Also known as permanent makeup or micropigmentation, the procedure involves the implantation of colour pigments into the area just directly beneath the skins surface to achieve natural looking enhancements to a client’s facial features such as eyebrows, lips and eyelids through the use of extremely fine, sterile and single use disposable needles.

By Australian Laws, clients must be 18+ years of age to be able to receive any cosmetic tattoo treatment.

We do not offer cosmetic tattoo procedures to pregnant and breastfeeding clients, however we look forward to treating you once your bundle of joy has arrived!

Right after a procedure, your new eyebrow tattoo will look darker and more prominent than the final healed result. The darker colour and thicker shape will settle within a few of days as the pigment lightens, and swelling (mild if any) goes down through the healing process. Some clients may experience slight redness temporarily, and may feel slightly tender, while others won’t. Panadol is usually enough to calm any discomfort.

Medications can affect even the most simple skin care services. Many medications have effects on
the body aside from the reason they are being taken. Not every person has these side effects but
they can happen. Be sure to let your esthetician or Cosmetic tattoo artist know about all prescription
and non-prescription drugs, supplements, topically applied products, eye drops, injections ect. The
more they know about what you use, the better an outcome they can help you achieve. Be sure to
provide your technician on every visit with a complete list of everything that you take so that we
can avoid unexpected complications and make sure you have the safest procedure with the most
positive outcome. Some examples have been listed below, however contraindications are not
limited to those listed and can be any medication that you are taking.
Do NOT stop taking your medications without consulting your GP. Depending on the problem there
are often workarounds. If your medication is a contraindication to doing the desired service your
technician will recommend you talk to your doctor and obtain permission to perform the treatment
in writing.
Cholesterol and blood pressure medications while not blood thinners, work to make the blood
platelets not stick together. In permanent cosmetics this often means there may be more chance of
a blood droplet coming to the surface. The down side is this molecule is bigger than the tattoo
pigment molecule and can wash some of them away. This leads to more colour loss than would
experienced on a client not on these medications. This does not mean that the treatment cannot be
performed, and can be discussed with the tattooist.
Thyroid medications often need permanent cosmetic procedures re-enhanced a little more
frequently. We have noticed that for whatever reason their colour fades a little more quickly.
Blood thinning medications can also cause issues with permanent cosmetic procedures. You may be
referred to get clearance from your physician.
Diabetic clients who are insulin dependent often do not heal as well and may be at a heightened risk
for infection. They may need clearance from their physician for permanent cosmetic services, waxing
or other more aggressive skin care treatments.
Retinoids (Vitamin A) or acids like Glycolic, Lactic or blends work to thin the dead skin of the
epidermis. This means that a service like waxing, microdermabrasion or other exfoliating therapy
increases the risk of skin irritation or even creating a wound. Be sure to discuss use of any of these
products, prescription or over the counter with your technician.
Steroids taken orally, via injection ( or if applied topically to the treatment area) compromise the
immune system and it’s response to healing. These medications can make the area prone to
infection which would be dangerous, unsightly and cause issues with the healing and and retention
of pigments. Steroids of any sort can cause the body to reject the pigment and treat it as a foreign
object.
Chemotherapy drugs compromise immune system and may not heal well. All of these drugs need
your doctor’s written permission that this procedure is safe for you.
Cosmetic Injectables- Any skin treatments or permanent cosmetic procedure is fine before having
cosmetic injectables, preferably waiting 2 weeks post cosmetic tattooing. If you have had either a
neurotoxin or filler injectable wait at least 3 weeks before having cosmetic tattooing. The
manipulation of the skin has a small potential for affecting the outcome and lasting of your injection
site. The best timing for lip tattooing is before any fillers are injected. This has been clinically
observed to produce the best most predictable outcome.
Herbs and supplements can also have an impact on the skin. Some can cause blood thinning or skin
thinning. Always provide your technician with a complete list of everything that you take so that we
can avoid unexpected complications and ensure you have the safest procedure with the most
positive outcome.
Please Note: The esthetician/ cosmetic tattooist has the right to refuse/delay treatment due to
concerns about the outcome of your service. Please ensure to respect their decision and exercise
their duty of care. Your health and safety is our number one concern.