Do not consume any caffeine or alcohol for 24 hours before your appointment. This includes coffee, energy drinks, pre-workout and tea. Do not take fish oils for a week before your treatment. Caffeine, alcohol & fish oils act as a blood thinner, causing you to potentially bleed during the process. This will stop the cosmetic tattoo pigment from holding in the skin during the tattoo process!

You should be using a lip scrub and lip balm every day for ONE WEEK leading up to your appointment. Lip scrub daily with a mix of sugar and olive/coconut oil (make up a small jar of 1 tbsp of sugar and 1 tsp of your chosen oil, alternatively you can purchase a lip scrub but this recipe does just the same!) and use this daily. You should also be using an ultra-hydrating & moisturising lip balm to get those lips smooth & soft! This allows the pigment to go into the skin easily, as well as the numbing cream to be effective.

If you suffer from cold sores you will need to take anti-viral tablets 1 week before and after the appointment. This is to stop the risk of infection! A cosmetic lip tattoo will trigger an outbreak if you do suffer from cold sores, so it is highly recommended that you take these tablets! Even if you do not suffer from cold sores it is always a good idea to take anti-viral medication too.

You won't be able to heavily exercise (cause the face to sweat), use a sauna, swim or tan for ONE week. Moderate exercise is fine.

Facials & skin peels should be avoided for one week pre & post tattooing.

Lip filler should be done 1 month before or 2 months after your lip blush appointment.

You may experience hypersensitivity and more pain around or before your menstrual cycle.

After your lip appointment, expect your lips to feel swollen and very dry. Apply ointment multiple times a day for at least 14 days following the treatment to prevent dryness, which can interfere with the healed color. Use a clean q-tip, not your fingers, to apply the ointment and reduce the risk of infection. Once your lips are no longer tender, they may become flaky. This is normal, but avoid picking or scratching at them as it can reduce pigment absorption.

Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, and direct water pressure until your lips are fully healed. Use sunblock on your lips once they have healed and avoid using glycolic, hydroxy, or fruit acid products. You can resume wearing lipstick after healing. Redness, swelling, tenderness, and dryness are common post-treatment side effects that will dissipate shortly. Avoid oily, salty, acidic foods, and alcohol during the healing process.Please note that lips are unpredictable, and some clients may require a touch-up session to achieve the desired results. Results can vary based on individual factors such as sun damage, scar tissue, and implants. If you have a history of fever blisters, cold sores, or chickenpox, it is advised to consult a doctor for anti-viral medication prior to the procedure.

Healing time: 5 - 7 days

Your lips will appear a lot darker and more intense than what they will look like once healed. You need to trust the healing process! Over the first few days they will be at their darkest. They might scab and flake, this is completely normal. While they heal, this will fade to reveal a much lighter colour. The lips tend to fade around 70-80%! Please keep in mind that everyone’s skin will heal differently! The true color of the tattoo will not be revealed until after 4 weeks. The touch up is then completed to perfect any areas that need some extra attention, as well as add more color if needed.

To neutralize the darker tones, this may take anywhere from 1-4 sessions. Please be aware of this before you book. You will not be able to achieve your desired color in one session only. It is recommended that warmer colors are used, rather than cooler-toned colors.

If you suffer from hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation or keloid scarring, this unfortunately may not be a possible option for you.