Freckles​ Tattoo

Getting tattoo freckles has benefits beyond the looks. Here are the benefits of freckle tattoos:

• Natural Look: Tattooed freckles look youthful, fresh and never go out of style. They add a playful, innocent vibe to the face, like sun-kissed beauty.
• Semi-Permanent: Unlike permanent tattoos, freckle tattoos fade over time. So you can make changes if you want a new look in the future.
• Customizable: No two freckle patterns are the same. You can choose the size, shape and placement of your freckles to fit your face and your style.
• Low Maintenance: Once healed, freckle tattoos need minimal aftercare. No daily makeup application or touch-ups like regular makeup.
• Confidence: Many clients feel more confident with the extra oomph of natural-looking freckles that accentuate their features.

Before you book your freckle appointment, make sure to prepare your skin. Here’s what to do:

1. No Sun: Tanned or sunburned skin can affect pigment retention so avoid the sun before your appointment.
2. Hydrate: Dry skin doesn’t hold pigment as well as moisturised skin. Use hydrating skincare products to keep your skin plump.
3. Stop using Retinol and Exfoliants: Avoid strong skincare ingredients like retinol, glycolic acid and vitamin C.
4. Talk to a Tattoo Artist: During your consultation, discuss your freckle shape, placement and overall design.
5. Follow Care Instructions: Your artist will give you specific care instructions to get your skin ready for the procedure.

Freckle tattooing is a precise and artistic process that requires skill and attention to detail. The procedure takes 1-2 hours and consists of several steps:

Consultation and Design

This is the stage where we map out the freckles to make sure they look natural and in harmony with your features. The artist will use a pencil to draw the freckles on your skin so you can see and approve the design before we start tattooing.

Skin Prep

Your skin will be cleaned to remove any oils or makeup. Numbing cream will be applied to minimise discomfort, you will need to wait 20-30 minutes for the numbing cream to take full effect.

Pigment Implantation

The artist will use a fine-tipped tattooing tool or micro-needling device to implant small amounts of pigment just beneath the skin. The pigment will be chosen to match your skin tone to create soft and natural-looking freckles.

Review and Tweaks

Once the initial freckles are applied the artist will review the overall design and make any necessary tweaks. This is your chance to request more freckles or subtle changes to the placement.

Aftercare

Before you leave your artist will give you detailed aftercare instructions. These are crucial for proper healing and long term results.

Post-procedure care is key to your healing freckle tattoos settling properly. Here’s what to do:

1. No Sun: Protect your new freckles from the sun, as this can cause fading.
2. No Harsh Skincare: Avoid products with active ingredients like retinol or acid.
3. Follow Aftercare: Your artist will give you specific instructions to follow for 4-6 weeks.
4. Don’t Pick or Scratch: You will see freckle flakes as your skin heals. Please don’t pick them off.
5. Keep the Area Clean: Use a gentle cleanser to wash your face without scrubbing the freckles.

• Cheeks & Nose: The most popular placement is to mimic natural sun freckles.
• Forehead & Chin: For a more scattered freckled look, placement on forehead and chin is balanced and natural.
• Shoulders & Collarbone: For a fun summer vibe some people opt for freckles on their shoulders or collarbone.

Talk to your artist about what will work best for your face shape and style.

Freckle tattooing is generally safe but may have:

• Redness and Swelling: Temporary irritation after the procedure.
• Scabbing and Flaking: Minor scabbing during the healing process.
• Allergic Reactions: Rare but possible if you have a sensitivity to the pigments used.
• Uneven Pigment Fading: Without proper aftercare, you may experience uneven fading.