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Aftercare for Facial Permanent Makeup

Woman applying lip balm as part of permanent makeup aftercare
Caring for your facial permeant makeup requires a dry healing process. Avoid taking long showers, swimming, saunas or sweating during the healing process. Just remember to absorb, wash, and moisturize your permeant makeup area by following these general instructions below. There are also specific aftercare instructions for certain services including lip blushing and permeant eyeliner. This information can be found in the aftercare section on the service pages.

The day of the treatment: Absorb

Apply gentle patting with a damp, clean cotton pads every 10 minutes for the first 2 hours after the service or until oozing has stopped. The purpose is to remove clear lymphatic fluid. Shower as usual, but do not place you face directly into the shower. It is best to sleep with your head elevated and on your back for the first few days of healing. Do not use any cleansing products containing acids or any exfoliants.

Day 2: Wash

Gently wash the pigmented area with mild soap & water 1-2 times per day. With a light touch, use your fingertips to gently cleanse the affected area. Rub the area in a smooth motion for 10 seconds and rinse with water ensuring all soap is washed away. Gently pat with a clean tissue to dry. The area may feel dry or chapped but refrain from moisturizing the area.

Day 3-7: Moisturize

Repeat washing. You can now apply grapeseed oil or Aquaphor using a cotton swap to the treated area 2 x per day. Peeling or sloughing of skin may occur. Please try not to pick at the pigmented area.

Following the aftercare instructions is extremely important to help ensure a successful outcome, minimize risks, and promote optimal healing and longevity. It is essential to consult with your permeant makeup artist and follow our specific instructions. We can provide tailored advice based on your individual needs. It is important to follow up for a touch up in 6-8 weeks to assure that your pigmented area is perfectly even and that the desired effect, symmetry and target color was achieved. Your permeant makeup should last 1-3 years, following your touch up session.

We recommend applying sunscreen with an SPF of 50 or greater to the permeant makeup area once completely healed. Avoid using chemical exfoliants to the pigmented area. Also, do not undergo laser treatments near the treated area, as some lasers may alter the ink color. Additional makeup application will be completely up to you.
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