Micropigmentation, also referred to as semi-permanent make-up or dermal-pigmentation or permanent make up or cosmetic tattooing, is a process whereby pigments are implanted beneath the top layer of skin, by needle micro insertion. Can be used to re-align facial features such as eyebrows, lip line and eye line. Tricopigmentation is an alternative, more temporary option, used on the scalp as a treatment for hair loss.

Conditions:

• Treatment will not proceed in the existence of any contra-indications.

Approved Practitioners:

• Insured must have received training from an accredited and regulated training provider

A tattoo artists is someone who applies permanent decorative tattoos by inserting pigment into the skins dermis traditional and/or fine line tattooing methods.

Conditions:

• Needlestick Injury Policy must be in place
• Sanitisation and infection control protocols must be in place
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  1) Excluding scarification
  2) Provision of bloodborne pathogens/disease prevention certificates must be obtained
  3) Aftercare plans given to all clients
  Excluding Ash Tattooing

Tattoo/permanent makeup/pigment removal is a process by which the skin is penetrated to break up the tattoo/permanent makeup/pigment and pull it out of the skin with a saline solution (salt + purified water) or alkaline-based solutions mixed with acids. Slower but safer than other tattoo removal methods this fading technique can be used in any area. The procedure is similar to tattooing or microblading but instead of injecting ink underneath the skin, it works in reverse, pulling the ink out and lightening the area.

Conditions:

• Skin type checks on the Fitzpatrick scale in place prior to treatment being provided.

Approved Practitioners:

• Practitioners must be qualified and trained in administering this treatment including the provision of before and after care guidance to the client.