I started experimenting with makeup from a very young age. Every day I would practice new styles and techniques and I loved discovering all the different ways I could make my face look, just by adding certain shadow and lines. During high school, I took multiple drafting courses, which is where I developed a love for understanding shapes and symmetry. I decided to combine my two passions and start a career in cosmetic tattooing. As a cosmetic tattoo artist, my greatest passion is to help women boost their confidence and self-esteem. I am a perfectionist and enjoy working patiently and meticulously to produce unbeatable, natural-looking permanent makeup.
In 2018 I pioneered my very own world-renowned "Dark Lip Neutralization" technique. I was one the first to be offering a successful and authentic "neutralizing" tattoo service to women of color, while other artists said it was impossible to do. I used my experience in working with difficult skin and my in-depth knowledge of color theory to bring this brand new capability to the permanent makeup industry.
Proud of the international training and experience I have received, I have learned the most innovative techniques to enhance your natural beauty.
COSMETIC TATTOO ARTIST & FOUNDER
TESS MARTI
COSMETIC TATTOO ARTIST
MICAH SOLYLO
My love affair with lip color started as a very young girl when my favorite thing to do at my grandma’s house was to try on all of her lipsticks. This love grew to include all makeup as I spent a lot of my free time watching makeup tutorials on YouTube and following along trying to perfect my skill. I still love to play with makeup; to me it’s fun “me time” when I can relax and be creative.
Second to my love of all things “makeup” is my passion for the gym. In 2018 I decided to pursue certification as a personal trainer to help others feel good in their skin. Working together with people and sharing their goals and accomplishments is a fulfilling journey for me.
As a personal trainer I saw results in small increments over time. The idea of seeing results immediately and directly as an outcome of my hard work as a Lip Blush artist is addicting. I’ve carefully followed Tess’s guidance, absorbed her knowledge and practiced her techniques.
My approach is first to listen to what you want, collaborate with you on the shape and gorgeous colors that are naturally “you”, and make the magic happen in a calm, patient, meticulous manner. I will not rush the process as I’m an extreme perfectionist and every tiny detail matters. I know that I’ve found my passion when work doesn’t feel like work and every day I walk into the studio excited for another day.
