Understanding Epidermal Growth Factors in Skincare: The Science, Applications, and Benefits

In the ever-evolving realm of skincare, one ingredient has been gaining significant attention for its remarkable effects on skin health and rejuvenation: Epidermal Growth Factors (EGFs). These potent molecules play a pivotal role in cellular growth, wound healing, and tissue repair. Understanding what EGFs are, how they are made, and their applications in skincare, particularly […]

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Why darker skin types usually don’t need ink for stretch mark camouflage

Darker skin types USUALLY don’t need ink when having stretch mark tattoo camouflage. Fitzpatrick skin types V-VI usually don’t need ink when having stretch mark tattoo camouflage, and here’s why… The trend of camouflaging stretch marks has definitely kicked off!  The treatment is more popular currently in the USA, with new “artists” popping up all over […]

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How do amino acids and peptides help heal skin

You may have heard about amino acids / peptides / proteins / collagen, all being important factors in skin health and healing.  But what are they all? Amino acids, peptides, growth factors, and collagen are all important molecules that play a role in the health and appearance of the skin. However, they are different in their […]

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What is the most effective treatment for Stretch Marks?

Stretch marks, also known as striae, are a common condition that affects many people (80=90% of women and many men). They are formed when the skin is stretched rapidly, causing the collagen and elastin fibers in the skin to break. This results in thin, reddish or purple lines on the skin that can be itchy […]

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Fractional Radio Frequency Microneedling – The Jargon

This blog post will discuss how Radio Frequency is used to treat patients in tightening their skin, reducing stretchmarks, smoothing out cellulite, targeting fat, and even drastically reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Ink Illusions use the MicroDerm-RF device, using a combination of Fractional Radiofrequency (FRF) and micro-needling, to make you look younger and healthier again.We […]

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Why Clients Should Avoid Sun Exposure Following Scar & Stretch Mark Tattoo Camouflage

As a traditional tattoo artist, medical tattoo artist, or permanent makeup artist, it’s essential to tell your clients how to care for their skin properly after treatment, and perhaps even more so after scar and stretchmark tattoo camouflage. The nature of scar and stretchmark tattoo camouflage means that the area can look more “normal” than […]

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What is the inkless stretch mark removal camouflage treatment?

The Inkless Techique – the best stretch mark treatmentDid you know what 80-90% of women have stretch marks, and a large percentage of men also?  Most people think they are unable to remove of improve the appearance of their stretch marks, due to trying many methods of stretch mark removal, or thinking that it simply […]

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Brazilian Stretch Mark & Scar Camouflage Tattooing

You may have heard of “Brazilian” stretch mark tattoo camouflage – so what is the difference between this and traditional scar camouflage?Rodolpho Torres is the main reason why the Brazilian Stretch Mark & Scar Camouflage Tattooing technique for stretch mark and scar tattoo camouflage has gained popularity of the last few years.  There actually isn’t […]

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As a permanent makeup artist, should I tattoo stretch marks?

Stretch marks are a constant debate among artists. If an artist is willing to work on stretch marks, they must have a detailed discussion with their clients about the benefits versus the risks. You must have the conversation about winter skin versus summer skin and how often this area be exposed. The skin may be […]

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Stretch mark tattoo skin camouflage – what’s the fuss about?

In the last couple of years, Stretch Mark cover up tattooing has come more into the spotlight, thanks to Brazilian artist Rodolpho Torres and his protégés.  Treatment methods have really evolved since the skin camouflage treatment first emerged, leading to some great results.  With the right education and guidance, it is possible to successfully disguise […]

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All About Skin Tone Tattoo Colour

Skin camouflage micropigmentation for scars is not a new concept.  Nowadays there are many artists who specialise in this treatment and are often to referred to as medical tattooists or skin camouflage tattoo artists.  Micropigmentation and tattooing are on in the same thing – it is just semantics. Since Brazilian tattoo artist Rodolpho Torres emerged on the scene […]

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