FAQs

You cannot receive cosmetic tattooing if you are:

• Pregnant or nursing

• Under 18 years old

• Are currently using Accutane or have used Accutane within the past year

• Have a freshly tanned/sunburned face

• Are on blood thinning medications

• Have Rosacea

• Have had Botox or filler within 4-6 weeks of tattoo appointment

• Have Eczema or Psoriasis in or around your brow area 

• Please note, we cannot tattoo over raised moles or acne/blemishes within the brow area.

What is microblading?

Microblading is the process of delicately implanting pigment into the skin via a tiny, sterile needle to simulate the appearance of natural hair. Microblading is meant to be a subtle, natural enhancement and to create the illusion of fuller brows.

What is the difference between nano, combo brows, powder, and microblading?

Microblading Is creating very natural hair-like strokes with a manual tool and a very tiny blade. It is ONLY hairstrokes and not suggested for oily skin.

Combo Brows are a combination of microblading and machine shading with hair strokes towards the front and light shading that gives the appearance of more defined, fuller brows.

Powder Brows are machine shaded brows that look like a soft shadow behind the brow hair, but looks very natural. Perfect for oily skin types.

Nano Brows are hair strokes made with a tattoo machine to create a soft, natural brow. Works with all skin types.

What is lip blushing?

Lip Blush is a very natural lip tint created with a tattoo machine. It helps give more color to your lips, define borders and the cupids bow, and make lips look more defined and filled in. Pigments chosen are based on clients desired result and the natural hue of lips. Lip blushing is perfect for lips that have lost their border, pale lips or lips that have some inconsistency, and anyone wanting to add a little more color!

What is lip neutralization?

Lip Neutralization is for lips that have hyperpigmentation or darker areas on the Iips, or melanin rich lips that either have lost their value in color or have discoloration around the borders or edges that you would like to even out. We neutralize by counteracting darker hues with complementary colors like bright oranges, reds and pinks to counteract the hyperpigmentation or discoloration.

Am I a good candidate for Lip Blush?

Lip blush is great for all ages or races. It can help fix asymmetrical lips, hyperpigmentation, and hyperpigmentation. Lip blush is great for clients with lip filler that want more definition. You must let me know if you have a history of cold sores or keloids when booking your appointment.

What is shaded lash enhancement?

Tattooing of the lashline (not the waterline) where the lashes are on the eyelid. Makes lashes appear thicker and fuller. Minimal pain and lasts 3-5 years.

How are cosmetic tattoos different from traditional body tattooing?

Cosmetic tattoo inks are created to fade over time, which allows for changes in shape, color and method at future appointments. Microblading and freckles are done using a manual tool as opposed to a tattoo machine.

Does cosmetic tattooing hurt?

Topical anesthetics are used to maximize your comfort during any cosmetic tattooing procedure, however pain tolerance varies from client to client. Receiving the procedure during your menstrual cycle may increase your sensitivity.

How long will my cosmetic tattoo last?

Cosmetic tattooing is considered "semi-permanent" as it does not wash away, however pigments are designed to fade over time. Factors such as skin type, pigment color (lighter colors fade faster), products used on the skin, and sun exposure can affect the rate at which these pigments are broken down. For best results it is recommended that you follow our aftercare instructions and touch-up your tattoo every 1-2 years. Brows requires a minimum of two sessions. Touch-ups are normal and expected for cosmetic tattoo procedures.

How will my cosmetic tattoo look in the future?

• The majority of our clients' cosmetic tattoos stay true to color. There are some cases, however, where colors may fade to different tones according to the individual’s response to the pigments (like lifestyle and iron deficiencies). Many factors affect these changes. At your follow up appointment, we will re-analyze how your body has responded to the initial color. Special formula alteration to correct the color and to prevent further color change is made at this time.

What factors will affect my cosmetic tattoo?

• Bleeding during the procedure: Excessive bleeding during your procedure will greatly affect how your body retains pigment. While this is not entirely in our control, it is important that you follow prep instructions to help minimize bleeding. This includes avoiding blood thinning medications, alcohol and caffeine before your procedure.

• Smoking: Smokers may notice that their tattoo will fade faster

• Sun exposure: Increased exposure to the sun will cause premature fading.

• Color of pigment: Lighter colors fade more quickly than darker colors.

• Skin Care Products: Exfoliating products (typically for Acne or Anti-Aging) will cause pigments to fade​​.

What should I know about long-term care?

• A good sunscreen applied daily AFTER healing on the tattooed area(s) is needed to help keep color true. As with any tattoo, sun exposure will make the color fade faster. You will need a touch-up every 1-2 years to maintain.

• The fading speed depends on your skin type, lifestyle, sun exposure, pigment color used, broken capillaries, iron deficiency, and if any active skincare were used after cosmetic tattooing. 

• If you are planning a chemical peel, MRI or other medical procedure, please inform the technician that you have had a cosmetic tattoo. Careful application must be taken to avoid affecting the tattooed area. 

• If you are planning to have laser treatments, tell your laser specialist to avoid the pigmented area. 

  *Please note that final results cannot be guaranteed as everyone retains and breaks down pigment differently and a follow-up appointment is recommended at 6-8 weeks where we can asses your pigment retention and make any changes necessary. People with lighter hair, correction work or sparse eyebrows may require more than one follow-up to reach their desired look at an additional cost.

What is Brow Lamination?

Brow lamination is using perming products to straighten, flatten and lift your natural brow hairs, making them more soft and naturally fluffed. Depending on skin type and lifestyle it should last 6-8 weeks, oily skin may not last as long (sweating, etc.)

Brow tint lasts on the skin for up to a week and on the brow hairs for 2-3 weeks. You can receive brow lamination and tint if you have brow tattooing. Recommended to space out every 8-12 weeks between hair growth cycles.

What are Tooth Gems?

Tooth Jewels are non-invasive crystals or gems on the teeth; they don’t damage the tooth or enamel and are semi-permanent. The adhesive is the same as what a dentist uses to put on braces . The Tooth Gems we use are 100% real Swarovski Crystal. Tooth Gems can last anywhere between four months to a year. If you are ready to remove your tooth gem before it naturally falls off, it can easily be removed at your next professional routine dental cleaning. Once your tooth gem does fall off naturally, there may still be some residual adhesive left on your tooth. This too can easily be removed at your next professional routine cleaning. If you use tooth whitening strips, the area under the tooth gem will not receive the whitening treatment while the gem or adhesive is still on the tooth.

Tooth Gems must be placed on a REAL or FLAT tooth. If you have a tooth that is false, crowned, or capped glue will not adhere to the false tooth.

Please email twotatnat@gmail.com if you would like to see the catalog and pre-order a gem!