The Art Of Cosmetic Tattooing with Michelle Curran

Cosmetic tattooing also called semi-permanent make-up or micropigmentation is an exciting treatment which enhances facial features such as brows, eyes, lips and also has a place in the medical field (vitiligo, alopecia, breast re-construction, scar camouflage).

When you apply your make-up it only lasts a few hours. Just imagine that it can last a few months and years, and this is what cosmetic tattooing will do for you.
Nowadays, modern living is demanding, everybody works longer hours, the competition is fierce between male and female, young and not so young. Not only everybody must perform better but must look good as well.

Cosmetic tattooing or semi-permanent make-up will give you the confidence to look your best all the time. You will feel rejuvenated, looking younger therefore happier and more confident. Many clients say my work has given them the look of a face lift (without the cost) and has made them look and feel up to ten years younger.

Perfect Eyebrows

Eyebrows are the frame of the face. They bring character to a person's face as they are involved in every facial expression. Shape correction can give a rejuvenating effect, achieved by re-designing the shape of the eyebrows to lift drooping eyelids and "open up the eyes". The result gives a definite, more youthful appearance. You can either shape and define the brows producing a powdery effect or in some instances, the treatment is carried out with fine hair strokes. Anyone who desires more fullness of the brows will love the procedure, and the time saved not applying make-up. You can go swimming, play sport, go to the hairdresser, and wipe your forehead without the embarrassment of losing their eyebrows.

Subtle Natural Eyes

Because they are so expressive, the eyes are he first thing people notice. The implantation of pigments between the lashes will give a natural look with the illusion of fuller, thicker lashes, suddenly the eyes are "alive". The shape can also be enhanced and create the appearance of larger eyes. For an anti-ageing effect, the lower lash line can be lifted, making your face look younger. Additional shadowing of colour can be added for a soft natural line, often referred to as "designer liner"
Mucosa colouring is available, adding colour to the inner tissue, at the edge of the eye, where a lot of women apply "Kohl", adding depth, and of course solving the problems of "panda eyes" .

Attractive or Sexy Sensual Lips

Cosmetic tattooing reduces the appearance of fine lines around the lips. It restores fullness, youthfulness and definition to the lips. Symmetry can be restored, shape can be modified. Again, you can get natural results with soft tones or a more "make up" look.

LipLiner

Can be natural or defined, your choice of thin, or thick line. Guaranteed to perfect the shape of your mouth.

Full Lip Tint

Shape can be defined, symmetry restored, and colour is added all over. Again results can be soft and natural or more dramatic. Gloss can be added over it or if you feel like a change of colour, just apply the lipstick of your choice over it.

Beauty Spots

A lot of customers want a beauty spot like "Cindy Crawford", above the corner of the upper lip. Other popular spots are just under the corner of the eyes, on the cheekbone, on the breast... or where ever takes your fancy.

Colour Boost Refresh

Over time, colours fade and it is nice to add a colour boost to refresh your look. Also due to the fading process, colours can change and need to be corrected.

What is permanent Cosmetic Make-up?
Also called semi-permanent tattooing or micro pigmentation, this procedure involves the insertion of naturally improved pigments into the upper layer of the dermis to instantly improve the appearance. Every treatment is TAILOR MADE.

How is it done?
The procedure is performed using a pen-like machine or tattooist gun with sterile, disposable needles and parts. Non-allergenic colours are implanted just underneath the skin. These colours are manufactured specifically for use on the face, and are deigned to compliment your natural skin tones.

Who is it for?
This procedure will benefit people;

• with poor eyesight or with contact lenses
• with thinning or no eyebrows
• with a disappearing or crooked lip line
• with alopecia
• with burn scars
• with allergies
• in the sports, entertainment or modelling industries
  
• who want to improve on nature and enhance their features
• who want to reduce the appearance of scars after a facelift or breast operation

How long will it last and are there any side effects
Lasting effects vary according to the colour implanted, your skin type and cell renewal. Tattooing always looks darker and bolder just after the treatment and will take about a week to gradually fade into a natural shade. As a general rule, the darker the colour, the longer it lasts. Certain darker colours will be visible for up to ten years. Lip colour can be reassessed after approximately four weeks. Slight swelling and faint bruising on the eyelids may appear after the treatment. These side effects will disappear within a couple of days.

Does it hurt and how long will it take
Anaesthetic cream is applied prior to the treatment to ease any discomfort, and an anaesthetic gel is used after the skin is broken. For lip blending and full lip colour, a local dentist will provide a dental block at client's cost. Before the treatment, a consultation will be conducted and can take up to one hour. The procedure itself continues for one to two hours, depending on the treatment. Adjustments, if needed, are carried out four to eight weeks after the initial appointment. If clients require a more intense colour for the full lip treatment a second treatment can be organised.

Do I have a choice of colours?
Definitely! There is a wide choice of colours and shades. Colours can be mixed, darkened or lightened to achieve a soft and natural look, or a more glamorous look.

What do I need for after care?
A tube of BEPANTHEN cream must be purchased from Cosmetic Creations after the treatment, to ensure superior, long lasting results.