COSMETIC TATTOOIST .com
(Proudly servicing the bayside region, Melbourne, Victoria Australia)

About Me

Hi my name is Andrea Darby, I have always had a natural artistic flair with a passion for antique restorations, painting, interior design, and fashion design, and I have worked professionally in many artistic fields. I have also completed formal education in anatomy and physiology, biology and sociology. Three years of formal study in Art and Design have given me a deeper understanding of colour and shape to the benefit of my Cosmetic Tattooing clients.

Qualifications

I first completed my Diploma in Beauty therapy in 1985, and later I am proud to say I initially underwent formal training in Cosmetic Tattooing at the Permanent Beauty Centre under the expert tuition of Sandra Bowers who is regarded by many as the best instructor in the industry.

I have successfully completed advanced training in cosmetic tattooing including;

• Pain management

• Advanced Full Lip

• Hair like stroke eyebrows

• Problem solving

• Pain Control Safety & Effectiveness (American Academy of Micropigmentation)

• Specialised training in the Rejuvi Tattoo Removal Procedure.

I have also successfully completed advanced training in Para-Medical Tattooing with one of Australia's most experienced Instructors Suzanne Rennison who practices in close consultation with plastic surgeons at the Melbourne Institute of Plastic Surgery.

I have also undergone extensive personal study and consultation into;

• Clinical hygiene

• Standards for the prevention of cross infection

• Advanced eyebrow design techniques

• Specialised cosmetic tattooing techniques

• Vocational education course design

• Use of technology and multimedia to enhance student knowledge retention

• Skin colour and pigment colour interactions

• Contraindications for and absolute preclusions from cosmetic tattooing

• Video microscopy for instructional use

I am a certified Workplace Trainer with the Victorian Registrations and Qualifications Authority TAA40104. Training and Assessment Cert No: 12372

Current Research

My current research focus is into quantifiable assessment and predictive colour changes post cosmetic tattooing, with the intent of expanding on my work with the Virtual Pigment Mixer© as presented in Module 3,  page 18, of my CT-AIVEP training program. A highly simplified example of the VPM© can be viewed on my colours page.

Also I am actively involved in developing new techniques for 3D simulative design for paramedical cosmetic tattooing clients, this is of particular benefit for nipple colouring in post mastectomy patients after reconstructive surgery.

Philosophy of Practice

I use single use sterile disposable needles and wherever possible single use sterile disposable medical supplies in all procedures. My technique has also been assessed by a Registered Nurse to ensure that I am following best practice and complying with recommended guidelines for infection prevention.

My salon has current approvals from, and is registered with, our local health authority.

I meet, and in many instances exceed, the relevant state and local health guidelines.

~ Inside My Salon ~

Because it is a long lasting procedure I do my very best to provide clients with the information that they need to make an informed choice about Cosmetic Tattooing. My philosophy is simple I want all my clients to feel comfortable, safe and happy with the finished result of their chosen procedure.

Contact

Andrea Darby - Specialist Cosmetic Tattooist

For an Appointment Phone: 0423 230 740

 http://www.CosmeticTattooist.com
 

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