Pre- & Post-Treatment Advice
Brow Cosmetic Tattoo
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- Please do not work out on the day of the procedure as body heat expands the pores.
- Avoid heavy sunlight and especially sunburn three days before the procedure. The skin should not be in the process of healing before the procedure.
- Do NOT drink coffee or anything with caffeine the day of the procedure.
- Do NOT take Fish oil, Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E, Ibuprofen, and omega-3, unless medically necessary, for 48-72 hours before the procedure (Tylenol or acetaminophen is okay!). They are natural blood thinners.
- Do NOT drink alcohol for 24 hours before or after the procedure.
- Do not pick/tweeze/wax/perform electrolysis one week before the procedure. Any tweezing or waxing should be done at least 72 hours before the procedure.
- Do not have any type of facial procedure for two weeks before the procedure.
- Do not have Botox 2-4 weeks before the procedure.
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It all starts with a good canvas! The eyebrow area must be healthy, strong, non-sensitive, and non-irritated. Here is how to get your skin ready for the procedure:
- Exfoliate your brow area the night before your appointment to remove any dead skin which will help pigment retention.
- Any tweezing, tinting or waxing should be done at least 72 hours prior to the procedure otherwise your artist can remove any excess hair with a razor on the day.
- You will be required to keep your eyebrows dry for 7 days after the procedure so we recommend washing your hair before or the day of your procedure.
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Please avoid water on your brows and keep them completely dry. You will also need to avoid sweating and heavy sunlight during this week.
Apply a rice grain amount of the aftercare ointment with a cotton bud and spread it across the treated area. Be sure not to over-apply, as this will suffocate your skin and delay healing. The ointment should be barely noticeable on the skin. NEVER put the ointment on a wet or damp tattoo.
Lip Cosmetic Tattoo
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The following restrictions are to ensure your skin is in the best possible condition for an amazing procedure.
Please read carefully:
- Please do not work out on the day of the procedure as body heat expands the pores.
- Avoid heavy sunlight and especially sunburn for three days before the procedure.
- The skin should not be in the process of healing before the procedure!
- Do NOT drink coffee or anything with caffeine on the day of the procedure.
- Do NOT take Fish oil, Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E, Ibuprofen, and/or omega-3, unless medically necessary, for 48-72 hours before the procedure (Tylenol or acetaminophen is okay!).
- Do NOT drink alcohol for 24 hours before or after the procedure.
- Do not have any type of facial procedure for two weeks before the procedure.
- Do not have Botox or dermal filler 2-4 weeks before the procedure.
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Please begin to exfoliate your lips twice a week. We recommend using sugar and honey as a natural exfoliant.
- Please make sure your lips are hydrated by using lip balm every day prior to your appointment.
- If you have a history of coldsores, please see your doctor one week prior to your appointment to obtain any necessary medication to reduce the likelihood of cold sores appearing due to the lips healing.
- We recommend having a meal before your treatment as this can help you feel more comfortable throughout.
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For the next 7 days, use your aftercare ointment 2 times daily (morning and night). Afterwards you can switch to paw paw ointment or lip balm. Use regularly to keep your lips moist.
We strongly recommend you to increase your Vitamin C intake to encourage healing.
If you suffer coldsores you can use Zovirax cream on affected area or see a doctor for prescription medication.