FAQs

WHO CAN NOT GET A COSMETIC TATTOO?

  • Pregnant/Breast feeding

  • Below the age of 18

  • Has HIV/AIDS 

  • Allergies

  • Keloid scarring

  • Been taking  Accutane or any other acne prescribe medications [must ceased medication for a year]

  • Taking blood thinning medication

  • Skin cancer

  • Type 1 diabetic 

  • Undergoing chemo/radiation [wait 6 months as immune system is low and at risk of infection] 

  • Have had botox in the last 2 weeks

  • Taking photosensitising medications

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FEATHER TOUCH, OMBRE BROWS and COMBO?

FEATHER TOUCH BROWS - This technique is done by using a blade with a tiny row of needles to create hair strokes in the eyebrows to resemble the look of natural hair. Not everyone is a good candidate, the following skin concerns are not suitable. Oily skin, large pores, acne, rosacea, extremely dry skin [eczema]. If you have any of the above it is best to book for ombre. Still not sure then contact Belle-Issa Beauty.

OMBRE BROWS – This technique uses a small machine to place extremely small dots of pigment into the skin, creating a soft shaded brow which is lighter at the front and more defined/darker at the tail which creates a soft-shaded pencilled in look. This can be customised to your preference by making it softer or more defined.

COMBO BROWS – This technique is a combination of the two treatments above, feather touch and ombre brows. Combination brows are characterised by feather hair strokes at the beginning then transitions to a powdered finish from the middle to the ends. Giving a prominent yet natural look.

WHAT IS COSMETIC TATTOOING?

Cosmetic Tattooing is a semi-permanent solution to your brow styling. The process is done by implanting pigment into the skin with tiny sterile, disposable needles. This is an ideal treatment for people wanting to correct sparse, gappy brows or simply to achieve low maintanced brows. With the option to go for softer or a more defined sculptured look it will leave you looking brow ready everyday. 

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?

Depending on skin types, Cosmetic tattooing will last between 1-2 years. Remembering this is a semi-permanent enhancement. Each individual will vary depending on the technique chosen, skin type and aftercare.  Some things to help prolong your brows, sunscreen should be worn daily, avoiding facial products on the area such as peels, retinol and other skin stripping agents.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?

2 treatments, 6-10 weeks apart. Your initial appointment and retouch appointment. Your initial appointment can take up to 3 hours.

WHY DO I NEED A TOUCH-UP APPOINTMENT?

After your initial appointment you will require a mandatory touch-up for your brows. It is recommended to book this when booking your initial appointment. Cosmetic tattooing is a 2 step process, once the brows have healed some clients may want to make adjustments such as going slightly darker or thicker. If you do not get the touch-up within the recommended time frame the price will increase as more work will be required to perfect the brows.

HOW DO YOU GET THE RIGHT SHAPE AND COLOUR FOR ME?

A full consultation is performed before the treatment begins. Measuring techniques are used to obtain symmetry as well as your facial features and bone structure. Once the brow shape is mapped and drawn you will get to see the shape and make any adjustments as you require. Before performing the treatment I will always make sure that the clients is 100% happy with the shape.

The colour is chosen through a number of ways, accessing the skin tone, skin Fitzpatrick chart and your desired intensity. 

DOES IT HURT?

It can depend on the individual as each pain threshold can vary, however we make sure you are comfortable throughout the procedure. A topical anaesthetic is used.

ANAESTHETIC 

Have you had any allergic reactions to topical or injected anaesthetic before? Two topical anaesthetic will be used throughout your procedure. You will be required to purchase from a compounding pharmacy [this will be discussed in your booking information].

HOW WILL I LOOK IMMEDIATELY AFTER COSMETIC TATTOO?

Your brows will appear dark and intense for the first 5 days, as expected they will feel tender and you may experience some minor swelling /redness for the first 24hrs. As the healing process has begun the tattooed area may begin to weep with lymph [a normal wound healing response]

 You will be provided with the required aftercare information at your appointment.

WHAT HAPPENS TO MY EYEBROW HAIR AFTER TATTOOING?

A very common question asked is ‘Do I shave my eyebrow off?’ No we do not, the hair left is any hair outside of the desired shape will be removed on the day. 

Yes, you will still need to have your eyebrows waxed as we do not alter the hair so it will continue to grow.  

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO BEFORE/AFTER MY COSMETIC TATTOOING? 

Please refer to the brow tattooing page on our website. Instructions of aftercare will be provided at your initial appointment.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Do you have any events planned? It is advised to take consideration before booking as a tattoo takes 1-2 weeks partially heal. You are unable to wear make-up on the area, but are advice to use an aftercare protection cream for 5 days after your treatment.

Do you have any upcoming activities that include swimming? You will be unable to we your brows for up to 2 weeks this even includes showing. 

DO YOU REQUIRE A BOOKING FEE?

Yes, all cosmetic tattooing services require a 50% booking fee to secure your booking. All bookings are made by contacting Belle-Issa Beauty directly, the booking fee’s are non-refundable and only transferable once. Booking fee’s are taken to avoid the risk of no shows and late cancellations.