Permanent Cosmetics
Advanced Permanent Cosmetic Techniques
Lasting on average three to five years with proper care and follow up appointment (Touch-Up).
Ombre Brow
$ 580 (Does not include Touch-Up)
Ombre brows, also known as Powdered Brows, are a semi-permanent eyebrow styling technique that creates a soft shaded brow pencil look. This amazing technique, first developed in Asia, has been around for decades and has been gradually improving over the years. It gives great definition & depth to the eyebrows. It is particularly recommended for women with oily skin or combination skin or anyone who fills in their brows regularly with pencil or shadow.
What is the Difference between Ombre Powder Brows & Microblading?
The biggest difference between the two semi-permanent eyebrow styling techniques is how the pigment is deposited into the skin. Microblading uses a handheld tool to carve small cuts into the skin, whereas Ombre brows are done using a machine. The ombre powder technique is a bit less invasive than that of microblading. Ombre brows last up tp 4 years, where as microblading usually only lasts 1 year.
Faux Freckles
$ 270 (Does not include Touch-Up)
A face without freckles is like a sky without stars!
From just a few to your full face, freckles can add character! We’ve all been there, green with envy over those cute, freckled nose girls/boys. Freckle tattoos work just like any other tattoo, whereby pigment is deposited below the skin. They can last anywhere from 2 to 5 years with most people needing touch ups around the 12th month mark. Fading depends on how much UV exposure the client has, if they have abrasive Dermalogica procedures done, use abrasive products, and if they do not follow aftercare properly.
Immediately after the procedure the freckles appear darker and raised with some local redness. They will soften in color and also the edges will blur, leaving very real looking freckles.
Lip Blush
$ 480 (Does not include Touch-Up)
Lip blushing is a semi-permanent tattoo that defines your lips, creating volume and fullness. It also corrects any asymmetry or darkness, giving your lips a very youthful appearance.
There are several things we recommend our clients do before getting a lip tattoo. This is to ensure that your skin is in the best condition as possible for the procedure.
Treatments such as lip injections and chemical peels need to be done at least four weeks before your permanent cosmetic appointments. Avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and exercise the day of the procedure is also key for prep.
Q&A
Does cosmetic tattooing hurt?
Pain thresholds vary from person to person. Your artist will use a safe topical anesthetic cream to ensure you remain comfortable & as pain-free as possible. Note: If you are currently on your menstrual cycle, pain can be heightened.
On average, how long does cosmetic tattooing last?
All of our cosmetic tattooing services can last anywhere from three to five years. The retention will depend on a number of factors, such as lifestyle, folow up appointment, skin type, sun exposure, health condition, treatment area etc.
What are the Main Benefits of Ombre Powder Brows?
Ombre powder brows are great for any skin type, unlike microblading, which may not work well on oily skinned beauties.
Your eyebrow will look fuller, more defined as well as dramatic.
Ombre brows last longer than microbladed brows, usually up to 5 years.
The ombre powder technique is a bit less invasive than that of microblading.
Also, this semi-permanent eyebrow styling technique is less painful than that of microblading.
Who is a Good Candidate for Ombre Brows?
Unlike Microblading, which is not good for all skin types. Ombre Powder Brows are great for any skin type. Oily, dry, normal, and combination skin types can benefit from this treatment.
Who is Not a Good Candidate for tattoo?
You should avoid this procedure or consult a doctor before booking a treatment if you have any of these pre-existing health conditions:
Cancer
Untreated / Unmanaged Diabetes
Epilepsy or Autoimmune disorders
Bleeding disorders
Viral infections
Skin irritations
Vitiligo
You are taking blood thinning medications
You have a major heart problem
You are pregnant
You’ve had an organ transplant
You have uncontrolled high blood pressure
Currently sick or showing any symptoms
What Is aftercare like?
Don’t work out or sweat a lot the first week.
Do not touch and peel off the scabs. The scabs will shed naturally.
Avoid any makeup around the treated area for at least 12-14 days.
Stay out of heavy sun exposure the first 6-9weeks, after that time frame please apply SPF to your eyebrows when in direct sunlight to avoid fading.
Avoid any facial or body treatments that create steam or are abrasive ( even basic facials ) during the healing process for 6-9 weeks.
Avoid swimming for 6-9weeks
Avoid long and hot showers for 6-9 weeks
Avoid washing your tattoo extensively. You can use a non linting cotton round for dabbing excess fluid ( Lymph fluid / blood ).
Pre Procedure Care
The day of your procedure
Bring government issued picture I.D. (Driver’s License, Passport, Military I.D)
Make sure you have eaten within 2 hours prior to your procedure.
Do not take Ibuprofen, aspirin or any other pain medications that thins your blood on the morning of your procedure unless medically necessary.
Do not consume caffeine or sugar on the morning of your procedure.
Do not workout the day of your procedure.
It’s a good idea to wash your hair the morning of your appointment. You need to keep your procedure area clean and dry for the duration of the healing process.
If you have a picture of the style and or color of your desired look please feel free to bring that in with you. If you wear your makeup exactly how you want your procedure done, then come in with your makeup done. Otherwise no makeup, please.
Weeks leading up to your procedure
Do not take fish oil 1 week prior to your procedure. Fish oil has blood-thinning effects.
Do not use any Retin-A or Glycolic Acid products 2 weeks prior to your procedure.
You must be off Accutane for at least 12 months prior to any procedure.
Drink plenty of water for 24 hrs. leading up to your appointment to help hydrate your skin.
The night before your appointment eat a relatively healthy diet. Alcohol should be avoided as it can increase the amount of bleeding that happens. Also, avoid overly processed, salty or sugary foods. Sodium nitrates and sugars can increase inflammation and swelling.
For Eyebrow Clients
Do not tweeze, thread or wax your eyebrows 3 days prior to your procedure.
For Lip Clients
It is imperative that you stop using long-lasting lipsticks or stains 2 weeks prior to your procedure. These types of lipsticks dry out the lips making implanting color more challenging if not impossible. Instead, start exfoliating the lips daily by lightly brushing lips after brushing your teeth or by gently rubbing the lips with a clean, damp washcloth. Begin wearing a moisturizing lip-gloss or balm as often as possible including before going to bed.
If you have ever experienced a cold sore, fever blister, or herpes simplex, you must get a prescription for Valtrex, Zovirax or any other anti-viral medication and use it for at least 3 days prior, the day of, and 3 days after the procedure. Fever blisters can occur with any lip procedure regardless of preventative measures.
Permanent Makeup Aftercare Instructions
EYEBROWS
First 24 hrs: Using the aftercare gel ( Tina Davies ) given to you, gently apply to the treated area ( a thin enough layer of coverage. ) Repeat this step as needed to keep area fully moisturized and to prevent excessive drying. Use A&D ointment once the Tina Davies gel is all gone.
Day 2–14: Do not get your brows wet! Do not apply anything on your brows until all the scabs have come off besides the Tina Davies gel and A&D.
LIPS
Day 1 -7: Using the aftercare gel ( Tina Davies ) given to you, gently apply to the treated area ( a thin enough layer of coverage. ) Repeat this step as needed to keep area fully moisturized and to prevent excessive drying. Use A&D ointment once the Tina Davies gel is all gone.
FOR ALL PROCEDURES DAY 1-14
Only touch the treated area with CLEAN hands.
Do not get the treated area wet during the healing process.
Do not rub, pick, or scrub the epithelial crust that forms. Allow the scabs to flake off on their own. Removing the scabs before they are ready will pull the pigment out.
Do not sweat. This is a hard one but body heat expands the pores and sweat has salt that will prematurely fade, blur, or cause the pigment not to take at all. (This includes not taking hot showers!)
Do not put any makeup, lotion, soap etc. on your procedure.
Stay out of the sun. Once healed use sunblock to prevent fading from the sun.
Do not use a tanning bed for a month after the procedure.
Try not to sleep on your face.
No swimming/hot tub/sauna. Once your procedure has healed it is recommended that you apply Vaseline to the treated areas prior to swimming to prevent the chlorine/salt water from penetrating the area.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INFECTION, PIGMENT LOSS OR DISCOLORATION!!!
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Appearance of Eyebrows- Eyebrows will appear darker and bolder due to the initial oxidation of the area and then the appearance of the scabbing. Once the area has fully healed they will look much softer and lighter. When the scabs first come off the pigment will appear lighter in color. After 2 weeks is when you will be able to see your full results. A Touch-up appointment is strongly encouraged to perfect your brows.
Appearance of Lips- Your lips will be tender and will appear swollen and bright red right after the procedure. The color will fade and soften over the next week and the swelling will subside within 48 hours. Icing your lips will help with the pain and swelling. Be sure not to over ice right after the procedure because your lips are still numb (10 minutes on 10 minutes off). Your lips will start to scab about 24 hours after the procedure and should be done scabbing in about a week. Your lips will turn many shades while healing including turning very pale almost white. This is a normal phase of the healing process and the color will return within 2 weeks. Touch-up appointments are strongly encouraged to perfect your lips.
SIDE NOTES
Giving Blood – The Red Cross suggests that you do not give blood for 12 months following treatment.
MRI Scans – This procedure shows up as an artifact on the scan. Some clients may experience a tingling sensation. Please notify your radiologist.
Laser /Pulsed Light – Laser or pulsed light hair removal or skin rejuvenation treatments can cause color change – it is important to advise the therapist that you have had Permanent Makeup as this cannot be rectified with another procedure.
Service will include
Pre drawing to select correct shape and shade
Numbing
Aftercare Kit
Actual Session lasting 1-2 hours of tattoo time