Natural, personalised cosmetic tattooing for brows and lips
Wake up feeling polished, confident and ready for the day with professionally designed cosmetic tattooing at Foundation Beauty Therapy in Lyneham, Canberra.
Our approach is never one-size-fits-all. Every brow shape, pigment and lip colour is selected to complement your individual features, skin tone, natural colouring and personal style.
Whether you are looking for more defined brows, natural-looking hair strokes, fuller-looking eyebrows or a soft wash of colour through your lips, our goal is to enhance what is already uniquely yours.
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Cosmetic Eyebrow Tattoo Canberra
Beautiful brows can completely change the balance of your face.
Our cosmetic eyebrow tattoo treatments in Canberra are individually designed around your facial features, existing brow hair and the result you would like to achieve.
Depending on your natural brows, skin and desired finish, your treatment may incorporate fine hair strokes, soft shading or a combination of techniques to create definition while maintaining a natural appearance.
Cosmetic brow tattooing can be particularly helpful if you:
Have sparse or uneven eyebrows
Spend time filling in your brows every morning
Have gaps or areas where brow hair no longer grows
Would like greater symmetry and definition
Prefer a low-maintenance everyday beauty routine
Simply want beautifully shaped brows that complement your face
Every treatment begins with consultation, brow mapping and colour selection before tattooing begins.
Microblading & Hair Stroke Brows
For clients wanting a soft, natural-looking result, microblading and hair stroke eyebrow tattooing can create the appearance of fine individual brow hairs.
Each brow is carefully mapped to suit your facial proportions and natural brow growth rather than following a standard template.
Our focus is on creating brows that look balanced, flattering and still feel like you.
Microblading / Hair Stroke Brows — $619
Powder / Ombre Brows — $619
Combination / Fusion Brows — $669
Touch Up for New Clients — $465
Touch Up for Regular Clients — $175
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Lip Blush Tattoo Canberra
Imagine having naturally defined, fresh-looking lips without needing to reach for lipstick every morning.
Lip blush tattooing is a cosmetic tattoo treatment designed to enhance the natural colour, shape and definition of the lips while creating a soft, beautifully balanced result.
Rather than creating the appearance of heavy lipstick, lip blush can be customised from subtle and natural through to a more noticeable wash of colour depending on your preference.
Lip blush may help:
Enhance your natural lip colour
Create greater definition around the lip border
Improve the appearance of uneven colour
Give pale lips a fresher appearance
Create a more balanced-looking lip shape
Reduce the need for everyday lip colour
Your pigment is selected with your natural colouring and preferred result in mind. If you have a favourite lipstick shade, you are welcome to bring it to your consultation as inspiration.
Lip Blush Tattoo — $669
Touch Up — $205
Lip Line Tattoo — $299
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Dark or Uneven Lip Colour?
Some lips naturally have darker, cooler or uneven pigmentation.
In these cases, a lip neutralisation or colour-correction treatment may be recommended before proceeding with your desired lip blush colour.
We assess your natural lip tone during consultation and explain the most suitable treatment plan for you rather than applying the same technique or pigment to every client.
Lip Neutralisation — $515
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Your Cosmetic Tattoo Artist
Meet Parisha (Perrie)
Your cosmetic tattoo treatment is performed by Perrie, Manager, Beauty Therapist, Cosmetic Tattoo Artist and Trainer / Educator at Foundation Beauty Therapy.
With more than 15 years of Australian and international beauty industry experience, Perrie specialises in brow and lip cosmetic tattooing, brow artistry and advanced beauty treatments.
Known for her attention to detail and perfectionist approach, Perrie takes time to consider facial proportions, brow structure, pigment selection and the client's individual preferences before beginning a treatment.
For her, cosmetic tattooing isn't about giving everyone the same brow or lip.
It's about creating a result that feels beautifully suited to the woman wearing it.
“ LASHES & BROWS MAY BE THE SMALLEST FEATURES ON THE FACE, BUT THEY MAKE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE. THEY CAN GIVE DEFINATION TO THE FACE THUS BRINGING SMILE AND CONFIDENCE IN YOU WHICH IN TURN REWARDS ME WITH SATISFACTION AND HAPPINESS. I LOVE WHAT I DO. EVERY STROKE MATTERS.”
Feather Strokes
Microblading / Hair strokes to give natural look
Lip Blush Tattoo
Brings colour and life to lips
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW WILL MY EYEBROWS &LIPS LOOK LIKE?
Perrie begins each appointment by discussing her client's desired look and needs before measuring and sketching out the placement of the eyebrows and lips. Measuring brow placement is a multi-step process that begins by determining the center of the face and the set of the client's eyes. The starting point, arch, and ending point are determined by whether the eyes are normal, close-set, or wide-set. The artist sketches out the full brow with the appropriate thickness and arch height to give the client a good idea of what the finished brows will look like. It can be then customised and changed according to the client’s desires. and set the outline for the microblading. 3D Effect can be added by smooth shading (Machine shading) over spin and between the hair strokes to visually give the dimension of natural eyebrow thickness without any sharp contours on the eyebrows.
Same time and efforts are taken into consideration before drawing lips and deciding appropriate lip colour for the client. Often the colours are mixed to get the customised unique colour for each and every client.
CAN I SELECT THE COLOUR FOR MY NEW EYEBROWS AND LIPS?
We will select a pigment that is flattering for your complexion and existing hair colour for your brows. For lips, if you apply any particular lipstick then it is advisable to bring that in with you to get the closest shade. You are welcome to alter the colour suggested a shade either side. A patch test of the colour is provided for you to approve before we begin.
HOW LONG WILL THEY LAST?
The eyebrow and lip tattoo procedure is a semi-permanent tattoo. Like all tattoos, microblading and lip blush tattoo can fade, depending on multiple factors, including quality of pigment/ink used, UV exposure, elements found in skincare products, medications. The treatment lasts from one to two years. A touch-up session is encouraged 6 weeks after the first cosmetic tattoo procedure for the tattoo to last long and every 12-36 months thereafter.
IS THIS PROCEDURE PAINFUL?
A Topical anaesthetic is applied during the treatment to avoid discomfort for the client. However the client have to get the anaesthetic from the recommended pharmacy. By law we cannot apply anaesthetic unless it has been prescribed to “YOU”. You cannot share anaesthetic with other person or bring any other over the counter products.
HOW LONG DOES THE PROCEDURE TAKE?
The procedure takes about 1.5 - 2.5 hours including consultation and brow and lip mapping. You may also need a perfection visit (Touch up session ) after 6 weeks as you loose 30% - 40% of pigment initially and after Touch up session you loose 10% of the pigment thus having the final and finished eyebrows and lips.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HAVE TOUCH UP SESSION?
Cosmetic tattoo is a two-step process. Two appointments are necessary to implant the correct amount of pigment for long-lasting brows. In the first appointment, a shape is established, colours are selected and pigment is inserted. Each client responds differently throughout the treatment and during the healing process. It is impossible to expect same results from every client. Some clients may bleed more than others and some may have thinner skin that others. We work according with an end point in mind to keep the integrity of you skin intact as priority. This may mean some work may need less passes or strokes to be added at a later stage. The second appointment is to reinforce the pigment and to fill any areas where colour did not take as well, adjust the colour (if necessary) or fix any symmetry that you may be concerned about. As the name suggests, we perfect that as you mean to go on.
HOW MANY TOUCH UP SESSIONS DO I REQUIRE?
Ideally it is recommended to have at least one touch up session. However sometimes it can be more depending upon your skin type, pigment retention by your body, aftercare procedure and many other factors.
I HAVE ALOPECIA. AM I SUITABLE FOR THIS PROCEDURE? WHICH ONE?
Tattooing can be a great solution for alopecia but it isn’t right for everyone. Your alopecia may be temporary or you may not like the thought of something that is considered to be permanent. If this strikes a chord with you, Microblading or Combination Brows could well be the ideal solution. I offer all and will be happy to discuss the pros and cons of each with you.
As you can see, Microblading achieves fantastic, natural results that are semi-permanent. This means that over time, you can change the style, shape or colour to suit your look. The procedure is relatively pain free and can be completed from start to finish in a matter of a few hours. If you’re suffering from alopecia and would like to find out how this treatment can work for you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch for a free, informal chat.
I HAVE OLD TATTOO WHICH NEEDS CORRECTION. CAN WE STILL GO AHEAD WITH THIS PROCEDURE?
If you’re previously tattooed, please contact us before booking due to colour correction or removal might be required prior the actual requested service. We do provide non laser tattoo removal procedure which can be further discussed upon consultation appointment. More information about non laser Tattoo Removal is in our next page.
AM I THE SUITABLE CLIENT FOR COSMETIC TATTOO?
Cosmetic Tattoo CANNOT be provided for those who have:
HIV+ /AIDS
Hepatitis A B C
Keloid Scarring
Bleeding Disorders
Life threatening allergies
Sun burnt
Pregnant
Breastfeeding (can continue without pain relief)
Taking Ro-Accutane/ Isotretinoin
High blood pressure (unmanaged)
Undergoing Chemotherapy
Diabetes (Doctor clearance recommended)
Cosmetic Tattoo CANNOT be provided for local issues in relation to the treated area:
Have Eczema, Psoriasis or Seborrheic Dermatitis
Have Active acne
Recent surgery
Recent salon treatments such as laser light therapies, chemical peels and injectables
Herpes Simplex
Eye Disease
Cold Sores ( It is strictly recommended to inform us about the history of cold sores if you are interested in Lip Blush Tattoo)
Cold Sores/Herpes Simplex: we recommend taking either lysine or a cold sore preventative 7 to 10 days prior even if you never have cold sores. Especially if you suffer or are prone to cold sores breakouts at present or anytime in the past as this will reduce the likelihood of cold sores appearing as a result of the lips healing.
Indicators that may result in poor healing
Eyebrow Tattoo results may be effected by the following:
Excessively oily skin
Thick epidermis
Excessive bleeders
IS THERE ANY DOWNTIME FOR COSMETIC TATTOO?
There is no down time for eyebrow and lip tattoo. Your brows and lips will look slightly darker than normal for the first few days and a little patchy for the following few days as the ink starts to shed. You can always use a little make up or brow pencil to fill while they heal.
DO I NEED CONSULTATION?
Consultations are essential to determine your expectations. We offer a complimentary 15min consultation. This can be done on appointment basis where in we can discuss about the shape, concerns, medical conditions and any other queries. You can then book the appointment with the deposit of $100 which is then redeemed from your final amount. However it is non refundable if any prior notice (before 48 hours) is not given to cancel or reschedule the appointment.
WHAT IS THE APPROPRIATE AGE FOR COSMETIC TATTOO?
It is suitable for all ages especially the elderly who find it hard to apply make-up due to shaky hands or glasses. My clients range from 18 to 92. Just be aware if you are on blood thinners the colour may not absorb as easily.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FEATHER BROWS AND POWDER BROWS?
Powder Brows is a technique that looks more like a pencil (shading) effect .Feather brows are the hair strokes fills in the gaps and resembles natural brow hair.
HOW DO I PREPARE MYSELF FOR THE TATTOO APPOINTMENT?
*Factors that cause excess bleeding can make it extremely difficult to carry out precise work and will affect the healing results.
Avoid the following at least 24 hours of the treatment:
*Coffee
*Energy Drinks
*Pre-work out
*Alcohol
Avoid the following at least 2 weeks of the treatment:
*Fish Oil
*Aspirin
*Blood thinners
Antibiotics
Medicated skin creams/Vit A/bleach
Waxing of the area
Avoid the following at least 30 days of the treatment:
Botox
Injectables/ Fillers
Chemical peels
Light (laser) treatments
Chemotherapy
Facial surgery
Special Attention For Lip Blush Tattoo Appointment
Cold Sores/Herpes Simplex: we recommend taking either lysine or an oral cold sore preventative 7 to 10 days prior even if you never have had cold sores. Especially if you suffer or are prone to cold sores breakouts at present or anytime in the past as this will reduce the likelihood of cold sores appearing as a result of the lip Tattoo.
CAN I WEAR MAKE UP AFTER MY TATTOO APPOINTMENT?
You can wear make up on all areas of the face except for brows and lips itself. You will need to wait for minimum of 14 days before applying make up on the tattoo site. Avoid using sponges and brushes for the makeup application as they are full of bacteria.
WHAT IS THE AFTERCARE?
Aftercare kit will be given to you which needs to be applied at least 3 times in a day.
. Avoid excessive wetting your eyebrows for 10 days.
. Gently clean the tattooed area with mild and gentle cleanser.
. Avoid make up in eyebrow area.
. Avoid direct sun
. Avoid swimming, exercising or sauna to avoid sweating.
. Do not pick at the scab or flaking. This will pull chunks of pigment off.
. Inserted pigment is very dark during the first 7 days but will lose up to 10-40% of its intensity. If you think that pigment is too dark, do not try to fade it by yourself. Be patient, first wait for 7 days until it fades away naturally.
. Strictly no other creams or cleansers or oils as this can remove pigment and change pigment tone.
. There should be no after pain, only a slight tenderness around the treated area.
. Never touch the treated area with your fingers.
. No chemical peels, microdermabrasion or light (laser) therapy near the eyebrow area.
. No skin care that contains Vitamin A, bleach or acids as this will strip the colour.
. You cannot donate blood for 4 months following any cosmetic tattoo procedure. This is a world-wide health regulation.
TATTOO REMOVAL
Tattoo removal has been performed with various tools since the start of tattooing. While tattoos are generally considered permanent, it is now possible to remove them with treatments, fully or partially. There can be many reasons for Tattoo Removal like Brow Tattoo changed to red/ blue or grey, not happy with the shape , two totally different brow shape or just for a change to try a new tattoo design at the same spot, etc.
There are various ways in the market for Tattoo removal like Laser, Microdermabrasion and many more. However all the methods has its own pros and cons.
Laser Tattoo breaks down the ink molecules in your tattoo into smaller pieces and allows them to be absorbed into the bloodstream where your body will then flush it out of your system causing the ink to disappear. Unlike a laser pointer that produces a continuous beam of light, tattoo removal lasers produce pulses of light energy. Each pulse of energy penetrates the skin and is absorbed by the tattoo ink. As the tattoo ink particles absorb the energy, they heat up and then shatter into tiny fragments. Laser tattoo removal typically does involve some level of pain.
Laser is an aggressive treatment for use on facial features; the delicate skin of the lips and eyeliner should be considered a ‘no go’ area or very high risk.
Laser removal is by far the most popular option for body art removal and laser removal machines are designed for treating large areas of body art.
We use saline treatment which is non laser and non invasive. A special liquid remover consisting of Glycolic acid, salt and Aloe Vera is used to get rid of unwanted tattoos. In this procedure the acid breaks down the pigment and salt helps to bring it to the surface. So if the old pigment is deposited too deep then it might take multiple sessions to get rid of it. Initially after session , the pigment might appear dark for few days as the pigment floats to the surface.It can take up to 12 sessions depending on the depth and the place of the tattoo.
Dry Healing is the best aftercare.
Prices start from $102 (Original Price is $129).