I’m sure you’ve heard of Microbladed brows ; ink is deposited by a sharp blade, “drawing” into your skin any missing hair.

Photo provided by HOI Tattoo Education.

Nano Brows are a tattoo technique that can be regarded as the evolution of traditional microblading. Each hair is sketched one by one, & then tattooed to create a realistic shape. Every single design is personalized to your specific needs & or preference. I’m here to enhance your natural beauty!

All genders welcome, you are a perfect candidate if you :

*Have no previous Brow Tattoos or Microblading,

*Have faded Microblading (3+ years)

*Have a significant scar or no hair at all

*Have Alopecia or lost your hair do to chemo (must be cleared by your doctor)

I am currently offering model pricing for this service for $500, for 2 appointments. Nano brows are created over 2 sessions ; the initial implementation, where we lay our foundation. Identify the shape & style we are looking to achieve. The next session should be 6-8 week later, NO later so we can assess how your color is settling & healing. We then touch up & add all the extra yummy details that will make them pop! That is why we call them LUXURY brows.

The initial treatment takes about 3-3.5 hours, I like to give myself a good buffer in case we need to take more time designing your dream brow, take a break or numb your skin. This also works into how many strokes we are laying down as our foundation, some will require more or less.If the brows are created from scratch, meaning you have no hair, it might require more time. As always I recommend you reserve this day for us!

The touch up session is shorter. This is an opportunity to assess how the brows have healed & add more pigment if necessary. Fading is normal, less is more! Remember we can always add but not remove…or at least not without going into removal territory.

Lastly, a a third and final is visit is necessary, so I can see your results in person & take some healed photos at my studio!

*If you’d like to become a model,you must be comfortable with all video/photo & willing to document the healing process with clear photos & videos taken by you! To participate please email samii.inkss@gmail.com send a well lit photo of your face, close up of your brows & BOOK a video consult. This will help both of us get to know each other, answer questions/expectations.

Let’s start with a term we need to become familiar with…the Fitzpatrick scale , which classifies human skin types.

This is based on how your skin reacts to sun exposure.

Each Fitzpatrick skin type is different in terms of :

• Oiliness
• Texture
• Thickness
• Pigment depositing
• Color intensity
• Stroke clarity
• Fading
• Required touch-up frequency

*Chart provided by PMUHUB. Types 5 & 6 tend to be more oily & textured. Faster fading & hypo or hyper pigmentation can become an issue. These types require more care.

To figure out where you fit best on the Fitzpatrick Scale , there are 3 trait groups. Find the traits that apply to you, add up to find out your score. The total score gives you your Fitzpatrick skin type.

The 3 trait groups are:

• Genetic traits (your physical characteristics)
• Sensitivity (how you react to sun exposure)
• Intentional sun exposure (your tanning habits)

*Chart & Score System provided by PMUHUB.

Let’s talk Pre Appointment Prep , Aftercare & Healing Process…

How Prep for your Nano Brow Journey…

Proper Prep is super important to achieve the best results!

There are certain things you should avoid before your appointment :

• Pause Retinol or Vitamin A products 2 weeks prior to your appointment. These thin out your skin & can cause extra sensitivity & bleeding.
• If you take blood-thinning medications, consult your doctor & check if you can discontinue use for a couple of weeks before the treatment.
• Pause Botox or fillers in the area, wait at least 2 weeks.
• Do not get facials at least 2 weeks before your appointment.
• Do not sunbathe or tan for at least 10 days prior to your appointment.
• Don’t pluck or wax your eyebrows at least 1 week prior.
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen, aspirin, & fish oil supplements for at least 24 hours prior to your appointment. These can cause extra bleeding.
• Don’t work out on the day of the treatment.

Aftercare…

I have another page on what to avoid during this time & how to care for your tattoo that you can refer to if needed, I will also provide a physical guide. As always if you still have questions or concerns make sure to contact me.

Your 1st Nano Brow session is to build shape & gain symmetry; the 2nd session is to perfect the brows & add density. Nano brows tend to heal faster than combo/micro-bladed brows with minimal bleeding/scabbing.

Day 1You will be taking home an After care kit; which includes a couple of water wipes & aftercare ointment. You need to gently blot your eyebrows every 2 – 3 hours after your appointment, you can use the water wipes in your aftercare kit or clean tissue.Do not apply the barrier ointment until the second day.

Day 2-14 Gently pat your brows 2 to 3 times a day with a damp cotton pad & apply a thin layer of the provided ointment. Once in the morning & once at night. Do not excessively apply the ointment, over-hydration of the skin may cause problems with pigment retention! The amount applied should not exceed the size of a grain of rice.

Healing Process…

Day 1 Your Brows are bold, which is normal & expected! You might be inclined to freak out, but try to KEEP CALM & TRUST the process & me ❤ Make sure to follow your Aftercare Instructions & take the rest of your day to rest. Some redness & tenderness can be expected for Fitzpatrick 1-2.

Day 2 Your Brows will be darker & can appear thicker than Day 1, this just means the pigment is oxidizing & your skin is starting the healing process.

Day 3-6 You can expect some peeling, but no scabbing should occur. If you see scabbing this could mean you did not dab & cleanse enough. This could result in a bit of color loss. Resist the urge to pick! Make sure to continue to use your aftercare, especially if you feel some itchiness.

Day 7 You should start to see some actual results…lighter color, thinner lines & best of all no itchy feelings! Make sure to continue to follow your DO NOT list for the following weeks before your next appointment, I promise it’s worth it.

Week 2-6: Fully healed results,: the waiting period between your first session & second session begins. During this time your brows might go through some changes, this could be color, saturation, density or you might experience them “ghosting you “… they might seem to disappear & then reappear! Pretty spooky but perfectly normal 😛

Week 6: Hello again! Your second session is all about the details…adjusting, reassessing color , shape & making sure we create the fluffiest most realistic brows of your dreams!

Still need time to think it over? That’s OK, you can always book a FREE video consult, or BOOK a pre draw session at the studio ! This gives you the opportunity to see your design before you decide & I can answer any questions you may have.

Check my Booking link for more!

Follow @the_tattedmuse for upcoming events/ schedule & @lapucelle_pmu for all your Cosmetic Tattoo dreams.

PRE-APPOINTMENT

For best results, I recommend the following:

• Do not consume alcohol, caffeine or blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, Niacin, fish/primrose oil) 48 hours before your procedure to avoid excess bleeding.

Please avoid the following 3-4 weeks before Booking any Cosmetic Tattoos:

• Botox and fillers
• Chemical peels (Glycolic, Pumpkin, Alpha Hydroxy, Salicylic Acid)
• Laser Facials, both ablative and non-ablative, including Fraxel, Co2, and IPL laser treatments
• Exfoliation and retinol products
• Complete the following cosmetic procedures prior to your Brow Tattoo:

o   Brow waxing/shaping (2 days in advance)

o   Brow tinting (1 week in advance)

Avoid sun/ tanning bed exposure for 30 days BEFORE & AFTER your procedure. Your skin experiences natural exfoliation when sun tanned or burned, this will take pigment away from your tattoos. If you arrive with signs of sun exposure, we will unfortunately have to reschedule your appointment and you will forfeit your deposit.

APPOINTMENT DAY

On your appointment day, make sure to :

• Eat a light snack 20 to 30 minutes before arriving
• Wear comfortable clothing that you can sit & lay down in for an extended period of time. OR that allows for easier access to the area that will be tattooed.

Cosmetic Tattoos

Areolas & Nano Brow Tattoos require a mandatory consultation appointment. This is to make sure we understand your needs, explain the process etc.

For Areola Tattoos, it is important to note that you should only schedule your appointment after complete healing from any invasive procedure or surgery within a year. You will be required to be cleared by your physician.Minimum 1 year post-op.

*I currently offer a sliding scale payment for gender affirming services/ cancer survivors. Must be comfortable with sharing your story on social media, photos & available for follow up appointments. If you’re interested in this please email me sammi.inkss@gmail.com for more information.(This includes top surgery scars, areola reconstruction, fem/masc nano brows & lip blushing )*

Here’s what to expect from your experience upon arrival:

Consultation & Design: (Aprox 30-45 min) This gives me the opportunity to get to know you & collaborate in creating your unique design. Please bring photos of tattoo examples that are similar to the look you’re hoping for.

As your artist, I’m always going to suggest the most natural results to highlight your natural features. One thing to keep in mind is we are building, we can always add but not remove ! We will choose a pigment match based on your skin tone & hair color. We’ll also discuss aftercare & healing during this time. You should expect to Book 2 sessions for all services.

• Numbing: (30 min) Prior to the procedure, a topical anesthetic (5% lidocaine ointment) is applied. Numbing is not needed for every procedure, and also not recommended unless necessary.
• Tattooing: (Duration depends on service) I will be implanting pigment to mimic the appearance of natural hair, lip color or freckles within the designed shape. 

Flash Tattoos

Before booking your tattoo appointment, please email sammi.inkss@gmail.com the following:

• Design or Design Reference (photo, drawing etc.) I suggest at least 3 or flash you’ve selected.
• Approximate size (inches)
• Placement (well lit photo of placement)

Some things to take into consideration…

• My designs are created with black /grayscale ink in mind, any changes to my Flash will automatically be categorized as a Custom Tattoo. This includes adding or changing any aspect of the design.
• You can find my Flash designs in my IG @themuses_flash
• Color is available upon request, this will impact the final cost of your design.
• All designs are repeatable unless specified otherwise.

*Special pricing is available ONLY at Tattoo Events, Flash days & or collaborations*

Here’s what to expect :

We will discuss your chosen design & placement to make sure we are on the same page. I will print your stencil or most likely have it already printed out for you. We will cleanse your skin, shave if necessary ( you’re welcome to shave before our appt if you wish) & place your stencil. We will check again in the mirror or take a selfie to make sure you’re happy with it!

Depending on your placement you should not experience pain that you cannot tolerate but… everyone is different. This is why it’s best to have extra time to take breaks if needed.

I use small needles, that create fine lines so expect me to take my time. This is on your body forever, art takes time. I ask for a healed photo within 4-5 weeks after out appointment, this is to make sure you don’t need a touch up & are happy with your design.

Custom Tattoo Designs

*Please Book 1 week in advance*

Flash designs are my top priority, but I am happy to collaborate with you in creating your design or customizing flash…as long as it fits my style!

I will suggest a different artist, if I think they will be a better fit. I want you to get exactly what your envisioning ! *I will not tattoo another artists designs unless they have given permission; any designs that fall under this category will only serve as inspiration.*

My Custom Minimum is $200, be as specific as you can be about your design idea & send your references.

I will only send a draft once you’ve booked your appointment, usually 2-3 days before your appointment. Up to 3 minor/medium changes are allowed. If design changes are significant enough to require a redraw or become a completely different design than the one discussed, your appointment may need to be rescheduled with a $55 extra draw fee.

Before booking your tattoo appointment, please DM me on Instagram the following:

• Design or Design Reference (photo, drawing etc.)
• Approximate size (inches)
• Placement (well lit photo of placement)

Deposit

I require a deposit depending on longevity of the session, both cCustom & Cosmetic Tattoos.

This is to lock in your appointment, deposits are non refundable.

Your appointment will only be confirmed once the deposit has been received.

Booking is done through the link found in my IG Bio, you can find as BOOK NOW button in my Link-tree.

Cancellation/ Rescheduling

If you cannot make your appointment or need to reschedule please reach out, life happens! It’s completely understandable, all I ask for is a 48 hr window or else a new deposit will be needed.

I allow one reschedule within the 48 hr notice. After that, additional rescheduling will require a new deposit!

No shows make me sad & will most likely be ignored from any Booking Attempts in the future…

Payment

Preferred Forms of Payment are Cash & Square.

*Square allows you to pay with All Debit Cards, Credit Cards & CashApp $5 fee added to your total*

Common FAQ

How long will my tattoo take?

This depends on many things…for Tattoos it comes down to the intricacy of the design, if you’re getting multiple tattoos & your pain tolerance etc.

For Cosmetic Tattoos it is typically between 3-4 hours, this includes extra time for numbing (if needed).

My advice is to allow a significant amount of time when scheduling your day.I’m happy to give a time estimate if you ask, but it is not an exact science.

What do I bring to my appointment?

• A valid ID (must be 18+) unfortunately, there is no parental consent for minors in the state of California.
• Come dressed comfortably & appropriately depending on the area we are tattooing, you’re welcome to bring something to change into if you wish.
• Avoid wearing light colored clothing, I would hate to get ink on your fave tee!
• Bring a zip up jacket or hoodie if you’re prone to getting chilly.
• Feel free to bring snacks & water. Some sessions can run longer than anticipated or cross over to lunch/dinner hours.
• You’re welcome to bring 1 guest if you need emotional support

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but very much appreciated!

Most artists give a percentage to their studios etc. so anything extra is always appreciated… some tips I’ve received have been iced matcha with almond milk, handmade art, snacks etc. & they have made my day !