Permanent Cosmetics Aftercare
Here's how to take care of your permanent makeup!
Powder Brows
1. **Keep the area dry:** Avoid getting the treated area wet for the first 7-10 days. This means no swimming, saunas, hot tubs, or excessive sweating.
2. **Use a gentle cleanser:** After the initial healing period, you can start gently cleansing the area with a mild, fragrance-free cleanser.
3. **Apply ointment:** Follow the technician's advice on applying a thin layer of aftercare ointment to keep the skin moisturized and promote healing. Don't overapply.
4. **Avoid picking or scratching:** It's crucial not to pick at the scabs that may form as the area heals. Let them fall off naturally to avoid scarring and pigment loss.
5. **Avoid makeup:** Refrain from applying makeup to the treated area until it's fully healed.
6. **Avoid direct sunlight:** Protect the area from direct sunlight and tanning beds during the healing process.
7. **Avoid intense physical activity:** Avoid activities that cause excessive sweating and strain on the treatment area during the initial healing period.
8. **Follow the touch-up schedule:** Powder brows often require a touch-up appointment 4-8 weeks after the initial treatment. This is when any necessary adjustments can be made.
Eye Liner
1. **Keep the area dry:** Avoid getting the tattooed eyeliner wet for the first 5-7 days. This includes preventing water from directly contacting the treated area.
2. **Use a gentle cleanser:** After the initial healing period, you can start gently cleansing the eyelids with a mild, fragrance-free cleanser. Use a clean cotton pad to dab the area.
3. **Apply ointment:** Use a recommended aftercare ointment to keep the area moisturized. Apply a thin layer as advised by your technician to prevent excessive dryness.
4. **Avoid rubbing or touching:** Refrain from rubbing or touching the tattooed eyeliner to prevent irritation or infection. Be careful when washing your face or applying skincare products.
5. **Avoid makeup:** Avoid using eye makeup, including mascara and eyeliner, on the treated area until it's fully healed.
6. **Avoid direct sunlight:** Protect your eyes from direct sunlight by wearing sunglasses and using a wide-brimmed hat. Sun exposure can cause fading and color changes.
7. **Avoid swimming and saunas:** Steer clear of swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms during the healing process.
8. **Follow the touch-up schedule:** Tattooed eyeliner often requires a touch-up appointment around 4-8 weeks after the initial treatment. This is when any necessary adjustments can be made.
9. **Use caution with eye products:** Be cautious with eye products, such as serums and creams, to prevent them from coming into contact with the treated area. Refrain from retinol cream for 2 weeks. No makeup to the area for minimum of one week.
10. **Avoid oily products:** Avoid using oily skincare products or makeup removers near the tattooed eyeliner, as they can cause the pigment to fade.
11. **Stay away from pets:** Avoid close contact with pets, as their fur can introduce bacteria to the healing area.
Lip Blushing
1. **Keep the area dry:** Avoid getting the treated area wet for the first 5-7 days. This includes avoiding water contact, saliva, and any other liquids.
2. **Use a gentle cleanser:** After the initial healing period, you can gently clean the lips with a mild, fragrance-free cleanser. Use a clean cotton pad to dab the area, rather than rubbing.
3. **Apply ointment:** Use a recommended aftercare ointment or balm to keep the lips moisturized. Apply a thin layer as needed throughout the day to prevent excessive dryness.
4. **Avoid picking or peeling:** It's important not to pick at any dry or peeling skin that may occur during the healing process. Let it naturally exfoliate to avoid color loss.
5. **Avoid direct sunlight:** Protect your lips from direct sunlight by using a lip balm with SPF when going outside. Sun exposure can cause fading and color changes.
6. **Avoid makeup and lip products:** Refrain from applying any makeup or lip products, including lipstick and lip gloss, on the treated area until it's fully healed.
7. **Avoid spicy or hot foods:** For the first few days, try to avoid consuming hot or spicy foods as they can irritate the healing lips.
8. **Be cautious with hot liquids:** Be careful while consuming hot beverages, as steam or contact with hot
Freckles
1. **Keep the area dry:** Avoid getting the freckle tattooed area wet for the first 24-48 hours. This includes preventing water from directly contacting the treated area.
2. **Avoid touching:** Refrain from touching, rubbing, or picking at the treated area to prevent irritation and infection.
3. **Use a gentle cleanser:** After the initial healing period, you can start gently cleansing the area with a mild, fragrance-free cleanser. Be gentle and pat the area dry.
4. **Apply aftercare balm:** Use a recommended aftercare balm or ointment to keep the skin moisturized. Apply a thin layer as advised by your technician to prevent dryness.
5. **Avoid makeup:** Avoid applying makeup or skincare products directly on the tattooed freckles until the area is fully healed.
6. **Avoid sun exposure:** Protect the treated area from direct sunlight by wearing a wide-brimmed hat and using sunscreen. Sun exposure can cause fading and affect the appearance of the freckles.
7. **Avoid swimming and saunas:** Steer clear of swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms during the initial healing period.
8. **Be patient with scabbing:** It's normal for small scabs to form over the tattooed freckles. Let them fall off naturally to avoid disrupting the pigment.
9. **Avoid intense physical activity:** Refrain from activities that cause excessive sweating, as sweat can affect the healing process.
10. **Follow touch-up recommendations:** Depending on the technique and your skin's response, a touch-up session might be needed to perfect the freckle appearance. Follow your technician's recommendations for touch-up appointments.
11. **Avoid harsh exfoliation:** Be gentle with your skincare routine and avoid using harsh exfoliants or products that could scrub away the pigment.