Lip Blush/Lip Tattoo Touch-Up

Description

Permanent makeup (PMU) is a form of cosmetic tattooing that uses semi permanent pigments to provide a long lasting alternative to traditional daily wear makeup. Permanent makeup procedures generally last anywhere from 6 months to 5 years, depending on the procedure done and the clients lifestyle. Touchups are required to keep up the appearance of the permanent makeup procedure, as well as to increase longevity. Permanent makeup procedures are done by injecting semi permanent pigments into the skin using handheld devices containing, either a single needle, or several small compact needles. Types of Permanent Makeup: • Microblading • Microshading/Ombre Brow • Nano Brow/ 3D Brow • Lip Blushing • Eyeliner • Tiny Tattoo Benefits of Lip Blushing • Long Lasting lip Color • Increased Pigment in Pale or Ageing Lips • Enhanced Lip Shape • Gives the Appearance or Symmetry • Creates the Illusion of Fuller/Plumper Lips • Ability to Customize Lip Shade How Long Does It Take? On average the appointment will take 2-3 hours Touch up should be booked 6-8 weeks from the initial appointment, and you may have to touch up the whole lip or only certain areas. When booking touch up appointments, be sure to allow yourself lots of time, about 1-2 hours. What to Expect with Lip Blushing Clients can expect that there will be moderate swelling, redness and potentially even bruising immediately after and, sometimes lasting, up to 5 days after. During the initial healing period, there will be minimal scabbing or flaking of the skin. It will almost feel as though you are wearing a dryer up liquid lipstick. If there is scabbing or flaking, do not pick, and allow the scab or dry skin to come off on its own. Expect the chosen color to lighten by up to 40% once the healing process is complete. Color may appear uneven at different stages of healing. Be patient. This is a process that does not yield immediate results. Contraindication The following contraindications are NOT ok to perform the lip blushing procedure on : • Under the age of 18 • Autoimmune disease • Pregnant or Nursing • Skin disease on or near the site • History of cold sores (consult physician) • Allergies to makeup or pigments • Easily triggered hyper pigmentation • HIV or Hepatitis • Hemophiliac • Healing disorders • Accutane or Steroids (consult physician) Aftercare Rinse lips 5 hours after procedure with luke warm water and pat dry. 1. Apply Lip Lock healing balm every hour for the next 5-7 days (do not let the lips dry out). 2. Avoid makeup, excessive sweating, sauna, pools, sunbathing and kissing for 7 days. 3. Do not pick the lips or the scabbing that will occur for 5 days. Prior to the procedure It is most important to stay hydrated. Chapped, dry, or cracked lips are more difficult to work on, and often don’t absorb pigment the same way as nourished and moisturized lips would. For 5-7 days before the appointment, you should be drinking lots of water, keeping your lips moisturized with a nourishing lip chap, and exfoliating lips nightly with either a lip scrub or face cloth. We will numb the area prior to lip blushing as well as re-numb half way through the procedure to minimize discomfort. It is also recommended to avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to the appointment and take a Tylenol (if ok’d by your physician as a muscle relaxant) 1 hour before your appointment to further help with discomfort. No coffee 4 hours prior and take an Advil after the procedure for inflammation (if a doctor ok’s). After the procedure If you are experiencing a vast amount of swelling you can apply cold ice packs for 10 mins on and 10 mins off for 1 hour after the procedure. No exercise for 48 hours and up to 7 days if possible as sweat can interfere with the healing process. Prop the head up with a pillow to keep the head elevated during sleep to minimize swelling. How long a Lip Blushing procedure lasts does vary from person to person. After having completed the initial session and having the 6-8 weeks touch-up, the results typically last between 2-3 years. Additional touch-ups will be required to maintain the desired look. Lifestyle is also a big factor that contributes to longevity of lip blushing. Things such as smoking and sun exposure can cause the tattoo to fade quicker than usual or those that use a lot of exfoliating products in their skin care routine may notice the colour fade sooner as well. These clients may need sooner touch-up appointments to help with the longevity.