What Is Cosmetic Tattooing?
Cosmetic Tattooing Perth
Semi-permanent eyebrow tattoo & lip blush — natural results that simplify your routine.
Tired of drawing on your brows every morning? Want lips that look naturally defined from the moment you wake up? Cosmetic tattooing uses fine pigment deposits to enhance your eyebrows and lips, creating a polished, low-maintenance look that lasts 1–3 years.
Our experienced cosmetic tattoo artists take the time to understand your features, preferences, and lifestyle before creating a look that’s uniquely yours. Eyebrow tattooing from $550 — and you can book straight in, no separate consultation needed.
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What Is Cosmetic Tattooing?
Cosmetic tattooing (semi-permanent makeup) deposits pigment into the upper layers of your skin using a specialised device. Unlike traditional tattoos, the pigments are designed to fade naturally over time — so you can adjust your look as trends and preferences change.
Eyebrow Tattooing
Whether you’re after natural feather-stroke brows or soft ombre brows, we tailor the technique to your face shape, skin type, and personal style. It’s popular with people who have sparse, uneven, or over-plucked brows, as well as anyone who simply wants to skip the daily pencil routine.
Lip Blush Tattooing
Lip blush adds a soft wash of colour to your lips, enhancing their natural shape and definition. It can help even out asymmetry, restore colour that’s faded over time, and create a subtle “just bitten” look. The colour typically settles to around 50% of the initial intensity once healed, blending naturally with your skin tone.
Cosmetic Tattooing At a Glance
| Eyebrow Tattoo | Lip Blush | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 4 hours | 4 hours |
| Sessions | Initial + follow-up (4–6 weeks later) | Initial + follow-up (4–6 weeks later) |
| Lasts | 1–3 years (varies by skin type) | 1–3 years (varies by skin type) |
| Downtime | Minimal — mild redness, 7–14 day healing | Mild swelling 1–3 days, 7–14 day healing |
| Comfort | Topical numbing applied | Topical numbing applied |
| Price | From $550 | From $550 |
| Booking | Direct — no consultation required | Call for availability |
What Happens on the Day?
- Design: Your artist discusses your goals, assesses your skin, and maps a brow shape to your bone structure. You approve the design before any pigment goes on — nothing happens until you’re happy.
- Numbing: Topical numbing cream is applied and left to take effect (15–20 minutes).
- Tattooing: Pigment is carefully deposited using your chosen technique. The full appointment takes approximately 4 hours including design, numbing, and tattooing.
- Healing (Days 1–7): Colour will look darker at first. Some flaking and fading is completely normal during the first week — don’t panic, it’s part of the process.
- Settling (Weeks 2–4): Colour softens by roughly 30–50%, revealing the final shade. This is when you’ll really love the result.
- Follow-up (4–6 weeks): A follow-up appointment to perfect shape, colour density, and any areas that healed unevenly. Follow-up is $100.
Aftercare essentials: – Keep the area clean and dry for the first 7 days – Avoid direct sunlight, swimming, saunas, and heavy sweating – Don’t pick or scratch any flaking skin — let it come away naturally – Apply aftercare balm as directed
Feather Brow Tattoo
Ombre Tattoo
Follow Up (4–6 weeks after initial)
Feather Brows vs Ombre — Which Is Right for You?
| Feather Brow (Hair Strokes) | Ombre Brows | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Natural, hair-like look | Soft, filled-in look |
| Technique | Fine strokes mimic individual hairs | Graduated shading from light to dark |
| Skin types | Normal to dry | All skin types (incl. oily) |
| Longevity | 12–18 months | 1–3 years |
| Maintenance | May need refreshes more often | Holds colour longer |
| Look | Very natural, subtle | Soft makeup finish |
| Price at Equinox | $550 | $600 |
Is Cosmetic Tattooing Right for You?
It may be a great fit if: – You want to simplify your daily makeup routine – You have sparse, uneven, or thinning brows – You’ve lost brow hair due to medical treatments or alopecia – You want lip colour that stays put through eating, drinking, and exercise – You have asymmetry you’d like to balance
It may not be suitable if: – You are pregnant or breastfeeding – You have a history of keloid scarring – You’re currently on blood-thinning medication (check with your doctor) – You have active skin conditions in the treatment area (eczema, psoriasis, cold sores) – You’ve had Accutane within the last 12 months
Not sure? Give us a call on (08) 9277 4560 and we’ll chat through your situation before you book.
What’s the difference between feather brows and ombre brows?
Feather brows create individual hair-like strokes for a natural look. Ombre brows use graduated shading for a soft, filled-in makeup finish. Feather brows are $550 and ombre brows are $600.
Can I choose my brow shape and colour?
Absolutely. Your artist designs and maps your shape at the start of your appointment. Colour is custom-mixed to complement your natural hair and skin tone. Nothing happens until you approve the design.
How often do I need a refresh?
Most clients book an annual colour refresh to maintain vibrancy. Some skin types hold colour longer than others.
How much does cosmetic tattooing cost in Perth?
At Equinox in Belmont, feather brow tattooing is $550 and ombre brow tattooing is $600. A follow-up session at 4–6 weeks is $100.
How long does eyebrow tattooing last?
Eyebrow tattooing typically lasts 1–3 years depending on skin type, sun exposure, and skincare routine. Oily skin tends to fade faster.
Does cosmetic tattooing hurt?
Topical numbing cream is applied before treatment. Most clients describe the sensation as mild scratching — much less intense than a regular tattoo.
How long does it take to heal?
Initial healing takes 7–14 days. Colour appears darker at first, then fades by 30–50% to its final shade over 4–6 weeks.
Is cosmetic tattooing safe?
When performed by a trained artist using sterile, single-use equipment and quality pigments, cosmetic tattooing is considered safe.
Can I get eyebrow tattoo if I have no brows?
Yes. Cosmetic tattooing can create the appearance of full brows even with very little or no natural hair, including after medical hair loss.
Equinox Beauty & Cosmetic Clinic
Belmont Forum Shopping Centre, 227 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale WA 6105
Mon–Wed & Fri: 9am–5pm | Thu: 9am–8pm | Sat: 9am–4pm | Sun: Closed
Equinox Beauty & Cosmetic Clinic
227 Belmont Ave
Cloverdale WA 6105
Serving Perth, Belmont, Cloverdale, Victoria Park, South Perth, Como, Applecross, Mount Pleasant, Ascot, Rivervale, Carlisle, Burswood, Kewdale, and surrounding suburbs.
Individual results vary. This treatment is not suitable for everyone. A consultation is recommended.
Will my cosmetic tattoo look natural?
That’s always the goal. We use fine-point techniques and custom colour mixing to create results that enhance rather than overpower your natural features.
I’ve had cosmetic tattooing elsewhere. Can you fix or cover it?
In many cases, yes. We can assess existing work at your appointment and recommend options including colour correction, reshaping, or saline removal if needed.
What happens if I don’t like the shape?
Your artist draws and adjusts the shape on your skin before any tattooing begins. You approve the design before we proceed. If you have minor concerns after healing, we refine at your follow-up.
How is cosmetic tattooing different from a traditional tattoo?
Cosmetic tattoo pigments are formulated to fade gradually over 1–3 years, unlike permanent tattoo ink. The equipment is finer, the depth is shallower, and the results are designed to look like natural makeup.
Can I wear makeup after cosmetic tattooing?
Avoid applying makeup directly on the treated area for the first 7–10 days while it heals. After that, you’re free to apply makeup as normal — though most clients find they need much less.
Can men get cosmetic tattooing?
Absolutely. Eyebrow tattooing is popular among men who want to fill in thinning or patchy brows for a natural, understated result.
