COSMETIC TATTOOING
Cosmetic tattooing is sometimes referred to as permanent makeup (PMU for short), but it is so much more. It's a way of adding to or enhancing facial features such as brows, the eyelash line, or lips. For instance, many brow clients are seeking to return their brows to their once fuller state, while lash line enhancement clients often seek to do the same for their lash line. For many, cosmetic tattooing helps speed up their morning routine while also boosting their self-esteem and confidence.
Natural Nano Brows - Machined hair strokes throughout the brow for a natural look.
Pixel Brows - Hand tapped, fluffy hair strokes give fullness and dimension.
Powder Brows - Even shading throughout the brows.
Ombré Brows - Shading that is darker in the tail but gradually gets lighter toward the front of the brows.
Shadow Brows - A natural gradient shading throughout the brows.
Combo Brows - A mixture of hair strokes and shading.
NOTE: Do to the unnecessary trauma, frequency of touch ups, and undesirable longterm results, we do not perform microblading at Wink & Smile.
Lash Line Enhancement - Gives your lash line a fuller, darker appearance. This can be done on the top and bottom lash lines.
Eyeliner - We offer top lid liner. We help you choose the right shape and style for your eye shape and lifestyle. We can add a lower lash line enhancement for a full effect.
NOTE: The water line cannot be tattooed as it can cause irreversible damage.
Lip Blushing - Helps restore lips to a more natural color or give color to hypopigmented lips.
Full Color or Ombré - For those full glam gals who are tired of constantly applying lipstick.
Dark Lip Neutralization - Gives hyperpigmented lips an even, natural tone. Can be perfeormed prior to a lip blushing or full color serive for an even appearance.
NOTE: Clients with a history of cold sores or fever blisters are required to take an anti-viral before, during, and after their proceedure to aid in more desirable healed results.
FAQs
Can anyone get a cosmetic tattoo?
PMU is not suitable for those who:
Are under 18
Are pregnant or nursing
Are sick (flu, cold, infection, etc.)
Have a communicable disease
Are immunocompromised
Have had an organ transplant
Have a pacemaker or major heart problem
Have lupus
Have an autoimmune disorder or hypersensitivity
Have uncontrolled diabetes
Have uncontrolled high blood pressure
Have epilepsy
If you have glaucoma (eyeliner only)
Are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation
Are prone to keloid scarring or hyperpigmentation
Have a skin irritations (extremely sensitive skin, acne, a rash, a sunburn, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, etc.) in the area to be treated
Ever had cold sores / herpes (An anti-viral prescription is needed prior to getting lip PMU)
Use/have used Roaccutane, Acctuate, or Oratane (or any other form of oral Vit A) in the past year.
Have had a laser or chemical peel in the last 6 months
That have had an eye-lift / blepharoplasty or laser eye surgery in the past 3 months (physicians approval required)
Are using/have used retinoids such as acne or anti-aging skincare in the past month
Have had a COVID vaccine, been on antibiotics, or steroids in the past 2 weeks
Had Botox or fillers in the past 2 weeks
Have used any blood thinning / anti-coagulant medication, Omegas, or herbal/green/detox teas in the past 48 hours.
Does cosmetic tattooing hurt?
It depends on the procedure and person. Some procedures are in delicate areas that tend to be more sensitive. With that said, we do use a topical anesthetic to keep you comfortably numb during your session.
How long does a cosmetic tattooing last?
Cosmetic tattooing is form of permanent tattoing. Like traditional tattoos, cosmetic tattoos will lighten and fade over time, and in some individuals this fading can occure sooner. The reason for this is the depth of the proceedure. While traditional tattos are implanted in the middle of the dermis; cosemtic tattoos are implanted in the very top layer of the dermis, known as the papilary dermis. It is right below the epidermis (the layer of the skin that regularly sheds and regenerates), and is slightly uneven. This is why perfecting sessions are common. Microblading clients typically need a touch up yearly, while machined or hand tapped clients can go 2-5 years before needing a touch up.
What is the difference between microblading, hand tapping, and machining?
Microblading
Uses a blade to cut small, pigment filled incision into the skin
Clients typically need a touch up yearly
High trauma can cause scarring
Crisp results that may fading unevenly
Blurring is enevitable
Only recommended for a small percentage of skin types
Hand Tapping
Manual technique similar to microblading, but does not cut the skin
Clients, on average go 2+ years without a trouch up
Minimal trauma to the skin
Soft, natural results that evenly fade
Unlikely to blur
Great for all skin types, especially sensitive or mature skin
Machine and Needle
Uses a needled to make tiny dots or pixels
Clients can go 2-5 years before needing a touch up
Low trauma to the skin
Crisp results that are long lasting
Unlikely to blur
Can be performed on all skin types