Disclaimer

If you’ve never had any permanent cosmetic makeup applied before, consultations are NOT required, and you may book an appointment after reading the following information. Please read below carefully and thoroughly and treat it as an “online consultation.” Failing to follow the instructions and requirements below will result in your appointment being canceled and your reservation fee being forfeited.

Cosmetic tattoo results are never guaranteed and can be affected by mature age, poor diet, stress, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, age, general health, sleep/fatigue. In addition to your overall health, time spent in the sun will also play a factor in fading/healing and the final appearance of the cosmetic tattoo. You may need a touch-up session or multiple touch-up sessions to achieve your desired results.

Medical Contraindications That Will Require A Doctor’s Clearance

• Epilepsy

• Diabetes

• Current or completed chemotherapy treatment (within the last 2 years)

• Artificial heart valves

• Heart, blood, and/or liver disorders/disease

Medical Contraindications That Will Prevent Us From Performing Service

• Allergies to dyes and/or numbing agents

• Uncontrolled hemophilia

• HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, lupus, any immune disease/disorder, active staph/MRSA infections, and uncontrolled blood pressure issues: we don’t anticipate desirable healed results when any of these concerns are present, and we can not ensure that this will be a safe procedure for those with compromised immune systems.

• Accutane usage within the last year: the skin will be too thin/delicate to achieve a desirable healed result.

• Current antibiotic use.

• Active psoriasis/eczema breakouts within 1” of the area to be treated

• Current steroid use

• History of keloid scarring after even minor injuries

• Pregnancy and/or breastfeeding: As tattoo inks/pigments are not regulated by FDA, we cannot assume responsibility for the effects that they may have on non-consenting minors. Additionally, anytime the skin is broken, there is a risk of infection. We cannot use numbing agents on pregnant/breastfeeding clients.

• Blepharoplasty - Removal of the excess skin on the eyelid. Pushing on and around the area too soon can cause issues with healing for both services. You must wait a minimum of 6 months post-op.

List Of Medications You Cannot Take While Getting A Cosmetic Tattoo

Taking certain medications can effect your skin and the way it heals. Taking many different medications at once will also make it harder to predict the effectiveness of a permanent make-up procedure (No, it’s not the same as a regular tattoo).

The following medications will prevent proper pigment retention and if you take any of these regularly, you should NOT get permanent make-up.

***Please don’t discontinue taking any of your medications without speaking with your doctor***

• Lexapro

• Adderall

• Accutane

• Advil, Aleve, Motrin, Excederin, Ibuprofen, Aspirin

• ANY BLOOD THINNERS

• Apixaban (Eliquis)

• Dabigatran (Pradaxia)

• Edoxaban (Savaysa)

• Heparin

• Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)

• Warfarin

• Triflusal (Disgren)

• Clopidogrel (Plavix)

• Prasugrel (Effient)

• Ticagrelor (Brilinta)

• Ticlopidine (Ticlid)

• Cilostazol (Pletal)

• Vorapaxar (Zontivity)

• Dipyridamole (Persantine)

• Coumadin

• Minomycin (or any other Tetracycline - related medication)

• Anti-rejection medications

Restrictions

• Lash growth serums: You must be “OFF” prescription serums for 4 weeks prior to your service, and “OFF” over-the-counter serums for 4 weeks prior. (3 months is ideal to avoid) To protect your investment, do not continue using lash growth serums until 4 weeks after your liner touchup.

• Do not wear contact lenses to your appointment.

• In the 3 days prior to your service, you may want to begin a regimen of Arnica tablets (found at Wholefoods) & pineapple. Both of these will help to prevent excess swelling, which means a better-healed result. (Always consult your doctor before using any new vitamins or supplements.)

• If you wear lash extensions, they must be removed no less than 1 week before the service appointment. To protect your investment, keep extensions off until at least 3 weeks after your touchup.

• If you are not certain you can stay relaxed and in control of your eye movements throughout your service (no squinting, squeezing, fluttering, or opening unexpectedly), you may want to partner with your PCP to discuss an anxiety-reduction plan for the day of your service. The risks of permanent eyeliner services are magnified when clients cannot relax, and your safety is the number one priority.

Preparing For Your Service

• Remove any piercings obstructing the area to be treated.

• Do not exercise on the day or your service.

• Avoid caffeine, coffee, tea, energy drinks, alcohol, pre-workout drinks, soda, boba, vitamin E, Advil, and ibuprofen for 24hrs prior.

• Do not take fish oil or CBD oil for 1 week prior.

• Do not have electrolysis, laser hair removal, or any waxing done in the area within 1 week prior in case of burning/irritation.

• Minimize sun exposure and avoid tanning beds/booths for 2 weeks prior (we cannot work on sunburnt skin).

• Do not have Botox or fillers done within 2 weeks prior.

• Do not use retinol or retin-A products on the face within 3 weeks prior.

• Take extra precautions 2 weeks prior to ensure there will be no broken skin or lesions in the area to be treated.

• If you are on an aspirin regimen, please speak with your doctor about possibly taking a break for the 2 weeks leading up to each service (initial and touchup). If possible, this will mean a much better-healed result. If you’re unable to take a break, we can still perform the service, but may have to alter it and cannot guarantee optimal results.

• Do not schedule any spa-grade peels within 6 weeks prior.

• Please hydrate yourself adequately as much as possible to help prep the skin for easier pigment implantation.

What To Expect Post Procedure

Most clients leave their liner appointment with slightly swollen lids. This is a normal reaction and nothing to be concerned about. Swelling and redness can be a bit worse the following morning but typically starts to subside within a few days. Swollen lids may also appear asymmetrical. Light peeling can occur between days 3-10. When the peeling is complete, the liner can often look much lighter. By the time the skin fully healed through each layer (4-6 weeks), the color will have blossomed back up a bit.

Do’s

• Days 1-5: Wipe the area with a damp cotton ball twice daily. Throughout the entire healing process (Day 1 until peeling is completed, or Day 7 if peeling doesn’t occur).

• Day 1: Keep the area dry. Many clients like to ice the area to reduce swelling, just be sure to keep a clean towel between the skin and the ice.

• Day 2: Still keep the skin dry. It is normal for swelling to continue throughout day 2, but typically starts to improve by the end of the day.

• Day 3: ONLY IF NEEDED…..Begin applying a very thin layer of provided aftercare ointment with clean hands, as needed. Be sure to keep the ointment extremely thin, the skin should feel hydrated, but not look wet. Oversaturation can cause pigment to be pushed out. Peeling and very light scabbing is normal, as is asymmetry throughout healing.

The liner can not be judged until 5 weeks out, and at your 6-week touchup, we will perfect it.

If at any point you experience discomfort or signs of infection, contact both your PMU Artist and Primary Care Doctor immediately. Never attempt to alter your own cosmetic tattoo.

Don’ts

• Avoid saunas, steam rooms, tanning beds, excessive steam, excessive sweating, and direct streams of water.

• Do not apply makeup or skincare within 1” of the area.

• Stay out of the sun, pool/ocean, or spray tan booth. It’s critical to avoid very hot showers or baths, to prevent pigment migration (color bleeding under the skin). You should not be exposed to ANY steam, from a hot shower, oven, etc.

• Do not pick, peel, scratch, or unnecessarily touch the area at all.

• Avoid indefinitely retinol, acids, exfoliants within 1”, and unprotected sun exposure.