Lip blush

It is a lip tattoo that enhances and defines your lip color and shape. It can help enhance and even out natural color, or add color if you are lacking pigment. Your lips will look darker and more like lipstick on the first day, and soften as they heal to become a subtle, natural looking lip tint.

Results will always vary from person to person, after your initial session and the touch up, your results should last between 2-5 years. Additional touch ups may be required depending on the person and look desired. Permanent makeup pigments are not the same as body tattoo ink, so by design it does not last as long.

• There will be moderate swelling, redness and bruising for the first 2-3 days.
• Apply a Ziploc bag filled with water and ice for no more than 15 minutes at a time to reduce swelling.
• During the initial healing period, there should be minimal scabbing or flaking of the skin. If there is scabbing or flaking, do not pick, and allow the scab or dry skin to come off on its own.
• Expect the color to lighten by up to 40% once the healing process is complete.
• Color may appear uneven at different stages of healing. Be patient. This is a process that does not yield immediate results.

Pain levels vary from person to person. A prescription strength topical anesthetic cream (Lidocaine + Tetracaine) is used before and during your procedure to keep you as pain free as possible. Most clients say they feel little to no discomfort during their appointment..

Lip Blushing is not for everyone. Please read the contraindications list carefully. 

• You are a smoker (pigment may not retain properly, colors may distort)
• You have history of MRSA
• You have psoriasis in the treatment area.
• You have an auto-immune disease.
• You have thyroid/graves disease (medication may cause pigment to not retain properly). 
• You have anemia (pigment may not retain well).
• You have a history of keloid or hypertrophic scarring.
• You are currently undergoing chemotherapy.
• You are pregnant or nursing.
• You have Diabetes type 1 or 2 (due to slow healing and infection, color may or may not retain well).
• If you are prone to cold sores, please see instructions below.

If you are prone to cold sores, lip tattooing CAN cause an outbreak which can result in loss of pigment. We ask that our clients take their prescribed anti-viral medication starting 48-72 hours prior to their appointment and after the procedure to prevent an outbreak. Don't worry, you can still have lip blushing done; we just want to ensure you get the best results possible! If you have an outbreak, or any other type of scratch or sore, we ask that you reschedule your appointment as soon as possible. If you show up with any type of outbreak your appointment will be cancelled and you will forfeit your booking fee.

Please note: even if none of the above apply, perfect results cannot be guaranteed. This is a cosmetic tattooing procedure and the skin can be unpredictable. Generally, results are successful, however, due to skin type, healing or bleeding during procedure, some results may differ.

• Do not take aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oils, vitamin E, niacin, or drink excessive alcohol at least 48 hours prior to and after your procedure.
• Do not take any prescription blood thinners at least 48 hours prior to and after your procedure.
• Discontinue any vitamin A skin care products (Retin-A, retinols) close to the enhancement area at least two weeks prior to your procedure. **I recommend NOT using these products over or around the tattooed area after you receive your cosmetic tattoo. It could cause fading and distortion of color.**
• Discontinue use of AHA (chemical exfoliation) skin care products close to the area to be tattooed at least one week prior to your procedure.
• No laser or electrolysis on or around the treatment area one week prior to procedure.
• No Botox or fillers in the procedure area less than four weeks prior.
• Plan trips or events a minimum of 14 days after the procedure.
• Limit the amount of caffeine you consume the morning of your appointment.
• Do not have any chemical peels, dermabrasions, mesotherapy, or any other intense treatments which will cause faster skin cell rejuvenating and cause skin irritation 3-4 weeks before procedure.
• If you have been on prescription Accutane in the past, you MUST wait at least one year before considering this procedure.
• It is highly recommended that you avoid sun and/or tanning bed exposure for 30 days before and after your procedure. If you show up for your appointment with a sunburn, you will need to reschedule and will forfeit your booking fee.
• Bring in your favorite lip color if you have a specific color your wanting to achieve
• If you have existing cosmetic tattooing, please contact me before booking your appointment.