About Our Work
Getting a tattoo is usually private. For our patients, it’s often a family moment—the final step after surgery, healing, and recovery. We exist to help survivors feel whole again.
A Different Kind of Studio
We focus on restoring color, balance, and confidence after breast reconstruction. Color is only one piece; scar behavior, skin history, and realism matter just as much.
During a mastectomy, surgeons typically remove the nipple–areola complex (NAC). While a nipple can be surgically reconstructed, the natural areola pigmentation cannot. That’s where restorative tattooing completes the picture.
Depending on your reconstruction, we either add soft, customized color around a surgically created nipple, or we create a 3D areola illusion when no nipple is present. It’s a small detail with a profound impact.
The Evolution of Restorative Tattooing
This specialty has grown quickly. Early on, coloring was often performed in medical offices with limited artistic technique, and results could fade or look flat. Today, trained restorative artists combine artistry, clinical understanding, and compassion to achieve natural, lasting outcomes.
- Advanced color theory tailored to undertone and Fitzpatrick type
- Precise needle configurations and depth control for soft realism
- Professional-grade pigments selected for consistency and safety
We use Waverly Tattoo Ink—chosen for its consistent performance and clean ingredient profile. Your artist will discuss pigment choices and aftercare in detail before treatment.
What to Expect: A Two-Stage Process
Session One — Foundation
We map size, placement, and tone, then lay a soft foundation of color. A topical numbing cream is used for comfort. Expect mild redness for a day or two.
Session Two — Detail & Depth
About 45 days later, once the skin has recovered, we refine shading, highlights, and texture to create gentle depth and realism.
Healing Timeline
In the first week, the area may look deeper in color and slightly inflamed. Around days 7–10, light peeling reveals the final, softer tone. We provide simple aftercare and are available for any questions.
For Students & Technicians
Before working with patients, technicians need a solid artistic and clinical foundation. Our online course introduces the essentials—skin behavior, color theory, safety, and workflow. It’s the ideal start, and it prepares you for effective hands-on training with a qualified instructor.
A Note from Jeanine
Enjoy this new journey into restorative tattooing.
— Jeanine McTasney