AFTERCARE
Immediately following the procedure
- No water after 12 hrs.
- No scrub, sauna, swimming in 1 week.
- Keep the ointment on all time, massage it to let it soak in.
- Keeping it moist will help the pigment heal better, less scab, if not color will change to a more ashy tone and loose pigment.
- You can wash lightly with fragrance free antibacterial soap and warm water using your fingers after 12 hour of the procedure. DO NOT SCRUB!.
- Lightly pat dry then apply A&D ointment.
- Apply 2 times a day after washing your face, used smallest amount of ointment as possible.
- Repeat steps 1-4 for 7 days every day.
- No makeup on it.
- When most of the scabs are gone, switch from ointment to a mild moisturizing lotion, coconut oil, vitamin E oil or cocoa butter. Continue to apply lotion with sunblock daily.
- Some flaking or scabbing may occur, this is normal. If scabs become heavy or thick, call your artist.
- DO NOT USE vaseline if your skin sensitive.
Going through the initial healing Procedure
There will be temporary swelling, redness and/or itching may occur.
Depending on the skin structure after the first treatment small scabs with a loss of drawn hairs may occur and color intensity may change. In the first seven days eyebrows are up to 40% darker and 15%-20% thicker. Color reflection depends on the natural skin pigment. The shape is determined according to the face proportions. Symmetry is determined digitally, with closed eyes because of the negative impact of facial expression
The pigment is absorbed differently due to differences in the skin quality, thus there is no warranty for the treatment success.
Depending on the skin structure, it should be noted that change in the color intensity is possible and that one or more additional treatment will be required
The first correction is done four weeks after the treatment. For oily skin it is necessary to perform more corrections.
FAQ
Read this before getting cosmetic tattoos
Cosmetic tattoos, also known as semi-permanent makeup, have become a fashion trend for many people. However, there are risks involved if done improperly. Many avoid traditional tattoos either because it was too dark, uneven shaped or deeply scarring to the skin. While every face is different in texture, skin tone and sensitivity, we have found one cosmetic tattooing technique that works on all skin types: the Pixel Brow technique. We have performed extensive research and practices on many different skin tones to find the perfect one. Many clients prefer using cosmetic tattoos to enhance their beauty and avoid the need for traditional makeup. Our goal is to help you find the best and most natural one that fit your desired look. This guide will help give you the information you need to understand more about cosmetic tattoos.
What is Cosmetic Tattooing?
How are cosmetic tattoos different from traditional ones such as Microblading?
Does cosmetic tattooing hurt?
What is the age requirement to get a cosmetic tattoo?
How long does cosmetic tattooing last?
How many treatments are needed to complete the procedure?
What if I already had a tattoo done before? When do I need Laser Removal or Color Correction?
What factors will affect my cosmetic tattoo?
What precautions should I take before my cosmetic tattoo procedure?
What is Cosmetic Tattooing?
Cosmetic tattooing is the process of placing color pigment under the skin. Its goal is to enhance the natural beauty of the face. It is a good way to fill in eyebrows or eyelashes. It can also be used to enhance the lips or eyes, much like traditional makeup. Also known micropigmentation or semi-permanent makeup.
How are cosmetic tattoos different from traditional ones such as Microblading?
Cosmetic tattoos are semi-permanent, unlike traditional tattoos depositing ink. We use natural pigment color rather than ink that is permanently engraved in your body. This technique only targets the epidermal layer and not any deeper. Because it is very superficial, the shape will remain but the color will change over time. Cosmetic tattoos will fade and changes can be made easier than traditional tattoos.
Does cosmetic tattooing hurt?
To make our clients feel most comfortable, we usually use a small amount of anesthetic numbing cream to keep pain at the very minimum. Our special technique only goes on the very top layer of the skin and normally does not break the skin. Clients sometimes do not feel anything at all and even fall asleep.
What is the age requirement to get a cosmetic tattoo?
Clients must be at least 18 years old to receive a cosmetic tattoo at our studio.
How long does cosmetic tattooing last?
Many factors affect the retention of the cosmetic tattoo such as change in cosmetic use, hormone, diet and sun exposure. Cosmetic tattoo treatments will fade over time and may need touch-ups every 1-2 years. We cannot guarantee how long the treatment will last because of this reason.
How many treatments are needed to complete the procedure?
Most clients need 2 sessions: initial set and a touch up after 6-8 weeks. Each individual client will have different healing time depending on their skin types. With most procedures, we will assess the color retention carefully and make changes accordingly. Please understand from day of application up to 6-8 weeks after, color will change and start to heal gradually and light scabbing will appear. Some clients might even need an extra session.
What if I already had a tattoo done before? When do I need Laser Removal or Color Correction?
If your existing tattoo can be easily covered-up, we will carefully go through the procedure with you step by step. We will make sure what is best for you before we proceed. Please send us a clear photo before booking your appointment. If your previous tattoo is either too dark, that has turned bluish-grayish color, or red to orange color you may need the existing tattoo removed by Laser Removal before we can work on them. A color correction can be used to fix a previous work if it is not badly done. It is a step by step procedure used to neutralize your old existing color and turn them into a neutral color. After that, we go in with the desired color.
What factors will affect my cosmetic tattoo?
- The amount of sun exposure, the sun will soften the look of your tattoo. Use sunblock (once healed) to prolong your enhancement.
- The regeneration of skin cells.
- The longer the regeneration takes, the longer the pigment holds.
- The speed at which the skin absorbs the pigment.
- The slower the absorption, the longer the pigment will hold.
- The choice of color, some colors fade quicker than others (ex. a blonde color will fade quicker than a dark brown color).
- The area of treatment, some parts of the face fade quicker due to constant exposure.
Bleeding during the procedure. - Any bleeding during the tattooing procedure will reduce the amount of pigment absorption. Alcohol and certain medications act as blood-thinners. Do not use them before or right after your appointment.
What precautions should I take before my cosmetic tattoo procedure?
- Leave at least 14 days after the procedure before going on vacation.
- Avoid any blood thinning medication for at least 72 hours before your appointment. This includes Vitamin E, Aspirin, Niacin, fish oil supplements, and Ibuprofen.
- Do not drink any alcohol during the 24 hours before the appointment. Limit your caffeine intake during that time as well.
- You must wait at least one year if you have been on prescription Accutane.
- We recommend that you avoid sun and tanning bed exposure for 30 days before and after your procedure. If you show up for your appointment with a new tan or a sunburn, you will need to reschedule and will lose your deposit. As your skin exfoliates from a sunburn, it will take the pigment with it.
What should I do before my eyebrow procedure?
What should I do before my lip procedure?
What will I look like immediately after my procedure?
What should I do after the procedure?
How will my cosmetic tattoo look in the future?
What should I know about long-term care?
Will cosmetic tattooing work well for me?
Are the studio and equipment sterile and safe?
What should I do before my eyebrow procedure?
- If you have an ideal shape and color in mind, bring a few reference photos with you to your appointment.
- You may fill in your eyebrows so we know what you like.
- Do not shape, wax, thread or tint your eyebrows within three days of your appointment. We can remove any stray hairs that fall outside of our final shape.
- Remove contact lenses before the procedure. You may put them back on immediately after.
What should I do before my lip procedure?
- Moisturize your lips for a few days before your appointment.
- You will also want to do a light exfoliation on them the day before. A clean toothbrush and warm water work well.
- Let us know if you are prone to cold sores or have ever had one in the past. There are special precautions we will need to take to prevent an outbreak.
What will I look like immediately after my procedure?
Your cosmetic tattoos will be darker than expected for the first few days. It will lighten during the healing process. Redness and swelling are minimal. Please view our aftercare instructions here.
What should I do after the procedure?
We have detailed aftercare instructions listed here. Follow these instructions to heal well and get the best results.
How will my cosmetic tattoo look in the future?
We assess your skin color, anticipating how the tattoo will fade. Then we choose pigments that blend well with your natural features. Sometimes the colors shift when fading. In such cases, we correct it at the follow-up appointment. We would also add a special formula to prevent further color change. As you age, your eyebrow tattoo will look softer and have more of a “powdered” look. To keep your hair strokes looking good, try a refresher appointment every 1 to 2 years. Results vary with each client.
What should I know about long-term care?
Apply a good sunscreen daily after healing to help keep color true. As with any tattoo, sun exposure will make the color soften faster. Skin type, lifestyle, pigment color used, and broken capillaries are other factors. When planning a chemical peel, laser treatment or other medical procedure, inform the technician of your tattoo.
Will cosmetic tattooing work well for me?
- If you have extremely oily skin, the hair stroke eyebrow technique will not work well for you. The constant production of oil will cause the hair strokes to heal with a diffused, softer look. Your end result will look more powdered than you would expect.
- If you have little to no hair, your tattoo will appear flatter than those clients who have more hair.
- If you are a frequent smoker, your pigment may fade sooner.
- If you are iron deficient or anemic, your pigment may fade sooner and bleeding/bruising may occur.
Are the studio and equipment sterile and safe?
Yes! We pride ourselves on having an immaculate and sterile studio space. We only use single-use, disposable needles and supplies. This means that each set-up for each new client is discarded safely afterwards. Each of our stations is thoroughly disinfected before opening and after each procedure.