In Person Beginners | Lip Tattoo Course

Foundations of Cosmetic Tattooing
Everything starts here. You’ll build a thorough understanding of cosmetic tattooing — what it is, how it works, and the professional standards required to perform it safely and confidently.

Clinical Hygiene & Safety
Master the non-negotiables. Understand infection control, cross-contamination prevention, and the clinical hygiene standards required to operate a safe and professional cosmetic tattoo practice.

Colour Theory & Pigment Swatching
Understand how pigments interact, cancel, neutralise, and enhance each other. Learn the colour wheel, Hue, Saturation and Value, and how to swatch pigments accurately so you can predict results before you start.

Anatomy of Lip Skin
Lip skin is unique — and understanding it is what separates average results from exceptional ones. Learn how lip tissue is structured, how pigment behaves differently in lips compared to other areas of the face, and how this affects your technique, depth, and colour choices.

Skin Types, Undertones & The Fitzpatrick Scale
Learn to identify warm, cool and neutral undertones with confidence. Understand how different skin types and Fitzpatrick classifications behave under the needle, and how to adapt your approach for every client.

Pigment Selection, Colour Correction & Removal
Dive deep into pigment selection for lips — base tones, warm tones and cool tones. Learn swatching, colour correction principles, and when to correct versus remove. You’ll finish with a clear, confident understanding of the full client treatment journey.

Lip Mapping, Shaping & Asymmetry Correction
Master the art of precise lip mapping. Learn how to measure, proportion and design the perfect lip shape for each individual client — and how to identify and correct asymmetry before you ever pick up the machine. A perfectly mapped lip is the foundation of every great result.

The Tattoo Machine & Needles
Get to know your machine inside and out. Understand needle types, configurations, and how to select the right needle for different lip techniques and skin types.

Pain Relief & Numbing
Learn how and when to apply numbing products safely and effectively for lip treatments, and how to manage client comfort throughout the procedure.
Needles, Angles, Machine Speed & Pressure
Develop the technical precision that defines professional results. Learn the correct angles, speed and pressure settings for lip skin to achieve smooth, even, long-lasting pigment saturation.

Lip Tattoo Techniques
Learn the three most popular techniques:
∙ Lipstick finish
∙ Sheer lips
∙ Lip blush
Understand when and how to apply each one. You will leave knowing how to work confidently across a full range of clients and skin tones.

Posture & Ergonomics
Learn how to position yourself and your client correctly for precision, comfort, and sustainability. Good posture protects your body and improves the quality of your work.

Practical Application — Practice Skin
Before working on a live model, you’ll practise your technique on soft balloon and plain latex practice skin, building muscle memory, control and confidence in a low-pressure environment.

Demonstration, Assessment & The Framework
Work through live demonstrations with Kirsty and be assessed on your technique. Learn the professional framework that underpins every great lip treatment — from setup to finish.

Professional Discernment & Signature Methods
Learn how to make confident, informed decisions in the treatment room. Understand when to proceed, when to pause, and how to apply Kirsty’s signature methods to achieve consistently beautiful lip results.

Operational Essentials & Mandatory Requirements
Understand the legal, professional and operational requirements of running a cosmetic tattoo business — from mandatory compliance to the tools and systems that keep your practice running smoothly.