COSMETIC TATTOOING & LASER TATTOO REMOVAL
Cosmetic tattooing, also known as permanent makeup or micropigmentation, is a cosmetic technique that involves depositing pigment into the skin to enhance or mimic features such as eyebrows, eyeliner, and lip color. It is essentially a form of tattooing, but unlike traditional tattoos that are meant to be permanent, cosmetic tattoos are designed to fade over time and typically require touch-ups every few years.
Yes, I am a Certified Permanent Makeup Artist.
The choice of technique for cosmetic tattooing will depend on the area you want to treat and the desired result. Here are some common techniques for different areas of the face:
Eyebrows: Microblading is a popular technique for creating natural-looking eyebrow hair strokes. If you prefer a softer look, ombre shading may be a better option.
Eyeliner: For a natural-looking enhancement, a thin line of pigment can be applied along the lash line. Alternatively, a thicker line or wing can be created for a more dramatic look.
Lips: Lip tattooing can be used to add color, correct asymmetry, or enhance the shape of the lips. A full lip tint creates a soft, natural-looking flush of color, while a lip liner can define the lip line or create a more dramatic look.
It is important to consult with a skilled and experienced cosmetic tattoo artist like us who can assess your skin type, facial features, and personal preferences to recommend the best technique for you. We can also provide guidance on the appropriate color and shape to achieve your desired result.
Microblading is a semi-permanent tattoo procedure where a special handheld microblading eyebrow pen is used to draw on strokes that mimic the appearance of real brow hair.
Microblading creates the background and fills in the areas of the eyebrows that looked empty so that a full and complete look is accomplished. The “3D” effect added realism to the end result.
Before your cosmetic tattooing procedure, there are a few things that you should do to prepare:
Avoid blood thinners: Avoid taking blood-thinning medications, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, for at least 24 hours before your appointment. These can increase the risk of bleeding and bruising.
Avoid caffeine and alcohol: Caffeine and alcohol can also increase your risk of bleeding, so it's best to avoid these before your appointment.
Avoid sun exposure: Avoid excessive sun exposure or tanning beds for at least 48 hours before your appointment. Sunburned skin can be more sensitive and prone to damage.
Arrive without makeup: Arrive to your appointment without any makeup on the area being tattooed, so that the technician can see the natural shape and color of your skin.
Follow aftercare instructions: Follow the aftercare instructions provided by your technician carefully to ensure proper healing and to maintain the longevity of your cosmetic tattoo.
Instead of creating hair strokes eyebrow like Microblading, this technique is natural shading a gradient effect from the beginning of the brow to the end starting from light and fading to dark, give your brow the sharp yet natural look.
I also do Eyeliner, Full Lip and non-laser cosmetic tattoo removal, Lase tattoo removal.
We get mix reviews on pain. Everyone has a different level of sensitivity so topical anesthetics are applied before and during the treatment to alleviate any sensation or discomfort. Some clients naturally feel one brow sorer than the other. You will hear a scratch noise/ sensation throughout. Music is usually played during the procedure, however feel free to bring your own ear phones and music to distract you.
Absolutely. All supplies are disposable
You won't be swollen, you just might have slightly red skin around eyebrows, but this would last about a day.
Most likely. Within a week of your first treatment the color will fade significantly and over the next four to six weeks can continue to fade as much as 20%. This is considered an extremely positive occurrence as it allows you time to reflect on your shape and color. After this period your follow-up appointment is carried out. At this point any changes you would like to make are discussed
In order to keep your eyebrow tattoo results looking fresh, we recommend a touch up every year.
It will last as long as it’s maintained. How long brows lasts will vary on your skin type by how well your skin takes in pigment during the session and how dark you are willing to go depending on scenario. After a touch up, brows is expected to last from 1 to 5 years depending on the shade of choice you prefer, skin retention, time in the sun and daily skin routines (more exfoliating products, faster the fade)..
Because color is implanted in the facial area there tends to be more fluid circulation than other parts of the body. Your face sees the most wear of any piece of you—exposure to the sun, food, facial products—the list goes on and on. All of these things cause permanent color to fade, this is why you need a touch up.
The procedure takes roughly about two hours, sometimes more sometimes less. Please allow a solid 2-hours window for your appointment. I likely won’t need that much time, but this isn’t something I want to rush.
No. There’s no downtime associated with the treatment. Redness and swelling will dissipate within an hour after. Your brows will appear darker initially, but not so dark that you will be prevented from your activities of daily living .
Healing time varies from individual to individual. 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 .
Eyebrow tattoo is a two-step treatment, consisting of an initial procedure and then a touch up between 6 to 10 weeks after.
After taking your before photo, I will draw the brow design in pencil so you get an idea of shape and form. (Please note that nobody’s face is totally symmetrical and you need to be realistic with your expectations. There is no point in trying to make the eyebrows identical or match a photo of your favorite celebrities' eyebrows if your face shape looks nothing like theirs.). Once we have agreed on a final shape (ultimately it is your decision – but I will always voice my opinion on what I think suits you aesthetically), I will shape your eyebrows then we will decide on the color. Shortly after that, a topical anesthetic will be administered to ensure comfort. Once you’re numb, the pigment is deposited. During healing, 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 may result in a loss of color and scarring. You can still wash your hair and face and once they’re healed up, you treat them as your own .
Your eyebrows will last longer if you apply sun block often and avoid abrasive facial treatments in the brow area.
We go off based on your skin tone and your natural brow hair. Clients who are used to having no brows for a long time, can find this few weeks challenging. I usually advise clients who have no brows to start wearing pencil or brow shading for some time before the process so they get used to having a brow!
No. Every attempt is made to retain all natural hair and integrate it into the design of the permanent eyebrows. In some cases, where shaping of the natural brow is required, a few hairs here and there may need to be removed to create a clean and aesthetically pleasing result.
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 over reacted and become super sensitive to the pigment and reject it at any cost.
Unfortunately, I can't. How the skin will react is different for everyone and many factors are to be taken into consideration. Skin type, age, scarring, diet, stress levels, facial products used, etc. all play a key role in your results, which is why it is important to know that more than one touch up may be required.
I always make sure that your face is important to me and I will act in accordance with my experience and expertise to give you my absolute best. But there are no guarantees in this industry. Please think long and hard before you decide to go for it.
Although Microblading or Ombre shading tattoo is considered to be semi-permanent, the procedure does allow flexibility for color or shape change to some extent. However, I will work closely with you to ensure that you are satisfied with the proposed technique. I will allow you to have as much control over the procedure as possible, so there’s very little room for error. If you do not like the decision you made, the Touch Up can be cancelled and the pigmented area naturally fades over time. If you aren’t 100% sure you would benefit from this procedure, please opt for a more temporary options
LASER TATTOO REMOVAL
A laser is a machine that emits a high intensity, narrow beam of light usually in one color (wavelength).
There are many types of lasers.Different lasers have different features, which make each one suitable for its specific purpose. The Q-Switched ND: Yag is the best wavelength for removing reds and blacks, the Q-Switched Ruby laser is the best for green blues and black.
Here at Ha's Microblading Brows Art we have both the Q-Switched ND : Yag laser and the Q-Switched Ruby laser, this means that we can successfully remove all tattoo colors of tattoos with the exception of yellow, which at the moment is the hardest of colors to completely.
Tattoos consist of iink particles that have been ingested by cells in the lower part of the skin. The laser beam is attracted to the ink particles in the skin. The absorption of the laser beam causes the ink particles to shatter and release the ink. The ink is dispersed into smaller fragments and is removed by the body's natural defense mechanisms.
The laser penetrates skin to a maximum depth of about 1-2 millimeter, so cannot affect deeper tissues or internal organs with the exception of the eye, which can be readily injured. Special eye shields or goggles are used when the laser is in operation.
The color of the skin is also important. Darkly pigmented, suntanned or artificially tanned skin is less suitable therapy, as the laser light cannot pass through the layer of pigment to reach the cells containing the tattoo ink.
Both amateur and professional tattoos can be removed with our lasers. The difference is that professional tattoos require more treatments as they have a higher concentration of ink, which is deeper into the skin.
The laser traces over the tattoo causing the sensation of hot pricks or being flicked by a rubber band. This discomfort is minimal and usually well tolerated. The treated area is cooled before, during and after with cold air. Immediately post treatment the tattoo may appear red and swollen or there may be a whitening of the area.
Each person responds to treatment differently and in some cases blisters may also appear. Post-treatment it is important to keep the area clean by bathing area when washing and patting not rubbing dry. it is also important to not cause trauma to the treated area until any blistering or redness has subsided. In other words, the post-treatment is similar to post tattoo. Keep clean, pat dry, avoid sun and chlorine pools and apply antibiotic cream if recommended, please contact us immediately if you have any concerns at all post-treatment and we will recommend the appropriate action.
Scarring occurs in less than 1% of cases. Sometimes there may be scars that are not evident from the application of the original tattoo or previously tried tattoo removal methods. Generally the lasers do not break the skin, so provided the after care is followed accordingly you should not have any additional scarring.
Several treatments are usually required for removal of tattoo. Intervals of 4-6 weeks between visits are recommended as this time is needed for the body to remove the ink. Once a number of treatments have been performed on the same area a longer period of time between sessions may be recommended. For tattoo modification the number of sessions is reduced. the tattoo needs only to be lightened or changed to suit the cover-up as planned. Each individual modification needs to be assessed and the laser operator will advise on how many sessions is reduced, Again it will also depend on factors such as density of ink and technique of application.
Some tattoos consist of a large amount of deeply penetrated ink which is unable to be reached by the laser beam. Therefore not all tattoos may be removed by the laser.
scarring can occur in association with laser tattoo removal; however this is extremely rare. A change in the skin pigment can also occur.
HYPERPIGMENTATION (increased pigment) is transient but HYPOPIGMENTATION ( decreased pigment) can be permanent.