What you need to know…
Before and after you get your tattoo done…
Pre-Care Instructions
Give Yourself Healing Time…
Make sure you have no major events at least 3-4 days after your procedure.
It is also wise to wait a week before going on any exotic vacations.
Please…
- Stop wearing contacts a day before Eyeliner procedures.
- Bring eyeglasses to procedures.
- Avoid alcohol, Vitamin E, Multi-Vitamins, Niacin, St Johns Wart, Evening Primrose Oil, Ginko-Biloba, Aspirin (any non-vital blood thinners) for 24 hours before all procedures.
- Understand that Fever Blisters are a very common side effect of lip tattooing. I strongly suggest getting your doctor or dentist to prescribe an oral medication prior to any Lip procedures.
- Do not wear any makeup to the procedure, unless specified.
- Gently exfoliate and moisturize the procedure area.
You must…
- Be off of RetinA and Renova
- 30 days prior to any procedures.
- Be off Accutane one year prior.
- Not have a sunburn prior.
- Not be pregnant.
- Be over 18 yrs old or accompanied with a guardian.
- Relax. This is easy and will make your life much more convenient!!
After-Care Instructions
Your Permanent Makeup may look distorted and/or darker when initially applied! This is normal!!! Remember Permanent Makeup is a process not only a procedure!
After Care Instructions for Eyeliner:
Eyes may be swollen, itchy and tender for a few days. This is normal and will dissipate quickly. An ice pack protected with a wet barrier of a paper towel can be very nice. Please do not ice for more than 10 minutes a sitting. Icing is most effective the first 24 hours. Sleeping slightly elevated can also reduce any residual swelling of the eyes.
You may soil your pillowcase with some residual pigment from eyes, so think about using an old, clean case. In the morning if eyes are stuck together, use a wet Q-tip to gently separate. DO NOT rub, pick or peel. Keep the area clean and use only the aftercare given for 3 to 4 days. Apply once in the am and once in the pm. Use a fresh Q-tip for every application and do not let the eyeliner become dry in the first 72 hours.
Avoid sun, any bodies of water/ direct water pressure and all creams around eye area. If ointment is a problem please do not use or rinse with eyewash but seek medical attention for an antibiotic steroid eye drop. Eyes may possibly be sensitive to pet dander, gardening, dust and dirty hands. Please use a new tube of mascara after each procedure. Do not wear makeup for 72 hours post.
After Care Instructions for Eyebrows:
Please apply aftercare ointment supplied, for 7 to 10 days. Do not let brows get dry and crusty. Some swelling, redness, or itching is normal and to be expected. Only apply ointment twice a day with a clean Q-tip. Only a small amount is needed to occlude the eyebrow area. Keep clean and avoid sun, bodies of water, and direct water pressure. Do not pick or rub the area. Brows will oxidize and get darker before they soften in healing. This is normal!!! Do not wear any makeup on brow area for 72 hours.
Your Permanent Makeup may look distorted and/or darker when initially applied! This is normal!!! Remember Permanent Makeup is a process not only a procedure!
After Care Instructions for Lips:
Lips will feel very dry and swollen after your treatment. Apply supplied after care ointment on lips 2-3 times a day. Do not rub into skin just tap using a Q-tip. This should be done for about 14 days post treatment. Do not allow lips to become dry. This may interfere with healed color.
Always use a clean Q-tip, not fingers to apply. This will reduce the risk of secondary infection. It is advised to sleep on an old pillowcase. There will be residual pigment coming off the lips for several days, which could stain.
After lips are no longer tender to the touch they may become flaky. This is normal and is expected. Please do not pick or scratch at them. This may significantly reduce the amount of pigment uptake. Avoid the sun and tanning beds pre and post procedure. Be sure to use sun block once lips are healed. Do not use any Glycolic, hydroxyl or fruit acid products on lips. Avoid direct water pressure, pools and other bodies of water, until healed. Please be advised it is a good idea to brush your teeth with just water for three days after treatment. You can resume wearing lipstick once lips are healed. It is advised to use new lipstick after all lip treatments. Redness, swelling, tenderness, dryness are all common post treatment side effects and will dissipate in a short period of time. Avoid oily, salty, acidic foods and alcohol while healing.
Lips especially are very unpredictable. Some clients will have a very strong uptake in healed color and others a very slight uptake.
Fever Blisters are a known side effect of all lip procedures. Follow all before instructions and it is less likely to become an issue.