FOR THE FIRST DAY - Proper care following your treatment is necessary to achieve the best results.
Please remember that the colour is up to 50% darker immediately after the treatment. It will start to become lighter after four to seven days. The true healed colour will not come through until approximately four to six weeks after the initial treatment. During the healing process, the colour may seem to have disappeared as it is obscured by the healing layers of the skin. Under no circumstances should you have any further permanent cosmetics work undertaken during this four-to-six-week period.
Ice packs protected with a cloth may be applied as necessary if swelling occurs.
If you have had a lip treatment and suffer with cold sores presently (or at any time e in the past), we suggest the use of Anti-herpes medication which can be obtained from your doctor or over the counter at your chemist.
DAILY AFTERCARE ROUTINE - Follow this routine for at least one week following the treatment or until it has healed
Always wash your hands before applying the balm that may have been provided to you.
Apply the balm a minimum of four times daily. You should do this using a clean micro brush or clean cotton bud for each application (this will prevent infection).
We recommend you use a gentle facial cleanser to clean the face during the healing period.
Keep hair away to prevent any infection.
If the area gets wet, gently pat dry using clean Lint-free tissue. Do not rub.
IMPORTANT "DO NOTS" - During this period you also need to look after the treatment area in other ways
Some itching is normal. Do not pick, peel or scratch treated area. This may result in the colour healing unevenly and you could also risk scarring and infection. Allow the wound to flake on its own.
Do not apply makeup on and around the treated area until 72 hrs after the treatment.
Do not expose healing skin to extreme heat, cold or moisture for two weeks following your treatment. This can include direct sun, tanning beds, Jacuzzis, saunas, salt water, chlorinated pools, direct shower spray, hot water, skin creams or ointments other than what you have been instructed to use.
Do not apply petroleum type ointments to the area for a week after the treatment. After that time, ointments of this type can be applied and are recommended if you plan to use chlorinated pools and Jacuzzis.
Do not take part in any strenuous activity which could result in perspiration.
If you have had a lip treatment, you should avoid eating spicy and salty foods, drink liquids through a straw, refrain from kissing.
TWO TO FIVE DAYS AFTER THE TREATMENT
You may experience the following for two to five days after the treatment:
-Tenderness
-Flaking
-Dryness and itchiness in the treated area
-Swelling and redness
If you are feeling less than 100% healthy it may take longer for your treatment to heal, and symptoms may appear more prominent
LONG TERM CARE - permanent cosmetics are a low maintenance treatment, not a no-maintenance treatment
In order to keep your permanent cosmetics in perfect condition it may be necessary to have a maintenance procedure around every 12 to 18 months, this will vary for each individual.
To avoid pigment fade for as long as possible, avoid excessive exposure to the sun and UV rays.
Take care when using moisturisers and other skin products which contain glycolic or fruity acids as these can fade permanent makeup.
If you are planning an MRI scan, chemical peel or any other similar procedures please inform your practitioner that you have had permanent cosmetics.
You may not be eligible to give blood for four months post procedure.
If you are planning on having any anti-aging injectables or cosmetic surgery, remember these procedures can alter the shape of your lips and eyebrows.
Laser hair removal can fade and change the shade of your lip or brow procedure, always advise the laser technician you are wearing permanent cosmetics and they can act accordingly.