What is Cosmetic Tattooing?

Cosmetic Tattooing, also called Semi-Permanent Makeup or Micropigmentation, is the process of implanting color pigment beneath the surface of the skin by means of a tiny, sterile, disposable needle to produce the appearance of cosmetic makeup or to enhance the natural features of teh face.
 

What is the difference between Cosmetic Tattooing & Traditional Body Tattooing?

The purpose of Cosmetic Tattooing is to enhance the natural features of a client. Cosmetic Tattooing is softer and more subtle - it is meant to be a natural-looking beauty enhancement. Body Tattoos use ink while cosmetic tattoo procedures involve only iron-oxide based pigments. These pigments are designed to gently fade over time. Fading is desired as it allows the technician to make changes to color and shape over the years as client's natural coloration and facial changes occur.
 

 

Does Cosmetic Tattooing hurt?

A highly effective, topical anesthetic cream and gel are used for numbing before and during your procedure. Pain threshold levels vary from person to person and every effort is made to ensure you remain comfortable for the entirety of the procedure.

 

What are Pigments made of?

The pigments used in Cosmetic Tattooing come in a variety of colors specifically formulated with iron oxide, an ingredient safe for the skin. I do not use pigments made from organic ingredients, such as vegetables as the have a high risk of carrying bacteria and causing allergic reactions. Because color is implanted just underneath the dermal layer of the skin, the resulting shade is soft and muted =, unlike regular cosmetic makeup that sits on the surface of the skin.

 

 

How long do Cosmetic Tattoos last?

MICROBLADING  12 - 18 months
OMBRE BROWS  3 - 5 years
LIP BLUSH  3 - 5 years

The treatments are considered semi-permanent and will not wash off, however, it will fade over time and regular touch-ups are required to keep color crisp.

*Retention depends on a number of factors including: the pigment color used (lighter colors fade faster), lifestyle (sun exposure), iron deficiency (your body absorbs iron-oxide as a supplement), and if any chemical peels come into contact with treated areas.

Please not final results can not be guaranteed as each unique skin type will hold pigments differently and break down at different rates. We will re-evaluate how your skin has received the pigment at your touch-up appointment and make changes necessary.


 

Do you offer Correction Services or perform services on clients who have had previous work?

In some cases we can work on previously tattooed eyebrows but not always. Cover ups depend on the current color, age of the previous tattoo and scar tissue. If the previous work has left the skin scarred, there is a great chance Microblading will not hold. Scar tissue tends to reject pigment in a lot of cases.

If you need cover up work, please email a photo to blushandbladepmu@gmail.com so we can evaluate your brows. **There is no guarantee that I will be able to accommodate a cover up appointment depending on the current state of your brows

PRIOR to scheduling an appointment: If you fail to obtain approval of your previous tattoo PRIOR to scheduling you will forfeit your non-refundable deposit.


 

Contraindications for Cosmetic Tattooing

• Epilepsy

• Liver Disease

• Hormone Therapy 

• Diabetic

• Chemotherapy

• Sick (cold, flu, etc.)

• Pregnant or Nursing

• Major Heart Problems

• Viral Infection/Disease

• Botox in the past month

• Accutane in the past year

• Brow Growth Serums must be discontinued 6 weeks before tattooing

• Psoriasis, Rash or Sunburn on or around the treated area

• An allergy to Lidocaine or Tetracaine

• Previous Permanent Makeup: MUST email photo for approval prior to booking

CONDITIONS REQUIRING DOCTORS NOTE:
 

• Diabetes

• High Blood Pressure

• Auto-immune disease, and any disease causing slow healing and/or high risk of infection

 

What should I expect immediately after my appointment? How is the Healing Process?

 

Your semi-permanent makeup will appear darker and bigger than expected for the first few days. This will gradually lighten during the complete healing process. 

 

It is possible to expereince redness and swelling up to 48 hours after the procedure.

 

The treated area will appear much darker and bold due to the oxidation process during the healing process

 

As the area heals it will become dry and itchy. As the pigment film starts to flake off DO NOT pick, scratch, itch or pull off any areas willpull out the pigment or in sokme cases scarring. As the area continues to heal, a softer more natural result will be revealed underneath. 

 

Please note that within the first 4 weeks the amount of pigment that you see can seem very faint. It may seem like the pigment has been lost; please be advised that as the skin regenerates the new skin can in some cases hide the hair strokes completely. You must allow the full healing time of 4-6 weeks to see the true color and result. 

 

 

 

What should I do before my Appointment?

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• Do not work out 24 hours before your procedure

• No alcohol or cafeinated products 24 hours before treatment and aspirin or blood-thinning medications 5 days prior

• Avoid sun and salon tanning one week before procedure

• No brow waxing, tinting, microdermabrasion, or chemical peels(glycolic acid, Pumpkin, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Salicylic Acid, *Fraxel, Co2, and IPL laser treatments - 4 weeks)

• Discontinue Retin-A 4 weeks before procedure. Do not use AHA skincare products close to the eyebrow area 2 weeks before procedure

• No botox around the brow area 2 weeks before procedure

• If youare required to take antibiotics before dental procedures, please follow the same instructions from your doctor before your procedure

• Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Advil/Ibuprofen, Aleve, Mortin, Excedrin, Warafin, Coumadin, Oil Supplements such as Fish Oil, Vitamin E Oil, or Primrose Oil 24 hours before procedure. (You may take Tylenol)

 

 

 

 

How will my Cosmetic Tattoo look in the future?

 

The majority of our clients' Cosmetic Tattoos stay true to color. There are some cases, however, where colors may fade to different tones according to the individual's response to the pigments (like lifestyle and iron deficiencies). Many factors affect these changes, At your touch up appointment, we will re-analyze how your body has responded to the initial color. Special formula alteration to correct the color and to prevent further color change is made at this time.

 

 

 

 

How do I take care of my brows to make them last longer?

 

A good sunscreen applied daily AFTER healing on the tattooed area(s) is needed to help keep color true. As with any tattoo, sun exposure will make the color fade faster. The pigment used is iron- oxide based. Your body absorbs it as mineral irons, so the color will fade over time. You will need a touch-up every year. The fading speed depends on your skin type, lifestyle, sun exposure, pigment color used, broken capillaries, iron deficiency, and if any chemical peels were done after cosmetic tattooing.

 

If you are planning a chemical peel, MRI or other medical procedure, please inform the technician that you have had an iron-oxide cosmetic tattoo. Careful application must be taken to avoid affecting the tattooed area.

 

If you are planning to have laser treatments, tell your laser specialist to avoid the pigmented area. Laser may cause pigment to turn black.

 

 

 

 

I am not sure which style to choose. May I schedule a consultation?

 

The first hour of the appointment is the full consultation where we pick a color match, talk about the best technique for your skin and the style you want, and shape your brows. There is information on the pricing menu about which procedure usually works best for which skin type but we can always swap out combo or Microblading on the day of the procedure depending on your style and the way you respond to the procedure.

 

If you have previous work from another artist, dark lips and/or would like a virtual consultation please email us photos of your brow in bright light without makeup along with pictures of brows/lips you like if possible.

 

 

 

 

How do I book an appointment?

 

Appointments can be made directly through our website or you may call or text us at 727-551-1076. Please note that a $100 non-refundable deposit is required to schedule your appointment and is deducted from the total price of your procedure. If you decide to schedule an appointment and reserve your spot - please keep in mind that if you need to reschedule or cancel, you will forfeit your deposit.

 

All appointments are first come first serve and I do my best to fit everyone in, but please understand I cannot accommodate all requests.