BEFORE CARE
We can’t wait to see you in the studio. But first, here are some things to know before coming in for your appointment.
Please note, Permanent Makeup is NOT suitable for clients who are/have:
Under 18 years old
Pregnant or nursing
Undergoing Chemotherapy in present time (Consult with your doctor)
Viral infections (diseases)
Had Botox/Filler within a 2 week period of appointment
Sick with a cold or flu-like virus
Used Accutane in the past 6 months
Prone to Keloids
Active acne in the brow/lip area
Active rashes in the brow/lip area
Before your appt:
Stop using any skin thinners (Retinol, Vitamin A, glycolic acids, AHAs/BHAs, any exfoliation) on the brow area two weeks prior to your appointment. If you have any questions about your skincare ingredients, please feel free to email me directly.
Any waxing or brow shaping should be done at least one week before your service. I can absolutely do shaping at your initial session.
If you tint your brows, tint it at least one week prior to the procedure.
Cosmetic Botox or fillers should be done 4 weeks prior/4 weeks after.
We will NOT be able to tattoo over rashes, abrasions, moles, acne, etc.
DO NOT consume alcohol, or caffeine 16 hours before appointment
Do NOT take any blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, Niacin 48 hours before your procedure, this will cause excess bleeding and may affect your healed results).
For lips specifically: If you have a history of cold sores you'll need to start taking an antiviral prescription (Valacyclovir, Denavir (penciclovir), Valtrex or acyclovir (Zovirax)), at least a week BEFORE your service. Cold sore outbreaks are often triggered by stress or trauma to the lips and skin. Therefore if you are a carrier, lip blush will likely cause an outbreak if you do not take an antiviral medication prior. Your appointment WILL be cancelled if you have had a history of cold sores and do not follow this instruction. This is because cold sores will affect the healing/results and can even lead to scarring. So please do not skip this step, you will be happy you didn't and have better results.
Preparation for Lash Line Enhancement:
If you wear contacts - you cannot wear them to your appointment.
No Lash Extensions.
If you think you have a Stye on or around your eyelid - you must reschedule your appointment.
Lash lift and tint procedure must be done 24 or more prior to your appointment.
No over the counter lash serums for 2 weeks before & after.
If you are on a stronger lash serum such as Latisse you must discontinue use for 2 months before and after the procedure as this serum can change the integrity of the skin causing migration.
Preparation for Lip Blush:
No laser or electrolysis on or around the treatment area one week prior to procedure.
No Botox or fillers in the procedure area less than one week prior.
Do not have any chemical peels, dermabrasion, mesotherapy, or any other intense treatments which will cause faster skin cell rejuvenating and cause skin irritation 3-4 weeks before procedure.
If you have been on prescription Accutane in the past, you MUST wait at least one year before considering this procedure.
It is highly recommended that you avoid SUN and TANNING BED exposure for 30 days BEFORE and AFTER your procedure. As your skin exfoliates from a sunburn, it will take the pigment with it.
If you have existing cosmetic tattooing you need to contact me BEFORE booking your appointment.
Limit the amount of caffeine you consume the morning of your appointment.
Do not take aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oils, vitamin E, niacin, or drink excessive alcohol at least 48 hours prior to and after your appointment.
Do not take any prescription blood thinners at least 48 hours prior to and after your appointment.
Discontinue any vitamin A skin care products (Retin-A, retinols) close to the enhancement area at least two weeks prior to your procedure. **We recommend NOT using these products over or around the tattooed area after you receive your cosmetic tattoo. It could cause fading and distortion of color.**
Discontinue use of AHA (chemical exfoliation) skin care products close to the area to be tattooed at least one week prior to your procedure.
If you are prone to cold sores: lip tattooing CAN cause outbreaks, which can result in loss of pigment. We ask that our clients take their prescribed anti-viral medication starting 48 hours prior to their appointment and after the procedure to prevent outbreak. Consult with your doctor for any additional questions. If you have an outbreak, or any other type of scratch/acne we ask that you reschedule your appointment as soon as possible.