Cosmetic Tattoo Appointments
All new cosmetic tattoo treatment services include a consultation at the time of your appointment. It is not necessary to book a consultation unless you prefer to. If you have existing cosmetic tattoo please book a pre-consultation through phone or in-person to ensure the area is suitable for us to work with.
During the consultation we discuss your goals and assess the areas to be treated, we will advise you of the best options to achieve your desired look. Everything will be pre-drawn, measured and shaped according to your natural features and proceed with your approval.
All our steps are thorough to ensure the only regret you will experience is not booking in sooner.
Please read the pre-treatment considerations to find out more about treatment suitability, anaesthetic and pre-cautions.
EXISTING COSMETIC TATTOO may be considered as correctional work and requires a ‘consultation only’ appointment first. Please DO NOT book in for the full treatment unless you have consulted one of our team regarding your existing cosmetic tattoos.
LED (Light Emitting Diode) assists with healing and may be beneficial after a treatment.
PREGNANCY We do not tattoo during pregnancy.
FACIAL SURGERY Doctor’s permission must be sought before going ahead with a treatment after any recent facial surgery.
BREAST FEEDING We do not tattoo during breast feeding, please inquire if you’d like more information.
CHEMICAL PEELS It is recommended not to undergo any chemical peels within 2-4 weeks of either side of a cosmetic tattoo treatment
TOPICAL VITAMIN A Retin-A, Tretinoin Preparations, Hydroquinone, Skin bleaching agents: may increase hypersensitivity, and the risk of scarring if used within 5 days of treatment.
ALCOHOL avoid for at least 24hrs before the procedure to avoid excessive bleeding
COSMECEUTICAL SKIN CARE Cosmeceutical products containing the following ingredients should be avoided on the area for at least 5 days before treatment and 2 wks after. NB Future use may accelerate fading of cosmetic tattoos: AHA’s (Alpha Hydroxy Acids: Glycolic, lactic acid), Vitamin C, Benzoyl Peroxide, Vitamin A, Alcohol greater than 6%
INJECTABLES Muscle relaxant injections and dermal fillers: To ensure even distribution of any cosmetic injectable, minimised bruising, and a successful result, treatment should not be performed under two weeks before or after.
ECZEMA/ DERMATITIS If you suffer any skin hypersensitivity or dermatitis it is advisable to seek medical advice before having a cosmetic tattoo treatment.
ALLERGIES Such as latex, rubber, medications, numbing agents, Phenylalanine (PPE): Please advise your cosmetic tattooist for further advice.
IPL/LASER on the area should be avoided a minimum of 4 weeks before treatment and must be completely avoided on any area that contain cosmetic tattoo pigment. Advise your laser/IPL therapist before undergoing treatments.
SUPPLEMENTS Avoid the following for a week before treatment: Fish, primrose, krill oil, Ginseng, Gingko Biloba,
MEDICATIONS If you are taking any of the following medication please consult your cosmetic tattooist before booking: Warfarin, Heparin, Aspirin, Opioid medication (Endone), Prednisone, Roaccutane (within 8-12 months), Antibiotics
DIABETES Due to possible slower healing, please contact your cosmetic tattooist for consultation before booking.
COLD SORES Treatment should not be conducted when active cold sores are present. The stimulation of cosmetic tattoo may increase the risk of future breakouts.
RADIATION / CHEMOTHERAPY To ensure your safety and comfort a Doctors permission must be sought before we can proceed with any cosmetic tattoo treatments. Please call us for more information.
EXERCISE / GYM After treatment you will be advised to avoid the following for at least 2 wks: chlorinated/salt water pools, high UV exposure, Sun beds, and Infra-red light exposure. The following activities should be avoided for 48 hours after treatment: Cardio workout, excessive sweating, sauna, hot spa, spray tanning