Lip Tattooing
Fiip Tattooing in Cairns – Green Spa and Beauty Centre
At Green Spa and Beauty Centre in Cairns QLD, we offer premium lip tattooing services designed to enhance your natural beauty with long-lasting, smudge-free colour. Whether you’re looking to correct asymmetry, define your lip shape, or enjoy a boost of healthy colour, this treatment delivers seamless results with professional care.
💡 What Is Lip Tattooing?
Lip tattooing is a semi-permanent cosmetic tattoo treatment that enhances the colour, shape, and symmetry of your lips. Using specialised pigments and advanced techniques, we create a soft blush effect or full lip tint that lasts for years – saving you time and boosting your confidence.
👄 Who Is It For?
Lip tattooing is ideal for anyone who:
- Has pale or uneven lip tone
- Wants fuller-looking lips without injectables
- Struggles with makeup smudging or reapplying
- Has lip scars or pigment loss
- Wants defined lips with natural or bold colour
💎 Why Do We Need It?
Daily lipstick fades. Lip lines blur. Over time, lips lose pigment and structure. Lip tattooing gives you the freedom to wake up with youthful, perfectly tinted lips—every day.
✨ Benefits of Lip Tattooing
- Long-lasting colour (up to 2–3 years)
- Enhances lip symmetry
- Defines and shapes your natural lips
- Reduces the need for daily makeup
- Safe, professional, and tailored to your goals
- Boosts confidence with subtle or bold colour tones
🔍 What We Can Help With
- Uneven lip borders
- Loss of natural lip pigment
- Pale or cool-toned lips
- Lip scars or fading from ageing
- Discolouration from smoking or sun damage
🌸 What to Expect During Your Appointment
- Numbing cream is applied for comfort
- Colour and shape are customised to your features
- The tattoo is completed in layers for best colour retention
- Treatment time: Approx. 2–2.5 hours
- Touch-up recommended at 6–8 weeks for optimal results
✅ BEFORE CARE
Please follow these tips to prepare:
- Avoid blood thinners (aspirin, fish oils, alcohol) 24–48 hrs prior
- Avoid intense sun exposure or peels on the lips before appointment
- Stay hydrated—dry lips may affect pigment retention
- No caffeine the day of treatment
- Cold sore prone? Take antiviral medication 2 days before (consult your GP)
💆♀️ AFTER CARE
- Apply healing balm 3–5x daily as directed
- Avoid spicy foods, kissing, and heat for 72 hours
- No swimming, saunas, or long showers for 5–7 days
- Let scabs shed naturally – do not pick
- Use SPF balm post-healing to maintain colour
- Touch-up session may be needed for best results
⏳ What to Expect and Downtime
- Initial swelling and colour intensity for 24–48 hrs
- Lips will lighten and slightly flake within 5–7 days
- Full healing: approx. 2 weeks
- True colour settles around 4–6 weeks post-treatment
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is it painful?
We guide numbing agents to ensure comfort throughout the treatment.2. How long does it last?
Typically 2–3 years, depending on skin type and lifestyle.3. Will my lips look swollen?
Mild swelling is common for 24–48 hours and subsides quickly.4. Can I choose the colour?
Yes! We customise the shade to suit your skin tone and desired look.5. Do I need a touch-up?
Yes, a touch-up at 6–8 weeks ensures the best colour and shape.6. Can I get lip tattooing if I’ve had fillers?
Yes, but it’s best to wait at least 4 weeks post-filler.7. Is it safe?
Absolutely. We use medical-grade pigments and sterilised tools in a licensed environment.8. How should I prepare for the appointment?
Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and exfoliants. Stay hydrated and plan around social events.9. What if I get cold sores?
Take antiviral medication beforehand to prevent outbreaks.10. How do I maintain the colour?
Use SPF, avoid excessive exfoliation, and book touch-ups every 1–2 years.11. Can I go to work after?
Yes, although there might be minor swelling and temporary darkness of colour.📍 Book Your Lip Tattoo at Green Spa and Beauty Centre – Cairns QLD
Let our skilled artists enhance your natural beauty with subtle, sophisticated lip colour that lasts. Our Cairns-based beauty professionals are certified, caring, and focused on achieving your dream look with lasting results.
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