IS IT RIGHT FOR ME?

PREGNANT OR NURSING

You are absolutely not a candidate. Although there is no medical evidence that tattooing would have any affect on an unborn child, we don’t know for sure. So we suggest you err on the side of caution and come back after the baby is born and you are no longer nursing.

ON ACCUTANE/RETIN A

Topical steroids thin the skin. Depending on the stage your skin is at, it may be too fragile to undergo a procedure. You should get clearance from your doctor before considering permanent makeup.

ON ANTICOAGULANTS/BLOOD THINNERS

Long term use of aspirin, ibuprofen, and medications reducing clotting time result in increased bleeding and bruising which will affect the implantation of pigment as well as increase the healing time.

AUTO-IMMUNE DISEASE

You should get clearance from your doctor before considering permanent makeup.

DIABETIC

If you are insulin dependent, you are not a candidate for permanent makeup. Healing could be compromised and take longer than average. Otherwise, if your doctor feels your condition is under control, you may request a letter stating that you are able to undergo cosmetic tattooing. Special care should be taken to prevent infection.

BLOOD DISORDERS

Any disorders that affect clotting such as hemophilia, sickle cell anemia, and platelet disorders could interfere with the implantation of pigment.

MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE, ARTIFICIAL HEART VALVES OR ARTIFICIAL JOINTS, ANY OTHER HEART CONDITIONS

(or any person that requires prophylactic antibiotics before dental or other procedures) will need to consult their physician for treatment prior to permanent cosmetics. Uncontrolled high blood pressure and poor general health would be a special concern, you will need to see your physician and discuss the procedure to gain approval and a note must be provided to your artist.

HYPERTROPHIC SCARRING OR PRONE TO KELOIDING

Persons with tendencies for this type of scarring are not recommended for permanent makeup.

Patients with epilepsy, diabetes, hemophilia or a heart disease of any kind should have a physician’s approval prior to any cosmetic tattooing procedure. You know the state of your health better than anyone. If you have ANY medical issues that you feel MIGHT be a contraindication, then it is suggested you get clearance from your doctor. You must wait if you have recently had eye surgery such as Lasix, cornea repair, etc. You will need to wait at least 1 year before doing any permanent makeup on or near your eyes as scars from surgery or injury must be healed for at least one year prior to service.

WHAT ARE THE PROCEDURES?

Micro-blading

• A semipermanent technique for enhancing the appearance of the eyebrows, in which pigment is scratched into the skin in fine, short strokes resembling hair, using a hand tool with a blade formed of tiny needles.

• Ideal for clients ranging from full brows to those with no hair at all.

• Not ideal for clients with oily skin or large pores

Powder-brow

• A semi-permanent technique creating a soft powdered effect with a rotary machine that resembles using an eyebrow pencil or powder to create the brow shape and is ideal for those wanting a fuller more complete and defined brow

Combo-brow (Most popular)

• A semi-permanent technique that is a combination of the above two procedures where individual strokes are visible at the bulb of the brow and gently fade into a more defined and complete brow as it progresses towards the spine and tail of your brow.