Is Learning On An IPL Machine Still Relevant In 2026?

Is Learning On An IPL Machine Still Relevant In 2026?

Is learning on an IPL machine still relevant in 2026? Short answer – yeah, but only if you get a handle on where it fits into your practice, what it can really do, and most importantly, how to use it safely and with professionalism. I’m Olha Po, owner of Cosmetic Tattoo Studio Melbourne Face Figurati,…

Can A Massage Fix Facial Asymmetry?

Can A Massage Fix Facial Asymmetry?

“Can a massage fix facial asymmetry?” is one of the questions I hear over and over again at The Facial Hub – usually mumbled mid-treatment. At the same time, someone glances over at their reflection under that soft glow of the lights. And I get it – we’ve all done that – noticed that one…

Does PMU Experience Make Fine Lines Easier?

Does PMU Experience Make Fine Lines Easier?

Does PMU experience make fine lines easier? Absolutely, and I can vouch for that – as someone who’s spent almost 10 years tattooing faces at Face Figurati, I can say that the overlap between cosmetic tattooing, permanent makeup and fine line tattooing is much more straightforward than people often think. I’m Olha Po, and if…

How To Get 100% Clear Skin?

How To Get 100% Clear Skin?

Getting straight to the heart of how to get 100% clear skin? I want to start with something I say over and over in my treatment room: clear skin is far from perfect – it’s about finding your skin’s balance, being patient and having a routine that actually shows some respect to your skin’s barrier.…

How Many Needles Are Used for a Fine Line Tattoo?

How Many Needles Are Used for a Fine Line Tattoo?

How many needles for a fine line tattoo? It’s one of those questions we get asked all the time in the studio — usually from first-timers who have scrolled through endless Instagram reels of fine line designs before finally deciding to book in. The short answer? It depends. The long answer (and the one that…

What Are the Warning Signs of Poor Microblading?

What Are the Warning Signs of Poor Microblading?

When people ask me, “What are the warning signs of poor microblading?” at Cosmetic Tattoo Studio Melbourne Face Figurati, I know they’re either about to start their microblading eyebrows journey or already nursing a brow disaster. I’m Olha Po, and after years of repairing botched brows, I can spot a microblading mishap long before the…

Why is my lash line tattoo gone wrong?

Why is my lash line tattoo gone wrong?

So you’re searching “why is my lash line tattoo gone wrong?” and you’re either looking at an uneven line, experiencing some scary swelling or wondering why that gorgeous subtle enhancement you were promised looks like… well, not that. First off: you’re not alone and you’re not overreacting. As a cosmetic tattooist in Melbourne since 2016,…

Why Is Kakadu National Park in Danger? Threats & Solutions

Why Is Kakadu National Park in Danger? Threats & Solutions

Kakadu National Park, one of Australia’s most precious heritage sites, is facing increasing threats that put its natural values, cultural values and biodiversity at risk. Located in the Northern Territory, this big block of wetlands, rivers and rocky outcrops is home to millions of waterbirds, endemic species and native species. It’s also a sacred land…

Disadvantages of Permanent Makeup: Risks and Considerations

Disadvantages of Permanent Makeup: Risks and Considerations

Permanent makeup, or cosmetic tattooing, is a popular solution for those looking for a long term solution to enhance their natural beauty. From eyeliner tattoo in Melbourne to lip tattoo, these treatments save time and effort and give you a polished look without the daily makeup routine. But like with any semi-permanent makeup solution, permanent…