Our permanent makeup artist will numb the area before and during your areola tattooing in Fort Collins. Most patients experience little to no discomfort.
Areola Tattooing Services in Fort Collins
Rebuild Confidence With Areola Tattooing
Losing a breast due to injury, illness, or cancer is often described as losing part of oneself, but what is missing is not identity; it is a sense of visual and emotional completeness. Where the Front Range rises under clear skies, and a soft breeze moves through cottonwoods, reconstruction can include details that foster a more familiar sense of self, such as areola tattooing in Fort Collins, CO.
At Xanadu Med Spa, nipple and areola tattooing is approached with intention and care. Our permanent makeup artist recreates natural-looking pigment and softens the appearance of surgical scars, helping you move forward with confidence. In a setting shaped by quiet treatment rooms, warm light, and a steady, unhurried pace, each visit is guided with attention so you can move forward in a way that feels considered and complete.
3D Areola Tattooing
Treatment Details
Is a Consultation Required?
Yes
Downtime
None
Sessions Needed
1 to 2
Results Duration
8 to 10 years or more
What It Supports
- Breast reconstruction appearance
- Scarring remediation
- Loss of confidence
Benefits of 3D Areola Tattooing
Natural look
3D areola tattoo techniques focus on layered shading and tone matching to create a realistic appearance that aligns with your skin tone and existing features.
no surgery
3D areola tattooing is noninvasive, requires minimal downtime, and promotes faster healing with easier aftercare.
confidence boost
Patients find that bringing back the look of their natural breast delivers a much-deserved sense of normalcy.
How It Works
During your consultation, our permanent makeup artist will talk through the details of the areola tattooing process and set clear, realistic expectations. The treated area is carefully assessed, including any existing nipple structure.
Through detailed shading, thoughtful color matching, and the option to enhance an existing nipple, this process can serve as a final step within breast reconstruction tattoo care, creating a result that appears balanced and natural.
Let’s Get Real
Taking the Filter Off of Medical Aesthetics
Episode 1
In our first episode, we talk real results and real passion, covering chemical peels, personalized care, and why educating patients is at the heart of what we do. No filters, just honest conversations about what makes medical aesthetics so rewarding.
What to Expect
Our permanent makeup artist will learn more about your medical history during your consultation. We’ll discuss your goals, visually examine your breasts, and create a custom color palette and approach based on your unique needs.
Tattooing takes 15 minutes to an hour, depending on whether both breasts will be treated and the amount of scar remediation desired. We’ll make sure your experience is as comfortable as possible.
Pre-Treatment Instructions
These instructions will help you achieve the best results with your 3D areola tattooing treatment.
Hydrate Well
Drinking plenty of water will help your skin remain hydrated. This allows the ink to absorb more easily.
Avoid Alcohol
Alcohol thins the blood, which can also thin the ink. This can fade the expected color of the areola tattoo.
Be Patient
Reconstruction scars should no longer be red. Tattooing over active healing can damage the skin’s cellular structure.
Post-Treatment Instructions
Here is how to get the most out of your 3D areola tattoo in Fort Collins, CO.
Wear Cotton
After the first day, switch to wearing a cotton t-shirt as a breathable bandage. Wear the non-stick pad whenever you wear a bra.
No Swimming
Stay away from swimming pools, bathtubs, and hot tubs until the area is fully healed. Showers are perfectly fine.
Don't Scratch
You’ll experience some itching and flaking, which is normal. To avoid any complications, do not scratch the area.
Meet Our Permanent Makeup Artist
Avery has long been interested in beauty and aesthetics. She began her training at The Aveda Institute Denver after graduating from high school early. Since completing her education in 2018, she has continued to build her knowledge through advanced certifications.
In early 2023, Avery expanded her focus to include permanent makeup and microblading. She later trained at the Housley Institute in Cincinnati, Ohio, where she studied paramedical tattooing techniques, including areola restoration. Her approach centers on thoughtful detail, steady technique, and creating a calm, supportive experience for each individual she works with.
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About Xanadu
When Xanadu was first purchased in 2015, we were a relaxing med spa that offered a handful of services. However, we quickly discovered that our clients were looking for more when it came to their beauty and health, and we took the opportunity to grow our skill set and add more technology to our services.
Now, Xanadu Med Spa offers the largest selection of services not just in Fort Collins, but in the North Denver Area. All to help our clients improve their lives and feel more confident every day.