Before Care
IMPORTANT!!! Please follow these instructions before your appointment.
· You MUST BE OFF Accutane or any prescribed acne medications for 1 year. NO EXCEPTIONS!
· You must NOT be pregnant or breastfeeding. You MUST be at least 21 years old
· Do NOT take blood thinners which include: Aspirin, Fish Oils, Niacin, Vitamin E and/or Ibuprofen unless medically necessary, 48 hours prior to your procedure. Tylenol is okay for pain relief if needed.
· Do NOT drink coffee, alcohol, or energizing drinks at least 24 hours before your procedure. This will minimize bleeding or swelling during and after your procedure.
· It is preferred that you NOT get your brows waxed, shaped or tinted before your appointment; This way I can create a better shape for you with all the hairs necessary. But if you do, please do so 1 week prior to your tattoo appointment. It is recommended to wait at least 4 weeks after.
· Do NOT tan or sunbathe at least 14 days before and after your procedure.
· Do NOT have chemical peels, microdermabrasions, mesotherapy or any other intense treatments which will cause skin cell rejuvenation or skin irritations within 1 month of your tattoo.
· Wash your hair before the procedure. It will be hard for you to shower after – you do not want to get your tattoo wet, especially on the first day other than cleaning as instructed.
· If you have a previous tattoo, you MUST send me a CLEAR photo. If you do not tell me and your pigment is too dark when you come in, we may have to cancel your appointment.
· PATCH TEST: If you would like a patch test to see if you might be allergic to the pigments or topical lidocaine used, it must be scheduled one week prior to your appointment. Please contact me if you would like to have a patch test done. If I am not contacted and you accept your appointment, you understand that you are waiving the patch test. Note: The pigments used are of the highest quality and are not known to cause allergic reactions, but if you have very sensitive skin, I recommend doing one to ensure the best results from your appointment.
· Initial healing time is about 2 weeks. If you have a special occasion in that time and would like to reschedule your appointment, please let me know ASAP so I can reschedule you for a better time.
· The brow/lip procedure will take about 2.5-3 hours. Eyeliner will take 1.5-2 hours. Immediately after, you may return to work and resume daily activities, but please refer to your aftercare instructions to see what you can and can NOT do.
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EYELINER:
• Stop all lash serums at least 4 weeks before and after your procedure
• Do not get your lashes permed or tinted at least 1 week before and 2 weeks after your appointment.
• Do NOT wear any makeup to your appointment.
• Do NOT wear contacts and bring your glasses with you. You will not be able to wear contacts for 72 hours after. Bring your sunglasses as your eyes may be sensitive following the procedure.
• Eyelash extensions must be REMOVED 1 week prior to your eyeliner procedure.
• If you’ve had any kind of eye surgery, please consult with your physician on how long you should wait before getting your eyeliner tattoo.
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIP blush:
• Use a gentle lip scrub 5 days leading up to your appointment to gently exfoliate and moisturize your lips. Home Lip Scrub - sugar, coconut oil or olive oil mixture with dash of honey.
• If you have any blemishes, pimples, cold sores, sunburn or other skin irritations on the day of your lip procedure, your appointment will be rescheduled and deposit forfeited.
• No botox in lip area or lip fillers at least 4 weeks prior to the procedure.
• If you have ever had a cold sore, fever blister you MUST get prescribed Zovirax, Valtrex or other antiviral medication 5 days before and after your procedure to prevent an outbreak. L-lysine is not prescribed but can also be taken. Though not common, breakouts can still occur after taking medication.