SofTap Academy
Hybrid permanent makeup training for brows, eyeliner, and lips; teaching artists to understand skin, pigment, and hand method PMU techniques.
This is not fast certification. This is skill-building.
Become the Artist Who Can Work on Anyone
Permanent makeup changes not only faces, but feelings. Much of the PMU industry prioritizes speed, shortcuts, and one-size-fits-all results.
That’s not who we are.
At SofTap, we train artists to work with their client's skin and natural look.
We teach you how to create cosmetic tattoos that look like they were always meant to be there: soft, natural, custom, and suited to every person who walks into your studio.
If you want to become the kind of artist who can look at any face - whether they are young or aging, smooth or textured, light or deep, natural or bold - and confidently design brows that honor that person…
You’re in the right place.
How the Training Works
Our program works in 2 phases.
The first phase is a guided, weeks-long hybrid online experience that includes:
- Weekly live Zoom sessions (2-3 hours)
- Drip-released online cirriculum
- Homework & hands-on practice assignments
- Weekly quizzes + Final exam
- Lifetime Access
- Certificate of Completion
Once you complete and pass the first phase of the Academy, you can move onto the second phase which includes:
- Finding a certified Mentor to supervise your practical training
- Completing 5 related procedures (if only Brow Academy, then 5 brow procedures; if Brow, Eye, and Lip Academies, then 5 brow, 5 eyeliner, and 5 lip procedures - 15 total)
- Obtaining your full SofTap Certification
We intentionally slow the learning process so the information has time to absorb and skill has time to form.
Enroll now!
The full curriculum unlocks on the next cohort date.
Next Academy Begins:
👉 February 9th, 2026 (Brows)
After enrollment, you’ll receive a welcome email and access to a small prep module until Week 1 begins; your kit will arrive in the mail before our first meeting.
Eyebrow Academy
Duration: 8 Weeks (Online)
Comprehensive training focused on eyebrow design, color selection, skin considerations, and SofTap application techniques.
Includes:
- Weekly structured modules
- Live Zoom check-ins and workshops
- Practice assignments and evaluations
- Final exam
Eyeliner Academy
Duration: 4 Weeks (Online)
Focused training on lash enhancement and classic eyeliner techniques with emphasis on safety, precision, and tattooing technique.
Includes:
- Progressive online lessons
- Live instruction and demonstrations
- Practice assignments
- Final exam
Lip Academy
Duration: 4 Weeks (Online)
In-depth training on lip color, neutralization, shape correction, and SofTap lip techniques.
Includes:
- Structured weekly modules
- Live Zoom workshops
- Practice and feedback
- Final exam
Who The SofTap Academy Is For
This program is designed for:
- Artists entering PMU who want to build real skill from day one
- Estheticians, cosmetologists, or beauty pros ready to expand into cosmetic tattooing
- Microbladers or machine artists who want add gentle method to their skillset
- Artists who care about people more than production line of clients
If you’re here because you love the idea of changing someone’s confidence without changing who they are, you’ll fit right in.
This program is for you if…
- You want structured, professional training
- You value skin-first techniques
- You want feedback and mentorship
- You are serious about building real skill
This program is not for you if…
- You believe certification matters more than competence
- You’re unwilling to complete supervised procedures
- You’d rather move fast than understand deeply
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the SofTap Academy different from other PMU training programs?
SofTap training focuses on fundamentals, not shortcuts.
We teach artists how skin responds to pressure, depth, and pigment so results are predictable, gentle, and long-lasting (on any face, not just instagram goddesses). Our program combines structured education with mentored hands-on training to build real skill, not just certification.
Do I need experience to enroll in the SofTap Academy?
No. The Academy is designed for beginners and cross-over artists.
Do I have to complete all three academies?
No. You may enroll in brow, eyeliner, or lip training individually, or complete multiple tracks based on your goals.
Is hands-on training required for certification?
For brand new artists, yes. Completion of the supervised apprenticeship is required for full certification.
Are SofTap pigments compatible with machine PMU?
Yes. SofTap pigments may be used with both machine and hand methods.
Choose your focus—or build toward full SofTap certification.
Hands-On Apprenticeship
Already completed your training and ready for your supervised sessions?
It's time to pair you with your Mentor so you can complete your certification!