— 01 / CONSULTATION
Cosmetic tattooing.
A consultation and assessment for cosmetic tattooing — brows and soft, natural definition — planned personally by an experienced artist. We start by understanding your features and what’s on your mind, then talk through what’s realistic and flattering for you.
— 02 / ABOUT COSMETIC TATTOOING
About cosmetic tattooing.
Cosmetic tattooing places pigment into the skin to add soft, natural-looking definition — most often to the brows. It’s designed to be subtle and suited to your features, and it fades gradually over time. Individual results vary with your skin and lifestyle.
A consultation comes first. We design the shape and shade with you, check your suitability, and explain the process and aftercare. There’s no pressure to proceed on the day.
WHAT TO DISCUSS
- The shape, shade and look you would like
- What suits your features and colouring
- How the process works and what’s involved
- Aftercare and how it settles over time
ALSO COVERED
- Suitability, including any skin considerations
- A patch test, where appropriate
- A perfecting session, if needed
- Individual outcomes may vary — pigment settles over a few weeks
— 03 / WHAT TO EXPECT
What to expect during your appointment.
Personalised consultation
Your appointment begins with a discussion of the look you would like. The artist designs a shape with you and maps it before anything begins, so you’re comfortable with the result.
Preparation
Where appropriate, the area is prepared in line with clinical practice standards. Specific steps are discussed during your consultation, based on what’s being assessed.
Duration & recovery
Appointment length varies between individuals and is discussed with you. Most people can resume daily activities afterwards; recovery varies, and the practitioner explains what to expect.
Post-appointment care
Aftercare is personalised and discussed with you, so you know what to expect in the days that follow. Follow-up may be scheduled depending on your circumstances.
— 04 / ABOUT SHAPE, SHADE & YOU
About shape, shade and definition.
Great cosmetic tattooing is about balance — a shape and softness that suits your face, not a one-size-fits-all look. Skin, lifestyle and your preferences all play a part.
What suits you — the shape, the shade and how soft it looks — is designed with you, in person. This section is general information only.
DESIGNED WITH YOU
The shape is mapped and agreed with you before we begin — nothing is a surprise.
SOFT & NATURAL
The aim is subtle, natural definition that suits your features — and it fades gradually over time.
REVIEWED WITH YOU
What suits you is designed in person — never from a page.
— 05 / IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important information & disclaimers.
Cosmetic tattooing is a cosmetic procedure. As with any procedure there are some risks and aftercare to follow; these are explained to you in person, and results vary and settle over a few weeks.
OUTCOMES VARY
Factors that influence results
- Your skin type and how it holds pigment
- Lifestyle, including sun exposure
- Aftercare during healing
- Realistic expectations about the look
NOT SUITABLE IF
A procedure may not be appropriate
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have certain skin conditions in the area
- You have an active infection or breakout in the area
- You have certain health considerations
WHAT WE REQUIRE
Before anything proceeds
- A consultation to design and confirm suitability
- A patch test, where appropriate
- Informed consent, with time to decide
- Aftercare guidance for healing
GENERAL INFO ONLY
Please note
- This page is general information
- Specific pricing isn’t shown here
- It is discussed in person, at your consultation
- Pigment fades over time and results vary
— 06 / FREQUENTLY ASKED
The questions we get most.
What is cosmetic tattooing?
Cosmetic tattooing places pigment into the skin to add soft, natural-looking definition, most often to the brows. We design the shape and shade with you at your consultation.
Does it hurt?
Most people find it very tolerable. A numbing option is used for comfort, and the artist talks you through each step.
How long does it last?
It’s not permanent — pigment fades gradually over time, and how long it lasts varies with your skin and lifestyle. A refresh is discussed with you.
No. A consultation is just that. Many people come to understand their options and decide later, or decide it isn’t for them. There’s no pressure either way.
Do I need a patch test?
Where appropriate, yes. Your suitability and any skin considerations are checked before we begin.
Who will I see?
An experienced cosmetic tattoo artist, who assesses your suitability and designs the shape with you.
Can under-18s book?
These services aren’t advertised to or aimed at under-18s. Any care for under-18s follows strict national guidelines.
— 07 / WHEN YOU'RE READY
Begin with a consultation.
Every patient at Refine starts with a conversation, anatomy, history, expectations. Treatments come second.
This page advertises a consultation service only and provides general information. Any procedure carries risks; outcomes vary and cannot be guaranteed. A consultation is required to determine suitability.