Before your appointment please make sure you have Do not pick/tweeze/wax/perform electrolysis one week before the procedure

• Do not tan two weeks prior or have sunburned face/skin

• Do not have any type of facial 2 weeks prior to treatment

• Do not work out the day of the procedure.

• Do not have botox 3 weeks prior

• Do not take Fish Oil or Vitamin E one week prior (natural blood thinners)

• Do not wax or tint your eyebrows 3 days before the procedure.

In order to avoid excessive bleeding and poor color deposit:

• Do not drink alcohol 24 – 48 hours before your tattoo

• Do not consume coffee or any caffeine before your procedure

• Do not take an aspirin or ibuprofen for pain relief (this thins the blood)

• No Retin A skincare products

  
  -If you have any questions concerning medical conditions please consult your doctor before scheduling your appointment and bring a doctor’s note to your appointment.

   

• DO NOT BOOK AN APPOINTMENT IF

  
  1-You are under the age of 18
  2-You are pregnant or nursing
  3-You are taking blood-thinning medications
  4-You have viral infections or diseases
  5-You are undergoing chemotherapy

• Lip blushing pre-care for individuals prone to cold sores

  If you are considering lip blushing and have a history of cold sores (herpes simplex virus – HSV-1), it’s crucial to take specific precautions to prevent an outbreak after the procedure. Lip blushing can trigger cold sore outbreaks in individuals who carry the virus, even if it’s currently dormant.

• Here are some key recommendations for pre-care:

  1. Antiviral medication is crucial: Consult your doctor or dentist to obtain a prescription for an antiviral medication like Valtrex, Zovirax, or Famvir. It is generally recommended to start taking the medication a few days before your lip blushing appointment and continue for several days after the procedure, following your doctor’s specific instructions for duration.

  2. Moisturize lips diligently: For at least a week leading up to the appointment, exfoliate your lips gently and keep them well-hydrated with a good lip balm. This helps to ensure a smooth, even application of the pigment and better healing.

  3. Avoid blood thinners: Stop taking aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oils, vitamin E, niacin, and excessive alcohol at least 48 hours before and after your procedure, as these can increase bleeding and affect the results.

  4. No lip fillers: If you have had lip fillers, allow at least 4 weeks for them to heal completely before getting lip blushing.

  5. No excessive sun exposure: Avoid tanning or prolonged sun exposure for at least one week before the procedure. 

  Why is this important?

  • Potential for outbreak: The trauma to the lips during the lip blushing procedure can reactivate the dormant HSV-1 virus, causing a cold sore outbreak.

  • Healing complications: Cold sores can significantly disrupt the healing process, leading to uneven pigment distribution, scarring, and an unsatisfactory outcome.

  • Infection risk: Open sores from an outbreak can increase the risk of infection after the procedure. 

  Important note: If you have an active cold sore outbreak, reschedule your lip blushing appointment until the area is completely healed. 

  By following these pre-care instructions and consulting with your doctor or dentist, you can significantly reduce the risk of complications and achieve the best possible results from your lip blushing procedure.