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DEPOSIT: A deposit of $100 is required to secure your booking. The value of your deposit will be deducted from your services on the day of your appointment. You may change or cancel your booking up to 48 hours before your appointment by contacting us via phone or email. You may ask for your deposit refunded, or you can save it to your account and used against a future appointment. Cancellations, including part cancellations, within 48 hours or failure to show up for your appointment will result in the forfeiture of your deposit, without exceptions. Cancellation policy: We require at least 48 hours' notice for any cancellations and changes to your appointment - this includes changes to the services you have booked. Cancellations within 48 hours or failure to arrive for your appointment will result in your forfeiting your deposit/payment. While we will move heaven and earth to ensure we can provide your booked treatment or service, we reserve the right to cancel your appointment anytime. Should we be forced to cancel your appointment, we will rebook your treatment or offer you a refund, even if this is within our normal 48hr cancellation notice period. Running late for your appointment? To ensure punctual service for all clients, appointments that start late due to client tardiness will finish at their scheduled time, resulting in a shorter service for you. Price reductions will not be given for appointments made shorter due to client lateness. If you are more than 15 minutes late for the start of your appointment, we regret that you will be marked as a no-show, and your deposit/payment will be forfeited. Need to Make a Change to your appointment? We've booked out the perfect amount of time to perform your treatments and services to our usual high standards. If you wish to change the treatment or service you've booked, including removing treatments or add ons, we require 48 hours notice. Asking us to make changes to your booked treatments or services on arrival will be subject to our standard Cancellation Policy. In this instance, if you opt to remove treatments or reduce the overall value of your booking, you may still be charged the full value of the booking. Preferred Communication: Changes to your appointment must be made via our dedicated clinic phone number or email. Messages via social media or stylists personal numbers may not be seen and may result in your forfeiting your deposit. We will confirm any appointment changes by Email/SMS. Appeals: If we've charged you for an appointment you didn't attend, arrived late for, cancelled or amended within 48 hours, and you feel treated unfairly, please let us know. Please email thealchemiecollective@gmail.com with details of your appointment, why you could not attend and/or asked for changes to be made. Appeals will be reviewed with the managers and any team member involved, and we will respond to you by email or phone within 48 hours.

Achieve perfectly defined eyes without the hassle of applying eyeliner every day. Eyeliner tattoos, or permanent eyeliner, offer a long-lasting solution with natural-looking results. The benefits of tattooed eyeliner include: Enhancing your beauty and saving time on your daily makeup routine. You will wake up every morning, get out of the pool, work out at the gym, and go to bed every night with amazing eyeliner. It’s sheer perfection 24/7 with very long-lasting results

For classic liner and winged liner, the artist will pre-draw, giving the opportunity to approve, putting nerves at bay. The actual tattooing process includes topical numbing to reduce or eliminate pain. Your artist will use a small, quiet, lightweight tattoo tool with very small needles. A first quick pass is made, and another application of numbing serum is applied. Working relatively quickly, the artist applies the tattoo, repeating numbing and checking symmetry often.

Eyeliner tattoos have permanence. However, like all tattoos, your eyeliner tattoo will fade, and the need for maintenance will become necessary. Most people opt to have their eyeliner refreshed every 2-3 years to keep lines sharp and bold in color. You can also build on permanent eyeliner as soon as the first tattoo is completely healed. If you start with lash line enhancement, you can add a wing or shadow later.

Proper preparation for your appointment is key to achieving the best results from your tattoo eyeliner appointment. Preparing for eyeliner tattooing is essential because it can help prevent complications or issues during the procedure. Proper preparation also ensures your skin is in optimal condition, which leads to a longer-lasting outcome. Prepare for your eyeliner treatment with these simple steps: Lash extensions must be removed at least 2 days prior to the appointment. No lash enhancement serums for 30 days prior. No retinol, acids, anti-aging, or acne products on the upper lid 30 days prior. No caffeine, alcohol, or blood thinners 24 hours prior. Do not wear makeup to the appointment. Bring a receptacle for your contact lenses. If you have a stye or any other sort of eye infection, you will need to reschedule your appointment.

Everyone is a candidate, but there are some reasons a person may not be able to choose from all styles of eyeliner tattooing. These restrictions include hyper-vascular eyelids, thin skin, drooping/hooded eyes. The great news is that almost everyone can do lash line enhancement. The styles that go further onto the eyelid such as wing or shadow are more difficult to do on those mentioned above. The best way to determine your candidacy for style is to engage in conversation with our team. They will let you know what you can do safely with the desired end result. It is important to note that as we age our eye lid quality can change and so those seeking to refresh their look, may be restricted over time.

An eyeliner tattoo is a cosmetic tattooing procedure. It creates a defined line along the lash line, using pigment to enhance the appearance of the eyes. Tattooed eyeliner is meticulously applied using a small tattoo machine with very tiny needles. The process is safe, minimally invasive, and offers outstanding results. Tattooed eyeliner is also customisable, with our service offering 3 distinct styles. - Classic/Lash enhance - Crisp wing - Soft wing shadow

Proper preparation is key to achieving the best results from your appointment. Preparing for lip blush tattooing is essential. It can help prevent complications or issues during the procedure. The right preparation also ensures your lips are in the best possible condition, which leads to a longer-lasting outcome. Prepare for your lip blushing treatment with these simple steps: Hydrate and exfoliate a few days prior. 24 hours prior, stay away from alcohol, caffeine, and other blood thinners. This is important as they can cause excessive bleeding, which can stop the pigments from setting. You should be free of antibiotics for 4 weeks and not pregnant or breastfeeding. Fillers or Botox around your mouth should heal a minimum of 4 weeks in advance of your lip blushing appointment. If you are prone to cold sores, please talk to your doctor. They can prescribe cold sore medication for before and after the appointment.

A lip blush tattoo cared for properly will last anywhere between 1-3 years. Lip blush tattoos are not completely permanent because our lips constantly regenerate. This is a good thing because as our lifestyles change, so do our lip colour preferences. For example, if you go from red hair to blonde, you may wish to change the undertones of your lips! You can apply a lip blush tattoo every 6 months after your initial appointment. A touch-up allows the ultimate flexibility for colour direction or sheerness level. While a lip blush tattoo can last for 1-3 years, lifestyle and skin type can impact how long the effects last. Things like smoking, sun exposure, excessively oily skin, exfoliation, and iron deficiencies can speed up the loss of colour. Also, those with dark lips or deep purple undertones may need refreshers more often to keep the colour strong. In these situations, having your lip blush tattooed every 6-12 months will keep those lips constantly beautiful.

Lip blush is beneficial for so many reasons. Beyond helping you feel refreshed and youthful, it also brightens your eye colour! In some cases, it can even help teeth to appear lighter. Here are a few of our favourite benefits that often go unnoticed: Lip blush adds colour to the lips: Create a healthy, flushed look without pesky lipstick! Lip blush technique builds collagen: The micro-needling technique naturally helps build collagen and elastin into your skin. Lip blush reshapes and redefines: Reshape and redefine the edges of the lips. You can make them appear balanced, symmetrical, and larger if desired. Lip blush is minimally invasive: This tattoo technique is relatively painless and only takes a few days to heal. Enjoy all the benefits of lip colour longer term (up to 3 years) and no downtime. Lip blush minimises scars, pigment loss, pigmentation issues, darkening of the lips: Your artist can correct this with lip blush. This fun service helps those in need from dog bites, accidents and even those hoping to complete facial feminisation.

Before your artist begins the lip blushing procedure, they will apply a topical anaesthetic cream to your lips. This prevents you from feeling pain during the process. Most guests do not feel any discomfort during the lip blushing procedure itself. Some experience a mild scratching or pinching sensation. For this reason your artist will offer ongoing anaesthetic throughout the procedure if required. With that said, all guests have unique pain tolerance thresholds. Our most sensitive guests rank the experience between 2 and 4 on the standard pain scale. Many of them rank getting a traditional tattoo much higher. In fact, several have said getting their eyebrows waxed was more painful! It is normal for your lips to feel sensitive for several days following your appointment. To reduce sensitivity, avoid hot drinks and salty, acidic and/or spicy foods.

Most people think lip blushing is for 20-somethings, but this is not the case. Sure, lip blush is a fun addition to your look. That’s especially true if you’re hoping to add volume, shape, and colour (with or without fillers). However, lip blush is also amazing for those whose lips are fading or thinning due to age. A good candidate for lip blush may meet one or all of the following criteria: Clients of all ages who’d like to add colour back into their lips, so they appear healthy and full. Mature clients hoping to reshape and redefine their lips for a youthful look. Anyone hoping to cover discolouration, scarring, or asymmetry. Clients with filler who have lost their natural shape and colour. Clients who may wish to have a bold lip colour and ditch the makeup! Clients in the service industry who are far too busy to apply lipstick all day. Clients with busy schedules who want to wake up and look refreshed daily.

A lip blush tattoo appointment will take 2 to 2 ½ hours from start to finish. This includes consultation and shape drawing.

Lip blushing is a cosmetic tattooing procedure that uses colorful, natural pigments to enhance your lips’ natural color, shape, and definition. Also known as aquarelle lip blushing, a lip blush tattoo helps enhance your natural lip colour and shape by creating the illusion of fullness and definition. This soft tattoo technique works by adding colour to the skin for a healthy flushed look. The result is a bright and youthful appearance to the lips – a velvet lip blush. The lip blush process involves minimal pain, easy healing, and no downtime. Do you want a slight reshape, more volume, the look of naturally blushed lips or a lipstick appearance? Then lets chat.

The machine tool used for nano brows allows the artist to create a hyper-realistic hairstroke that doesn’t go as deep as a handheld tool used for microblading and nanoblading. This means the risk of scarring and long term trauma to the dermis is minimal compared with microblading. This reduction in trauma also means that machine nano brows allow permanent brow treatments for those with thin, oily or sensitive skin…skin types that may have been turned down for microblading in the past.

Nano brows (AKA Machine Nano Brows) share a striking resemblance to the hairstroke-like effect achieved with Microblading, but they employ a gentler machine-based technique, operating in a shallower skin layer. The versatility of nano brows is truly impressive, catering to a wide range of skin types, making them an appealing choice for those with thin, sensitive, or excessively oily skin.

Machine nano brows take longer to complete than traditional microblading or nanoblading. Expect to be in the treatment chair for about 2-3 hours at your initial appointment and another 1-2 hours at your touchup.

Proper preparation is key to achieving the best results from your appointment. Preparing for brow tattoo is essential because it can help prevent complications or issues during the procedure. Proper preparation also ensures your eyebrows are in optimal condition, which leads to a longer-lasting outcome. Prepare for your treatment with these simple steps: No sauna or tanning 1 week prior You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding No alcohol 24 hours prior No minors allowed at appointments (18+) Come with clean skin, and no heavy creams or sunscreen day of No working out day of No caffeine the day of No blood thinners, including painkillers (consult your tattooist prior) Discontinue the use of fish oil or vitamin e at least one week prior No filler or injections in the treatment area 3 weeks prior to the procedure in the brow area only No deep exfoliation 2 weeks prior in the brow area (ex., chemical peel) No retinol products, acne treatments, or salicylic acid 4 weeks prior in the brow area No antibiotics 2 months prior

Machine Nano Brows are a solution for people of all ages and skin types. Nano brows are great for those who suffer thinning of the brows. This may be due to a variety of reason, but is notably common after menopause or from taking certain medications. It is also great as a treatment before or after chemotherapy (including those with auto immune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis, who may suffer brow thinning due to chemotherapy treatments). Aymie is a registered nurse with a post graduate degree in oncology nursing, she is also happy to provide brow tattoo services to those on active chemotherapy/immunotherapy depending on where you are within your treatment cycle and in consultation with your care coordinator and/or oncologist. Some people do not grow their brows back after chemotherapy. Having the machine nano brow procedure performed before chemo establishes a brow shape that will remain with the resulting loss of hair. You should always schedule a consultation prior to your appointment. We can complete a consultation by phone with images shared via text or facetime. Here are some reasons why you may not be a candidate for nano brows: history of keloid scarring Previously tattooed brows will always require consultation. There are a few temporary skin conditions that can prohibit an artist from performing nano brows until after healing: Active acne spots in the brow area. Unhealed cuts or wounds in the brow area. Active eczema/psoriasis in the brow area. Sunburn or excessively flaky, dry skin

Classic Elegance: Beauty marks have been associated with timeless beauty and grace. Faux beauty mark tattoos can evoke a sense of classic elegance and allure, adding a touch of sophistication to your appearance. Versatile Enhancement: Similar to faux freckles, beauty mark tattoos offer versatility. You can experiment with different positions and sizes, allowing you to choose the look that perfectly complements your features. Express Your Style: Beauty marks are not just about aesthetics; they can also be a form of self-expression. You can opt for a single beauty mark for subtle sophistication or multiple marks for a playful and unique style. With the expertise of our skilled artists, you can seamlessly combine the charm of faux freckles and beauty marks, achieving a look that effortlessly balances subtlety and striking beauty.

Proper preparation is key to achieving the best results from your faux freckle or beauty mark appointment. Prepare for your faux freckle treatment with these simple steps: Come with a clean, makeup-free face No sauna or tanning one week prior You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding No alcohol 24 hours before your appointment No minors allowed at appointments (18+) Come with clean skin and no heavy creams or sunscreen day of No working out the day of No caffeine on the day of No blood thinners or painkillers (contact tattoo artist prior) Discontinue the use of fish oil at least one week prior No filler or anti-wrinkle injections in the treatment area three weeks before the procedure Limit the use of AHA’s & BHA’s two weeks prior to your appointment No deep exfoliation two weeks before the treatment (ex., chemical peel) No retinol products, acne treatments, or salicylic acid four weeks prior No antibiotics two months prior To ensure the best results, consult a tattoo artist before your appointment.

The amount of freckles and where to place them is very customizable. You can choose to have a little or a lot. You will discuss the amount and placement with your artist. They can help guide you to the best look for you and your lifestyle.

An appointment session usually takes an hour. However, if you need extensive freckling, the session can be up to two hours.

The length of time these freckles last will vary depending on lifestyle, skin type, and aftercare. One of worst culprits for the break down of pigment is UV light. Our faces are constantly in the sunlight. Diligence around SPF usage will be your biggest friend in giving you long lasting freckles. Skin/chemical peels will also shorten the life of your freckles, as well as frequent use of abrasive products and regular use of AHA/BHA products. For these many varied reasons tattooed freckles can last anywhere from 6months to a few years.

The artist tattoos freckles on the skin with a light brown warm color and a hand tool to ensure the proper depth. The process involves: Cleanse and skin prep Choose the color, size, and amount of freckles Draw the design on your face to help you decide on the location, shape, and size Use a hand-held tool tattoo pen to tattoo the freckles Let the ink dry for 10-15 minutes Cleanse residual pigment off Apply after care balm

Most anyone can get freckles and beauty marks if they have plump skin in the cheek area. Anyone over 55 should send images to ensure good long-term results!

In recent years, the allure of faux freckle and beauty mark tattoos has gained momentum in the world of beauty and self-expression. These temporary tattoos offer a range of advantages, allowing you to embrace your natural beauty while adding playful and artistic elements to your appearance. Let’s explore the compelling reasons behind the surge in popularity of these beauty trends. The Advantages of Faux Freckle Tattoos: Youthful, Sun-Kissed Look: Faux freckles can bestow upon you a youthful and playful appearance without exposing your skin to the harmful effects of the sun. It’s a win-win situation where you can enjoy a sun-kissed glow without any sun damage. Effortless Glow: These tattoos effortlessly infuse your skin with a radiant glow, eliminating the need for makeup and the associated hassle. Embrace a natural luminosity with ease. Unleash Your Creativity: Faux freckles grant you the freedom to experiment with various styles and colours without the commitment of permanent ink. Express yourself and change up your look as often as you desire. Highlight Your Best Features: The strategic placement of faux freckles can accentuate your finest features and craft a genuine, sun-kissed radiance. It’s like having your own personalised spotlight. Non-Permanent Beauty: The best part is that faux freckles are not permanent. If you ever decide that you’re not keen on the look, you can easily remove them, providing flexibility and peace of mind.

Faux freckles are tiny tattoos that replicate natural freckles or beauty marks. This fun service gives you a summer-like sun-kissed glow all year round. We can add to your freckles or give you the freckles you never had for a fresh, makeup-free look. We can also create drama and appeal with a carefully placed beauty mark.