Areola restoration tattooing is a powerful and artistic way to reclaim confidence, wholeness, and body autonomy after breast surgery. Whether you’re post-mastectomy, post-reconstruction, or seeking enhancement for any reason — this checklist will help you decide if now is the right time.

You might be a candidate if you can say “YES” to one or more of the following:

Mastectomy (single or double)

➢ Breast reconstruction surgery

➢ Breast reduction or augmentation with significant scarring

➢ Areola loss or fading due to surgery, trauma, or genetics

Your skin at the site is fully healed

➢ It’s been at least 4–6 months since your last surgery or radiation

➢ There are no open wounds, infections, or active skin conditions

You’ve received medical clearance (if needed):

➢ Especially if you are post-cancer treatment, your care team has cleared you for non-invasive

tattooing

You’re ready emotionally and mentally:

➢ You feel emotionally prepared to take the next step in your healing journey

➢ You want to feel more “yourself” again and reclaim your sense of body confidence

You’re seeking:

➢ Natural-looking areolas through artistic tattooing or love hearts

➢ A 3D illusion of nipple and areola (if nipples weren’t reconstructed)

➢ Restoration, not just aesthetics — but empowerment

You may not be a candidate right now if:

➢ You are still undergoing treatment (chemo, radiation, recent surgery)

➢ You have compromised skin at the tattoo site

➢ You are pregnant or breastfeeding (tattooing is not advised during this time)

WHAT’S NEXT?

Found yourself nodding “YES” to most of these? You might be ready for areola restoration tattooing.

Click below to book your consultation — no pressure, just information and support 💗💗