BEFORE AND AFTERCARE
You are not a candidate for permanent makeup if you are or have any of the following:
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Pregnant or nursing
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Diabetic
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Undergoing chemotherapy (Only with a doctor written approval)
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Viral infections and/or diseases
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Epilepsy
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Peacemaker or major heart problems
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Skin irritations or psoriasis near the treated area (rashes, sunburn, acne, etc)
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Had an organ transplant
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Had Botox in the past 4 weeks
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Had steroid shots less than 30 days before the procedure
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Used Accutane in the past year
Eyebrows
Before
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Do not work out the day before the procedure.
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Do not tan or have a sun burned face, or you will be required to reschedule.
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Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, or Ibuprofen 24 hours before the procedure.
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No steroid shots 30 days before procedure.
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No alcohol or caffeine the day of the procedure, this will minimize any oozing or swelling after the procedure.
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No tweezing /waxing at least 48 hours before the procedure; electrolysis no less than 5 days before. Do not resume any method of hair removal for at least 2 weeks.
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Eyebrow tinting should be done no sooner than 48 hours before, or 2 weeks after the procedure.
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No Botox 4 weeks before your procedure.
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Please note that you will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
After
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For your eyebrows, clean with sterile water and cotton 4 hours after your procedure, let them dry naturally and repeat before you go to sleep. Keep them dry for 10 days, preferably until you are done peeling and scabbing.
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If your eyebrows are scabbing too much, or are too dry, you can
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apply just a little bit of healing cream or Aquaphor once a day
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starting on the 3rd day from your procedure.
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No cleansers, creams, makeup, Neosporin or any other products on your treated area for 10 days.
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DO NOT rub, pick or scratch the treated areas. Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate off. Picking can cause scarring.
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Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning 2 weeks after the procedure.
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Avoid heavy sweating for the first following 10 days to avoid
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the risk of infection.
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NO chemical treatments, Botox, microdermabrasion, and facials
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for 2 weeks.
Please note: Eyeliner and contour makeup will appear darker and bolder due to a natural process of scabbing and healing for the first 10 days.
It is common for all permanent makeup procedures.
Eyeliner
Before
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Do not work out the day before the procedure.
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Do not tan or have a sun burned face, or you will be required to reschedule.
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Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, or Ibuprofen 24 hours before the procedure.
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No steroid shots 30 days before procedure.
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No alcohol or caffeine the day of the procedure, this will minimize any oozing or swelling after the procedure. .
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In case you have lash extensions, please remove them 3 days prior the procedure.
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In case you are using lash growing serums, you need to stop using them at least 4 weeks prior to your procedure, otherwise, procedure won't be possible to perform.
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Please note that you will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
After
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You can only clean AROUND your eyes (not the tattoo line) with a Q-tip and sterile water (not from the sink).
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You can resume your eyelash extensions only 2 weeks after your procedure
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No makeup, cleansers, creams, or any other products on your eyes for 10 days.
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DO NOT rub, pick or scratch the treated areas. Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate off. Picking can cause scarring.
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Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning 2 weeks after the procedure.
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Avoid heavy sweating for the first following 10 days to avoid the risk of infection.
Please note: Eyeliner and contour makeup will appear darker and bolder due to a natural process of scabbing and healing for the first 10 days.
It is common for all permanent makeup procedures.
Lips Blush
Before
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If you are requesting a lip procedure, it is very important to consult with us regarding: cold sores, shingles, Herpes simplex. If you have EVER had any of the listed conditions, it is very important that you are pre-treated with an antiviral. this prescription can be provided by your physician.
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For your safety, we recommend you to take antiviral -Valtrex or Zovirax- 1 day before, and 3 tablets after your lips procedure, to strengthen your immune system, and avoid an episode of herpes or cold-sore (you can consult with your doctor).
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Please start moisturizing your lips 3 days before your procedure with Aquaphor, Vitamin E oil, or a lip balm (ChapStick).
After
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Keep your lips moist, using Vitamin E oil for 2 weeks following.
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Do not let the area dry out completely, this can cause scabbing and cracking on the skin surface
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Do not expose tattooed area to sun or tanning beds without using sun block. This can cause pre-mature fading.
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Do not eat citrus fruits and juices, greasy, salty, oily or spicy foods until your lips have completely healed.
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While eating, do not constantly wipe your lips with a napkin or keep licking your lips as this will impede the healing process
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Be careful when brushing your teeth. Toothpaste may pull the pigment out of the lip vermilion. Also, do not bleach your teeth while your lips are healing.
Tattoo Removal
Before
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Keep the area clean and open to the air, do not cover it.
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It is important to keep the treated area dry until you are done scabbing.
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No bathing, swimming, saunas, hot tubs, tanning, or intense exercise after your procedure.
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No lotions, ointments, makeup, etc. until completely healed and the scab has fallen off on its own. It may take 2 weeks or longer for this to occur.
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Do not pick at the scab or may result on scarring.
After
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Once all the scabs fall off naturally, apply one drop of Vitamin E Oil 4 to 6 times throughout the day, every other day, for at least 4 weeks, or until your next session. DO NOT start applying the Vitamin E oil until all the scabs fall off; keep the area as dry as possible during scabbing.
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For Lips tattoo removal, you should drink all liquids with a straw, and cut your food in small pieces until your scabs fall off naturally.