Nickel Allergies in PMU: Proceed or Pause? | TAF #108

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In today’s episode of the Tatter-a-Fact PMU Podcast, we’re diving deep into a question every permanent makeup artist will face at some point:
“My client is allergic to nickel… should I still move forward with the procedure?”

With 25+ years in the industry and over 20,000 procedures under her belt, Teryn shares her real-world experience, breaks down the science behind nickel in PMU pigments and needles, and explains why she feels 100% confident tattooing even clients with known sensitivities, without the stress of patch testing or doctor’s notes.

Topics we cover:

• Do all PMU pigments contain nickel?
• Are patch tests reliable (and worth the wait)?
• What EU REACH regulations say about pigment safety
• Understanding OMG Needles and surgical-grade stainless steel
• How to use consent forms and addendums to legally protect yourself
• Why cheap pigments + low-quality needles are a big NO in our industry

Teryn also talks about her role in formulating the Loaded and OMG Pigment Lines, what makes pigments truly safe, and how you can confidently tattoo even your most sensitive clients when you know what’s in your products.

💡 Whether you're a new PMU artist or a seasoned pro, this episode is loaded (pun intended) with education, inspiration, and Girlz Ink truth bombs.

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📍 Catch Teryn LIVE at PMU World in Miami | Sept 8–11 | Use code: GIRLZINK10

🎸 Composition and guitars - Russ Letizia
🥁 Drums and studio engineering - Mike Zerbe
🎼 Recorded at The Compound in Las Vegas, NV