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.

Technicians worldwide, even outside the EU are opting to convert to cosmetic tattoo pigments that aren't restricted under the regulations. But what about the manufactures and technicians who aren't following the new regulations? Is there someone out there checking these products for compliance?

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.

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!

The #1 thing that can 'make or break' your cosmetic tattoo treatments. What is too deep and what is too shallow? What is your target depth? Traditional training tells you to target the base of the epidermis and top of the dermis. Is this realistic?

A cautionary tale of how a simple procedure landed a client in the hospital, unable to see. What happened, what to look out for and what to do if your client experiences dilated pupils during or post PMU eyeliner treatment. If you are a cosmetic tattooist, you need to read this!

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.

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)...

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.