PMU Machine Buyer's Guide: How Do I Choose the Best ...

PMU Machine Buyer's Guide: How Do I Choose the Best ...

“What permanent makeup machine should I buy?” Choosing the right machine can seem daunting, but in this buyer’s guide, we aim to offer you resources to help with your purchase, quick tips from pro cosmetic tattoo artists, a checklist of things to consider, and a discussion of your options.

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Resources to Decide on Which Permanent Makeup Machine is for You

We have a handy, new machine comparison chart. On a mobile version, you can compare only the machines you're interested in by selecting or de-selecting them with the “radio button.”

The machine specs are at the top and if you scroll down, you'll see the technique specialization. Click on the image to be taken to the machine comparison chart and check it out for yourself!

Advice from Pro Permanent Makeup Artists

While some artists use one machine primarily 80% of the time, they still occasionally need another machine for specific actions, like tougher skin or detailed work.

Victoria Wynn from New Zealand can’t fathom owning just one machine.

"Personally, I don't think anyone should have just one machine. If your machine breaks, what are you going to do? I mean, I'm in New Zealand, and at minimum, it takes four days to get a new machine if there's one available in the country. What are you doing with your clients if your one machine breaks? You have to cancel them. Have multiple machines," advises Victoria.

Although she’s been using the wireless Flux S as her go-to machine, she swears by having multiple machines just in case and also for the flexibility that machines like the Xion offer.

"Your client is coming to you and laying down and giving you $600. Shouldn't you be giving them the best machine for their skin?"

Lulu Siciliano, co-creator of Microbeau International, states that "buying a machine is like buying a dress," and whenever possible, you should try it out first.

During lockdown, this may not be so easy, although you can always try machines at academies that are still holding in-person classes or watch some very thorough videos!

Checklist of What You Should Consider Before Buying a Permanent Makeup Machine

We might be a bit biased, but it makes sense that a company created and headed by a permanent makeup professional will have the passion and drive to create products that help artists excel.

Artists and clients first: Are the designers from the company you are buying from specifically from the field of tattooing, or are they just an electronics manufacturer?

"Made In" Is the country of origin known for attention to detail and producing quality products?

Customer service: Do you have recourse if you need to reach out to anyone?

Community: Do you have a group of professionals that know the machine and you can turn to for advice?

Other artists’ reviews: What is your colleagues’ experience with the machines and the company?

Compatibility with standard needle cartridges: Some machines only accept proprietary needles from the same company that sells you the machine. This is limiting and could cause a financial burden.

Medical-grade components: Permanent makeup machines puncture people's skin with needles. For your clients' safety, insist on medical-grade components made in a highly sanitized manufacturing plant. This ensures not only client safety but also a long-lasting, reliable machine.

Services you offer: What services do you offer the most? Find a machine whose specifications enhance your services.

Your force of hand and speed at which you work: This is personal. Listen to other artists, especially those who work similarly to you in terms of pressure, voltage, specialization, and speed.

"Talking you through" to Arrive at Your Ideal Micropigmentation Machine

1. Are you heavy-handed and prefer a machine whose weight helps deposit the pigment easier?

Artists who prefer a strong machine with a long stroke love the wireless Flux S. With a long battery life of up to 10 hours, it's been a revolution in the industry.

Those looking for more subtle control and the ability to make more passes with less trauma love the flexibility of the Xion S, which features adjustable "give" and stroke length. For a versatile machine, bodesi'

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2. Are you light-handed and prefer a thin machine?

If you seek a machine that is highly specialized for hairstrokes and lip lining, the Bellar is a favorite among artists. Cosmetic tattooing artists love its lightweight design, low vibration, and slim profile.

The Xion S also offers unparalleled versatility for those who prefer minimal vibration and a medium-sized grip.

LightningBolt power pack: Note that you can purchase a LightningBolt battery pack separately. It plugs into the RCA jack of all Microbeau machines, allowing you to remove the cord and go wireless!

3. Specializing in Scalp Micropigmentation?

The Apollo was designed in conjunction with one of Microbeau's SMP Elite members. The machine is bottom-weighted to leverage gravity for creating fine dots.

However, with the advent of the powerful and centrally-weighted Flux S, SMP artists are enjoying the wireless capability and long battery life, allowing uninterrupted work during lengthy procedures.

We hope this guide has helped you decide which Microbeau machine(s) will help you advance your technique and grow your business!

The Ultimate Buyer's Guide to Your Wet Wipes Machine

Here at Donggong Machinery, we want you to make an informed decision before purchasing with us. That’s why we've provided a Wet Wipes Machine buying guide to help you make that decision.

A Wet Wipes Machine is an investment for your business, so you want to be sure you are choosing the correct one to fulfill your needs and budget. It can be daunting because there are many options with different features and functionalities.

Don’t be overwhelmed!

You’ve probably noticed that one category of disposable hygienic commodities is taking up more space on shelves in your local market: wet wipes.

This industry has grown rapidly from when baby care wet wipes defined the entire market. Today, there are wet wipes for cosmetic purposes, household use, and hygienic applications.

Generally, wipes come in various packing forms: some are packed in 80 counts with flip-top, some are 10 sheets and portable to fit in a lady’s purse, some are extremely large like a bath towel, and some are packed in single sachets.

What Type of Wet Wipes Machine?

Before you feel overwhelmed by the display of all types of wipes on the market, envision it as a prosperous market, and a profitable business. You plan to set up your own wet wipes production lines.

“Great, now I’m going to make my own wipes. Exciting! Let me find one machine that can produce all those wipes; it would be a great saving, wouldn’t it?”

Well, here is the No.1 rule of thumb you need to remember: There is no one-size-fits-all wet wipes machine on the market.

Wet wipes available on the market can be categorized into four types:

(1) Single/double counts/bag;

(2) 5-30 counts/bag;

(3) 30-120 counts/bag;

(4) Canister wipes.

You will need four different converting machines to cover a full range of wipes.

“You have a point. But I'm still a little confused. I want to make kitchen wipes, cosmetic wipes, cleaning wipes, wet bath towels, alcohol swabs... which category do these wipes belong to?”

Stop struggling over all the “fancy names,” it’s all about the formula.

My previous article on the formula in wet wipes ("Raw material for wet wipes production: What is the "wet" in the wipes?) will clear your doubts. Check here.

Once you target a specific type of wipe, let’s say baby wipes in 80 counts or cosmetic wipes in 15 counts, the first thing to consider is where your wet wipes machine will go. Among hundreds of machine vendors who all promise “the best product and perfect solutions” at different price points, how do you find the model that best fits your demand?

No need to scratch your head now.

I’ve done the hard work for you. Let's go through it together:

Selecting a well-fit production line can be challenging and involves balancing several factors: output product specification, desired performance, cost considerations, capacity speed, machine configuration, automation levels, factory space, and future upgrades, all play a role in selecting the best production line for your application.

As a machine supplier, I've seen many purchasers rush to ask for the price the moment we connect. It's surprising that price seems to be the only determinant. While some claim they can’t define their budget until each machine's cost is unveiled, much as I couldn’t fully agree, I would suggest customers evaluate key factors and work out the desired performance they expect. Once they fully understand the results they aim to achieve, they can see which cost range they fall into and adjust their budget accordingly.

“What is the price of this machine?” It ranges from “xxxx USD to xxxx USD.”

Why don’t we first sit down and discuss your specific demands?”

“Ok, I will discuss with our team and get back to you on Monday.”

And Monday never comes.

Joking aside, let’s go through each factor briefly:

1. Capacity Speed

“What is the speed of the machine?” This question ranks second on the list of Frequently Asked Questions (Top 1 question? – Well, Mr. what's-the-price is smiling now.)

Though capacity speed varies from one model to another, your consideration of capacity is heavily related to two key elements: sales channel and sales volume.

• Sales volume: Production targets are driven by marketing and sales activities, thus the capacity of production facilities is generally defined by your sales volume. Here is a key reminder: don’t confine your calculation to current sales volumes. Ensure you have a 2-3 year volume forecast to prevent future constraints and pressures. (p.s. Never underestimate your marketing capability.)
• Sales Channel: Sales channels shape your sales volume too. If you’re capable and ambitious to work on multiple channels, count them all in.

2. Product Specification

• Product types and sizes:

“There is no one-size-fits-all wet wipes machine.”

If you weren’t skipping through our previous passages, you’ll have this No.1 rule of thumb in mind by now.

That doesn’t mean our machine is inflexible. Each machine has a spec range to allow for different (while limited) product sizes. With a simple setting on the touch screen or slight adjustment on certain parts, product diversity is not a dream.

• Production model: Are you positioning yourself as a contract manufacturer (OEM) or focusing on your brand’s manufacturing (OBM)? Or do you want to handle both?

A contract manufacturer should be ready to be challenged with diversified product specification demands, so you probably want to ensure no constraints when a million-dollar OEM order hits you in the future.

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Due to word limits, we will continue exploring the next two factors in the next article. If you can’t wait, contact us to get the full PDF version of The Ultimate Buyer's Guide for Your Wet Wipes Machine Purchasing.

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