Yes, I am a Certified Permanent Makeup Artist.
Healing time varies from individual to individual. You will be provided with ointment to apply to the area for the next 5-7 days. You can expect slight redness around the brows for a few hours after the procedure, and slight swelling of the eyelids and lips for 24 hours. You will need to avoid swimming and steam rooms for the first 10 days.
During the first week, the color can look a shade or two darker than what it will heal to be. Some people experience some flaking or peeling of the surface pigment during the healing process.
Usually, it takes about a week to 14 days for the epithelial crust to form and slough off. Your skin will be considered healed after that happens. Then, the pigment takes some time to settle into the skin. A good month should pass before I consider the process complete.
During the healing process, it’s normal to experience some pigment loss; this is why we have the touch-up in place.
You are advised to keep the skin clean and dry – that means no swimming, sweating or otherwise getting the area wet; no tanning or prolonged sun exposure; no picking, peeling, scratching, or rubbing the tattoo.
This is a 2 step process. In some cases, we need to see how our clients react to the pigment and review the healing process after the first procedure.
The First Session is used to build shape and gain symmetry. The Second Session is used to perfect the brows/lips and we can add density. This is a process and some clients may need multiple sessions to achieve their desired result.
The FIRST TOUCH UP or Second Session is done within the first 1-3 months after the First Session
Yes, it does happen and yes it’s true!
A third appointment is often set up so the client has the opportunity to return and I get the chance to review the work and sort out any (if any) tweaks that might need to be done. Often times the clients cancel this apt as all is usually well, however, there are the occasional few that may need one or two extra strokes to finish off the look. Some ladies’ skin may react to the trauma of the tattooing, and the skin may try to push out the foreign body of pigment by producing an extreme scab, so they eventually fall off taking all the pigment with it. There is a condition called Pigment Allergy (PPD Allergy, a condition known by dermatologists) or Auto Immune disease symptoms (the client may not even be aware of it). The skin would have overreacted and become super sensitive to the pigment and reject it at any cost.
This is a common misconception. Permanent makeup requires infrequent maintenance. Fading of your tattoo will happen slowly over time and may get to a point where it is undetectable by you, but there are no guarantees. In order to maintain its color, shape and detail, refresh appointments are needed. The length of time and condition of fading is unique to the individual – variables to consider are lifestyle choices, skin health/integrity, use of skin care products, age and also techniques/technology within the cosmetic tattoo industry. For most people, their tattoo will last between 1-3 years before booking a refresh.
Touch ups are highly recommended. Due to the uniqueness of each individual and the superficial nature of the tattoo itself, touch ups provide an opportunity to assess how your skin responds to the procedure. Touch ups provide an opportunity to make any adjustments necessary while also lengthening the longevity of your tattoo. These sessions are not included in the initial price and need to be booked between 6-9 weeks from the time of your first session.
Generally, no. Each person has a pain threshold, but consistent application of anesthetic typically keeps clients very comfortable. According to my practice, a lot of clients feel themselves very comfortable and even fall asleep during the treatment.
Previous work can be tricky. The current state of your tattoo, and understanding your expectations will help your artist offer advise and help achieve the desired result. All coverups must be pre-approved before booking. Please send a photo in natural light via the contact page on this website.
Absolutely! Our artists love when you allow them to create a full look, basically like really drawing an image. It’s way easier to create an image all in once rather than separate it, actually.
Just let us know, when booking, that you want to combine services, so we can reserve a plenty of time for you.
I work only with highest quality pigments, they will never turn into unwanted colours (red, green, blue), they will evenly and slowly fade with the time.
Yes it’s totally safe. All needles will be single use and brand new, opened from their packages and shown to client. All equipment ( machine, pens, lamp, pigments) which can’t be discarded will be covered with special plastic barrier. All disposable masks, gloves will be worn new for each client. After each client all equipment, table will be sterilized according to Public Health Guidelines.