You’re the ideal candidate if:

• If you are at least 18 years of age
• If you are not pregnant or nursing
• Not currently taking blood thinners or are hemophiliac
• Insulin using diabetics must have written permission from their healthcare provider
• Certain prescription medications are prohibited, please feel free to contact me for a specific list
• Have not used Accutane in the last 12 months
• Have not had Botox injections in the last 2 weeks
• Have not used any eyelash growth serums in the last 6 weeks
• Do not have a history of keloid scarring or skin hyper pigmentation
• Have no skin irritations, open sores, pimples, rashes, psoriasis or conditions including sunburn
• Have no allergies to topical anesthetics including but not limited to lidocaine, tetracaine, benzocaine and epinephrine
• Are not immune compromised, had recent surgeries, or any illnesses including colds, flu or any infections
• Are in general good health
• Are able to fully understand, follow and strictly adhere to the pre and post procedure instructions, care and follow up requirements

Usually about 2 hours. When I book your initial application appointment I will discuss with you the general requirements for this permanent cosmetic procedure and what you can and should expect. I will also go over pre and post care information and requirements with you. At your actual appointment we will discuss how you want your eyeliner to look. I encourage you to wear the eyeliner makeup you normally wear to your appointment in order to give me an idea of the color, placement and thickness you are used to, although thicker liner is going to require several application appointments and will be subject to additional fees. I also have a variety of several different cosmetic grade eyeliner pigment colors that I will closely match to the color you prefer. Makeup trends are forever changing and how one chooses to wear it or have it cosmetically tattooed is a matter of personal choice. Each procedure is customized to each client so there is no ‘set look’ for everyone.

While these photos (taken immediately after each procedure) show minimal swelling and irritation, it is to be expected since this was a cosmetic tattooing, but it subsides pretty quickly. Although everyone has different sensitivities, I want my clients to be as relaxed and at ease as much as possible. I use numbing products to ensure my client’s comfort during each procedure so there is very little pain with the procedure. Of all the procedures I perform, most clients say the eyeliner procedures are actually the LEAST painful! After an eyeliner procedure most clients leave my studio and go about their normal daily routines (grocery shopping, choir practice, going to have their hair cut, back to work, etc.) with minimal if any discomfort, so there really isn’t any “down time”.

Recovery for most eyeliner procedures is usually a 7-14 day healing process. Aftercare instructions and products are provided to each client so you are well informed on what to expect during your recover period. Strict adherence to the aftercare requirements will yield optimum results. Varying from the written instructions can cause complications and a less desirable look. There is a never a guarantee for any permanent cosmetic procedure. Aftercare is not an exact science and is different for everyone’s skin type and also for the particular procedure performed. I can only advise what I have found to work well for the majority of my clients and your results may vary.

Most permanent eyeliner clients have a retention of 3-5 years, dependent upon several factors including the condition of their skin, over exposure to sunlight, medical conditions and continued after care of the area. People with dry skin tend to retain the pigment longer than those with oily skin.