461135 Cosmetic Tattooist

Registration or licensing may be required.

Tattoo artists are excluded from this occupation. Tattoo artists are included in Occupation 461231 Body Artist.

• Consults with clients to assess skin type, discuss treatment options and design cosmetic tattooing outcomes suited to their facial features
• Selects and mixes pigments appropriate to clients' skin tone and desired outcome
• Applies cosmetic pigment to the skin using manual techniques such as microblading and feathering
• Applies cosmetic pigment using machine techniques for treatments including lip blush, eyeliner and scalp micropigmentation
• Applies cosmetic pigment to restore natural-looking areola and nipple pigmentation following mastectomy, breast reconstruction or other surgery
• Applies cosmetic pigment to camouflage scars or areas of skin pigmentation loss, restoring a natural skin tone
• Prepares treatment areas and follows infection control and skin penetration protocols in accordance with health regulations
• Manages hygiene, sterilisation, disposal and infection control requirements
• Provides clients with aftercare instructions and conducts follow-up touch-up appointments as required