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Tech Talk #45: Medications & Cosmetic Tattoo

Tech Talk #45: Medications & Cosmetic Tattoo

Which medications impact cosmetic tattoos? Great PMU isn’t just about perfect strokes or colour choices. Medications can completely change how pigment heals.

August 25, 2025 — THink Aesthetics
Tech Talk #44: Lash Serums and Eyeliner

Tech Talk #44: Lash Serums and Eyeliner

Today we are diving into eyeliner tattooing and lash serums! With eyeliner tattooing a client who is looking for a fuller lash line will typically be doing one of the...
August 07, 2025 — THink Aesthetics
Tech Talk #43: Lip Cosmetic Tattooing and Colour Correction

Tech Talk #43: Lip Cosmetic Tattooing and Colour Correction

The Challenges of Cosmetic Lip Tattooing and Colour Correction Full lip cosmetic tattooing can be a bit more complex than other areas, mainly because the lips are covered with a...
June 17, 2025 — THink Aesthetics
Tech Talk #42: The Best Aftercare Method for Cosmetic Tattoo

Tech Talk #42: The Best Aftercare Method for Cosmetic Tattoo

What aftercare method is best for cosmetic tattoo and removal clients? Effective aftercare is the key to a successful healing process for a cosmetic tattoo or removal session. So, which...
May 27, 2025 — THink Aesthetics
Tech Talk #31: Why did my pigment change colour?

Tech Talk #31: Why did my pigment change colour?

We talk why cosmetic tattoo pigments change colour! Cosmetic tattooing or ‘semi-permanent makeup’ is designed to fade, technique and depth are one part of the puzzle. There is a lot that goes into making a pigment that fades just right.

November 01, 2023 — THink Aesthetics
Tech Talk #29: Your PMU training accreditation check!

Tech Talk #29: Your PMU training accreditation check!

Options are great, until they become confusing or overwhelming. Let’s break down the types of training available for cosmetic tattooing and the language used.

Your cosmetic tattoo training and certification can greatly influence your depth of knowledge and understanding, career and business prospects, and insurability.

October 03, 2023 — THink Aesthetics
Tech Talk #28: Needle safety! What to look for?

Tech Talk #28: Needle safety! What to look for?

Cosmetic tattoo needles, what do you look for? You want a needle that does the job of course - one that keeps your clients safe while also providing great results. We're going to dive into the what to look for to make sure your needle is safe, sterilised and shaped up for the job!

September 07, 2023 — THink Aesthetics
THink Tech Talk #24: Pigment Regulations are Coming

THink Tech Talk #24: Pigment Regulations are Coming

The regulation of pigments is complicated. When it comes to cosmetic tattoo, the focus is usually on the shape, the technique and the colour… not so much on the chemistry of the pigment itself.

May 06, 2021 — Robert McGowan
THink Tech Talk #23: Cosmetic Tattoo Pigments – Regulations, Restrictions & Risks

THink Tech Talk #23: Cosmetic Tattoo Pigments – Regulations, Restrictions & Risks

How do you choose what pigment to use for cosmetic tattooing? Colour and retention are important, but so are the ingredients and client safety. Health authorities want pigments to be free of toxins, particularly those considered to be carcinogenic, reprotoxic (risk of causing birth defects)...

July 15, 2020 — Robert McGowan
THink Tech Talk #22: What's in a Needle Cartridge?

THink Tech Talk #22: What's in a Needle Cartridge?

It's time to take a moment to think about needles! You know... the ones we use to tattoo people's faces? Yeah, those ones. Why is there a lot of price variation in cosmetic tattoo needle cartridges for different machines? Why should you pay for a genuine needle cartridge for a machine when you might be able to find a generic product that’s cheaper.
February 28, 2020 — Robert McGowan
THink Tech Talk #21: Needle Cartridges - What you pay for and why?!

THink Tech Talk #21: Needle Cartridges - What you pay for and why?!

Ever wondered why some cosmetic tattoo needle cartridges cost more than others? Why are some so cheap? It’s like everything else, you get what you pay for, and while things might look the same, it’s a bit like a genuine Apple iPhone versus a cheap clone on eBay.
November 27, 2019 — Robert McGowan
THink Tech Talk #20: Cosmetic Tattoo Insurance! Are you covered?

THink Tech Talk #20: Cosmetic Tattoo Insurance! Are you covered?

Are you insured? No, are you really insured? You may not be. Being insured should give you a comfortable feeling that if something goes seriously wrong, you’re covered. You’ve paid those premiums and you and your business are protected from a nasty claim against you, or a property loss from theft, fire or flood.

September 02, 2019 — Robert McGowan
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