Eyebrow Tattoo Course Melbourne

An eyebrow tattoo course (sometimes called a brows course, eyebrow training or cosmetic tattoo course) is a structured program that teaches you the art and science of semi-permanent makeup. You’ll learn how to use tattoo machines, how pigments interact with skin and how to safely create ombré brows, combination brows or even nano hairstrokes using advanced micro-pigmentation technology.

A proper eyebrows course is not just about picking up a tattoo machine — it’s about professional hygiene, infection control and mastering eyebrow design and brow mapping. In Melbourne, most training courses are designed for beginners and beauty professionals alike, offering a mix of online courses and in-studio practice at a certified training centre.

Why invest in a certified tattoo training course instead of self-teaching? Here are the real benefits:

• Compliance with infection control standards: You’ll learn procedures for S skin penetration and meet the council’s requirements with an official infection control certificate.
• Professional confidence: Graduates walk away with a certificate of completion — and the skills to back it up.
• Income growth: Cosmetic tattoos are in demand. In Melbourne, brow tattooing services average $500-$1,200 per client.
• Career versatility: Add services to your salon, become a freelance cosmetic tattooist or even specialise in male brows.

$8 billion beauty industry in Australia, cosmetic tattooing is one of the top growing sectors. An eyebrow course gives you more than skills — it gives you a career.

Most eyebrow courses in Melbourne are beginner-friendly. Whether you’re a makeup artist, beauty therapist or completely new to the industry, you can start as long as you’re committed to professionalism and hygiene.

Typical requirements include:

• 18+
• Good communication and design skills
• Passion for beauty and precision
• Completion of HLTINF005 Maintain Infection Prevention for Skin Penetration Treatments (or willing to do it during the course)

Some training providers may also require students to complete a short infection control unit before the course starts to comply with local health codes.

An eyebrow tattoo course in Melbourne is suitable for:

• Brow stylists wanting to move beyond tinting, threading or waxing.
• Makeup artists want to add cosmetic tattoos to their service menu.
• Barbers and male grooming specialists want to master male brows.
• Beauty professionals wanting to specialise in semi-permanent makeup.
• Career changers from any industry who want a flexible, creative career.

One of my students was a retail manager who changed careers after doing the course – she now runs her own studio.

During your eyebrow training, you won’t just watch demonstrations — you’ll move through a structured learning journey that takes you from theory to practice, with plenty of hands-on time. Here’s what’s covered in detail:

• Skin analysis: You’ll learn how skin type, tone and texture affect pigment retention. Oily skin heals differently from dry skin, and mature clients may need a gentler approach.
• Brow mapping and design: Using golden ratio methods, brow rulers and string mapping, you’ll create symmetrical designs tailored to each client’s face structure.
• Machine tools and cartridges: Confidence comes from practice. You’ll use a cosmetic tattoo machine, swap needle cartridges and understand depth, speed and stroke control.
• Tattoo techniques: From soft ombre powder brows to crisp nano hairstrokes and blended combination brows, you’ll practice the styles clients ask for most.
• Colour theory: Pigments are tricky — what looks perfect on the day may heal ashier, warmer or cooler. You’ll master colour correction and undertone matching to get predictable results.
• Client consultation: Cosmetic tattoos are personal. You’ll learn how to set realistic expectations, explain healing timelines and build trust from the first meeting.
• Aftercare and healing: The work doesn’t stop when the machine switches off. I’ll show you how to give clear aftercare instructions that maximise retention and reduce touch-ups.

And because theory only goes so far, you’ll practice in stages:

• Practice skins: This is where you build muscle memory, test pressure, and refine technique without the stress of a live client.
• Live models: Under supervision, you’ll work on real brows. This is where confidence clicks — when you see your design heal beautifully on someone who’s trusted you with their face.

One of my favourite moments is watching a student go from nervous to proud after their first healed brow tattoo. That transformation in skill is exactly what this course is built for.

Tattooing isn’t just about design — it’s about safety. In Victoria, cosmetic tattooing is regulated as an S skin penetration procedure.

Your course will include:

• Infection Control Certificate (HLTINF005) guidance.
• Infection control standards — PPE, machine wrapping and sterilisation.
• Council requirements for being a professional tattoo artist.

You can’t work without this, so it’s essential that the training is compliant.

Modules are a mix of theory and practice. Here’s what you can expect:

A good eyebrow training course includes a professional kit so you can practice and start working straight away. A typical permanent makeup kit contains:

• Cosmetic tattoo machine
• Tattoo machines and cartridges
• Pigments for light, medium and dark skin tones
• Mapping tools (brow ruler, callipers, eyebrow threading roll)
• Numbing cream and aftercare products
• Disposable hygiene tools
• Training manual with visual recording guides

These professional kits mean you can practice at home after your training date and start working on real clients straight after certification.

I’m Olha Po, and I’ll be your course trainer. As a licensed Cosmetic Tattoo Artist and founder of Face Figurati Melbourne, I’ve been specialising in cosmetic tattoos since 2016. My training centre is all about hands-on learning with live models, not just theory.

You’ll get personal feedback on every stroke, learn how to handle common client concerns and gain insights from my years in permanent makeup. I always say: if you can fix a patchy ombre brow on a nervous first-time client, you can handle anything in this industry.

On completion of the course, you’ll receive a certificate of completion stating your skills in eyebrow tattooing, eyebrow mapping and infection control.

Most Melbourne training providers (including Face Figurati) also help students complete the infection control certificate (HLTINF005) required by Victorian councils for any skin penetration services. This means you’ll be legally compliant and recognised as a professional cosmetic tattooist.

The beauty of completing an eyebrow course is the flexibility:

• Work in a salon, spa or brow bar
• Start your own permanent makeup studio
• Travel as a mobile tattoo artist (popular in regional areas)
• Specialise in male brows, ombre powder tattooing or nano hairstrokes
• Become a trainer yourself after gaining more experience

With services averaging $500-$1,200, many students cover their full course cost within their first 10 clients. Add in repeat bookings for touch-ups and you’ve got a sustainable long-term career.