- FAQS -

Cosmetic tattooing is semi-permanent makeup to enhance your natural features.

Here at Thread ‘In Shape we believe in keeping it as natural as possible. We work with you; we map and draw your shape before proceeding for the actual treatment. We will show you different colour blends and then choose the best option with you.

The immediate result will be 20-30% darker than the healed results.  A perfecting touch up will be required at 4-8 weeks mark to complete your tattooing journey.

We want our clients to be very comfortable during the whole process, so we send you an email link once you are booked with us to order your numbing straight from our recommended compounding pharmacy. This numbing is medical grade so it will make you quite comfortable. Our clients usually fall asleep!!

At Thread ‘In Shape, we offer a latest, less abrasive, and longer lasting method called nano feathering instead of the traditional microblading. This is applied with a machine and a needle rather than a blade, to put it simply we draw or place the pigment in the skin rather than cut and apply pigment. This technique is great for sparse eyebrows. It can provide a fluffy, textured look to your brows.

This technique mimics the effect you achieve when you use a brow powder or pencil. It offers a ‘misty’ appearance as the pigment is applied using a cosmetic machine that covers the brow area from the inner brow through to the tail in an ombre effect. It adds depth, definition, and results in a more ‘make up’ look. When healed, you will enjoy a longer lasting, defined but soft powdered look. The tails of the ombre powder brows are darker, and as one moves to the front of the brow, it starts to fade, giving a three-dimensional look that only makeup can recreate. The colour will be bespoke blended to compliment your skin tone and hair colour to achieve a natural look. We can create a very soft, misty look or a very well-defined high-definition brow, depending on the client’s liking. 

This is the ultimate brow treatment. It offers a combination of ‘powdered’ and ‘hair stroke’ effects combined together to achieve a beautifully natural, yet defined brow. The inner brow is feathered with strokes to mimic the natural brow hairs, while the tails are powdered done with a cosmetic machine to achieve the perfect fullness. Hair strokes can be also added around the outer line of the arch to soften the powdered tails. If you want the ultimate brow style then the ‘Combination Brow’ will suit you. One of our favourite techniques here at Thread ‘In Shape.

Lash line enhancement is the most natural looking eyeliner technique, it helps in creating a fuller looking lash line hence giving a look of more dense lashes.

Baby winged liner is a regular eyeliner which extends into a baby wing beyond the last lash to create a subtle winged eyeliner. No need to draw a winged liner everyday. Adding more thickness and elongating that wing with makeup will be less time consuming too.

The ultimate lip treatment with amazing results. Have permanently defined, symmetrical and luscious lips with a lip blush procedure which adds definition, shape, and colour to your lips. Ideal for naturally receding, pale or thin lips, or for those who want a permanently bold colour for extra pout.  You can choose from a natural or more vibrant tones.

EYEBROW tattooing can last you anywhere from 1-3 years. At lot depends on how our body metabolizes the ink, the client’s lifestyle, the ink used and the technique opted. You might need a touch up at 1 year’s mark or in some cases it can be sooner or later. It tends to fade quicker for our oily skin clients.

Nano feathering is very delicate technique, so it does fade faster than an ombrè powder brow.

Eyeliner tattooing can last you 4-6 years, you might need a touch up in few years to have a colour boost as it tends to change colour over time into the hues of blue or green or just fades in general.

Lip Blush can last you anywhere from 3-5 years. You might need a touch up in few years depending how fast or slow the pigment metabolizes in your body.

If the existing tattoo is not our work, then it will be considered as correctional work and you will be required to book a consultation appointment first. Please DO NOT book in for the full treatment unless you have consulted your cosmetic tattooist regarding your existing cosmetic tattoo.

Cosmetic Tattoo procedure normally requires multiple treatment sessions. For best results, clients will be required to return for at least one re-touch appointment. This will take place 4-8 weeks after the initial procedure. Those with oily skin may require an additional touch up.

• Please DO NOT drink alcohol 24 hours prior to the treatment.
• Where possible, try to avoid the following herbs and spices prior to your appointment: Black pepper, Cardamom, any member of the Zingiberaceae (Ginger) family, Cayenne, Cinnamon, Garlic, Horseradish, Mustard.
• A patch test will be performed, unless waived by client.
• Please do not shape or wax your brows before the procedure. Your technician will shape brows during the procedure.
• No electrolysis for at least 5 days before the procedure.
• Protect the area from sun exposure and ensure your skin is in good health for 2-weeks prior to treatment.
• Botox, AHA products, retinoids, Retin-A, Tretinoin Preparations, Hydroquinone, Skin bleaching agents: should be avoided for 2 weeks prior to the procedure as they may increase hypersensitivity, and the risk of scarring if used within 5 days of treatment.
• Exfoliating treatments such as microdermabrasion should not be performed within 2 weeks prior to procedure.
• It is recommended not to undergo any chemical peels within 2-4 weeks before and after a cosmetic tattoo treatment.
• Cosmeceutical products containing the following ingredients should be avoided on the area for at least 5 days before treatment and 2 weeks after. These ingredients may fade the tattoo quicker than usual if used on regular basis in the future especially on the treated area.
  • AHA’s (Alpha Hydroxy Acids: Glycolic, lactic acid),
  • Vitamin C,
  • Benzoyl Peroxide
  • Vitamin A
  • Alcohol greater than 6%

• Clients prone to cold sores/fever blisters should take an anti-viral prior to treatment.
• Hormone therapies can affect pigmentation and/or cause sensitivity.
• IPL/LASER on the area should be avoided a minimum of 4 weeks before treatment and must be completely avoided on any area that contain cosmetic tattoo pigment. Advise your laser/IPL therapist before undergoing treatments.
• If you are taking any of the following medication please consult your cosmetic tattooist before booking:
  • Warfarin,
  • Heparin,
  • Aspirin,
  • Opioid medication (Endone),
  • Prednisone,
  • Roaccutane (within 8-12 months),
  • Antibiotics

Contraindications for Cosmetic Tattooing:

• Liver disease – high risk of infection
• Pregnancy/Nursing: We do not tattoo while pregnant or breast feeding
• Compromised skin near brow area
• Chemotherapy/Radiation: To ensure your safety and comfort a Doctors permission is required before we can proceed with any cosmetic tattoo treatments. Please call us for more information.
• Diabetes Type 1 and 2: Due to possible slower healing, please contact your cosmetic tattooist for consultation before booking

FOR 2 WEEKS POST-TREATMENT (AFTERCARE)

• Please be aware that colour intensity will be significantly darker and sharper immediately and a few days after the initial procedure, but the colour will reduce by 30-40%
• After the treatment you may experience some lymph fluid in the treated area please dab the brows lightly with a dry or very lightly damp cotton pad to remove excess fluid.
• Only use the aftercare that we provide, you will need to apply this 3 times for the first 2 days and 1-2 times for the first 2 weeks of healing. Please don’t over apply the ointment, remember less is more. Apply and swipe clean method as directed on the appointment.
• Avoid cardio workouts and excessive sweating until the healing area starts to scab up (2-5 days). Once scabbing starts, you may resume normal exercising, however, be cautious of exposing the area to sweat.
• Do not touch the healing area with fingers.
• Do not expose or submerge the area in chlorinated pools or salt water.
• Avoid saturating the area in water.
• Avoid hot, steamy showers, steam rooms and saunas until healed.
• Avoid spray tanning the area until healed.
• Avoid consuming alcohol for 48 hours post-treatment.
• Protect the area from sun exposure and ensure your skin is in good health for 2-weeks prior to treatment.
• Do not pick the flaking skin or scabs.
• Ensure your touch up is booked for 4-8 weeks post treatment.
• Expected healing time is 5-9 days.