Frequently Asked Questions
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Everyone’s different, but most clients say it feels more like scratching than pain. Numbing is used to keep you comfortable.
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Sessions usually take between 2–3 hours, depending on the service.
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Usually 2. The first session sets the shape and colour, and the touch up session (4-6 weeks later) perfects the result.
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Cosmetic tattoos are semi-permanent. Brows usually last 1–3 years, lips 2–5 years, and eyeliner 3–5 years (depending on your skin and lifestyle).
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Expect some swelling and darker colour for the first few days. By week 2, things lighten and soften. Full healing takes 6–8 weeks.
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Aftercare is crucial and accounts for around 50% of your final results. Keep the area clean & dry, apply the recommended ointment, no touching, no swimming, no sweating for the first 7-10 days. I’ll give you an aftercare pack with full instructions.
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Yes, but it will be a very long session. Many clients find it more comfortable to split them and return for the second the following week.
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No, for safety reasons cosmetic tattooing isn’t suitable if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
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No worries! I’ll assess your existing tattoo first. In most cases, if the previous work has faded by at least 50%, I can tattoo over it. If not, removal may be needed before we can achieve the best results. Correction or cover-ups may need extra sessions.
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Not everyone is suitable for cosmetic tattooing. It isn’t recommended if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18, or if you have certain medical conditions or take medications that affect healing. A consultation is always done first to make sure it’s safe and right for you.
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To book your appointment, please call or text Brooke on 0431 659 711, or fill out the contact form listed on this website.
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Inked by Brooke is located in Soeur Beauty.
2/1423a Pittwater Road, Narrabeen. There’s a carpark on the same side of the road, near the B1 bus stop.