Ombré Cosmetic Tattoo

Ombré brows are created using a digital machine with a single needle to implant pigment. The machine implants pigment into the surface of the skin as tiny dots to create a soft filled-in, makeup look.

We offer an extensive consultation to create the clients perfect set of brows. Precise measurements are made to ensure symmetry and client feedback is asked for during the whole process to ensure we are creating a set of brows you are happy to look at everyday!

Lasts 1-3 years (between annual touch ups)

Suitable for all skin types and existing brow shapes

Less maintenance

Heals true to shape

Allows you to spend less on waxing and tinting

Best technique for cover ups / colour corrections

Cosmetic tattoo is not suitable if you have / are any of the following:

Pregnancy, breastfeeding or undergoing IVF treatments

Under the age of 18 (without parental consent)

Keloid or hypertrophic scarring

Type 1 Diabetes

Has cancer or is undergoing Chemotherapy or radiotherapy (or within the last 45 days)

Autoimmune disorders (eg. HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis, Syphilis etc)

Blood clotting disorders

Glaucoma and/or taking blood thinning medications

Severe skin conditions

Hypertension

Allergies to pigmentation, makeup and anaesthesia.

Has open wounds on or around the area to be treated

If you have any medical conditions that could leave you at risk during or after the cosmetic tattoo process, a doctors clearance must be provided.

Before coming for your cosmetic tattoo appointment, please ensure you are avoiding the following 2 weeks prior to your appointment:

Brow tinting

Botox or other injectables (2-4 weeks to avoid migration of botox)

Solarium or overexposure to sunlight

Active cleansers or serums (eg. retinol, Accutane, AHA, Glycolic etc)

Chemical skin peels

Laser or IPL

STRICTLY avoiding blood thinners 24 hours before appointment such as caffeine, alcohol and blood thinning medication (clients should not stop blood thinning medication without doctors approval).

Avoid exercise the day of treatment.

Minimise water intake 3 hours prior to the appointment.

How to take care of your new brows

An hour post treatment, then again before bed on the day of your brow treatment, gently rinse your brows with warm water and dab dry with a tissue or cotton round. Then apply a light layer of balm with a clean finger across both brows, against the direction of your hair.

From the second day onwards, apply the supplied balm 4 times a day with a clean finger until the balm is empty (7 to 10 days). It should be a light gloss over your brow so that your skin can still breathe. Try not to apply too much at once as your balm has to last minimum 7.

DO NOT use Vaseline, Bepanthen or any other products in the performed area! If you lose your balm, please contact Zoe for a replacement, as other creams and ointments can cause brows to heal differently.

• Saunas and steam rooms for 7.

• Swimming for 7 days.

• Direct sunlight for 7 days.

• Sweating the day of your appointment. Only minimal sweating for 7 days after.

• Brow makeup, facials and peels for 3 weeks (brow powders can be used after 2 weeks).

• Using products through your brows for 3 weeks (foundation, cleansers, exfoliants, moisturisers, sunscreens, serums).

Day 1 to 3: Any redness or irritation will subside after 24 hours. You will notice the colour of the pigment will intensify for the first 7 days. This is because the pigment sitting on the surface, and your skin has not healed yet. Just a reminder, the first 7 days will not be the true colour of your new brows as they have not completely healed yet.

Day 4 to 7: Your brows may feel itchy as the skin heals. Your pigment will start to lighten and soften from now.

Day 7 to 10: Expect a slight amount of flakiness as they heal. DO NOT scratch, pick or rub them, as this can cause the removal of your pigment. You must let any dryness or flakiness fall off on its own to ensure proper healing and pigment retention.

Week 2 to 3: Flakiness will reduce, and colour will lighten; it may even disappear. The colour has absorbed under the skin layer and will resurface in the following weeks as the skin cells repair.

Week 4 to 6: Colour will resurface, showing its true pigment. Brows may appear patchy or slightly uneven in some areas. In rare cases, the pigment may not retain well.

Week 6 to 8: Your brows will be fully healed and will be ready for your initial touch up at 6 weeks at the earliest. The initial touch up will implant the pigment further into your skin to ensure colour retention. During this visit, we will make any corrections necessary.

Your new brow tattoo's retention and longevity can last 12 months or more on average until you will need a touch-up. This is depending on skin type, client lifestyle and care of brows. Exfoliation and sun exposure are the main factors that cause colour fading. Wearing an SPF50 daily (from 3 weeks post treatment) will help ensure your colour is protected from the sun.

Each client will respond to cosmetic tattoo differently in regards to healing time and required touch-ups. Most clients will need one touch up, while others may need a second to achieve their desired result and colour retention. BUT, some clients may hold pigment so well they wont need a 6-8 week touch up or need an annual touch up for years possibly! Everyone’s skin hold pigment so differently and we wont know where you sit on that scale until after your initial treatment.

Any extra sessions needed will come at an additional charge.