Care
We strive for long lasting results
Each result is unique to the client and the information below only acts as a guideline. Following the steps of our aftercare will bring the best healed results.
Brows
Brow Pre-Care
• Avoid plucking, waxing and threading your brows for a couple of weeks leading up to your appointment. The more hair I have to work with, the better. Any hair that falls outside of your desire shape will be removed at the appointment.
• Do not drink stimulating beverages such as caffeine (right before appointment), alcohol or energy drinks the night before or day of your treatment.
• No sun tanning for three days prior.
• I recommend waiting at least 4 weeks before botox patients receive PMU treatments to ensure proper skin expressions.
• Avoid skin rejuvenation treatments on the brow and forehead area for at least 2 weeks before your appt. such as Retinol/Retina.
• You can wear makeup to your appointment if you wish. I will remove all makeup on and around your brows at your arrival.
Brow After-Care
The true vibrancy of your cosmetic tattoo is achieved between weeks 6 and 8, in the time leading up to then you’ll experience a slight loss in color before it begins to regenerate as your skin naturally exfoliates.
A healing kit will be provided the day of appointment.
Day of Appointment:
Your healing kit will come with sterile wipes. You'll use these sterile wipes to wipe off any lymph fluid the first day. That may be as frequent as every 30-45 minutes.
2 hours before bed, apply a very thin breathable layer of Healing Balm with a clean q-tip. A rice grain amount or less for both brows should be enough.
Day 2 thru day 10:
Continue to apply the healing balm at least once a day. Our healing balm is very hydrating and lasts a long time on the skin. Please asses your brows every 4-6 hours to see if you need to apply more.
**Oily Skin should only apply once a day and very small amount.
Your brows should not appear glossy. The Healing Balm is for a very small amount of moisture. Please use as see fit.
Apply less as the days go by.
Please inquire about the ingredients of healing balm if interested.
Things NOT to do during your healing:
• You cannot wet your brows for the first 10 days. Avoid hot showers to avoid too much moisture in the air.
• No exercising for 10 days. No sweating.
• No direct sun exposure.
• No makeup or product on your brows for 10 days.
• Do not pick, scratch, or peel the healing area.
• No facials, Botox, chemical treatments and microdermabrasion for 4 weeks.
• Avoid using anti-aging cream, anti-acne products in brow area.
Each result is unique to the client and the information above only acts as a guideline. Aftercare is subject to change depending on skin type.
Lips
Lip Pre-Care
If you’ve EVER had even 1 cold sore on the outside area of your mouth or on your lips you MUST take doctor prescribed Valtrex or a similar antiviral at least 3 days prior and 3 days after getting your lips tattooed. If you don’t- this procedure will trigger an outbreak that will affect healing- so this is very important & very easy to avoid!
Moisturize: Make sure your lips are well moisturized in the days leading to the appt. Begin moisturizing and exfoliating at least one week prior to your appt. Chronic chapped and dry lips are not a candidate for this procedure.
Lip After-Care
DAY 1:
Wipe lips every 30 minutes for 3 hours, in order to remove excess lymph and reduce any scabbing that may occur.
Lip swelling may last up to 24 hours.
DAYS 2-6:
Lips will feel chapped and tight.
Apply our lip balm or Aquaphor 5-6 times a day. It’s ok for lips to slightly dry out between applications.
Use a straw to drink liquids.
Avoid steam, sun, soaking in water, swimming, sauna, etc.
Avoid makeup and skincare on the lips.
NOTE:
When lips peel don’t pick or rub!
Moisturize and let skin shed naturally!
During the first 4 weeks post procedure refrain from using exfoliants, acids,
anti-aging creams, Neosporin, etc.
Your true color will appear in 4 weeks!
Freckles & Beauty Marks
After-Care
IMMEDIATELY AFTER
The immediate area will appear red and possibly a little swollen. This is temporary and typically subsides in a short time. About 1-2 hours after your appointment, use the sterile wipe included in your aftercare kit to wipe your face or area that was tattooed.
NEXT 10 DAYS:
Freckles will appear dark in color and slightly raised from the surface. Refrain from using soap or harsh movements like rubbing on your face. Gently splash lukewarm water over the tattooed areas twice a day and pat dry with a clean towel. If you got a small amount of freckles, you may use a cleanser or wipe on areas that have not been tattooed as long as there is no drip down onto a tattooed area. You will receive blotting papers in your aftercare kit that will help maintain oil control throughout the day during this time.
Keep face out of direct sun and water. No swimming, saunas or excessive exercise that may induce heavy sweating during this time.
No makeup or skincare products EXCEPT a gentle, unscented moisturizer (cetaphil, nivea, etc…)
Eyeliner
Eyeliner Pre-Care
Please come in bare lash, no lash extensions or any type of faux lashes.
Avoid applying lash serum for 2 weeks prior.
Please remove contacts before arriving to your appt.
If you had any type of eye surgery, you must receive the ok from your surgeon/physician before continuing.
Eyeliner After-Care
DAYS 2-10
Eyes may be puffy for up to 48 hours. It will appear as if you have been crying.
Keep the area dry. Avoid excessive amounts of water including sweat from exercise for 7 days.
Do not apply any eye make-up, lotions, or ointments, dyes or perms for the duration of this time.
Scabbing may occur and it will appear like dried mascara. Do not pick or scratch it. This may cause loss of color.
It is recommended to not wear contacts for 24 hours.
NOTE:
Everyone heals differently. Your tattoo may appear light at first. As your skin continues to heal, the color will bloom. At around the 6 week mark, your true color is seen.
This is a 2 step process. Any areas that are light or patchy will be assessed during your touch up point.