Cosmetic Tattooing

Facial cosmetic tattooing is most often performed in a plastic surgeon's office or day spa environment as opposed to a traditional tattoo parlor. These tattoos are designed to replace or accentuate regular makeup and should not be obtained without careful consideration.

Cosmetic tattooing is more popular than you may think.

Putting any type of tattoo on the face, whether intended as a cosmetic alternative to makeup or as an artistic expression, is quite different from tattoos placed on other locations of the body. If a tattoo is botched on the arm or back, it can be concealed quite easily with clothing until the tattoo can be removed using lasers. On the other hand, cosmetic tattooing on the face cannot be hidden and may not respond well to laser removal. For this reason, a facial tattoo can fundamentally change a person's appearance, and not always for the better.

Nonetheless, cosmetic tattooing continues to be a popular choice. Advantages to this type of tattoo include:

• No need for makeup after the procedure: Women can appear to always have a made-up face even without makeup.
• Less grooming necessary: For example, permanently tattooed eyebrows can be followed by permanent removal of eyebrow hair, preventing the need to tweeze or wax.
• Correction of cosmetic problems: This can be especially helpful for people who have been scarred in an accident or who lack pigmentation on sections of their face.

When done right, cosmetic tattooing can provide fantastic results.

Cosmetic tattooing commonly replaces the need for makeup.

• Eyebrows: Perfectly shaped eyebrows can be tattooed onto the face.
• Eyeliner: This is a common procedure that results in permanent eyeliner.
• Cheeks: This tattoo gives the illusion of rosy cheeks, mimicking the effects of blush.
• Lip liner and lipstick: Lip tattoos replace the need for lipstick or lip liner, and most establishments offer a wide variety of shades for customers to choose from.
• Hairline: Cosmetic tattooing can be used as a way to create the illusion of a fuller hairline.

While some tattoo parlors offer facial tattooing, it may be best to first seek out this procedure through a medical office. These procedures require precision as well as a great deal of experience in order to achieve desired results, so it should not be entrusted into the hands of someone unfamiliar with the unique requirements of facial tattooing.

If money is no object, patients may want to consider a cosmetic surgery office that is coupled with a spa retreat. Since this procedure is conducted on a very sensitive part of the body, and since almost all tattoos result in initial scabbing and inflammation, a brief respite from the public eye may be in order for people who would prefer to not be seen by others while recovering from this type of procedure.

The important thing to remember before signing up for cosmetic tattooing is that makeup trends change from one era to another. While one decade may be dominated by ruby red lips and pencil thin eyebrows, the next decade may lean toward a softer, more natural look. Since permanent makeup is, by definition permanent, it is best to avoid any bold trends as far as designs and shades go.

Look for a consultant who has years of experience with this procedure and who can steer you toward the best colors that will not look fake or bizarre. Do not agree to shades that do not appeal to you completely.

Cosmetic tattooing is best when used to give the patient a fresh, healthy look. Many women who turn to facial tattoos do so as a result of their skin pigmentation changing as they age. These tattoos can correct the pigmentation changes and result in the illusion of a constantly made-up and flawless face.

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