Lip Blush

Lip blushing is a cosmetic procedure that involves depositing pigments in the lips using small needles. It is a type of semi-permanent cosmetic tattooing that can alter both the shape and color of the lips.

Contraindications

Lip Filler (By needle) wait 2-3 weeks from procedure
Lip Filler (Hyaluronic pen) wait 6-8 weeks from procedure
Under 18 years of age
Allergic to pigmentation and makeup
Pregnant and/or nursing
Glaucoma and/or taking blood thinning medications.
Use of Acutane products, must be 1 year from last treatment
Use of Retin-A products in tattoo area
Taking skin medications and steroids
Diabetic requiring insulin shots
Skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis in the area to be treated
Active skin cancer in the treated area
Undiagnosed rashes or blisters on the treated area
Transmittable blood conditions. For example, Hepatitis or HIV
Heart condition requiring medication
Healing disorders
Currently under or scheduled for chemotherapy must be no less than 6 months from the date of the treatment
Epileptic who has experienced faint spell or seizure
Surgeries including blepharoplasty and/or forehead/brow lift in the last 6 months

The Preparations for the Procedure

♡ If you had got botox recently, it should be at done at least 3 weeks prior to your appointment

♡ Chemical peels done 60 days prior

♡ No retinols/retin-A's or other anti-aging creams or serums containing acids, this will cause tattoo to fade prematurely

♡ Protect area from the sun

♡ Do not take Asprin, Niacin, vitamin E or Ibuprofen 24 hours before

♡ Avoid caffeine (coffee, soda, or tea)

One week prior:
Do:

Moisturize daily
Exfoliate one week prior
Hydrate with water

Avoid:

Vitamin E & Fish Oil
Coloring/tinting lips
Facials/Skin needling

You can also come in with a picture of your makeup of desired lip color as a reference :)

Healing Process

Lip Blush Healing Process - Day by Day Timeline and Stages

Lip Blush Aftercare

Day 1

♡ Blot treated area with a tissue to absorb excess lymph fluid every 5 minutes until the oozing has stopped

♡ After procedure use ice packs 3-4 times for 15 minutes spurts in first day to reduce swollen

♡Drink from a straw the first few days and avoid salty, spicy foodKeep area dry for 24 hours

♡ Gently wash the area with a non-scented soap or cleanser (Cetaphil or Dial Gold Foam Soap) every 2-3 hours until bedtime

♡ After washing apply thin layer of ointment with a cotton swab (Should apply size of a rice grain)

♡ Do not pick, touch, peel, scratch or irritate the tattoo

♡ Do not let other shampoo, soap, lotions or makeup come in contact with tattoo

♡ Keep the area dry from excess water/humidity for 24 hours

Day 2 - 14

♡ Gently wash the area with cleanser every morning and and night

♡ After washing apply thin layer of ointment with a cotton swab (apply ointment total of 3x a day)

♡ Do not over-apply to allow the skin to breathe and heal

♡ Do not pick, touch, peel, scratch or irritate the tattoo

♡ Do not let other shampoo, soap, lotions or makeup come in contact with tattoo

♡ If tattoo is still scabbing/healing, continue aftercare until your tattoo has fully healed

Avoid for 1 week

Submerging the tattoo in water
Sleeping on your face
Avoid face-down swimming and lakes
Avoid topical makeup and sunscreen on the area
Hot tubs, steam rooms, pools, long hot showers
Excessive sweating from physical activities for at leas

Avoid for 2 weeks

Direct sunlight or tanning beds
Anti-aging products, anti-acne products or lightening creams on/near brows
Threading, waxing, or use of hair removal products
Smoke, fumes, areas with airborne debris
Driving in open-air vehicles
Lip Filler by needle

Avoid for 4 weeks

No facials, botox, chemical treatments or microdermabrasion
Laser or chemical treatments/peels

Instructions for Showering

♡ Take fast showers so that you do not create too much steam

♡ Keep your face out of the water while you wash your body, then, at the end of your shower, wash your hair facing away from shower head

♡ Your face should only be getting wet only at the end of the shower

♡ Avoid excessive rinsing and hot water on the treated area

Initial Touch up Appointment (6-8 weeks)

This mandatory touch up appointment is usually scheduled between 6 and 8 weeks ONLY after first-time initial procedures. It's done to ensure the best color saturation and fine tune the shape and color

Your color may look weak seemed it disappeared after scabbing. It's because your new healing skin is still covering the ink, and as it settles, the the color start to emerge. This is because it's harder to see the ink through the thicker layer of healing skin which is why the process of healing is slower and its also less prone to damage. This is also why we do 2 sessions.

Color Boosts (6-24 months)

The healing process is customized to each client. It’s important to realize that every 6 to 24 months, you will need a boost in your color to maintain its vibrant appearance. Your lifestyle can also contribute to the longevity of your tattoo.