Premier Pigments
News/Press Releases

IICE 2007 Committee Prepares for and Extraordinary, Hands on Event!
Arlington, TX -- June 17, 2007 --
New Certifications, CE & CEU Classes, Permanent Cosmetic Competitions,
New Specialty Workshops,... and more!

“IICE 2007 will offer more new features and hands-on training at this year’s convention than any other event in our history!” announced Twyla Millican, Director for the International Intradermal Cosmetic Expo (IICE).

“This year’s extravaganza will open Friday and extend until late Monday evening, offering attendees a full extra day of hands-on procedures and demonstrations in a newly expanded Grand Demonstration Room that spans several ballrooms at the elegant Omni Dallas Hotel at Park West.” IICE 2007 is slated for October 5-8. Master Makeovers precede the convention, offering technicians the opportunity to receive permanent cosmetics and touchups from our industries finest! Master & Instructor Training and Certifications will follow the convention, October 9th through the 12th. Read more.

AIIC Announces: Specialty Certifications for Permanent Cosmetics
Arlington, TX -- June 17, 2007 --
The American Institute of Intradermal Cosmetics (AIIC) recently announced plans to launch continuing education and foundation courses for the permanent makeup industry’s most stringent certification processes to date! The AIIC “Professional & Expert Series” Certifications will enable permanent makeup professionals to target specific procedures and distinguish themselves by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and expertise in a particular area of specialization. Read more.

Premier Pigments & AIIC Launch New Web Store and Web Site
Arlington, TX -- May 2, 2007 --
Premier Pigments & American Institute of Intradermal Cosmetics, the world's most trusted source of quality permanent cosmetics supplies and global leader in permanent cosmetics education, today announced plans to launch a major renovation to their website and online store and customer support services. CEO Sandi Hammons announced their decision to partner with software giant QBOS (Quick Business Operating System) to upgrade their online service offering. "We feel the combination of our existing market dominance along with QBOS's technical expertise will make our Internet store the undisputed leader in permanent cosmetics supply companies," said Hammons. Read more.

Premier Pigments & AIIC Hosts Top Achievers Weekend
Arlington, TX -- May 1, 2007 --
Premier Pigments, the leading manufacturer and distributor of permanent cosmetic pigments, equipment and supplies; along with the American Institute of Intradermal Cosmetics, specialists in quality permanent cosmetics education since 1987; announced their first Top Achievers Weekend to be held at their campus and executive offices in North Texas the eleventh through the thirteenth of May, 2007. Read more.

Celebrity Author, John Gray, speaks at February Advanced Class
Arlington, TX -- March 16, 2007 --
Dr. John Gray, Ph.D. and author of “Men are from Mars, Women are From Venus,” and fifteen other best-selling relationship books, spoke to an enthusiastic audience during Premier’s February Advanced Class. Read more.

AIIC Advanced Spanish Class Scheduled for June 23-25, 2007
Arlington, TX -- February 16, 2007 --
Sandi Hammons, along with several AIIC Certified Trainers will teach Premier’s first Spanish Advanced Training class, scheduled for June 23 – 25, 2007. “Permanent cosmetics are popular in every Spanish speaking country in the world, as well as the national Hispanic community; and we want to support all technicians as they grow in their business,” said Hammons... Read more.

FDA Warning: Topical Anesthetics Have Potential Life Threatening Side Affects
Arlington, TX -- February 13, 2007 --
The US Food and Drug Administration issued an advisory to alert the public to the potential hazards of using skin numbing products, also known as topical anesthetics, for cosmetic procedures... Read more.

Powerful Topical Anesthetics debut at IICE 2006
Arlington, TX -- September 26, 2006 --
Just in time for this year’s International Intradermal Cosmetics Expo (IICE 2006), Premier Pigments has announced two new topical anesthetics and a reformulation of one of their existing products. All three are designed for pain management during aesthetic, piercing, laser applications, and permanent makeup procedures. For the first time ever, Premier will exchange weak or unwanted anesthetics for their new powerful formulas that will provide relief to you and your clients. Read more.

Premier Pigments Applauds FDA and CDC Findings
Arlington, TX -- September 26, 2006 --
Permanent Cosmetic leader and CEO of Premier Pigments, Sandi Hammons, applauded the Food and Drug Administration and Center for Disease Control for the results of their study of allergic reactions to permanent makeup. Read more.

Request for FDA Approval Spurs Renewed Demand for Premier Pigments
Arlington, TX -- September 16, 2006 --
“The demand for Premier’s Concentrated Originals has soared!” announced Twyla Millican, director of marketing for Premier Pigments. The company’s phone lines have been flooded with calls following the unprecedented announcement that Premier is seeking FDA approval for permanent cosmetics and tattoo inks. Technicians are eager to try the pigments that are driving the petition seeking endorsement from the US Food and Drug Administration. Read more.

Premier Pigments Gets a Face-Lift and Pledges Improved Customer Support
Arlington, TX -- May 1, 2007 --
Premier Pigments announced the completion of an extensive reorganiJuly 20, 2006 zation and renovation of their combined campus and executive offices in North Texas. Expansion plans for their Customer Service and Technicial Support Divisions are underway. Read more.