Semi permanent lip pigmentation may last anywhere between 1-2 years.

It takes about 2,5 hours and the after care treatment about 1 hour.

It also depends if you want a soft blush of full lips effect.

I got many questions asking whether lip pigmentation hurts. And the answer to that is the level of feeling pain is quite relative according to someone’s pain level. But in general, a specific topical numbing cream will be applied before and during the procedure to make it more smooth and comfortable. Most of my client say it turned up to be easier than thought and it is completely doable.

Your lips will feel swollen and dry after your treatment. Apply Aquaphor or Vaseline on lips several times a day. This should be done for at least 14 days post treatment.

Do not allow lips to become dry. This may interfere with healed color. Just pat the ointment on the lip and do not rub in.
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Always use a clean Q-tip or clean/sanitized fingers to apply ointment to the lips area. This will reduce the risk of infection.

After your lips are no longer tender to the touch they may become flaky. This is normal and is expected. Please do not pick or scratch at them as this may significantly reduce the amount pigment absorption.

Avoid sun and tanning beds pre and post procedure. Always be sure to use a sun block once lips are healed to preserve the color. Do not use any Glycolic, Hydroxy or fruit acid products on lips.

Avoid direct water pressure, pools and other bodies of water, until healed. You can resume wearing lipstick once lips are healed. Redness, swelling, tenderness, dryness are all common post treatment side effects and will dissipate in a short period of time. Avoid: oily, salty, acidic foods and alcohol while healing.

Your lips cannot be dry for the appointment. For the week leading up to the appointment you must moisturize your lips as much as possible (we recommend using Vaseline multiple times per day).
Also drink a lot of water so your lips won’t be dry on the day of the treatment.

 

COLD SORES

Cold sores are a risk of lip blush tattoo only if you have had them in the past.

If you have had a cold sore in the past, we advise that you consult with a doctor to obtain an anti-viral medication prior to any lip procedure as a preventative. You will need two rounds of anti-viral – one in prep for the initial application and another in prep for the follow up.

Or you can use:

Zovirax 5 days before & 5 days after your treatment even if you have not had a cold sore before.

We recommend all of our clients to take:

1000 mg L-lysine in combination with 1000 mg Vitamin C

6 days before the appointment and 6 days following the appointment to reduce the risk.

• when pregnant (4 months after giving birth its possible to do the treatment again, when the pregnancy hormones are stabilized)
• While under influence of alcohol or drugs
• While using blood thinning medication
• Diabetes or haemophilia (blooddisease)
• During chemotherapie
• Hearth and vain diseases
• Immune diseases
• When using roaccutane (acne medication)
• While using antibiotics
• Irritated skin around the brow area
• When recently done a chemical or skin peeling with acids

* Not sure about your medication? Please confirm and ask your dokter.

* When semi permanent make up has been applied by another specialist we always like to see a photo before you plan in your treatment so we can decide if we can do a touch up for you.

 

Did you ever had a cold sore? (koortslip)

Keep in mind that it is possible that your cold sore will show up after the pigmentation treatment. You can take in supplements as “cat’s claw”  two weeks prior to your treatment to boost your resistance.

• Post after care is very important for the appearance and longevity of your lips. It will take about a small week for your lips to heal.
• Keep your lips dry the first day, then apply vaseline or bepanthen twice a day starting the next day
• You may wear lipstick, lip gloss, and chapstick after 7 days, make sure the tube of lip product is new.
• No rubbing or friction on your newly pigmented lips until after 7 days or you may lose pigment.
• Once you have the lip tattoo, you’ll want to wait at least a few hours before drinking alcohol, sour juices or smoking.
• No Swimming pool water / jacuzzi/sauna/hot yoga (for 1 week)
• Avoid sunbathing or solarium at least 2 weeks before and after treatment ( After 1 week you can apply spf50)
• Don’t use treatments/peelings/laser or face creams that contain acids for the next 4/5 week.
• Don’t touch the lip area before washing your hands
• Avoid Picking/ peeling or scratching the pigmented area
• Please wash your face gently around the lip area the first 3 days.
• You can apply your make up far around the lip area. After a week you can apply normal make up again.