PMU PRE CARE

For semi permanent makeup pre care and aftercare best results, we recommend the following: 

 • Do not consume alcohol, caffeine or blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish/primrose oil) 48 hours before your procedure to avoid excess bleeding.  

Avoid the following facial procedures 3 to 4 weeks before: 

• Botox and fillers 2 weeks prior 

• Chemical peels (Glycolic, Alpha Hydroxy, Salicylic Acid) 4 weeks

• Exfoliation and retinol product. 2 weeks

• Laser Facials, both ablative and non-ablative, Co2, and IPL laser treatments 4 weeks to 6 weeks

• Brow tinting, waxing/shaping (1 week in advance) If you can leave your brows to grow for a week or so prior, so we can see your natural hair growth.  

• If you arrive with signs of sun burn or exposure, or if your lips are chapped we will unfortunately have to reschedule your appointment and you will forfeit your booking fee.  

If you suffer from cold sores, and you have chosen to receive the Lip blush treatment, we recommend you let your artist know in advance or during your consultation, prior to booking your treatment. (advise will be provided)      

APPOINTMENT DAY.

On your semi permanent makeup treatment day appointment, we ask that you come prepared and follow the points below.   

• Eat a light snack 20 to 30 minutes before arriving and keep hydrated. 

• No intense exercise 2 hours prior to appointment.  

• Be as relaxed as possible. (when you arrive we will make sure you are cosy and warm on our heated treatment couch, with a spa like feel. Nice chilled music and a gorgeous spa candle.  

• Wear relaxed clothing that you can sit and lay down in for an extended period of time  

Upon arrival, what to expect from your semi permanent makeup treatment journey and experience: 

• Recap on your consultation. As artists, we will work with you to design your semi permanent makeup tattoo. Our focus will be to enhance your natural features, the design includes hand - drawn outline shape and individual semi permanent makeup hairstrokes.  

Please feel free to bring photos of tattoo examples that are similar to the look you're hoping for.  

We choose a pigment match based on your skin tone and natural hair colour. We'll also discuss care and healing during this time.  

• Numbing: (30 min) Prior to the semi permanent makeup procedure or earlier if you want to apply your own numbing, a topical aesthetic (5% lidocaine Emla ointment or cream) is applied. We also layer an additional numbing agent during the tattooing to increase your comfort. 

• Semi permanent makeup tattooing: (Duration depends on service)
Your tattoo artist will carefully implant pigment to mimic the appearance of natural hair, lip colour or lash liner within the designed shape.

For semi permanent makeup best results, we recommend the following: 

The results and longevity of your new semi permanent eyebrow tattoo, lip blush tattoo or lash liner tattoo will depend greatly on your aftercare & lifestyle, how you take care of your skin during the healing

process and sun exposure.

Each client's skin can respond differently, both in the length of time it takes to heal and the

number of sessions required to achieve your desired results and colour retention. This can be

due to: skin type, age, health and medication.

This information acts as a guideline only; we cannot guarantee your results.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Immediately following the semi permanent makeup procedure, you may experience minimal discomfort on the treated area or slight redness and swelling.

Many clients describe a similar sensation as a sunburn. Symptoms will subside within 24 to 48 hours.

During the first week, the tattooed area will initially appear to be darker and bolder in colour and more sharply defined than the final result.

Minimal scabbing or flaking of the skin is normal throughout the first few weeks of the healing period. To avoid loss of pigmentation, DO NOT itch or remove scabs. They will naturally fall off on their own.

Semi permanent makeup adjustments and touch-ups can be made only after the healing period is complete. During the healing process, please avoid the following:

Application of makeup on the tattooed area for 2 weeks.

Direct water on the tattoo and the use of cleansers (except lip blush), soaps and heavy creams.

Wash around the areas of permanent makeup not on the area, using a cleaning cloth or oil-free makeup wipe.

Avoid the following:

● Vaseline and any other petroleum based products.

● Activities that will cause sweating for 10 days.

● Swimming pools, hot tubs or other bodies of water for 14 days.

● Facials, facial massage or intensive skin treatments.

● Exposure to the sun and tanning beds can cause fading and discoloration of the

pigment. Once completely healed, always apply sunscreen (30 SPF or greater) on the

treated area.

● Laser light therapy, as it can darken/lighten or distort the pigment. Once completely

healed, always apply sunscreen (30 SPF or greater) on the treated area.

● Laser light therapy, as it can darken/lighten or distort the pigment.

● Exfoliation products, retinol acids or AHA's on the area for 30 days after the

appointment to avoid premature fading.