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Lips

Pre-Care

  • The lips are delicate; avoid all alcohol consumption for 48 hours to reduce swelling. You can also prepare for the appointment by taking an Arnica tablet starting 24 hours before your appointment time.

  • If you are prone to oral cold sores, it is advised to start oral anti-virals seven days before the appointment and continue them three days after to prevent an outbreak

  • At least one year for discontinued use of Accutane.

AT LEAST 2-4 WEEKS BEFORE

  • If you plan on getting filler, it MUST be done at least two weeks before because of swelling and bruising.

  • At least four weeks to discontinue the use of retinol.

AT LEAST 1 WEEK BEFORE

  • HYDRATE! Drink lots of water, as this will help reduce dryness on your lips.

  • Fun Fact: First sign of dehydration will be seen on the lips

  • If you have severe dry, flaky lips, gently exfoliate nightly for at least two weeks with a gentle lip scrub 1-2 times a week, followed by a lip treatment.

  • SUGGESTION: Fresh sugar lip serum advanced therapy, Lineage Lip Sleeping Mask, Bite Beauty agave Lip Mask.

  • SUGGESTION: Take arnica pills a week to a few days before to help reduce inflammation, swelling, and bruising before the session and after

48 HOURS BEFORE

  • Please AVOID the following, as it will increase the risk of bleeding and bruising or can lead to tenderness.

  • No alcohol

  • No caffeine

  • No aspirin, ibuprofen

  • No fish oil

  • No Niacin

  • No vitamin E

NIGHT BEFORE

  • Exfoliate and add lip treatment to hydrate lips

  • Avoid oils on lips as they will clog pores, reducing pigment retention

After Care 

  • Do not pick, scratch, lick, pull, tear, or try to remove the peeling in any way. You will experience color loss if you do so.

  • Do not smoke during the healing process.

  • Do not get toothpaste or mouthwash on your lips. This can remove pigment.

  • Do not let any makeup, lotions, or soap touch your lips.

  • Clean the lips by dabbing them with filtered water and clean Q-tips. Do this gently. If you need to use a finger to clean them, make sure you have throughly washed your hands right before.

  • Apply a sheer layer of A&D vitamin ointment to the lips consistently throughout the day. Keep them hydrated and moisturized at all times. This will help accelerate the healing process.

  • Apply a thicker layer of A&D before you brush your teeth, take a shower, prior to eating, and first thing when you wake up.

  • For the first five days, use minimal amounts of toothpaste.

  • Use a straw to drink liquids for the first five days.

  • Avoid foods that are salty and spicy.

  • Avoid eating foods that could cause friction to the lips.

  • Color is more vibrant immediately after and will soften up to 40%-60%(this will depend on the natural pigment of lips, color choice, and aftercare)

  • APPROXIMATELY 11 DAYS to 6 WEEKS AFTER:

  • Lip color will look like it all disappeared and nothing took. Trust the journey! A protective barrier forms during the healing process, fades away and then color will reappear.

  • Complete healing takes approximately 6-8 weeks.

  • Touch-up is not mandatory because some clients hold excellent retention and are happy with their results, but it is normal to need a touch-up to achieve the perfect lip blush.

Address

1105 E Pescadero Ave Tracy, California

1123 W Rosser Ave Bismarck, North Dakota

Phone

406-941-0094

Email

Velvetpmu@gmail.com

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