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Care and Recovery

Before Your Appointment

What to avoid 2 days prior to all procedures:

  • Blood thinners 

  • Alcohol

  • Caffeine

  • No tanning or heavy sun exposure to your face 

  • Avoid strenuous exercise 

  • What else to avoid: 

  • Accutane/Retinol A individuals who are and have been taking acne medications such as Accutane or Retinol A within the last year have an altered skin condition that will not heal well after the procedure. It’s very important that you wait and notify me if you have taken such medications. 

Avoid:

  • Tweezing, waxing,or tinting your eyebrows 48 hours prior to your procedure. 

  • Don’t have electrolysis within 5 days before procedure 

  • Wait at least 2 weeks after procedure to resume your normal method of hair removal. 

  • Avoid Botox treatment 3  weeks prior your procedure. ( you want your muscles to remain in a normal state to avoid innacurate shaping) 

Lip Care:

  • If you have ever had a cold sore, it is required to use a medication 3 days prior your lip procedure. Contact your Doctor to get a prescription. 

  • If an outbreak occurs after a procedure pigment in the affected areas may be lost. 

After Your Appointment: Healing and Care

Eyebrows: 

Your semi-permanent tattoo is a multi-step healing experience. Don’t be alarmed if your results change during this time this is completely normal and part of achieving your final, beautiful outcome.

Days 1–3: Bold & Defined

Immediately after your appointment, the treated area will appear darker, sharper, and more intense than expected. You may also experience mild redness, swelling, or tenderness. This is temporary and will begin to settle within a few days.

Days 4–7: Flaking & Peeling

As your skin begins to heal, you’ll notice light scabbing, dryness, or flaking. The color may look uneven or patchy during this phase. It’s very important to avoid picking or scratching, as this can affect your results.

Days 7–14: Fading Phase

At this stage, your pigment may appear significantly lighter or even faded. This is often called the “ghosting phase” and is a natural part of the healing process as your skin regenerates.

Weeks 3–6: Color Bloom

The pigment will gradually resurface and soften, revealing a more natural and balanced result. This is when you’ll begin to see your true healed color.

Aftercare is Everything:

Proper aftercare plays a huge role in your final results. To ensure the best healing:
•    Keep the area clean 
•    Avoid sun exposure, sweating, swimming, and makeup on the treated area
•    Do not pick, rub, or disturb the skin
•    Follow all aftercare instructions provided

Perfecting Session

A touch-up appointment is typically required 6–8 weeks after your initial session. This allows us to refine shape, adjust color, and perfect your results once your skin is fully healed.

Your Final Results

Once healed, your semi-permanent tattoo will appear softer, more natural, and beautifully blended typically 30–50% lighter than the initial application.

Every client heals differently based on skin type, lifestyle, and adherence to aftercare.

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