cosmetic tattoo?

Question

I want to cosmetically tattoo my eyes so that I can always have the "eyeliner" look. I'm so tired of my eyeliner smearing and want a permanent solution. Have you ever done this? How is it, was it painful? Would you recommend it?

Answer 1

First let me tell you that I am considered a worldwide expert on cosmetic tattooing.

While some here criticize the concept, the results can be delicate and beautiful (even Marie Osmond has it) and over the years this PERMANENT (semi-permanent is a misnomer that is used by those who use crappy equipment and can't get the ink to stay properly) eyeliner will save lots of years of eye irritation and stretching.

It should always be done conservatively and no trendy shapes - SofTap method does use needles, by the way - it is a tattoo - people say it is better because it is not a machine, it is done by hand - it is no better than any machine, and, in fact, has been known to fade much faster than traditional tattoo machine applied permanent cosmetics. I know this because I repair a lot of it.

While it is true that cosmetic tattooing fades because of sun exposure and browns used are not very stable, these procedures, when done correctly, do last a lifetime so therefore are permanent. Semi-permanent makeup only applies to the long wear makeup or ink stain products.

If an artist is using a reputable brand of cosmetic tattoo pigments, there will be no need to add additional colors - again, I have done many corrections over the years from people who think if they add orange to an eyeliner color it won't turn blue. They use a crappy product and are left with nothing but the orange.

Swelling should only be minimal - many overwork the delicate eye area so be sure to view portfolios. You should only look as if you have been crying hard and wake up the next day a bit swollen. Activity during the day will release all remaining swelling. I advise my clients to keep the eye area clean and dry - gooping on petroleum based pigments causes much eye irritation.

I would be happy to answer further questions if you want to email me.

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Answer 2

I think cosmetic tattooing is a really great addition to the tattoo and beauty industry. I've seen some really great work done to cover up skin disorders such as Vitiligo (a disorder which causes discoloration/loss of pigment in certain parts of the skin). Many people get cosmetic tattooing done to make themselves feel more confident and look better after a surgery or accident. As far as getting permanent eyeliner or makeup, I think it's totally fine. It makes a lot of womens' lives easier because they don't have to get up and do their whole face when they wake up. A lot of women feel much more confident and pretty after getting it done, cause they feel like they can look good without having to pamper themselves in the morning. I'm not saying that women have to wear makeup to be pretty, but there are plenty of women out there who do feel this way. Hope my opinion helped. Let me know if you have any other questions. :)

Answer 3

Cosmetic tattooing is only a semi-permanent procedure, as special inks are used (so it doesn't blue, purple, or green out over time) and because your face is exposed to the sun all the time, causing fading within the following few years (usually 2-4 years at most).

Whether you choose the SoftTap method (little "pens" that contain the needles in the end that are used by pushing the ink in by hand) or by tattoo machine (far quicker, with the ink being placed in just a few passes), it's relatively a simple procedure, with professionals numbing the area with a topical ointment before the procedure, and then again on the broken skin after the first pass to be certain that the area is completely numb.

The things you'll want to look for are photos of both fresh and healed cosmetic tattoos in their portfolio, as well as specifically formulated cosmetic tattoo inks (make sure they're not mixed in with primary-type colors and that the bottles are no larger than your thumb). Also ask for an initial consultation and ask about color matching for your skin tone (there are specific formulas that remove the blue or green undertones in these inks to match up better with olive or ruddy skin tones as well by simply putting in a drop or two with the cosmetic inks).

I have personally had my eyeliner done (machine method). It was less than an hour from start to finish (including numbing time and color matching). The first pass was nerve-wracking (it takes a bit for you to wrap your head around the fact that needles are right next to your eyes), but it was painless - a little pressure on the first pass, and then nothing after the second numbing.

The healing was a piece of cake, also... however, after the second day of ice packs for the swelling and ointment for moisture (Aquaphor was recommended), the skin peeled, causing 2-3 days of red eyes from itching (which is also completely normal).

I would DEFINITELY recommend it to anyone wanting to avoid the additional time each morning with application. It's SUCH a timesaver. The downside though, you have to touch it up every so often... for some people (depending on how much time you spend in the sun), every year, for others, every few years for touchups.

Answer 4

Hi!
My friends' mom got this done and she said its VERY painful but its quick and lasts for about 4 years. You eyes are swollen for about 3 days but after that it looks great!
It does fade after the 4 years but then you just get it again (hers never went to the greenish, just a lighter black)
Well good luck!! :)

Answer 5

Perhaps the brand of eyeliner that you're using isn't suitable for you. For myself, I have this problem of having my eyeliner smearing the portion above my double eyelids simple because my double eyelids folds all the way down to my eyelashes whenever my eyes are open.
Sometimes, it's because we have oily skin that causes the eyeliner to smear earlier than it should.
Other times, perhaps we are more suitable to using liquid or crayon eyeliners.
Try some eyeliner brands from Bobbi Brown, Lancome or MAC. Go to the stores, get the makeup artist to line your eyes for you, and do some shopping or walking around to 'test' the eyeliner. If you find that it lasts as long as you want it to, get back the next day to get it.

Tattoos will go out of shape as you age and when your skin starts sagging 10-20 years later. Big no-no.

Answer 6

i've never done it, but it seems painful. Plus,though it may look cool at first, eventually it'll fade and you may end up looking like Michael Jackson, so i personally wouldn't recommend it. i think you may be better trying to find a better eyeliner that doesn't smear so easily ( i like Cover Girl's Perfect Point Plus mechanical pencil liner). That's just me, though. But it's really up to you.

Answer 7

My mom has it, she's 50 and she loves it. She went to a Salon that uses the "Soft Tap" method.. there are no needles it doesn't hurt at all. I think she would definitely recommend it!

Answer 8

its ganny hurt because its rite in your bone but it looks great

Answer 9

Bad idea. Our skin changes as we age and it wont look good when you're older. Try a liquid eyeliner.

Answer 10

No, never have

all i know is that the ink will fade (like a regular tattoo) and turn greenish.