Lip blushing is a cosmetic tattoo of the lips and a semi-permanent form of makeup. A lip blush tattoo is performed by a licensed aesthetician. We use lightly pigmented and more dilute ink than standard tattoos. The procedure results in a flush of colour rather than a heavily pigmented tattoo. Pigmented water-based ink is deposited into the surface tissue of the lips with a mechanical needle. The needle makes a series of dots penetrating the skin as it is moved quickly back and forth across the lips. The tattooing procedure also stimulates blood flow and promotes collagen production. This results in naturally plumper lips.

A lip blush tattoo is a natural-looking cosmetic procedure, perfect for people who want a subtle enhancement of their lips. The gentle shading provides symmetry and definition to your lips, making this an excellent option for people with feint lip lines. Unlike lip fillers, a lip blush tattoo won’t change your lips' shape, size or feeling. It is a natural-looking procedure that simply enhances your natural lip colour. Downtime after the procedure is minimal and swelling subsides within a few days, leaving you with beautifully blushed lips.

Results will always vary from person to person, after your initial session and the touch up, your results should last between 2-5 years. Additional touch ups may be required depending on the person and look desired. Permanent makeup ink is not the same as body art ink, and by design it does not last as long as body art ink.

Pain levels vary from person to person. Strong medical grade topical anesthetic cream is used before and during your procedure to keep you as pain free as possible.

Most my clients say pain level is 3 out of 10. I even get some clients that dose off during the treatment.

Yes of course you can. I recommend waiting 4 weeks either side. Either get your lip blush then 4 weeks later you can get filler or vice-versa.

We have an enormous range of blend-able colours and an artist who loves to customised. Colour swatches are available to look through, although it is imperative and super helpful to bring some references of your ideal colour with you to your appointment - this can be your favourite lipstick/pencil/lip tint or even a photo of lip colours you like. The first portion of your appointment is spent designing your shape and colour.

Yes, however, on the first session we will have to colour correct your lips to cancel out the cool tones. This means the initial colour we tattoo MUST be orange! If we are to tattoo any other colour you risk darkening your lips further or having absolutely no results at all. When healed at 6 weeks, most if not all of the darkness in your lips will be covered and your lips will have a nudey-pink even tone. Note that results cannot be guaranteed and lightening or evening out dark lips may take multiple sessions. If you are unsure if you have dark or cool toned lips you can send Rachael a picture of your lips in natural light to confirm.

Bookings are made online. If the date/time you are looking for is not available please add your details to the wait list and you will be notified if that appointment becomes available.

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• Do not consume caffeine and alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment to prevent excessive pain and bleeding.
• Do NOT TAKE ADVIL or other blood thinners such a Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E and/or Ibuprofen unless medically necessary, 48-72 hrs prior to your procedure. Extra strength Tylenol can be taken if you have low pain tolerance.
• Avoid exercising the day of the procedure.
• Do not take or get any chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, vitamin E, retinols, fish oil, at least 4 weeks before your appointment.
• Please read the aftercare and arrange your schedule accordingly to the healing stage. There is downtime for every procedure.
• If your appointment is booked during an outbreak of cold sores on your lips the procedure may not be done. Please be aware that you have the simplex virus herpes, you may awaken an outbreak following this treatment. It is highly recommended to take an anti-viral medication such as Aciclovir 5 days before, then the day of. Then 5 days after or as advised by your doctor or pharmacist.
• Do not get lip injections 4 weeks before and after this treatment.

I do not have a cancellation list, however you can add yourself to the waiting list and if an appointment becomes available you will receive an email.