If you wake up in the morning and find yourself dreading the battle of getting that perfect eyeliner, then perhaps you have thought about getting it tattooed on? Although it might not be everyone’s idea of a good time, there can be several benefits to having your makeup permanently etched on your face. But there are some things you need to consider before heading to the tattoo chair. Here is everything you need to know before getting tattooed eyeliner.
There are two types of tattooed eyeliner
Most makeup tattoo parlors will offer two types of eyeliner. One is to tattoo in between your eyelashes. This means it doesn’t necessarily look like you are wearing eyeliner all the time, but will instead make your lash line look thicker and often appears a lot more natural. Another option is to go for full eyeliner. This makes it seem as though you are wearing eyeliner all the time without having to wake up and apply your makeup every morning.
Does tattooed eyeliner hurt?
Of course, this depends on your pain tolerance. Thinking about a tattoo needle hovering around our eyes can be enough to bring most of us to tears. However, most of the time, the artist will apply a numbing cream to the eyelids before they begin inking. Most people that have tattooed eyeliner admit the process is uncomfortable but bearable.
How long does tattooed eyeliner take to heal?
Usually, tattooed eyeliner takes around three to seven days to heal fully, but a thicker tattoo might take up to ten days before it is entirely back to normal. Many tattoo makeup artists will recommend that you avoid rubbing your eyes, using swimming pools, or applying mascara in this time as they can all encourage bacteria to the area. However, after the healing process is up, you’re good to live your life as you please.
How much does tattooed eyeliner cost?
Makeup can be expensive, but could having it tattooed on your face be a cheaper alternative? Most initial tattoos could cost anything from $500 all the way up to $1,000 depending on the thickness of your tattooed eyeliner. Once it’s on, touch-ups usually cost between $200 and $700. Once again, this depends on how much ink you need.
Is tattooed eyeliner permanent?
You might think that tattooed eyeliner is a permanent makeup option? However, you’d be mistaken. In fact, the ink usually only lasts around a year as the pigment fades relatively quickly compared to other, larger tattoos on the body. After three years, you could find your tattooed eyeliner has completely disappeared! Although this can mean many touch-ups if you want to keep your tattooed makeup, it can be a blessing if you change your mind after the procedure.
Are there any special requirements?
Of course, having a tattoo on your eyelid doesn’t come without some requirements. For those that wear contact lenses, you need to make sure they are removed before getting the tattoo and might have to opt for glasses for a few days after the procedure. Plus, people need to make sure they don’t have any lash extensions as the glue can interfere with the ink. Although, these can be reapplied after the eyeliner is on.
So there we have it, everything you need to know before getting tattooed eyeliner. Although it can be a huge decision to make, it looks as though this makeup choice might not be the permanent answer we once feared. Now, it’s time to decide if this could be the way forward in your makeup routine. Good luck!
