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?

How a simple procedure landed this client in the hospital, unable to see. This report comes from a trainee cosmetic tattooist who had an eyeliner treatment by a trainer. 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.

Laser removal is rarely a good option for cosmetic tattoo removal. The alternative to the expense, pain and risk of laser removal is liquid-based techniques. These are typically either saline or acid-based liquids. Keep reading to learn more!

What to expect when you’re expecting… Personal Appearance Service Licence (PAS) Inspectors! Our insider experience and a ‘heads up’ to businesses – we thought you’d like to know, particularly if you’re in Queensland.

Lots of elements come into the perfect cosmetic tattoo. Whether it be technique, shape or colour – its important to get it right! Find yourself questioning your colour choice? Here’s our advice for you!

Are you confused about the infection control qualifications required in the cosmetic tattoo industry? Here’s some help. As most of you will know, in each state and territory you require an infection control qualification to obtain a local council licence to operate legally in conducting skin penetration/cosmetic tattoo on your premises.

Tattoo Removal for both Cosmetic Tattoo and Body Art, is a growth industry. But, what works best? With laser tattoo removal, a major investment is require in equipment. Isn’t it amazing the old style rotary and coil machines used for body art typically cost a few hundred $, whilst the removal lasers cost $50,000 plus?