PERMANENT COSMETICS AFTERCARE
HELPING THE HEALING PROCESS & ENHANCING THE RESULTS
For the first week:
1) Use the provided Vitamin A&D ointment for aftercare 3 times a day (lubrication helps maximize the retention of colour.
After first week you are able to lubricate the area you can use natural oils such as coconut oil, olive oil, avocado oil just to name a few.
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES:
Preventing Infection:
1) Avoid excessive sweating, when sweat enters an open wound, it can lead to infection. Avoid any strenuous activity that involves this. If sweating does occur do not be alarmed, just clean the area thoroughly.
2) Avoid sun exposure/ UV rays for up to 6 weeks to prevent fading and premature exfoliation of the skin
3) Do not peel or pick the itchy area, If itchy use a cool cotton pad and dab then pat dry.
4) Keep fingers away from the newly treated area.
5) Do not use any cosmetics on the affected area. It may clog the pores and possibly cause discomfort.
6) Use clean Q-tips to apply the ointment.
PREVENTING FADING OR LOSS OF COLOUR:
1) Keep the area moisturized with the aftercare ointment.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
SWELLING
This will vary depending on how sensitive your skin is. A good indication of how your skin will react to permanent makeup is to compare it with what your skin normally looks like after you receive any kind of skin irritation (vaccination, bug bite, or cut). Water retention or salt intake the day of or prior to the procedure may also affect how much swelling you have.
It is normal for a large amount of the pigment to exfoliate off during the first week of the healing process (Brows: 20%-30%, Eyeliner: 40%-50%, Lips: 60%-70%). The affected area will be bold for one week, appear light following the flaking stage, as the true size and colour doesn’t fully settle/surface until week 4-6 (even though it will appear to be healed by day 7). Continue to use aftercare products until you return for your touch-up treatment.
EXCESSIVE SWELLING
Although rare, excessive swelling or an allergic reaction may occur. If excessive swelling occurs, you should consult your doctor. If an allergic reaction causes difficulty in breathing and/or swallowing, call 911 or go to the emergency room immediately.
If you have any questions or concerns following your appointment.
Please email us at [email protected] or call 306-651-2769
For the first week:
1) Use the provided Vitamin A&D ointment for aftercare 3 times a day (lubrication helps maximize the retention of colour.
After first week you are able to lubricate the area you can use natural oils such as coconut oil, olive oil, avocado oil just to name a few.
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES:
Preventing Infection:
1) Avoid excessive sweating, when sweat enters an open wound, it can lead to infection. Avoid any strenuous activity that involves this. If sweating does occur do not be alarmed, just clean the area thoroughly.
2) Avoid sun exposure/ UV rays for up to 6 weeks to prevent fading and premature exfoliation of the skin
3) Do not peel or pick the itchy area, If itchy use a cool cotton pad and dab then pat dry.
4) Keep fingers away from the newly treated area.
5) Do not use any cosmetics on the affected area. It may clog the pores and possibly cause discomfort.
6) Use clean Q-tips to apply the ointment.
PREVENTING FADING OR LOSS OF COLOUR:
1) Keep the area moisturized with the aftercare ointment.
- Preventing fever & blisters (Lips)
- For the first week AVOID: steam (baths, facials, hot tubs), heat (sun, sweating, heavy cooking), direct water exposure (stand backwards in the shower, wash face with a cloth around the area, salt water).
WHAT TO EXPECT:
SWELLING
This will vary depending on how sensitive your skin is. A good indication of how your skin will react to permanent makeup is to compare it with what your skin normally looks like after you receive any kind of skin irritation (vaccination, bug bite, or cut). Water retention or salt intake the day of or prior to the procedure may also affect how much swelling you have.
- Eyeliner: the eyelid may be red, puffy or swollen similar to what you may experience after a good cry.
- Eyebrow: you may feel tightness in the area or have a slight headache.
- Lips: your lip will feel extremely tender and sensitive. You will experience chapped and possibly swollen lips.
It is normal for a large amount of the pigment to exfoliate off during the first week of the healing process (Brows: 20%-30%, Eyeliner: 40%-50%, Lips: 60%-70%). The affected area will be bold for one week, appear light following the flaking stage, as the true size and colour doesn’t fully settle/surface until week 4-6 (even though it will appear to be healed by day 7). Continue to use aftercare products until you return for your touch-up treatment.
EXCESSIVE SWELLING
Although rare, excessive swelling or an allergic reaction may occur. If excessive swelling occurs, you should consult your doctor. If an allergic reaction causes difficulty in breathing and/or swallowing, call 911 or go to the emergency room immediately.
If you have any questions or concerns following your appointment.
Please email us at [email protected] or call 306-651-2769