As a matter of FAQ...
What ARE COSMETIC TATTOOS?
Cosmetic Tattooing, is a form of permanent makeup that provides fuller eyebrows and custom shaped to suit individuals faces. Which means you would no longer need to use eyebrow pencils. The pigments used are chosen to match the natural or clients chosen color to give an incredibly natural and realistic look. Cosmetic Tattoos typically lasts 1-3 years depending on skin type and how well you follow instructed aftercare.
How long is the procedure?
For the first Cosmetic Tattoo session, the entire procedure should take about 2.5- 3 hours. During this session, I will consult, map out, shape and reconstruct the client’s brows to suit the clients face and desired look. They are then required to come in for a touch up within 4-6 weeks after the initial session to reinforce strokes and color. This touch up session will take approximately 1.5-2 hours to complete.
How long does it take to heal?
The total healing process takes about 7-14 days depending on the skin type.
is the touch-up session needed?
Yes! A touch up session is highly recommended 4-6 weeks after initial procedure, as everyone heals differently. Depending on the skin type, color retention will vary.
what pre-appointment care do i take?
In order to achieve the best results, it is best to follow the pre and post care instructions.
Prior to your procedure, clients are advised of the following:
● Avoid alcohol and aspirin/ibuprofen and any vitamins that may thin your blood for 72 hours.
● Avoid caffeine for 24 hours
● No Retin-A in past 2 weeks
● Avoid tanning so we can assess your natural skin tone.
● No chemical peels at least six weeks prior.
● No botox 2 months prior to procedure
● Feel free to come in with brow makeup on so our technician can see your everyday look you prefer.
Reference pictures of shapes and colors of brows are always welcomed. We will then work together to create the perfect brows!
Prior to your procedure, clients are advised of the following:
● Avoid alcohol and aspirin/ibuprofen and any vitamins that may thin your blood for 72 hours.
● Avoid caffeine for 24 hours
● No Retin-A in past 2 weeks
● Avoid tanning so we can assess your natural skin tone.
● No chemical peels at least six weeks prior.
● No botox 2 months prior to procedure
● Feel free to come in with brow makeup on so our technician can see your everyday look you prefer.
Reference pictures of shapes and colors of brows are always welcomed. We will then work together to create the perfect brows!
ARE COSMETIC TATTOOS right for me?
Cosmetic Tattooing is not suitable for the following candidates:
- Using Accutane
- Have heart conditions or using heart medications
- Have diabetes (will require a physician's note)
- Have skin disease or irritations
- Have had Botox in the last 2 weeks
- Have gotten a deep tan or chemical peels in the last 2 weeks
- Allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine or epinephrine
- Anyone who has any serious medical conditions may require a physician's note.
- Pregnant or nursing clients who want to microblade can be done at your own discretion. We suggest discussing with your doctor first. Cosmetic Tattooing is still considered a tattoo, and just like with wine or sushi consumption, it is a personal choice to do so during this period.
what is the post-PROCEDURE care like?
After your procedure, clients MUST follow these instructions:
● Blot eyebrows gently with tissue every 2 hours
● At night gently wash eyebrows with mild liquid soap. Preferably fragrance-free.
● Do not immerse brow area in water for 14 days. When showering, make sure to avoid face area. When cleaning or washing face, make sure to avoid brows and clean around it.
● Do not put makeup on the brow area for a minimum of 10 days. The microbladed area is an open wound, using makeup may cause infections.
● Avoid alcohol and aspirin/ibuprofen and any vitamins that may thin your blood for 24 hours.
● Avoid sleeping on side. Use clean pillow cases to avoid the risk of infection.
● Brow area will feel slightly itchy as it heals and will start to lightly scab over. Do not peel or pick at the scabs as this can affect the outcome and pigmentation.
● Do not go swimming, tanning or into saunas for at least 14 days.
● No face scrubs or chemical peels at least 2 weeks after.
● Blot eyebrows gently with tissue every 2 hours
● At night gently wash eyebrows with mild liquid soap. Preferably fragrance-free.
● Do not immerse brow area in water for 14 days. When showering, make sure to avoid face area. When cleaning or washing face, make sure to avoid brows and clean around it.
● Do not put makeup on the brow area for a minimum of 10 days. The microbladed area is an open wound, using makeup may cause infections.
● Avoid alcohol and aspirin/ibuprofen and any vitamins that may thin your blood for 24 hours.
● Avoid sleeping on side. Use clean pillow cases to avoid the risk of infection.
● Brow area will feel slightly itchy as it heals and will start to lightly scab over. Do not peel or pick at the scabs as this can affect the outcome and pigmentation.
● Do not go swimming, tanning or into saunas for at least 14 days.
● No face scrubs or chemical peels at least 2 weeks after.
ARE COSMETIC TATTOOS painful?
The pain level for the procedure is considered very mild to none. Prior to the procedure your brow technician will apply a topical anesthetic to numb the area, and also reapplied during the procedure.
Everyone responds differently to anesthetic; depending on the client, the feeling of the procedure has been described as eyebrow plucking to not feeling anything. Topical anesthetics used may contain lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine and epinephrine.
Everyone responds differently to anesthetic; depending on the client, the feeling of the procedure has been described as eyebrow plucking to not feeling anything. Topical anesthetics used may contain lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine and epinephrine.