Testimonials
Karen
Beryl
“Catrina, my thanks to you! You are so professional, though not stuffy, and my whole experience was great. A thoroughly enjoyable morning. I promise to follow all your instructions. With thanks and very best wishes,”
Molly
“Thank you Catrina for the after care advice regarding the treatment, i am very pleased with the results, wish i had done it years ago. Can’t wait to show everyone.”
Saroj
“Leading up to my eyeliner treatment I was slightly concerned about whether it hurt, but Catrina was so gentle with her approach and application of the anaesthetic that she instilled confidence in me, however, she was right, all I felt was a slight tickling sensation. I am so pleased with the results. My eyes look fresher and lifted.”
Alison Black, Hertfordshire
“I sought Catrina’s services for semi permanent make-up and corrective treatment last year. My previous experience of semi permanent make-up was far from satisfactory and I was left with uneven make-up, and brows that were orange in places. I was initially apprehensive when I visited Catrina but was very quickly reassured by her professional manner and yet warm disposition. She explained the procedure very carefully and talked over various options. Unlike previous practitioners, I did not feel rushed nor bullied into accepting their preferences. Catrina has a unique way with nervous clients, which I will admit to being. She is patient and will repeatedly seek confirmation from her clients that they are ok. On my follow up treatment, my pain threshold was particularly low and she kindly suggested I return a week later at no extra charge. I initially had the eyeliner treatment but was so impressed that I booked soon after for brow corrective treatment and definition. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Catrina and indeed, I have done on numerous occasions.”
Dr Alice Good PhD, MSc, PGCE, BSc, FHEA
“I am writing to express my complete satisfaction with treatment received from Catrina Valentine during 2009 and 2010. In my opinion, Catrina is by far the best semi-permanent makeup professional that I have encountered in over 15 years of having semi-permanent make up applied. She explained the procedure in great detail and provided me with written information to read at my convenience. We sat and discussed all aspects of the treatment and what I should expect before, during and after the treatment along with time frames.
I am a perfectionist and Catrina was very patient with me and advised me on the best shape of brows to complement my features which I have never received from the previous three “professionals” that I have visited over the years. She didn’t rush me or pressurise me to do anything that I didn’t want and I have had so many complements from people since my treatment with Catrina.
I am considering having other treatments with her and after discussing this with her, I am still not 100% whether to go with it but she has not pressurised me into anything and has only advised me. I wouldn’t hesitiate to recommend her to anybody and will certainly be returning to Catrina again.”
Alison Kelly
“I live in Brighton but travel to Hampshire where I have recently undergone semi permanent eye makeup procedures, both eyebrows and more recently eyeliner. I have wanted to do those for some years but have been too nervous to go ahead. All I can say is that Catrina has given me back my eyes long ravaged by an under active thyroid. Hair loss is a major problem with this disease and the hair loss has been irreversible. My eyebrows were non existent and lack of definition certainly aged me and I lost confidence in my looks. The eyes are said to be their for our soul – thank you Catrina for giving my soul it’s life back. My only regret, I should have done it years ago!”
Margie Winter, Brighton.
“Hi Catrina, thanks for doing my eyes at short notice, they healed lovely just in time for my trip to egypt… So pleased with them, you’re a star ;0) x”
“After many years of searching for a beauty therapist to do Semi Permanent Make Up, I then found Catrina. She is confident and very professional; I was delighted with the result and look forward to further procedures with her.”
Stephanie Taylor, Chandlers Ford, Hampshire
“Prior to my procedure I was very conscious of my face, especially my eyebrows. Since having my procedure I have been able to wear eye make up bringing attention to my face. Catrina has changed my life and I am eternally grateful.”
Diane Stockwell, Richmond, Surrey
“Results are really great, made my eyes stand out. Catrina made me feel at ease. I would certainly have my eyebrow procedure done again and would recommend Catrina to other people.”
Beverley Blenkins, Waterlooville, Hampshire
“Very pleased. Catrina was very caring and professional. Results are great. No need to top up my lip colour…fantastic…I would recommend her to anyone.”
Joanna Davison, Chichester, West Sussex
“My expectations were met, I love my upper and lower eyeliner and it is wonderful to wake up looking fresh and healthy. I am very happy with my lips; they look more crisp and full. The sensitivity was relieved by the anaesthetic and Catrina’s’ kind approach. I experienced no problems with the healing process. I am more than happy with the result.”
Hayley Lee, Drayton, Hampshire
“I came to Catrina for correction after I had a bad experience with my brows, eyeliner and lips treated with the micro pigmentation procedure in South Africa 2 years ago. Catrina has now transformed my face, and I am simply impressed with the overall change. The results are excellent. Thank you so much.”
Jade Travers, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire
“I travelled from New Zealand to visit my daughter and she recommended Catrina to me for my eyebrow procedure. I am so pleased, as I am absolutely over the moon with the results.”
Lynda Millward, New Zealand
“I chose to have my procedures done after finding Catrina’s website on the Internet. The first procedure I had done was my upper and lower lid eyeliner. The second procedure was my eyebrows. On all occasions, including follow up procedures, I have always found Catrina to be polite and friendly as well as warm and professional. She has always been very accommodating and made me feel welcome and confident in what she is doing.
The procedures were explained thoroughly to me both verbally and in an information pack. At no point did I feel rushed or pressured, and if unsure about anything she always took the time to go through things, or potential colours, styles etc that would be best for me. A lengthy amount of time was spent before and after each procedure to ensure all was exactly how I wanted the procedures to be done.
I am always very pleased with the results and would have no hesitation in recommending her to others, as I already have.”
Mrs Suzanne Price BSc
I first heard about Catrina Valentine by recommendation.
I had been wanting to have the Semi-permanent Eyebrow procedure done for a long time, but I was waiting to find someone with a really good reputation I could trust before having the treatment done. Being such a noticeable treatment once carried out, this was very important!
Catrina is a polite friendly knowledgeable person who I warmed to straight away, filling me with nothing but confidence regarding her experience in the procedure.
The entire treatment and after care was explained and then given to me to take home. I was 100% about what I was about to sign for and have done with no pressure to commit.
Photographs were taken before and after the treatment so I could see the amazing difference she had so carefully created. They were perfect and I could not wait to return to have the final procedure done so I could show off the finished look to all my friends.
I was so pleased with the results I then returned a few months later to have my upper eye-liner done with Catrina. Again the results have been fantastic. I was told and know how important it was to follow the after care procedure to ensure the perfect results and they both now still look fantastic months later.
I actually run my own Beauty Salon and have not hesitate to refer any of my clients or friends to have a consultation/treatment with Catrina.
They can clearly see the success I have had with the procedure and the fantastic results they too can expect from her work.”
Kerrie Eves – Baytree Beauty
“My experience of micro-pigmentation carried out by Catrina was both done with extreme care and professionalism.
My initial enquiry with regard to the procedures was over the phone. Even at this stage I felt that Catrina was very friendly and mindful of my age and requirements. This was confirmed when I went to see her in her salon for a consultation.
She discussed in great detail the procedures that were available and those that would suit me. Catrina went through a very comprehensive medical questionnaire with regards to my current health. My answers were all recorded on my file. I was also shown photo examples of work that had been achieved. She at not time tried to pressurise me in any way. She was very thorough going through the information pack which I was give to read at home.
Once I read the information pack I felt I was well informed and I made an appointment to have 3 procedures carried out. The procedures chosen involved two visits to see Catrina, on both occasions she was both friendly and caring. Both sessions went well without any complications and I followed all my aftercare instructions. When leaving her salon I was assured that she was available should I have any concerns.
It is now nearly two years since my procedures were carried out and I am still very pleased with the results. I would sincerely recommend Catrina to my friends and in fact have done so many times.”
Mrs Lesley Hayes
“I am taking this opportunity to write regarding some treatment I received from Catrina Valentine last year. I contacted her with a view to having my eyeliner tattooed on my upper eyelids having had her recommended to me by my local beauty salon. This involved two procedures which were carried out in September and November 2009. I would like to express how impressed I was at the service I received from Ms Valentine on both of these occasions. I found her to be extremely polite and friendly and above all else very professional.
She took a significant amount of time to explain the entire procedure to me in great detail as well as supplying me with an information pack and, at the same time as explaining everything verbally, provided me with written details of the procedure and made sure that I was happy to sign the consent forms for the procedure.
Being from a professional environment myself I found it extremely refreshing to have someone thoroughly explain the procedure to me and to answer any and all questions that I had, however trivial they may have seemed. The surroundings were extremely small but at the same time very relaxing and at no time did I feel pressured into committing to anything that I didn’t feel comfortable with.
The aftercare was explained verbally and in writing and I was, and still am, delighted with the results achieved. I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Ms Valentine to others who are interested in any procedure involving semi-permanent make-up, and in fact I have indeed recommended her to several of my friends and clients of mine who are also very please with the service they received and the results from the procedures.”
Elizabeth Frew BVMS MRCVS
“Being a lady in my 60s I was very apprehensive of having semi permanent make up. I felt that possibly at my age it would be inappropriate. However after meeting Catrina and discussing the process with her, I am so pleased that I went ahead! Catrina just seemed to know the way to give the right amount of definition to my brows, lips and eyes. A look that I had not seen for many years. I am so much more confident and feel much more like “me again”. I just wish that I had met Catrina years ago and would urge ladies of any age to give her a call, it will be the most rewarding call you make.”
Lesley – Hedge End
“I’m so glad I had my eyes done when I did! They look fantastic, I am so pleased and life is already much easier.”
Luz – Dorset
“I’ve had my upper and lower liner and brows done, and I’m very pleased with the results. Catrina is passionate about cosmetic makeup and works hard to ensure she meets or exceeds customer expectations. Catrina is confident in her abiltiy and with her approach, and has excellent people skills. If your thinking of having semi permanent makeup I would highly recommed you visit Catrina, apart from doing a fantastic job she makes you feel your custom is valued.”
Amanda
“Many thanks. its still a shock to see my dark brows but I am getting used to them. However, I am very pleased to report that I have had lots of compliments today about my ‘new’ hair colour. I’ve had this colour for some time so its obvious to me that people have noticed something different about me but can’t quite put their finger on it. It seems that my new brows are therefore having the desired effect.
I look forward to seeing you again soon for my follow-up treatment (I’ve also decided to have eyes done as well).”
Ebb
“Everything has healed and my eyes look fabulous all the time. I am very pleased i had the treatment, can’t believe i waited so long. Once again Thank you”
Saroj
“Thank you Catrina, my eyes have healed nicely. Would recommend your professionalism and skill to anyone considering semi permanent face enhancements. Makes life so much easier. The procedure was pain free and the results excellent. Once again many many thanks.”
Ursula