JB Beauty

One of the most important decisions I make before tattooing a brow is choosing the right pigment.

And it’s not based on the colour I see in the bottle or simply matching the client’s brow hair, there is so much more to it!

I assess the skin, existing brow hair and the healed result we’re aiming for before deciding what pigment is appropriate.

Things like skin undertone, skin type and thickness can all influence how pigment is implanted and how it heals. Natural brow hair and the client’s desired result also help determine the direction I take with pigment selection.

The goal isn’t just to make the brows look good immediately after the appointment.

The goal is to choose a pigment that is appropriate for that individual client and the healed result we’re working towards.

That’s why pigment selection isn’t guesswork! If you find you’re doing this then take some time to research, deep dive into pigmentology and invest in training!

Your clients and business will thank you for it 🤎

Dark lip neutralisation is one of the most misunderstood cosmetic tattooing treatments, so let’s clear a few things up!

Contrary to what many people think, dark lip neutralisation isn’t about covering dark lips with a lighter colour. It’s a gradual colour correction process that uses colour theory to create a softer, more balanced lip tone over time.

Every client’s lips are completely different, which means every treatment plan is too. The pigment I choose, the number of sessions required, and the final result all depend on your natural lip tone, undertones, healing response and desired outcome.

One thing I always tell my clients is please please PLEASE trust the process!

Neutralisation isn’t a one-and-done treatment. It often takes multiple sessions, spaced 8 to 10 weeks apart, to safely achieve the best possible result.

Taking a gradual approach gives your lips time to heal properly and allows me to assess how your skin responds before moving to the next step.

If you’ve ever felt self-conscious about uneven lip pigmentation, patching or a naturally darker outline, know that it’s incredibly common and completely normal.

My goal isn’t to change your beautiful natural features. It’s to enhance what’s already there and help you feel more confident in your natural lips.

Swipe through to learn everything you need to know about dark lip neutralisation, including who it’s for, how it works, what to expect, and some of the questions I’m asked most often.

Have a question I didn’t cover? Pop it in the comments or send me a DM. I’d love to help🥰❤️

Choosing a lip tattoo pigment isn’t as simple as picking the prettiest colour in the bottle.

One of the biggest mistakes I see is artists choosing a pigment based on how it looks in the bottle, without properly assessing the client’s lips first.

If you’re just guessing, then your healed results are unlikely to match what you expected.

The colour you see in the bottle is not necessarily the colour that will heal in the lips. Existing lip tone, undertones, melanin, previous tattooing, and the condition of the tissue all influence the final healed result.

That’s why pigment selection should always be intentional, not based on instinct or hope.

In this carousel, I’m sharing the 5 things I personally assess before choosing a pigment before every lip tattoo appointment.

The more you understand why you’re choosing a colour, the more consistent, predictable, and beautiful your healed results will become.

Save this post and use it as a checklist for your next lip tattoo appointment 💖

Getting vulnerable 🤍

For a long time, I felt like I had to have everything figured out.

That every setback meant I was on the wrong path.

That every ending meant I’d failed.

Looking back now, I couldn’t have been more wrong.

Some of the experiences that once felt like they were breaking me have become the very things I’m most grateful for.

They’ve changed the way I see life, the way I run my business, the way I value relationships, and most importantly... the way I value myself.

This carousel isn’t about having all the answers.

It’s simply a reflection of what my twenties have taught me so far.

If you’re in a season where something isn’t working out, where you’re questioning yourself, or where life feels uncertain...

I hope this reminds you that not every ending is a bad one.

Sometimes it’s quietly making room for a version of your life that you couldn’t have imagined yet.

The biggest takeaway I have learnt so far is nothing happens to you - it happens FOR you ❤️‍🔥