Expect the colour to be harsh and appear darker and thicker due to swelling. After the procedure, cleansing should be done with a clean cotton pad in a padding motion for the first 4 hours. This is to absorb excess lymph fluid. Removing this fluid prevents hardening of any blood/lymphatic fluids. Don't apply ointment. You can use ice packs for the first 48 hours for 10 minutes. Expect swelling due to gravity. Change your pillowcase and avoid germs and pets around the area for 3 days. Don’t get the area wet. Only clean it from lymph with a damp cotton pad from time to time. Days 1-3 Clean the area with lukewarm water morning and night and air dry. Start ointment on the 3rd or 4th day. Apply a thin layer of ointment 2x daily for 3 to 4 days.
Change your pillowcase when you get home. Please be advised that any pigment residue could stain your pillowcase for at least 1 week after your appointment. Day of the procedure: Lips will feel swollen, dark and very dry after your treatment. Pat lips gently with a wipe or tissue to remove excess lymph every hour or so on the first day. You may also apply ice packs to help if they are very swollen. Day 2-3: Apply a moisturizing lip ointment twice a day to moisten and prevent them from forming a crust. Allow lips to dry for 5 minutes prior to applying your aftercare lip balm. This should be done for at least 5-6 days post treatment. Day 4: Apply a moisturizing lip ointment at night to prevent scabs and dryness, continue to apply it for the entire week until the area is completely healed. Always use a Q-tip to apply the ointment. Once the lips are no longer tender, they may become flaky. This is normal. Do not pick or scratch them. Doing so can significantly reduce the amount of pigment that stays in the skin.
Day 1 After the procedure, gently blot the area with a clean cotton pillowcase to absorb excess lymph fluid. Do this until the oozing has stopped. Day of: Gently wash the area each morning and night with water and unscented cleanser. With a very light touch, use your fingertips to gently cleanse the area.
Days 1- 7 (wash & moisturize ): After each wash, it is very important to let the brows dry completely before you add A&D ointment. To dry, gently pat with a clean tissue. DO NOT use any cleansing products containing acids (glycolic, lactic, or AHA), or exfoliants. When dry, use a sterile Q-tip and GENTLY dab (DO NOT RUB) the balm provided onto your brows using an amount equivalent to the size of half a grain of rice for each brow. (If you use the correct amount you will not see a glossy look on your brows.
Day 5 -12 (peeling/flaking phase ): Once this process begins, you can discontinue washing and keep moisturizing your brows. Do not pick, and allow the scab or dry skin to come off on its own. When your brows are no longer flaky (typically between day 10-14) this phase of healing is complete and you can resume regular activities. You will still want to avoid all products on them that include active ingredients (acne or anti aging products, salicylic acid, etc) and protect your fresh brows from UV exposure.
ONCE EYEBROWS ARE HEALED Exposure to the sun over time can cause fading and discoloration of the pigment. Once completely healed, always apply sunscreen (50 spf or greater) on the treated area. Wear large sunglasses and a hat for further protection. Rinse and dry the area thoroughly when in contact with chlorine. Glycolic acid, microdermabrasion, and chemical face peel products and exfoliants must be kept away from the tattooed area as continued use could lighten the pigment. If you are having laser resurfacing or laser hair removal after your tattoo has healed, please inform the laser technician. Continue at your own discretion. Laser procedures may darken, lighten, or discolour the tattooed area. Once the treated area is completely healed, any changes or additions that need to be made can be done at your follow-up appointment no sooner than 6-8 weeks later. There are no implied or written guarantees if you do not take care of your tattoo.
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