Permanent Makeup Aftercare
Micropigmentation Aftercare
Immediately after the procedure the area treated will look much darker and much more defined (as if were”painted on”) than the final results. Be prepared for the color to be significantly lighter and the overall appearance much softer and more natural after the healing occurs. It will take time for this transition, based on how quickly the outer layer of your skin exfoliates. Usually the exfoliation (peeling, flaking) process occurs about 4 to 5 days and will be complete at about day 7 (7days). At that point the contrast between the initial intense and dark color and the new softer and lighter color may be such that you may be very disappointed. Do not worry! It is expected and normal, and you will be receiving a second application, a “perfection session” in a few weeks.
At that time SHAPE and COLOR will be adjusted to your liking. We can add very easily, but it is much more difficult to remove! You must wait at least 4 weeks between applications. Touching up a tattoo prematuurely may result in a ruined tattoo.
Beauty Mark Information
Immediately after the procedure your beauty mark will probably appear to be too dark, too thick and with a rather unnatural “drawn in” appearance. It is only after healing is complete that you will be able to appreaciate fully the color and softness of your beauty mark. Most of the time it will actually be too light, which will be corrected during the “perfection sitting”.
Beauty Mark Aftercare
During the healing period (1 week), apply a thin coat of ointment 2-3 times a day.
If your mark is too dark, after 24 hours, you may soften it’s appearance by dabbing on a small amount of face powder after applying the ointment. Be sure to clean make up and brush using only baby oil or mild soap and water.
Be gentle and blot dry.
Avoid direct exposure to the sun.
Do not soak in water.
Blot gently to dry.
After healing is complete you may resume regular care.
The use of sunscreen is recommended to prevent fading.
If you use foundation, you will find that you are “hiding” your beauty mark. Just take a cotton swab dipped in baby oil and gently wipe the foundation from your mark.
Eyebrow Information
Immediately after the procedure your eyebrows will probably appear to be too dark, too thick and with a rather unnatural “drawn in” appearance. It is only after healing is complete that you will be able to appreaciate fully the color and softness of your eyebrows. Most of the time they will actually be too light, which will be corrected during the “perfection sitting”.
Eyebrow Aftercare
During the healing period (1 week), apply a thin coat of ointment 2-3 times a day.
If your brows are too dark, after 24 hours, you may soften their appearance by dabbing on a small amount of face powder after applying the ointment. Be sure to clean make up and brush using only baby oil or mild soap and water.
Be gentle and blot dry.
Avoid direct exposure to the sun.
Do not soak in water or let strong shower steam hit your eyebrows.
Blot gently to dry.
The use of sunscreen is recommended to prevent fading.
During the morning and evening of the first week, brew tea bags in hot water for 7 minutes. Place tea bags in ice water. When cold, place the tea bags over each eyebrow for 10 minutes. You may sotre your tea bags in a baggy and keep them in the refrigerator. A tea bag compress is also good for puffy eyes.
If you use foundation, you will find that you are “hiding” your eyebrows. Just take a cotton swab dipped in baby oil and gently wipe the foundation from your eyebrows.
Lip Information
Shape: Immediately after the procedure lips may appear to be uneven or crooked, due to swelling. Please do not be concerned. The swelling diminishes (24-48 hours) and your lips will become evenly shaped.
Color: You will experience 3 stages:
1. Initial color is “too much”, until a slight peeling occurs at about 4-5 days.
2. The color is then “not enough”-you may think that it is abnormal and want to come back earlier for you second application. YOU MUST WAIT!
3. 3-4 weeks later the color “miraculously” reappears; however, it is much softer and with a more muted tone than the original color.
Medications: Most clients get a prescription for anti viral medication Zovirax or Valtrex (3 days before/2 days after). It prevents cold sores and/or herpes breakout.
Lip Aftercare
Immediately after the procedure and during the first 24 hours tea bags may be used in the case of significant swelling and/or discomfort. Brew tea bags for 7 minutes. Place tea bags in ice water. When cold place the tea bags over your lips for 10 minutes. You may store your tea bags in a baggy in the refrigerator. A tea bag compress is also good for puffy eyes. For discomfort take Tylenol or Ibuprofen (no aspirin).
It is preferable to avoid lipstick until after the peeling has occurred. But you may apply some, if neccesary, providing it is clean (wipe it thoroughly before applying to your lips).
During Initial Healing Period (1 Week):
Keep your lips moist all of the time with the ointment prescribed.
To clean use only baby oil or mild soap and water. Be gentle and blot dry.
Avoid direct exposure to the sun.
Do not soak in water.
Avoid spicy food and heat.
Avoid toothpaste containing floride or whiteners.
Once healing is complete you may resume regular care.
If you apply make up you might cover your lips. Use a cotton swab dipped in baby oil to clean make up from your lips. If you do not wear lipstick, you should apply a sun block.
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