Pre Care
What to Expect Before and After Your Appointment
Below are guidelines to follow for pre and post care. These guidelines are very important to follow to achieve optimal healed results.
Here's how to get your skin ready for the procedure:
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Do not have any type of facial / peel 2 weeks prior to treatment.
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Discontinue Vitamin A / Retinol products one month prior to treatment.
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Do not work out on the day of the procedure.
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Do not have Botox or Fillers 3 weeks prior.
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Do not take Fish Oil or Vitamin E one week prior (natural blood thinners).
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Do not drink alcohol 24 to 48 hours before your procedure.
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Do not consume caffeine the day of your treatment.
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Do not take Aspirin or ibuprofen for pain relief (this thins the blood).
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Do not pick / tweeze / wax / perform electrolysis 24 to 48 hours prior to your procedure.
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Electrolysis should not be done for a week prior to your procedure.
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Do not tint your eyebrows 3 days before the procedure.
Post Care
Post treatment care makes 50% of the total treatment success. Conscientiously adhere to the given advice because if not, you can risk losing up to 80% of the tattoo. At the end of your session, we will provide you with an after care kit that has everything you need for the 7-10 day healing process. This may vary per skin type, but 10 days is recommended for the best results.
Important Reminders For The First 7-10 Days:
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Wash brows gently with water twice a day for the first 2 days with a Q-tip. On the 3rd day, apply a very thin layer of the ointment on your eyebrows to keep them moist when dry and itchy using a dabbing movement up to 2 times a day for 7 days a week.
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Always make sure your hands are completely clean before caring for your eyebrows, or use a lint-free cotton swabs.
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Absolutely no water contact besides the first 2 days on the brows till fully healed.
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When showering, keep the face away from the shower head and avoid hot or steamy showers.
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No sweating or excessive exercise for 7 days.
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Avoid topical makeup and sunscreen on the brow area for 7 days.
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No facials, botox, chemical peels or microdermabrasions for 4 weeks.
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No major sun exposure or tanning for 4 weeks.
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Do not pick, peel or scratch off any scabs that may have formed. This will cause the pigment to
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come out and can cause scarring in the area.