Pre-Procedure care
Here’s how to get your skin ready for the procedure:
Do not go tanning 24-48 hours prior or have a sunburned face
Do not have any type of facial/peel 2 weeks prior to treatment
Discontinue Vitamin A/Retinol products one month prior to treatment
Do not work out on the day of the procedure
Do not have Botox or Fillers 3 weeks prior
Do not take Fish Oil or Vitamin E one week prior (natural blood thinners)
Do not drink alcohol 24-48 hours before your procedure
Do not consume coffee before your treatment
Do not take Aspirin or ibuprofen for pain relief (this thins the blood)
For EYEBROWS
Do not pick/tweeze/wax/perform electrolysis 24-48 hours prior to procedure.
Electrolysis should not be done for a week prior.
Do not tint your eyebrows 3 days before the procedure
Expect to feel some tightness in the treatment area. You may have a “heavy brow” feeling or a slight headache. Your eyebrows will look darkest for the first few days, then scab or peel, realizing their actual color once fully healed within 3-4 weeks. Always keep your brow area clean with a moderate amount of aftercare ointment. Avoid getting foundation/other makeup on your brows as it makes them look dull. If you have brow hair use a comb or brow gel to keep hair up and in place.
For EYELINER
Do not wear contact lens during the procedure or for 24 hrs after.
Do not wear eyelash extensions during the procedure or for 2 weeks after.
Bring sunglasses to wear home. Eyes may be light sensitive.
Do not dye or perm lashes for 2 days prior.
Do not use eyelash curler the day of the procedure.
Eyelids may be puffy, similar to what you have after a good cry. Do not curl your lashes or apply mascara for at least 1 week. Your tattoo will look darkest for the first few days, then scab or peel, realizing their actual color once fully healed within 3-4 weeks. Always keep your eye area clean and apply a moderate amount of aftercare ointment. Avoid getting foundation/concealer or other makeup on your eyelids as it will dull the tattoo.
For LIPS
If you get cold sores you will need an antiviral prescription. Physician usually instructs to begin taking it 3 days before procedure, for a 7-10 day course.
After the procedure lips will tend to be chapped, dry, swollen and have a burning/ dry sensation for a few days. For the first 2-3 days drink only through straws. No kissing. Avoid toothpaste on the lips for the first week after the procedure. Your tattoo will look darkest for the first few days, then scab or peel, realizing their actual color once fully healed within 3-4 weeks. Always keep your lip area clean and apply a moderate amount of aftercare ointment. Avoid getting lipstick or other makeup on your lips as it will dull the tattoo.
Post-Procedure Care
Here's how to take care of your New Beautiful Makeup:
Use a fresh pillowcase
Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate away. Picking can cause scarring or loss of color
No facials, botox, chemical treatments or microdermabrasion for 4 weeks
Avoid hot, sweaty exercise for one week
Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning for 4 weeks after procedure. Wear a hat when outdoors.
Avoid heavy sweating and long hot showers for the first 10 days.
Avoid sleeping on your face for the first 10 days
Avoid swimming, lakes, hot tubs for the first 10 days
Avoid topical makeup including sunscreen on the area
DO NOT rub, pick or scratch the treated area
For Areola Tattoo and Skin Camoflauge
No soap, shampoo, cleansers, or cosmetics on the pigmentation site for the first 5 days. No sauna’s, steam rooms and baths, hot yoga, or anything that causes excessive sweating for at least 5 days. No swimming in chlorinated pools for 2 weeks. No direct sun or sun tanning beds for 6 weeks.
25% - 40% of the pigment may fade off during the first several weeks of healing. Area may appear to be healed, but camouflage can take 2 - 10 months to heal (longer if skin is darker).
If you have a Tegaderm bandage on the area you can safely leave this bandage on for up to a week. No water activities wearing Tegaderm bandages.
Once healed, use SPF products on the treated area(s), it will prevent color from fading.
Be careful when having peels, microdermabrasion, laser, or using anti aging creams on camouflage as these may contribute to fading.
3D Nipple Tattoo
If you have a Tegaderm bandage on, please leave it on for 7 days. Avoid water other than the shower. Your tattoo will be fully healed once you remove the bandage