My name is Cori Ryan, and I am a cosmetic tattoo artist and educator in the NYC area, specializing in natural-looking results that subtly enhance your features. Whether you're interested in a soft lip stain, fuller eyebrows, or a bit of eyeliner, my goal is to create permanent cosmetic results that feel completely you—just a little bit MORE.
I focus on giving you the best experience not just while you are in my NYC studio, but also as you live with the results of my services long after your appointment. It is important to me to take the time to understand what you're looking for and make sure we create something that fits your unique style. I follow the ethical standards I have set for myself (and my students!) to ensure your results will age well.
Utilizing advanced color theory and pigment science, I have developed my own unique approach to permanent cosmetics to ensure stable color, not just when the result is fresh but also when it is healed and as it ages in your skin.
Your long-term cosmetic tattoo result is my top priority as an artist, and I want you to leave feeling confident about your permanent makeup. Let’s work together to bring out your best self.
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NATURAL COSMETIC TATTOOING & ENHANCEMENTS
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My artist background has helped me develop a unique approach to permanent cosmetics. I do not follow many trends and standard practices. While many artists focus on mapping, measuring, and selecting pigments based on traditional makeup, I take a more holistic approach. Every cosmetic tattoo I create considers not only the pigment color and the design but also the universal elements and principles of art, ensuring that the outcome is in true harmony with your overall look.
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Why Cori Ryan is NYC's top choice for permanent make up
When I first started in cosmetic tattooing in NYC, I followed the guidance of more experienced artists, and like many others, I relied on conventional methods. Within my first year, it became clear that the traditional way of approaching these permanent makeup services was not working for clients long-term. The results may have looked beautiful when they were fresh. Still, a year later, the colors had shifted unnaturally, the lines had spread in the skin, the fading was uneven and patchy, and it was obvious at first glance what was a tattoo compared to what was real - but worst of all, many of those results were impossible for me to correct properly.
It became my mission as a permanent cosmetic artist to find new, ethical ways to approach the services so the clients could experience the benefits of cosmetic tattooing long term. I wanted to create natural-looking results that could be easily maintained over the years with mild touch-ups and without odd color shifting.
Benefits of cosmetic tattooing
- You’ve overplucked your eyebrows or had a bad waxing or threading experience, and the hairs never grew back the same.
- The borders of your lips have faded and appear smaller than they used to.
- Your eyelashes are fine or sparse, and without mascara, you feel like your eyes lack definition.
- You've experienced hair loss due to chemotherapy, hormonal changes after pregnancy, or alopecia and have lost your eyebrows completely.
- Dark areas on your lips are overpowering the natural pink or peach tones you'd prefer.
- You want to wake up looking a little more polished and put together—without needing to apply makeup each day.
Cosmetic tattooing is about enhancing your natural beauty in a way that’s low-maintenance, natural-looking, and designed to fit your lifestyle. If any of these scenarios sound like you, we can discuss how this service might help you feel more confident every day.
Book your permanent make up appointment today!
Services like lip blushing, eyebrow tattoos, permanent eyeliner in NYC and more can immensely help enhance your existing features. Since beginning to develop my own approach in 2019, not only have I been able to test and develop new methods, I have had the privilege of working with amazing long-term clients, and I have been thrilled to see their enhancements age beautifully. When they return for their annual touch-ups, it is so rewarding to see how their brows, lips, and lash line enhancements have aged as I anticipated, with natural-looking color retention and no unwanted changes.
If you are ready to experience the benefits of ethical cosmetic tattooing, look at my services to learn more about how we can enhance your natural beauty safely and sustainably. If you live in NYC and want the best cosmetic tattoo artist to perform a permanent makeup or cosmetic service, book your appointment now.
Cori is seriously amazing and she is so knowledgeable in her craft. I consulted with her about her lip blushing and powder brows services and after discussing my options, choosing to move forward was such an easy decision. She gave valid input, was incredibly professional and helped make the appointment very enjoyable. I felt very comfortable with her as she made the entire process a collaborative. She truly took my requests to heart and helped achieve what I was going for. I would recommend Cori to anyone. The studio was clean and a very welcoming environment as well. If I could give her 10 stars I would. Thank you so much, Cori! I absolutely loveeee my cosmetic tattoos!
- Natascha R.
Cori is the kindest and most talented cosmetic tattoo artist in NYC! From the moment I walked in, the environment was so peaceful and calming. She is incredibly easy to talk to, genuinely kind, and makes the entire experience feel effortless.
She is a true expert in lip blushing and brows—her artistry is unmatched! She has an incredible eye for choosing the perfect color to complement your features, and you’ll never have to worry about gray brows (which was one of my biggest fears). My results are absolutely stunning—I’m genuinely obsessed with my brows and lips!!!
- ALYSSA B.
I’ve been a client of Cori’s for several years, and her expertise continues to impress me. She has a deep understanding of color theory and pigment composition and her work is flawless. My lips always look so beautiful and natural. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone seeking a skilled and knowledgeable professional in the field.
- bella n.
The whole experience is fantastic from start to finish. Cori is meticulous in all aspects, from the consultation to the aftercare. She doesn’t rush the work and has a very patient and conservative approach. Her studio is always spotless. Would recommend for all your permanent makeup needs, but ESPECIALLY for lip blushing. Popsicle lips forever!
aprilia p.
Cori is the best! Super friendly, professional, and extremely talented. She has been doing my eyebrows for years, and I always leave her studio feeling beautiful, confident, and NATURAL. Each visit feels like a treat. I have recommended her services to both friends and family, and everyone has loved her. No need to look elsewhere if you’re looking for a cosmetic tattoo artist! She is definitely the one for you.
ashley k.
Cori is an exceptional artist and educator! She has been my mentor in the field of cosmetic tattooing for the last two and a half years and has also done my powder brows twice! She does phenomenal work and her dedication to ethical artistry and transparency is evident. She is extremely knowledgable and informative and has been my go-to for expertise and constructive feedback for a long time. You can tell she is a true artist with a background in visual arts with the ways in which she approaches her craft and her educational opportunities. I would recommend Cori a million times and I trust her with my face time and time again!
tracee e.
Cori is an exceptional artist and educator! She has been my mentor in the field of cosmetic tattooing for the last two and a half years and has also done my powder brows twice! She does phenomenal work and her dedication to ethical artistry and transparency is evident. She is extremely knowledgable and informative and has been my go-to for expertise and constructive feedback for a long time. You can tell she is a true artist with a background in visual arts with the ways in which she approaches her craft and her educational opportunities. I would recommend Cori a million times and I trust her with my face time and time again!
tracee e.
Cori’s approach to her work is more of “natural enhancement” than “permanent makeup”, which is exactly what I was looking for. She and I discussed my cosmetic goals at length and she carefully walked me through every single aspect of the process, always making sure I was content with the results. Unlike many cosmetic tattooers, Cori doesn’t use numbing cream. This is because the cream lightens/discolors the lips, and this makes gauging how much pigment is being implied harder. At first I found this intimidating but Cori was very very gentle and mindful of my comfort. She is incredibly organized, sanitary, and visibly at ease when working which was comforting. And what’s more is that she loves what she does!!
CRISTY G.
I was interested in getting my eyebrows done, but was very nervous that they would be too dark and not look natural. I kept putting it off until I finally found Cori. From the very start she was so calming and very patient as I went through my million questions. Her whole goal is to enhance your natural features not erase them. I was SO thrilled with the final product I went back a couple of months later for her to do my lips. Again, she knocked it out of the park! I get compliments all of the time regarding my lip color. With Cori’s expert advise and extreme knowledge in color theory, I was able to navigate through the process knowing that at the end, I would look like my natural beautiful self, with a little extra pop! For anyone that is nervous; I’ve been there and done that. So trust me when I say, Cori is the right artist for you.
ELIZABETH F.
When I think of Cori Ryan the two words that come to mind are sheer artistry. Cori is a master of her craft. Instinctively I knew this/felt this during our hour plus long consultation in April but two days ago, just this last Thursday, she proved it to me by placing an absolutely beautiful pair of lips on my face. Her attention to detail and her strive for perfection excelled even my high expectations. And the unexpected plus was it did not even hurt and believe me I was willing to suffer if necessary to get this done so it was a welcome surprise. Endless thanks Cori and I look so forward to seeing you and working with you again!!
SHERYL W.