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Cosmetic tattoos have been rising in popularity in recent years, and with the past 24 months spent in and out of lockdown, many who were only kind of considering the idea previously are now leaning towards cosmetic tattooing. It is, after all, an easy way to maintain your preferred aesthetic without having to rely on society being open for business.
While cosmetic tattooing is generally safe when carried out properly by a professional, your circumstances will still impact your results. So, let’s explore six things you need to consider before getting your first cosmetic tattoo.
It Isn’t Permanent
While most people hear the term “tattoo” and think that if they have one it’ll be on their body for the rest of their life, this isn’t the case with cosmetic tattooing. Because of the sensitive nature (and area) of these treatments, they end up being semi-permanent. This comes down to the process used and the fact that this type of procedure is done with pigments, not ink.
Don’t Shave Beforehand
When getting a traditional ink tattoo, the area must be shaved beforehand to ensure that the ink takes properly and your design is not affected by hairs. With cosmetic tattooing such as eyebrow feathering, however, the process is designed to mimic natural hair growth. You should, therefore, keep your follicles intact for best results.
You Can Use a Numbing Agent
When getting a tattoo, topical numbing agents are not recommended as they can cause the ink to run and damage your design. With cosmetic tattooing, however, localized pain relief is perfectly acceptable.
Cosmetic tattoos use a different coloring process and are designed to accentuate your natural beauty and amplify features rather than place a design onto your skin.
It’s Probably Going to Be Darker Than You Expected at First
Like any pigment introduced to the skin, your new cosmetic tattoo will most likely be darker than anticipated for the first couple of days. This is nothing to worry about.
The procedure is fresh, so the pigment hasn’t had time to fully settle within your body. After about 48 hours, you should be able to accurately gauge what your new semi-permanent make-up will look like over the coming months.
It’s Not for Everyone
As wonderful as it would be to never have to worry about doing any of your make-up ever again, cosmetic tattooing isn’t suitable for everyone. Various factors will impact whether it is safe for you to have a procedure of this kind, so it’s super important to ensure that you have an initial consultation. This will give you the opportunity to discuss safety and desired results before you commit.
Most places will insist on a consultant prior to treatment for new customers, but we suggest that you have a chat before each new treatment type, not just before your first.
Each Treatment Is Unique
When getting a tattoo, the process is fairly standard no matter what part of the body is being tattooed. Cosmetic tattooing procedures, however, can vary greatly depending on what you’re getting done.
Microblading, for example, isn’t anything like lip blushing, and permanent eyeliner is different again. The person doing your treatment will go through everything with you beforehand, but you shouldn’t walk in expecting a blanket overview as things need to be tailored for safety and effectiveness.
Hopefully, you now feel well prepared for your first cosmetic tattooing procedure. If you have specific questions, please speak to the person who will be doing your treatment, but if they’re general in nature, feel free to ask them in the comments.
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