What Is 3D Areola & Nipple Restorative Tattooing?
Definition:
Areola and nipple tattooing is a specialized form of micropigmentation in which organic pigments are gently layered into the skin to create the realistic appearance of a natural areola and nipple. This advanced technique supports visual restoration following breast surgery or gender-affirming care.
Hyperrealistic Areola & Nipple Tattooing
at With Love, Dr. Julie
Why Working with Dr. Julie is Different:​​​
Areola and nipple tattooing is never just a procedure. It is a deeply personal experience, held with care and intention. The focus is not only on the artistry, but on how you feel while receiving it. From the warmth of the space to the way you are welcomed, every detail is shaped to bring comfort to your body, your breath, and your heart. A moment where you are gently witnessed. Whether you are preparing for this journey or standing beside someone you love, you are invited into an experience that honors all that has been endured, and creates space for what is unfolding now.
Research Studies Show Profound Benefits Of
Restorative Medical Tattooing For Breast Cancer Survivors
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Studies show that restorative medical tattooing, including nipple and areola tattooing, helps breast cancer survivors with body image, anxiety, and emotional recovery. This process not only restores physical features but also provides psychological benefits, including improved body image, reduced anxiety, and a renewed sense of normalcy.
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Medical tattooing offers closure, helps survivors reconnect with their bodies, and enhances emotional well-being. It’s a powerful, symbolic act of strength and resilience, supporting the overall healing journey. ​Key Studies:​ Henseler & Spear (2017): Found that nipple-areola complex tattooing improved psychological well-being for breast cancer survivors. University of Central Florida (2023): Demonstrated that medical tattooing reduces body-image distress and mental health symptoms in breast cancer survivors.
Areola & Nipple Restoration
​​​Procedure By Julie Bartholomew, MD
Photo taken immediately after procedure; will heal less red.
Where Beauty Becomes Ritual, and Healing is Held With Precision, Artistry, and Deep Presence.
What clients are sharing?
“Life changing.”
-Sarah