Lip Treatments

A permanent makeup technique for the lips that enhances the beauty of the natural shape and colour, making the lips appear fuller and more youthful. We offer Sheer Lip Blush, HD Lip Blush and Dark Lip Neutralisation techniques. If you’re unsure which treatment is best for you, please contact us prior to booking and we’ll be happy to offer our guidance.

Please read the FAQs below before booking to ensure you are a suitable candidate for this treatment.

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Sheer Lip Blush

A soft wash of colour throughout the lips for a natural result. No harsh borders or outlines. Perfect for those who want a natural result. Lasts 1-3 years.

£350 | 4 Hours

£50 | 8-12 Week Touch Up

Please read the below FAQs before booking to ensure you are a suitable candidate for this treatment. If you’re still unsure whether you are suitable for your chosen treatment, please contact us prior to booking.

HD Lip Blush

A full saturation of colour to achieve a long-lasting full coverage result. Perfect for those looking to achieve a defined lipstick effect. Lasts 2-5+ years.

£350 | 4 Hours

£50 | 8-12 Week Touch Up

Please read the below FAQs before booking to ensure you are a suitable candidate for this treatment. If you’re still unsure whether you are suitable for your chosen treatment, please contact us prior to booking.

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Close-up of glossy pink lips with a natural shine.

Dark Lip Neutralisation

The process of using colour theory to lighten and brighten dark lip tissue. Clients with melanin rich skin (typically Fitzpatrick 4-6) may require neutralisation. Additional treatments may be required to achieve desired results. Lasts 1-3 years.

£350 | 4 Hours

£50 | 8-12 Week Touch Up

Please read the below FAQs before booking to ensure you are a suitable candidate for this treatment. If you’re still unsure whether you are suitable for your chosen treatment, please contact us prior to booking.

Colour Boost 1-3 Years (existing clients only)

You should return for a colour boost for your permanent makeup treatment every 1-3 years to refresh your colour and shape. The time frame will vary for each individual client depending on skin type and lifestyle. The pigment should be faded by at least 50%. If you are unsure whether or not you require a colour boost, please take a photo in natural lighting and contact us below.

£250 | 3 Hours

Please read the below FAQs before booking to ensure you are a suitable candidate for this treatment. If you’re still unsure whether you are suitable for your chosen treatment, please contact us prior to booking.

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Three bottles of pink liquid held in a gloved hand.

Lipstick Matching

If there is a specific lipstick shade you’d like to achieve, please bring it to your appointment! We’ll be happy to take a look and see if this is a good match for you. Please remember, your lip tissue and undertones will play a part in your end result.

When colour matching a lipstick, we’ll try to create a perfect match, however, everyone absorbs pigment differently, therefore, no two results are the same and healed results may vary slightly. We cannot guarantee the healed result will be a perfect match but we can definitely achieve a close match!

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Close-up of woman with smooth, natural-looking lips.
Glossy pink lips with natural makeup close-up view
Close-up of beautifully enhanced lips with nude colour and defined border from lip blush.
Close-up of glossy pink lips with natural texture and shine
Close-up of a person with lips smiling softly
Close-up of lips with natural pink lipstick and smooth texture
Close-up of glossy pink lips with a natural shine.
Close-up of glossy natural pink lips with smooth skin
Close-up of glossy pink lips with smooth skin texture.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Lip blush is a permanent makeup technique for the lips that enhances the beauty of the natural shape and colour, making the lips appear fuller and more youthful. Lip blush can give the illusion of fuller lips without having filler.

Dark Lip Neutralisation is the process of adding warmer tones to cool or dark-toned lips. This creates a natural, even, and subtle colour once healed. Specialist pigments are chosen to create the correct colour palette for our clients lip undertones and skin tone. This is especially important during the first treatment before we add more of the clients target colour during the top up. Some clients may require additional treatments to achieve desired results. This technique additionally defines the outlines of the lips for a fuller and more symmetrical appearance.

HD effect is a full coverage lipstick effect. This result enables us to fully saturate the lips with pigment, leaving a longer lasting, defined and full coverage result! Sheer is a subtle and natural effect. This technique provides a wash of colour over the lips leaving a soft and borderless finish once healed. This effect is best for those who prefer a natural look. Please get in touch if you’re unsure which type of lip blush you’d prefer. We’ll be very happy to offer our guidance!

Yes, absolutely! Specialist pigments are chosen to create the correct colour palette for our clients lip undertones and skin tone. We have a huge range of pigments to choose from which can be mixed to create a tailored colour mix for each client. If there is a specific lipstick shade you’d like to achieve, we’ll be happy to take a look and see if this is possible for you! Please remember, lip undertones and skin tone can play a part in your end result! When colour matching a lipstick, we’ll try to create a perfect match, however, everyone absorbs pigment differently, therefore, no two results are the same and healed results may vary slightly! Results will typically look 40-50% brighter immediately after treatment.

Yes, absolutely! Lip blush and lip filler together can create a perfect combo! If you’ve recently had a lip filler treatment, you must wait at least one month before having lip blush.

This technique is created with a tattoo machine similarly to a traditional tattoo, however pixelated dots are tattooed into the epidermis to create a permanent makeup pixelated effect. These small dots allow colour to gradually build up to reveal a more natural looking result.

Some clients swell more than others, whilst some don’t swell at all! Swelling is only a temporary side effect and usually goes down by the next morning! For some clients, this can sometimes last up to 48 hours.

These techniques can typically last anywhere from 1 to 5 + years. The retention will depend on a number of factors, such as lifestyle, skin type, sun exposure, health conditions, medications etc. A colour boost is recommended every 1-3 years to enhance the shape and colour.

This technique is great for any skin type however please read our policy to make sure you are suitable before booking.

Pain is relative, however the procedure itself shouldn’t be painful. During the procedure, an ointment can be applied to help minimise pain and discomfort.

For some treatments, a patch test may be required at least 48 hours before your treatment. Providing no adverse reactions take place, we will be happy to proceed with your treatment. Failure to complete a patch test before your appointment could result in your appointment being cancelled and the loss of your booking fee. I understand that a patch test for pigment does not guarantee that I will not have an allergic response as well as anaesthetics. I am aware that an allergic response is rare and accept full responsibility if an allergic response occurs. A reaction can happen with or without a patch test on a very rare occurrence.

Some clients may require a touch up after the initial treatment. Touch up appointments are to be completed within 8-12 weeks from the initial treatment. The touch up cannot be performed earlier than 8 weeks after the initial treatment as we need to wait for the area to fully heal before making any adjustments. Some individuals may require additional touch ups due to lifestyle, skin type, poor aftercare and other factors. We are not responsible for poor pigment retention or poor aftercare and these actions may result in needing further touch ups. Touch ups are not included in the price of the treatment and are chargeable.

Having any type of permanent makeup or fine line tattoo treatment is a safe process as long as you adhere to the policy and instructions provided. You should always do your research and choose the right artist for your needs.

There is no definitive answer as to whether we can offer a cover up as this is dependent on the shape, colour and positioning of the previous work. If you have badly-performed permanent makeup, you may need to opt for a removal procedure first. Please contact us to arrange a consultation first.

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If you suffer with a condition listed, this doesn’t automatically mean you are not suitable to undergo the treatment. However, in some circumstances you may be required to have a consultation with your GP prior to the treatment. If you are currently taking medication and/or still unsure whether you are suitable for your chosen treatment, please contact us at info@aliciadowlingstudio.com prior to booking and we’ll be happy to assist you further. Failure to disclose information may be detrimental to your health and safety during the treatment. There are several risks from withholding information which include, an increased risk of infection, bleeding, compromising the end results and risking further complications, poor healing or scarring.