Faux Freckles Tattoo
Faux freckles give you natural-looking beauty marks placed exactly where you want them. Amber maps placement, size and shade with you before any pigment is used.
Natural Faux Freckles Mapped to Your Face
A faux freckles tattoo is a type of permanent makeup that creates natural-looking beauty marks on your face. Amber, KRIDO’s permanent makeup expert, maps each freckle with you so the pattern and shade look like they have always been there. The result lasts one to three years.
Permanent makeup, also called cosmetic tattooing or micropigmentation, implants pigment into the skin to mimic the look of makeup or natural features. For faux freckles, Amber places small dots across the nose, cheeks or wherever you want them, matching your skin tone and the look you are going for.
A topical numbing cream is applied before the procedure. Most clients describe the sensation as light pressure or mild scratching.
What to Expect at Your Consultation
Every permanent makeup appointment starts with a consultation. Amber looks at your skin and facial features, then maps placement, size and shade with you. You see exactly what the freckles will look like before any pigment is used.
The final quote is set at the consultation. Typical faux freckles start at $150, depending on the number of freckles and the area covered. Once you book, the studio calls you to confirm whether you want just the consultation or a treatment the same day.
You must be 18 or older for permanent makeup. A $100 deposit is required to hold your treatment appointment and is applied to your final price.

How Many Sessions You Will Need
Most clients need one main session and one touch-up five to six weeks later. The touch-up allows Amber to fill in any areas where pigment did not fully retain and to adjust the pattern or shade if needed. In some cases, more than two sessions are needed. Amber confirms your session plan at the consultation.
Annual refreshers help maintain vibrancy as the pigment fades naturally over time.
Healing and Aftercare
The faux freckles will appear slightly darker in the first few days. As your skin heals over 7 to 14 days, the color softens and settles into its true shade.
Avoid picking, sweating heavily or getting the area wet during the healing period. Do not use makeup or skincare products on the treated area until healing is complete. Amber gives you detailed aftercare instructions at your appointment.
Results typically last one to three years, depending on your skin type, lifestyle and how well you follow aftercare.
Preparing for Your Appointment
Avoid alcohol, blood thinners like aspirin or fish oil, and excessive sun exposure for at least 48 hours before your appointment. Come with a clean face. If you have a reference photo of the freckle pattern you like, bring it along.
The studio reviews your health history at the consultation. Permanent makeup may not be suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if you have active skin infections, uncontrolled diabetes or certain other conditions.
I had a consultation at Krido Wellness and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Kristina, the owner, sat down with me beforehand to really talk through what I was looking for. She was so kind, thoughtful, and clearly knows her craft. I felt completely comfortable and confident walking out of there. I’m already booked to come back at the end of the month for permanent makeup and couldn’t be more excited. Highly recommend if you’re looking for someone who genuinely listens and cares about getting it right.
Leslie Alessandra, Google review

Why KRIDO for Faux Freckles
KRIDO Wellness is a permanent makeup and aesthetics studio in downtown St. Petersburg. Amber Polacek, our permanent makeup expert, has 30 years of esthetics experience. She maps every faux freckles pattern to suit your features and the look you want.
The consultation is personal guidance from the specialist who does the work. You leave with a plan and a price you can trust.
5/5 Stars. KRIDO Wellness is awesome. I’d recommend them for facials, fat reduction/skin tightening for your body or face, and even permanent make up. Kristina, the owner, is absolutely incredible and truly cares so much about KRIDO, her team, and her clients. Both women and men would be happy they checked out KRIDO Wellness in Downtown St Pete.
Chase Shelly, Google review
Downtown St. Petersburg Location
KRIDO is on the second floor of IMAGE Studios at 11 7th St N, Suite 220, in downtown St. Petersburg. Free three-hour parking is right in front on 7th Street North, with additional free two-hour parking along Central Avenue North.
We serve St. Petersburg, Gulfport, South Pasadena, Pinellas Park, St Pete Beach, Treasure Island, Madeira Beach, Seminole and the surrounding Pinellas County area. Hours are Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM, by appointment. Call or text 727-513-3925.
Book Your Faux Freckles Consultation
Start with a consultation where Amber assesses your skin and maps the faux freckles with you. You see the placement and shade before any pigment is used. Book your appointment at kridowellness.com/book.
Frequently asked questions
What is a faux freckles tattoo?
A faux freckles tattoo is a form of permanent makeup that creates natural-looking beauty marks on your face. Amber uses micropigmentation to implant pigment into the skin, mimicking the look of real freckles. Results last one to three years.
Does getting faux freckles hurt?
Most clients experience minimal discomfort. A topical numbing cream is applied before the procedure. Sensitivity varies by person, but most describe the sensation as light pressure or mild scratching.
How long do faux freckles last?
Faux freckles typically last one to three years, depending on your skin type, lifestyle and aftercare. Annual refreshers help maintain the color as it naturally fades over time.
How many sessions will I need for faux freckles?
Most clients need one main session and one touch-up five to six weeks later. The touch-up lets Amber perfect the pattern and fill in any areas where pigment did not fully retain. Some clients need more sessions; Amber confirms your plan at the consultation.
What is the healing process like after faux freckles?
The freckles may appear darker in the first few days. As your skin heals over 7 to 14 days, the color softens to its true shade. Avoid picking, sweating heavily or getting the area wet during healing.
How much do faux freckles cost at KRIDO?
Faux freckles typically start at $150. The final quote is set at your consultation and depends on the number of freckles and the area covered. A $100 deposit is required and is applied to your treatment.
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