FAQ
Our most asked questions answered to make your experience an amazing one
We cannot tattoo the following:
• Pregnant or breast-feeding women
• Clients taking acne medication or within 12 months of use
• Clients who have undergone chemotherapy within the past 12 months
• Clients prone to keloid scarring
• Diabetics or clients with heart conditions or epilepsy
• Clients with dermatitis, eczema, acne or sunburn in the area to be tattooed
• Clients on opioids or steroid medications
• Clients with infectious diseases
• Some autoimmune conditions
• Overly red or delicate skin
• Extremely sensitive skin
• Must be over 18 years of age
Immediately after treatment and the following week, the colour will appear darker than your desired results.
After 7-10 days exfoliation takes place and your brows will shed. Do not pick the shedding skin. Itching may occur while skin is healing.
Immediately after shedding colour will appear lighter than expected but the colour will return to a soft healed result over the following weeks.
The result is a natural looking enhancement.
Depending on your skin type and how well you have followed your aftercare, slight patchiness may be normal and can be perfected at your follow up appointment.
After your 10 days of aftercare, you are welcome to wear brow makeup if required until your touch up appointment.
This varies for individuals based on a variety of factors. Such Factors include your skin type, medications, sun exposure, lifestyle, skin care and hormones. Your preparation and aftercare also have a dramatic impact on the longevity of your brows. A colour boost is recommend every 12-18 months to keep enhancements looking fresh.
Absolutely! Most clients show little sign of swelling or redness after treatment. The colour oxidise and will be quite dark for the first 3-4 days , however this will soften and lighten approximately within 7-10 days.
• How long you spend in the sun. The sun fades the pigment faster so sun block may be used to prolong your enhancement.
• The regeneration of skin cells – the longer the regeneration takes the longer the pigment holds, therefore mature clients may find greater retention as skin cells turn over slower.
• The speed at which the skin absorbs the pigment – the slower the absorption the longer the pigment will hold.
• The choice of colour – some colours fade quicker than others, e.g. a blonde colour will fade quicker than a dark brown colour.
• The area of treatment – enhancements to the face, for example, fade more quickly due to constant exposure and product use.
• Oily skin tends to lose colour more quickly than other skin types
• Overly sensitive, dry, flaky or wrinkled skin may heal patchy and require more ongoing maintenance We cannot guarantee the healed results in these skin types.
• Please apply Emla numbing cream and cover with cling film 45 mins prior to your appointment. A small 5gm tube can be purchased from the pharmacy for around $10. Apply a thick layer and come into the salon with the cling film still on.
• Do not take Nurofen or any other blood thinning medication 24 hours prior to treatment.
• Do not consume caffeinated beverages the morning of your treatment.
• Do not consume alcohol within 24 hours prior to treatment.
• Some medications may cause adverse effects, please call for further advice if you are currently taking any medication. A doctor approval may be required before proceeding.
• Cease intake of fish oil supplements one week before treatment.
• Consider any upcoming social events or workout commitments for the week following your treatment.
• If you are pregnant we cannot perform the treatment
• If you are breastfeeding we do not recommend the treatment
• If the area you would like treated has an existing cosmetic tattoo, please call for further advice.
• Protect the area from sun exposure 2 weeks prior to treatment.
• You may have your skin waxed/tidied prior to your appointment if you choose to but it is not required. If you choose to it must not be within 1 week of your treatment.
• No waxing/tidying/tinting for 2 weeks post treatment.
• Gently exfoliate the area for up to 3 days prior. Ensure the skin is well nourished.
• Do not use any brow enhancing serums for at least 30 days prior to treatment.
• It is recommended to wash your hair the morning of your appointment as it will be more difficult to do so for the 10 days following your procedure.
If you have a skin condition like eczema, psoriasis, keratosis pilaris and dermatitis your skin is in a constant state of unrest and shedding and therefore won’t hold the pigment very well.
The same goes for conditions like chronic acne and rosacea. The inherent nature of this type of skin causes easy bleeding, which once again means your skin will not retain the colour properly.
If you have been taking acne medications such as accutane or retin-a within the last year you have an altered skin condition that will not heal well after the procedure. It’s very important that you wait a year before tattooing the skin. Retinol and vitamin a are very similar and should be discontinued to use a month prior to the procedure.
Excessively oily skin is unsuitable for eyebrow feathering as the strokes will blur together and give off an unwanted solid effect instead of a naturally feathered look. An ombre treatment may be suitable for these clients.
Deep wrinkles can make the overall look appear uneven and we cannot guarantee results in this skin type.
Moles, bumps, and any raised skin will also be unable to retain the pigment.
Unfortunately, cosmetic tattooing is not suitable if you’re prone to keloid scarring. It is important to not be sunburnt for your procedure.
You cannot have any skin treatments done 4 weeks either side of your cosmetic tattoo treatment. If you had permanent makeup done previously you will need to send a clear close-up photo of your existing tattoo to determine if we can work with your existing tattoo or if you need to consider removal prior to the procedure.
If you have diabetes, haemophilia or a heart condition it is absolutely not recommended that you get any form of permanent, make up done as this puts you in a high-risk position.
If you’re undergoing chemotherapy you will have to wait until your treatment is finished. It is recommended to wait 12 months and you will require a letter from your doctor confirming it is safe to proceed.
Trichotillomania can cause scar tissue in the skin to be prominent, which does not allow the colour to heal properly. Glaucoma – the use of glaucoma eye drops makes eyelash follicles and eyelids hypersensitive, causing excessive bleeding and poor colour retention. Therefore, eyeliner tattooing is not an option.
Accutane/retin-a – if you have been taking acne medications such as accutane or retin-a within the last year you have an altered skin condition that will not heal well after the procedure. It’s very important that you wait a year before tattooing the skin. Retinol and vitamin a are very similar and should be discontinued to use a month prior to the procedure.
Eyelash and eyebrow growth serums bring extra circulation to the area which results in more growth of hair/lashes. This can cause the skin in that area to be hypersensitive and bleed easily. It is recommended to discontinue the use of these products at least 3-6 months before your treatment
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• 10 days of aftercare.
• Do not touch the tattooed area with your fingers as it is an open wound.
• Do not wet your brows for 10 days.
• No excessive sweating or heat for 10 days.
• For the first 2 days you are required to clean your brows with a damp cotton round or plain baby wipe to wipe away naturally occurring lymph fluid.
Do not apply cream during these first 2 days.
• Option 1: From day 3-10 you are required to apply a very fine smear of cream provided. This will minimise scabbing and itching. You may wipe your brows clean with a damp cotton round prior to each application of cream.
• Option 2: If you have purchased Medicone gel you may use this on your brows morning and night to be able to wash your hair and face. Apply a fine smear to clean dry brows and let dry for 5 minutes. The gel will dry forming a waterproof barrier to your brows to be able to get them wet. This is for showering only.
• Do not put anything else on brow area for 10 days. This includes cleansers, moisturisers, makeup, sunscreen etc.
• After this 10 day period you may cease applying cream and resume your normal routine.
Immediately after treatment and the following week, the colour will appear darker than your desired results.
After 7-10 days exfoliation takes place and your brows will shed. Do NOT pick the shedding skin. Itching may occur while skin is healing. Immediately after shedding colour will appear much lighter than expected but the colour will return to a soft healed result over the following 6 weeks.
The result is a natural looking enhancement. Depending on your skin type and how well you have followed your aftercare, slight patchiness may be normal and can be perfected at your follow up appointment.
After your 10 days of aftercare, you are welcome to wear brow makeup if required until your touch up appointment.
• 5 days of aftercare.
• Do not touch the tattooed area with your fingers as it is an open wound.
• No excessive sweating or heat for 5 days.
• Gently clean the eyelid morning and night with lid wipes provided.
• Do not put anything else on eye area for 5 days. This includes cleansers, moisturisers, makeup, sunscreen etc.
• You may apply a cold pack wrapped in Gladwrap if needed.
• Do not wear contact lenses for 2 hours post treatment.
• After this 5 day period you may resume your normal routine.
Immediately after treatment the colour will appear bold. After a few days exfoliation takes place and your eyeliner may shed. Do not pick the shedding skin. Itching may occur while skin is healing.
Immediately after shedding colour will appear lighter than expected but the colour will return to a soft in between result over the following 6 weeks. The result is a natural looking enhancement. Depending on your skin type and how well you have followed your aftercare, slight patchiness may be normal and can be perfected at your follow up appointment.
After your 5 days of aftercare, you are welcome to wear eye makeup if required until your touch up appointment.