenue 42

Avenue 42 We specialize in Nanobrows, Powderbrows Combo/Hybrid Brows, Microblading. Permanent Eyeliner and Lips We also offer saline removal/lightening

Permanent Makeup including microblading, powder brows, permanent eyeliner and lip blushing.

06/03/2026

It may be time for a refresh… but it also may not be!
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A lot of clients assume that once their permanent makeup fades a little, it’s automatically time to book again.
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But the truth is?
At the end of the day, it comes down to two things:
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✨ Personal preference
✨ Pigment percentage still left in the skin
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Some clients actually prefer a softer, lighter healed result over time and feel it blends better with their features, hair colour, makeup style, or overall look.
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And then there’s the skin itself.
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🖊️Think of it like colouring on a piece of paper with felt. If you keep layering colour over top, everything just gets darker and muddier… and not in the way you intended.
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Skin works the same way.
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🤔 If there’s still too much pigment left in the skin, adding more on top won’t necessarily give you the fresh, crisp result you’re hoping for.
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That’s why I always recommend sending photos/videos or having a consult before booking your refresh appointment.
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✅Sometimes your permanent makeup is ready.
❌And sometimes your skin says, “not yet.” 😅
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The goal is always beautiful, healed results… not just adding more pigment for the sake of it.
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So if you’re unsure whether it’s time for a refresh, please reach out first before booking. I’m always happy to guide you in the right direction.
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👉👉👉But if you’re booking your permanent makeup for the first time or we’ve already had a consult about a refresh, you can book at one of my two locations:
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📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside
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So tell me… do you prefer a softer healed look over time, or do you love a bolder refreshed look?

05/27/2026

Lip blush… but make it a little mysterious... 🦙

Sometimes we have to improvise… but we make it work, even if it’s behind a llama disguise.

💋If your lips feel a little dull, uneven, or not as defined as they used to be… you’re not alone.

Some of us were never born with that naturally bright, even lip colour. Others notice over time that their lips fade, lose definition, or start to look a little patchy.

😅 They’re small things… but they can make a big difference in how your face looks overall.

A lot of clients aren’t looking for “more makeup” ... they just want their lips to look fresh again.

💄And we all love a good lipstick and liner to enhance our lips but... Lip blush gives you that same polished baseline without having to start from scratch every day.

You can still add more when you want to... but you won’t feel like you have to.

🙌 Instead of correcting those little things every morning… they’re just handled.

And as we age, we naturally lose colour and definition, which can make our smile look less prominent.

Lip blush brings that back, subtly and beautifully.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐭:

💋 Correct asymmetry or lopsided lips so your shape looks more balanced
💋 Cover certain scars or imperfections for a smoother overall appearance
💋 Even out tone and neutralize darkness caused by melanin, scarring, hormones, or past trauma
💋 Create the illusion of fuller lips through shape and colour placement
💋 Bring life back to dull-looking lips with a soft, healthy tint

And the best part?
Your colour is completely customized to you.

Ready for lips that look put together… even when you’re not?
Book & one of my two locations using the link in my bio.

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

Be honest… are you team llama disguise or showing them off?

05/20/2026

I’ll take care of you…🥰
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Whether you heard about me from a friend or found me on social and thought, “okay… It’s time....”
💯I’m with you every step of the way.
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Have questions before you book? Reach out anytime. My DMs are always open!
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🏝️ When you do book, keep your schedule in mind... permanent makeup needs the right environment to heal, so try not to plan a beach vacay right after (sun & water aren’t a good mix for healing permanent makeup).
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💄When you arrive, you’ll complete a quick intake form, and we’ll chat about what you’re looking for.
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From there, I map everything out so you can approve & feel comfortable in the direction we are taking before we start.
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😴 Next, we numb the area, and I get to work creating your brows, liner, or lips. And... if you fall asleep… no worries! It’s very common!
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Then comes the best part. THE REVEAL! 😍 This is where you admire your new permanent makeup & say, “I wish I did this sooner!”
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✨ After that, I walk you through aftercare, send you home with a kit, book your touch-up (included to refine the details and make sure everything heals beautifully), and if you have any questions, please feel free to message me!
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Because yes… It IS funny to compare me to “him”, but the standard I set IS REAL:
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I listen, I explain things, I understand your skin, your end goal, and I make sure you leave happy & prepared.
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👉👉👉 Ready to be taken care of? Book via the link in my bio. You have two locations to choose from!
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📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside
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So tell me… is he doing all that? 😏
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05/13/2026

Wouldn’t you agree? 😏

Black permanent eyeliner just hits different.

😍 My client’s liner? Clean, crisp, and doing exactly what it’s supposed to do... framing the eyes, adding depth, and pulling everything together effortlessly.

And let’s be honest… life is a lot better when you don’t have to draw your eyeliner on every single day.

😅 Because if you know, you know.
One eye turns out perfect…
the other looks like it had a rough night out.

Matching eyeliner is a whole different level of struggle. At least with permanent eyeliner, you wake up with a baseline that already enhances your features. Add a little makeup if you want, or don’t. You already look put together.

And here’s the thing people don’t always realize:

🙌 A well-placed liner can open your eyes, make you look more awake, refreshed, even younger.

But when it’s not done right? It can do the exact opposite... dragging the eye down, making you look tired or harsh.😩

Technique matters. Placement matters. Experience matters.

🫶 This is also a game-changer for anyone who struggles with applying eyeliner, whether it’s shaky hands, grip issues, or just not seeing as clearly as you used to. No more battling with pencils and trying to “fix” it 5 times before leaving the house.

Just wake up… and go.

👀 I offer permanent eyeliner in classic black or softer shades, with options for top liner, bottom liner, or lash line enhancement, whether you want subtle definition or something a little more bold.

👉👉👉 Ready to make your life easier (and your eyes look that good every day)? Book via the link in my bio.

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

Would you go subtle… or bold?

05/06/2026

Tips to find the perfect permanent makeup artist 👇

Even if you don’t choose to work with me, make sure you choose someone who truly has your best interests in mind.

🙅‍♀️ Because making a mistake is NOT an option when we’re talking about your face.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 (𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝):

✅ Brows should be customized to YOU — not a cookie-cutter repeat
✅ You should see healed results (not just “immediately after”)
✅ Your artist should understand colour theory, skin types, and what technique will actually work for you (grey, orange, or blue brows are not the goal)
✅ Your appointment should never feel rushed — you deserve time, care, and attention
✅ Photos should look real — not overly edited. Skin has texture… that’s normal
✅ You should feel informed, not confused, every step of the way
✅ A follow-up touch-up should be included to perfect results
✅ You should leave with clear aftercare instructions + a take-home kit

And most importantly: HONESTY
What you want and what your skin will hold aren’t always the same. The right artist will guide you — not just say yes.

🙋‍♀️ Ready to book with an artist who checks all the boxes?
Book via the link in my bio.

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

Have questions? Don’t be shy — send me a DM 💬

04/29/2026

Trust the process… your brows may not be done yet! 👀

Right after your first session, it’s completely normal for your brows to appear a little darker and more defined than the final result.

✨ Some clients love that look right away… others need a little time to heal, but both feelings are completely normal.

As your brows heal, the pigment settles into the skin, softens, and lightens, revealing a more natural, balanced result.

✅ That healed stage is what your artist is actually planning for.

Because great permanent makeup isn’t just about how your brows look the day of… it’s about how they heal, how they age, and how they work with your skin over time.

💯 This is why it’s so important to look at healed results when choosing a permanent makeup artist.

It takes experience to understand pigment, colour theory, and different skin types, and to create brows that will still look beautiful weeks (and years) down the road.

Sometimes your brows may look exactly how you imagined right away…

and sometimes they need a little healing and time to settle into that final, polished look.

Either way, your trust in a permanent makeup artist who not only has the right training, experience and heart, is the one you need to go with.

👉👉👉 Ready to move forward and get your dream brows?

My calendar fills quickly, so scheduling ahead gives you the best choice of dates. Link in bio to book:

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

Which stage do you love more… fresh or healed?

04/22/2026

Need an excuse? I got you! 😉

And let’s be real... when we say, “Specialist appointment,” it isn’t far from the truth!

Because a great permanent makeup artist doesn’t just “draw on brows.” They are, in fact, a specialist in so many ways.

👀 And there’s a lot more going on behind the scenes than most people realize…

Understanding how skin behaves.
How pigment heals and fades.
How different techniques sit in different skin types.
And how your results will look not just today… but months and years from now.

🙅‍♀️ And this is where many go wrong before booking.

They choose based on a photo they like… without realizing that not every style will work for their skin long-term.

They don’t fully understand the healing process (yes, there’s a whole phase where things can look bold, then patchy, then settle).

They assume it replaces makeup completely, when in reality, it enhances your base depending on the look you’re going for.

It’s not just about “doing brows”… it’s about making informed decisions that affect your results long after you leave the chair.

✅ That’s where education and experience come in.

Because this isn’t copy and paste. It’s customized to you, your features, your skin, your lifestyle, and what you actually want long-term.

😉 So yes… if you need an excuse to step out for an “appointment”… this one actually makes your daily routine a whole lot easier.

Ready to get it done the right way? Book at one of my two locations below using the link in my bio. 👇

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

👉 Have you been checking out photos of brows & wondering if they’re a good fit for you?

04/15/2026

Who doesn’t want more? 🤷‍♀️

Most people think permanent makeup has to be done one feature at a time.

Brows.
Liner.
Lips.

🤔 Separate appointments… separate results.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

When you look at the face as a whole, it’s not just about adding features… It’s about how everything works together.

✨ When two areas are designed at the same time, they’re mapped to complement each other… not compete.

In this case, my client had her brows & eyeliner done together, and you can see how seamlessly they flow.

😍 That’s the difference.

Not more noticeable… More refined.

The end result?

🙌 You still look like you, just more put together, more balanced, and with way less effort day to day.

❌ No trying to make everything match
❌ No second guessing your makeup
✔️ Just a look that works—with or without it

If you’re thinking about doing more than one area, you can book multiple services together so everything is planned cohesively from the start.

👉 Link in bio to book your appointment:

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

Not sure what’s best for you? Send me a message. I’m happy to help you figure it out before you book.

👀 Would you do one feature at a time… or go all in for a more complete look?

04/01/2026

Permanent makeup might mean less effort. But...

There’s something many people don’t realize once they get it done.

✅ It makes your routine easier, faster, & more flexible…
➡️ But it doesn’t always mean you’ll never use makeup again.

You’ll spend way less time fixing uneven brows, lip lines, or eyeliner.

🙌 That alone is a game-changer.

But here’s where it gets even better…

💁‍♀️ When you do choose to wear makeup, everything goes on smoother, blends better, and looks more polished with LESS product.

Your baseline is already there.

And this is the big one…
🔥You now have options.

Some clients don’t touch their brows, lips, or liner at all because they LOVE how they look as-is.

Others like to build on top depending on the look they’re going for.

💯 You’re never required to wear makeup… but you can if you want your overall look to feel more elevated or cohesive.

Because the goal isn’t to replace your makeup bag.
It’s to give you a natural, effortless foundation that works with you.

Keep in mind, trends change, your face changes, & your lifestyle evolves too.

👍 That’s why we focus on enhancing, not overdoing.

Think of it like this…
You wake up already looking put together.
✨ Anything extra is just a bonus.

➤➤➤ Ready to enjoy the ease & confidence of permanent makeup? Book your permanent eyebrows, eyeliner, or lip blush (or all of the above), use the link in my bio!

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

Have questions or concerns? Drop them below!

03/25/2026

Take a deep breath… this is part of the process 😅

Permanent makeup healing is a journey, and yes, it can feel like a bit of a rollercoaster for some.

😍 One day you’re obsessed…
The next day they feel too dark…
Then suddenly they’re flaking…
😱And at some point, you might think they’ve disappeared completely

Totally normal. 👍

Not everyone will go through every stage, but many clients experience some level of this “what is happening!?” moment.

✨What’s actually happening is your skin is healing, regenerating, and settling the pigment, which can make your brows look lighter, patchy, or even like they vanished before they come back.

This is where I say: 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒

🙌 And I promise… when they settle, it’s SO worth it.

Less time getting ready, more confidence walking out the door.

👉👉👉 Are you ready for your brow transformation? Book at one of my two locations. Link in bio:

📍Langley: 20419 Douglas Crescent inside .langley
📍Grand Forks: #7-317 Market Ave inside

And don’t forget, my inbox is always open if you have questions or concerns 💌

Now that you have all this information... will you stay calm? Or panic? Either way.... I’m here for you!

Address

20419 Douglas Crescent
Langley, BC
V3A4B6

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 11:30am - 8:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+16048257494

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