ABOUT

Paula Ocot Pereira

Paula Ocot Pereira is a cosmetic tattoo artist known for her refined, natural approach to permanent makeup. Her work is rooted in enhancing - not masking - each client’s unique features, creating results that feel effortless and entirely their own. With a trained eye for balance, softness, and facial harmony, Paula has built a reputation for delivering subtle transformations that elevate rather than overpower.

ARTISTRY

As a professional makeup artist and educator with over a decade of experience, Paula made a significant career transition to cosmetic tattooing in 2017. Trained under the guidance of Claire Vuillemot from Laurel Cosmetic Tattoo in the East Village in Manhattan, she honed her skills and developed a unique approach to creating customized cosmetic tattoos that seamlessly enhance her clients' features.

Paula's artistic flair and keen eye for detail ensure that each cosmetic tattoo is a bespoke masterpiece, tailored to complement and elevate her clients' natural beauty. Her passion for the craft is reflected in her work, where precision meets creativity to deliver exceptional results.

Currently, Paula Ocot Pereira is the proud owner of Arcana, her own studio dedicated to the art of cosmetic tattooing, located in Rutherford NJ. Additionally, she serves as a distinguished artist at Laurel Tattoo in NYC, contributing her skills to a collaborative and artistic environment. Paula's magnetic personality fosters a warm and welcoming atmosphere for her clients, ensuring that each session is not just a service but a truly special and personalized experience