Cosmetic Tattoo Services

First things first: is PMU (Permanent Makeup) right for you?

We’re pro-results and ruthless about safety. We won’t proceed if any of the below apply right now:

• Pregnant

• Active viral illness or infection

• Botox in the treatment area within 14 days

• Filler in the treatment area within 28 days

• Currently sick (cold/flu-like symptoms)

• Accutane or similar in the last 6 months

• Keloid scarring in the treatment area

You’ll need written medical clearance if you:

• Are undergoing chemotherapy (doctor’s consent required)

• Are nursing (breastfeeding)

• Are diabetic

• Have epilepsy/seizure history

• Have had an organ transplant

Bottom line: if your health or timing says “not today,” we’ll reschedule. Brows are optional—safety isn’t.

What to expect

• Two-step journey. Most clients need a touch-up to lock in shape and color.

• Healing shifts daily. Expect a 14-day surface heal and up to 4 weeks for color to settle.

• The “ghost” phase. Strokes can look pale after flaking—new skin is masking pigment. They reappear as the skin clarifies.

• Skin type matters.

  • Oily skin: strokes heal softer/more powdery.

  • Dry skin: strokes heal crisper.

  • Heavy bleeders: may need extra refinement—blood can push out pigment.

Before your appointment (read this or risk a reschedule)

• 48 hours prior: No alcohol, caffeine, aspirin, ibuprofen, niacin, or other blood thinners (unless prescribed—talk to your doc).

• 2 weeks prior: No retinoids, Vitamin A, glycolics, or exfoliants on the brow area.

• Brow grooming: No waxing/shaping within 2 days. If tinting, do it ≥1 week before.

• Injectables: No Botox within 2 weeks, no filler within 4 weeks (and avoid both for 4 weeks after PMU).

• Bring your baseline: If you love a certain brow shape, arrive wearing your usual brow makeup so we can see your style.

Aftercare: first 14 days (do this, exactly)

• Cleanse gently morning & night for 7–10 days: lather a mild cleanser in your hands, then lightly wash brows.

• Dry completely—pat/blot with a clean towel. No water pooling on brows.

• Ointment: Apply a tiny amount (think one rice grain per brow) AM & PM with clean fingers—unless we advise a dry heal for oily skin.

• Hands off. Do not pick flakes. Let them fall on their own to avoid patchiness and scarring.

Hard no’s (protect your results)

For 10 days minimum:

• No sun/UV exposure (and afterward, SPF 50 is non-negotiable)

• No heavy sweating or hot yoga/saunas/steam rooms/pools

• No direct shower spray on brows

• No Vaseline, makeup, creams, exfoliants, retinoids, AHA/BHA on brows

• No facials, peels, microneedling, or skin treatments

• No tanning; if you must, cover brows

• No laser/light therapies on the brow area (color can shift)

Touch-ups & timing

• Wait at least 4 weeks before deciding on a touch-up—color needs time to settle.

• Most touch-ups happen within 3 months of the first session.

• Think of it as: Session 1 = build shape & symmetry. Session 2 = perfect & add density.

• Some skin simply needs additional passes—we’ll tell you straight.

You’re responsible for booking your touch-up. High demand is real; if you return very faded, extra fees may apply.

Long-term care (keep them fresh)

• Results vary by skin, lifestyle, and aftercare—there are no guaranteed outcomes.

• Use SPF 50 daily on healed brows.

• Avoid chemical exfoliants/retinoids on the brows.

• Avoid lasers on the area (can darken/lighten pigment).

• Expect strokes to soften over time—maintenance every 9–24 months is typical.

• Hair-stroke brows generally last 1–3 years before a refresh.