Pre & Post Care

Permanent Makeup Pre Care

Proper prep helps ensure the best possible healed results. Please follow these guidelines in the days leading up to your appointment:

1 week before:

– Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, and chemical peels.

– Pause use of active skincare ingredients (retinoids, exfoliants, acids) near the treatment area.

– Stay hydrated and keep your skin moisturized.

48 hours before:

– Avoid excessive alcohol, caffeine, and blood-thinning medications (like ibuprofen or aspirin).

– Do not tint, wax, or thread the area.

***If you are prone to cold sores and receiving a lip treatment, begin your antiviral medication (consult with your doctor for a prescription like Valtrex).***

Day of your appointment:

– Arrive with clean skin—no makeup, lotions, or SPF on the treatment area.

Permanent Makeup Post Care

The healing process is just as important as the tattoo itself. Here’s how to insure the best results:

For the first 7 days:

– Keep the area clean and dry—avoid water (except during your cleanse), sweat, humidity and steam.

– Avoid activities that cause sweating, including workouts, swimming, saunas, and long hot showers. During the summer months limit outdoor exposure, as heat and humidity can interfere with proper healing. Moisture can prevent pigment from implanting correctly, which may result in premature fading and the need for additional follow-up appointments.

– Apply only the healing balm provided, using clean hands or a cotton swab. Less is more.

– Avoid touching, picking, or scratching the treated area as it flakes or peels.

Avoid for 7-14 days:

– Direct sun exposure, sweating and saunas.

Ongoing care:

– Wear SPF to extend the life of your permanent makeup.

– Avoid resurfacing treatments (lasers, peels) directly over the tattooed area.

– Complete your perfecting session 6–8 weeks after your initial appointment.