Preparing for your Lip tattoo session.

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TIPS FOR PREPARING FOR YOU LIP TATTOO SESSION

Follow these instructions to maximize your results & avoid rescheduling when you show up.

  • If you are prone to cold sores, you will be required to take oral antiviral medication provided by your doctor for 2 days prior to treatment and 3 days following to prevent any outbreaks.

  • Ensure you drink plenty of water and your lips are well hydrated/moisturized 1 week prior.

  • Exfoliate your lips for the week prior to your appointment at home using a drop of coconut oil and sugar to create your own scrub.

  • Ensure you are using a lip conditioner/balm every day leading up to your appointment to ensure your skin is in optimal shape for the procedure. 

  • Procedure will NOT be performed if you are pregnant or nursing

  • No alcohol, coffee/tea or caffeine (even decaf), or energy drinks 24 - 48 hrs. before procedure. Caffeine is a natural blood thinner causing you to bleed excessively during the procedure. It also makes your nerve endings more sensitive and prevents you from numbing.

  • No blood thinners (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, other NSAID medication, fish oil, Niacin, Vitamin E) 48 hours before your procedure, to avoid excess bleeding, which directly affects color retention.

  • If you are on prescribed blood thinners I will not be able to do this procedure.

  • ​Lip fillers (4 weeks before your first session or 4 weeks after your touch up session)

  • No botox or fillers 4 weeks prior or after procedure

  • No chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or resurfacing facial treatments 60 days before or after procedure.

  • No Retin A, retinols for 7 days prior.

  • No Accutane for 1 year. NO exceptions.

  • Avoid sun/ tanning bed exposure for 1 week before your procedure.

  • Please do not show up with a sunburn.
    As your skin exfoliates from a sunburn, it will take the tattoo pigment with it. If you show up for your appointment with a sunburn, you will need to reschedule and will forfeit your deposit. 

  • Vaccines/Immunizations - please ensure your cosmetic tattoo appointment is scheduled a minimum of 14 days either BEFORE or AFTER to avoid any potential immune reactions.

  • Being on your menstrual cycle can cause hypersensitivity and the procedure can be more painful.

  • No working out or any activity that will cause sweating the day of and for 7 days after the procedure.

  • The procedure will NOT be performed if you have any lesions, irritation, or pimples. Moles are to be removed prior, and need to heal 1 month before microblading.

  • There is no guarantee how your skin will heal and take to the pigments. Every client has unique skin and some may take to the pigment better than others. 

  • Other Contraindications: Any medical conditions that can affect your healing process and/or make your blood thinner will have to have a doctor's note before you can book and receive a lip tattoo service. 

  • Conditions such as diabetes, cancer, autoimmune disease, or hemophilia, also if you are undergoing chemotherapy, allergic to lidocaine, or on blood thinners or any other medications will require a doctor's note

  • It is recommended to plan any vacations a minimum of 14 days after the procedure.