What is a Cosmetic Tattoo Artist?
A Cosmetic Tattoo Artist is someone who has extensively trained in all aspects of Tattooing, including Body Art. Tattooists have been able to use their skills for the purpose of makeup for centuries, and were first recognized as an art form in the Western world as early as 1870.

What is Cosmetic Tattooing?
Cosmetic Tattooing is the pigmenting of skin by the process of tattooing for the purpose of (semi) permanent makeup, or the pigmenting of skin to camouflage loss of skin color. Cosmetic Tattooing is also known as Color Implants, Intra-dermal pigmentation or Micro-pigmentation. No matter what the process is called, it is still classified as Tattooing.

What type of ink is used?
There are NO inks or dyes that will only stay in the skin for a limited time. Cosmetic Tattoo Artists use iron oxides (tattoo ink). The same as a body artist. Potential clients should be wary of "specialists" who say that it's a special vegetable dye that only lasts for a few years.

Does it hurt?
It depends on which part of the body. It is generally described as a sharp scratchy sensation. Annoying, but not unbearable.

How long does it take to heal?
Approximately 4-6 days. During the healing period, a light scab will form. This will flake off over the healing period. A certain amount of color loss is experienced after healing. A retouch of color after two weeks will correct any color loss. (This is included in the price)

How long does it last?
Anywhere from 3 - 7 years before there is any noticeable loss of color. The darker or heavier the color used, the longer it will last. Color will fade due to several reasons. Skin type, exfoliation, and more importantly, the depth that the ink has been implanted into the dermis. When receiving this treatment, consideration should be given to the fact that this IS a tattoo.

Is the treatment safe?
The tattooing effect is extremely good for the skin. (See Skin Needling) New needles are used for every client and for every treatment. Health department regulations regarding this treatment are strictly adhered to.