How long will the treatment last?
Semi-permanent Makeup can last several years. This depends on your skin type, sun exposure and lifestyle. Longevity of pigment also varies depending on how well your skin holds the pigment. We recommend a colour boost to be taken every 12-18 months to keep enhancements looking fresh. Should you choose not to have a yearly colour boost your enhancement will fade over a period of approximately 2-3 years. Lips and Eyeliners tend to last longer.
What should I expect after the treatment?
Immediately after treatment, the colour will appear darker than your chosen shade. This is because the pigment takes around seven days to enter the deeper layers of the skin/. After 7-10 days, exfoliation takes place. The top layer of the skin peels off, leaving a softer, lighter colour below. The result is a natural looking enhancement. As the treated area is settling down, itching may occur. This is a good sign as it means the skin is healing. Apply the recommended cream to the treated area as recommended.
Will the treatment hurt?
Anaesthetics are used to numb the treatment area before and during the procedure. Some clients may experience slight discomfort and a stinging sensation, more so on sensitive areas such as the lips.
Is there a risk of infection?
There is a minimal risk of infection as strict hygiene standards are maintained. Sterile needles from sealed packets are used once only. To prevent cross contamination, the technician wears sterile gloves. Strict after care rules are explained to the clients during the appointment.
Do my eyebrows get shaved off?
Is there an age limit to have it done?
Any other restrictions?
Do my eyebrows get shaved off?
Absolutely not! I will always endeavor to keep the eyebrows looking as natural as possible and work with the existing hair and direction.
Is there an age limit to have it done?
You must be a minimum of 18 years old, and no one is ever too old to have it done. Cosmetic tattooing is perfect for the more mature who may struggle to apply makeup but still want to look great.
Any other restrictions?
Diabetes – Diabetics may have trouble healing however it is not a major concern and will not prevent you from having a cosmetic tattoo, it is just something to be aware of. If you are concerned you should consult with your doctor first.
Blood Thinning Medication – You may bleed more than normal during the tattoo procedure and thicker scabs may form during the healing process causing lost of pigment. Please consult with your doctor if you able to stop taken them few days before the procedure.
Glaucoma – please consult with your doctor prior to any eyeliner tattoo procedures.
Pregnant – not advised to have any tattooing done, better wait until your baby arrives.
Breastfeeding – Nursing mothers can have any of our treatments at their own discretion. We always recommend checking in with your Doctor.
Roaccutane – Client must wait 6 months after using medication until they can have cosmetic tattooing done as they may scar or heal poorly.
Cold Sores (Herpes Simplex) – Only a concern for clients having a lip tattoo done. Pre-cautions that can be taken one week prior to treatment:
- Lysine tablets (available from Chemists and Supermarkets)
- Zovirax cream
- Famciclovir
- Voltrix – medical prescription is required
Even if you’ve only ever had one cold sore, it is very likely that you will breakout, caused by the stress on the lips.