semi-permanent makeup

How do I prepare prior to treatment?

Permanent Makeup for the Brows

2 WEEKS BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT

Avoid facials, waxing, dermaplaning, threading, or tinting of the brows.
Refrain from using scrubs, masks, or exfoliants near the brow area.
Do not get filler injections near the brows, temples, or upper face during this window.
Inform your artist if you're prone to keloids, hyperpigmentation (PIH), or sensitive skin conditions such as eczema or rosacea.
48-72 HOURS BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Avoid alcohol and blood-thinning agents, such as:
Aspirin
ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
naproxen
Fish oil
vitamin E
niacin
turmeric
ginger
gingko biloba
(Only discontinue prescribed medications under your doctor's supervision.)
- Limit exposure to saunas, steam rooms, intense exercise, or anything that increases circulation and sweating.
24 HOURS BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Avoid caffeine (coffee, tea, matcha, energy drinks)
Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
Avoid applying makeup, SPF, or skincare products to your brow area the night before and morning of your appointment.
Get a full night's sleep and avoid stress where possible - your skin heals better when your body is rested.

THE DAY OF YOUR APPOINTMENT

Avoid caffeine (coffee, tea, matcha, energy drinks)
Arrive with clean skin and no makeup on or near the brows. Please avoid using moisturizers, sunscreen, or oils on the forehead and brow area.
Eat a light meal before your appointment to help stabilize your blood sugar.
Avoid intense workouts, sweating, or facial treatments.
Do not take sedatives, stimulants, or pain relievers (unless medically prescribed), as these can affect your sensitivity or bleeding.

IMPORTANT NOTES

If you are planning to travel, swim, or be in direct sunlight within 10 days after your procedure, consider rescheduling. Brows must be protected during the healing process.
If you arrive with damaged, inflamed, sunburned, or compromised skin, your artist may need to reschedule your appointment to protect your safety and outcome.
PMU is not advised if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or actively undergoing medical treatment that affects the skin or immune system (such as Accutane or chemotherapy).

PMU FAQ’S

Semi-Permanent Makeup is a 2 step process:
- Treatments are 6-8 weeks apart.
- It is important to complete both the initial procedure and touch-up for desired results and longevity.
- Please book your 6-8 week touch up when you book the initial procedure.

It is IMPERATIVE you complete the follow up treatment. Without it, the results will not be optimal. Color will fade 15-20% within 6 weeks as the skin heals, peels and fades. The follow up corrects any irregularities in the hair strokes, color tones, saturation and finishes the process.
Please make sure to follow ALL pre and post care instructions for the best results! Please note that if you have any contraindications that does not allow us to preform the service the day of your appointment you will be charged. These appointments require planning and are large amounts of time out of both of our days so we want you to be as prepared as possible.

Aftercare for the Brows:

AFTERCARE:

1. Begin by washing your hands. Then use water to dampen a cotton pad and blot the brows, do not wipe of scrub. Be gentle.

2. Gently dry your brows with a paper towel. Do not use a body towel as they carry bacteria.

3. Apply a sheer layer of the balm to your brows—a rice grain amount of the balm should be sufficient for both. Your brows should feel hydrated while also being able to breathe. This helps promote the healing process.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 daily, 2x a day, AM & PM. You may stop using the wash and balm after about 2-3 weeks post procedure once the brows are fully healed.

The aftercare supplies provided in the kit are enough to last through the initial session and touch-up. Should you run out of aftercare products before the estimated healing window is complete, a follow-up kit is available.

The Following Days 2-14:

Do not touch, pick, or scratch the brows. Treat them like you would an open wound. Picking at the scabs can pull the pigment out of the skin!

Do not apply makeup or products onto the brows to avoid infection. When they're fully healed, avoid using anti-aging and acne products on them.

Day of the Procedure:

Keep the brow area dry! This means no sweating or swimming for 10-14 days.

Use the provided shower shields to help keep your brows dry. If you have oily skin, wash your face first or use an alcohol pad to wipe the area of your forehead to ensure the shield sticks properly.

Avoid direct sun exposure (wear a hat)

Once your brows are fully healed, use a clear SPF stick daily on them to protect the pigment from getting bleached by the sun.

Avoid sleeping on your face and change your current pillowcase for a clean one. This will help to avoid premature flaking which could cause loss of pigment. Tip: Use an airplane pillow while sleeping to help avoid waking up on your side or stomach.

WHAT TO AVOID

Do not touch, pick, or scratch the brows.

Treat them like you would an open wound.

Picking at the scabs can pull the pigment out of the skin!

Do not apply makeup or products onto the brows to avoid infection. When they're fully healed, avoid using anti-aging and acne products on them.

Does the application hurt?

We take every precaution necessary to ensure the permanent makeup procedure is as pain free as possible.
- A strong topical anesthetic cream is used during the procedure to keep you as comfortable as possible.
- Some clients find the procedure a little uncomfortable while others report no discomfort at all.

PMU FOR LIPS/LINER:

PERMANENT MAKEUP FOR THE LIPS

LIP BLUSH/LIPSTICK TECHNIQUE... How to prepare prior for your appointment, Aftercare Instructions, 6-8 week Touch up.
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Pre Care Instructions
1. Keep your lips exfoliated.
2. Keep your lips moisturized.
3. If you are prone to cold sores please take anti viral medication 2 days prior to treatment, the day of treatment and 2 days after. This must be prescribed by your doctor.
4. Lip injections need to be done 4 weeks prior or 4 weeks after the Lip Blush treatment.
The following is a list of contraindications for these treatments:
- Under 18 years of age.
- Diabetes (increased chance of infection if it is not controlled.)
- Pregnant women
- Skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema and undiagnosed rashes or blisters on the site that is to be treated.
- History of cold sores (if so, consult with your physician. Many clients avoid coldsore breakouts by taking an antiviral prior to their appointment. This applies to lips and eyeliner PMU.
- Allergies to makeup or colors.
- Easily triggered post inflammatory hyper pigmentation or prone to Keloid Scarring.
- Transmittable blood conditions like HIV or Hepatitis.
- Active skin cancer in the area to be tattooed.
- Hemophiliac
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure or mitral valve disorder. ( CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN.)
- Accutane, chemotherapy within the last 6 months.
  AFTERCARE
  
  1. Aftercare balm will be given and needs to be used frequently for up to 1 week. Please do not use any other products on your lips for the first week.
  2. NO PICKING... the skin needs time to heal. Picking will ensure that you will loose pigment. Let the dry skin slough off naturally.
  3. Avoid spicy or acidic foods the first couple days after treatment.
  4. If you are prone to cold sores please take anti viral medication 2 days prior to treatment, the day of treatment and 2 days after. This must be prescribed by your doctor. * Minor swelling/bruising can happen and subsides within 24 hours after treatment.
  5. Please avoid direct and prolonged sun exposure on lips during the first week of healing.
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  Recommended 6-8 week Touch up!
  Please book a touch up appointment 6-8 weeks after your initial. This ensures that the lips are perfect and will stay that way for up to 2-3 years. This allows us to add more saturation and touch up any areas that are needed.
  Please make sure to follow ALL pre and post care instructions for the best results! Please note that if you have any contraindications that does not allow us to preform the service the day of your appointment you will be charged. These appointments require planning and are large gaps out of our day so we want you to be as prepared as possible.

Permanent Makeup for the Lash Line.

Lash Line Enhancement…How to prepare prior for your appointment, Aftercare Instructions, 6-8 week Touch up.
Pre Care Instructions
Discontinue the use of Lash Serums 1 week before your treatment or touch up. This is imperative as we may not be able to do the procedure and you will be charged.
FOR LASH LINE ENHANCEMENT PMU ONLY…. PLEASE MAKE SURE LASH EXTENSIONS ARE PROFESSIONALLY TAKEN OFF 1 WEEK PRIOR TO TREATMENT, LASH TINTING IS DONE 1 WEEK PRIOR AND LASH LIFTS ARE DONE AT LEAST 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO PMU FOR LASH LINE ENHANCEMENT. This is imperative as we will not be able to do the procedure and you will be charged. Lash extensions, lash tinting and lash lifts can be preformed 3 weeks after PMU but are not recommended until 3 weeks after your final touch up session.
Please do not have contacts in your eyes when coming in for this treatment.
Any surgeries around the eye need to be done at least 6 months prior to treatment.
The following is a list of contraindications for these treatments:
- Under 18 years of age.
- Diabetes (increased chance of infection if it is not controlled.)
- Pregnant women
- Skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema and undiagnosed rashes or blisters on the site that is to be treated.
- History of cold sores (if so, consult with your physician. Many clients avoid coldsore breakouts by taking an antiviral prior to their appointment. This applies to lips and eyeliner PMU.
- Allergies to makeup or colors.
- Easily triggered post inflammatory hyper pigmentation or prone to Keloid Scarring.
- Transmittable blood conditions like HIV or Hepatitis.
- Active skin cancer in the area to be tattooed.
- Hemophiliac
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure or mitral valve disorder. ( CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN.)
- Accutane, chemotherapy within the last 6 months.
- Glaucoma, uncontrolled eye disorders or ocular herpes. ( CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN.)
  Aftercare Instructions
  Day 1- Do not touch the eyes, you may ice to help with swelling, do not apply ice directly to skin. Do not wash or saturate the eyes in water. Keep them as dry as possible. You may take an anti inflammatory after treatment to help with swelling. You may take a damp qtip to remove lymph in the lash line. You will have shields to avoid water from the shower on your eyes for the first 7 days.
  Day 2- Eyes can still be slightly swollen, skin will start to feel dry, you will have an aftercare balm you can lightly apply onto the lash Line until the dryness commences. This typically takes up to 2 weeks. Do not apply a heavy layer of balm or do it more than 2x a day. This can cause premature loss of pigment.
  Day 1-7 - Avoid excessive water in this area, makeup, sweating, saunas, pools, direct sun exposure. Do not pull or pick at scabs. Do not apply anything to the lash line other then your aftercare balm.
  Day 7-14- Continue to apply balm as needed if you are still experiencing dryness. Please do not wear eye makeup until after 2 weeks post treatment.
  Do not use exfoliants like acids, retinols or lightening topicals on the lash line as this will cause it to fade quicker. Wear sunglasses when in the sun for prolonged periods of time.
Recommended 6-8 week Follow up!
Please book a follow up appointment 6-8 weeks after your initial. This ensures that the liner is perfect and will stay that way for up to 2-3 years. This allows us to add more saturation and touch up any areas that are needed.
Please make sure to follow ALL pre and post care instructions for the best results! Please note that if you have any contraindications that does not allow us to preform the service the day of your appointment you will be charged. These appointments require planning and are large gaps out of our day so we want you to be as prepared as possible.