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Lip tattoo healing process and aftercare

Find out what to expect throughout the lip tattoo healing process: itching, scabbing, colour change, etc. We break it down for you – day by day.

Lip healing process before and after

In our Melbourne studio Face Figurati, we believe that, to achieve the best results and prolong the longevity of your lip blush tattoo, follow the healing process instructions. Please note that these instructions are only guidelines and cannot guarantee specific outcomes. Each client is different, and the number of sessions needed for optimal results will be customized for you. Taking proper care of your lips throughout and after the healing process is crucial.

Pre and post-care instructions for lip tattoo aftercare

Cosmetic tattooing has a unique lip tattoo healing process because they are located in a sensitive area of the body that is constantly exposed to moisture and movement. To ensure a proper full lip tattoo healing process, it’s important to follow a few steps.

Following the pre-care instructions is essential to have a smooth and comfortable experience and prevent bleeding or skin sensitivities during the service. Excessive bleeding and sensitivity can cause the pigment colour to fade and result in unsatisfactory results.

  • It is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional regarding the use of antiviral medication, such as Valtrex or Zovirax, before and after a procedure to prevent a herpes outbreak, especially if you have a history of chickenpox, fever, blisters, or cold sores. It is essential to begin taking the medication two days before the procedure and continue for two days afterwards.
  • Prepare for precise and healthy skin, free from blemishes, eczema, and psoriasis.
  • Before receiving a cosmetic tattoo, individuals must refrain from taking Accutane medication for at least one year.
  • After receiving lip filler treatment, giving your lips a six-week break is recommended for optimal results.
  • Poor colour retention in the lips may occur if collagen injections have been done within six weeks or Restylane within a year. When Restylane is involved, focus on potential pigment migration along the lip line.
  • To achieve the best results, it is recommended to wait six weeks and fully anticipate the experience before getting lip fillers.
  • To achieve the best pigment implantation, it is advised to avoid Fish Oil, Vitamin C, Glucosamine, Evening Primrose Oil, or Ginger for a week before your appointment. These substances have blood-thinning properties that may affect the outcome of your procedure. Consistent use of these substances could lead to uneven healing.
  • Avoid using skincare products that claim to be anti-aging, skin brightening, or anti-acne. This includes Alpha Hydroxy (AHAs), Vitamin A, and Retinol products. Refraining from using these products for 30 days before your appointment is recommended to achieve optimal results. You can resume your skincare routine once your full lip tattoo has healed (approximately six weeks after your final session).
  • It is necessary to avoid facial pampering activities such as facials, microdermabrasion, microneedling, peels, or laser treatments for a minimum of four weeks before your appointment.
  • It is advised to wait six months after getting a lip implant.
  • Avoid blood thinning meds and supplements for 72 hours for a successful procedure. Consult your doctor before stopping medications like Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Advil, Niacin, Voltaren, or Indocid. Avoiding supplements, prenatal vitamins, vitamin E, or nutritional shakes is also advisable. Tylenol is recommended for those with low pain tolerance.
  • It is recommended to avoid physical activity on the day of the procedure.
  • It is recommended to avoid sun tanning or using tanning beds for two weeks before the procedure.
  • If a customer arrives with a sunburn, they must reschedule and lose their deposit. Sunburn causes the skin to peel and the pigment to fade.
  • Tanned skin is typically considered to be damaged and may potentially impede proper healing. To receive our services, your scars must have fully healed for at least one year.
  • It is recommended to refrain from alcohol consumption within 24 hours before your procedure.
  • It is recommended to refrain from consuming coffee or other caffeine products within 24 hours.
  • Increased sensitivity during the menstrual cycle is something to be aware of.
  • It is advised to ensure sufficient rest and hydration before the procedure.

Not adhering to pre-care instructions may lead to the cancellation of your appointment and the loss of your deposit.

What can be expected directly after the procedure?

Applying the colour will make your lips bold, like lipstick (there is a unique lipstick tattoo technique). They may also appear slightly more prominent, giving the impression of lip filler injection. However, this effect is temporary and only lasts a day or two. The colour will fade significantly within the first three days, up to 50%. The vibrant hues of your inner lips will gradually fade, leaving a trail of enchantment on the edges. Eventually, your lips will return to their normal appearance. The delicate shedding of the layers will reveal a radiant, ethereal hue that captures the essence of nature.

Clients often prefer a darker shade during their touch-up appointments. It is essential to exercise caution during the initial procedure, as adding more colour is more accessible than removing it.

Initially, the lips may be sensitive. Using a straw when drinking and selecting foods that can be consumed with a fork without touching the lips is advisable.

The appointment is scheduled for the first day.

To reduce swelling within the first 24 hours, it is recommended to apply an ice pack for 10 minutes. Ice can be used every hour if desired, but it is essential to protect the area with a clean, wet barrier film before applying the glaze. Avoid direct contact between the ice and the affected region.

Days 1 – 10

After the treatment, the treated area may experience temporary changes, with common symptoms that will fade within 1 to 10 days.

  • Swelling and redness.
  • Tenderness.
  • During the healing process, the lips may experience flaking and mild itchiness.
  • Dry skin can last for a period of up to 3 weeks.
  • During the initial 12-48 hours of healing, it is expected to see fluid or ooze as the skin forms a scab. To avoid the secretion from drying and blocking the skin’s ability to breathe, carefully dab the area with a wet wipe and then dry it with a clean paper towel.
  • It is recommended to use the provided ointment to keep your lips moisturized. It is essential to let the crust fall off naturally and be aware that your lips may ooze for a few days.
  • To clean your lips, use the water wipes provided. Gently press on your lips in the morning, midday, and night. Apply a thin layer of the ointment provided using a Q-tip or clean hands.
  • We will continue this practice for at least seven days after the procedure is recommended to reduce the risk of infection.
  • To maintain the colour of your healed lip tattoo, it’s essential to prevent your lips from drying and handle the skin gently. Avoid applying ointment to wet lips.
  • Peeling lips can last for a week. Let them flake off naturally. Removing skin too soon can result in pigment loss and damage to deeper tissue. The lip liner or edges will be the last to come off. Removing it too early can cause an uneven or indented scar.
  • The colour can be noticed during the peeling process, and it becomes more apparent by the second week and continues to clarify until five weeks.

It is essential to avoid the following.

  • To promote even healing and reduce the risk of infection and scarring, refrain from rubbing, picking, or scratching the area. Let any scabs or dry skin naturally exfoliate.
  • When your lips are healing, avoiding smiling widely or puckering your lips while smoking is essential. These movements can create tension and friction between the inflamed lip edges and the healthy skin around your mouth. It is crucial to remember that lip skin is delicate and not as strong as normal skin because it is a continuation of the mucous membrane in your mouth.
  • Following the procedure, avoiding direct sun exposure, tanning beds, and excessive sun exposure for four weeks is recommended. It is also advisable to wear protective accessories like hats or sunglasses when outdoors.
  • It is recommended to avoid smoking until your lips have fully healed, which usually takes about one week.
  • To maintain the colour, it is essential to refrain from kissing, rubbing, or causing friction on the treated area until it is completely healed.
  • It is advised to avoid activities that may lead to excessive sweating or exposure to heat, such as exercise, sports, swimming, sauna, steam rooms, jacuzzi, and long hot showers, for ten days.
  • To ensure proper healing, avoiding exposing the treated area to water for ten days during showers is recommended. You can use Aquaphor to protect your lips.
  • Refraining from applying skincare or cosmetics to the treated area and exercising caution when using foundation or powders is recommended.
  • It is recommended to avoid using Retin-A, glycol acids, and anti-acne ingredients in cleansing creams and moisturizers, mainly when dealing with skin issues.
  • Avoid spicy and intensely flavoured foods for the first few weeks to ensure a smooth and speedy recovery. Drink liquids with a straw to protect your taste buds. Also, try not to wipe or lick your lips too often, which may slow healing.
  • Refusing toothpaste with whitening properties is advisable as it may cause a noticeable change in lip colour. It is recommended to avoid using these products for ten days.
  • Refusing bleaching, waxing, electrolysis, or laser hair removal treatments is advisable when getting a tattoo. Additionally, it is recommended to avoid using exfoliants like glycolic acid, alpha hydroxy acids, lactic acid, salicylic acid, fruit acid, and Vitamin A on the tattooed area for 30 days, as it may lead to premature fading.
  • Using a new pillowcase and avoiding sleeping on your face for ten days are recommended.
  • It is recommended to avoid scheduling facials, microdermabrasion, microneedling, peels, or laser treatments for at least four weeks, as they have the potential to alter the pigment.
  • Excessive alcohol consumption can hinder the healing process of wounds.
  • It is advisable to refrain from using Blistex, Carmex, or Chapstick during the healing process.
  • Due to airborne debris, Engaging in heavy household cleaning, including areas such as the garage or storage, is not recommended.
  • Avoid lip-enhancing injections for at least three weeks before your appointment for optimal results.

A cosmetic tattoo typically lasts 3 to 5 years, including a complimentary touch-up session.

  • Regular touch-up appointments are recommended to maintain the shape and colour of your lips. Failure to do so may gradually lighten the paint over time.
  • The magic of fading is determined by various factors such as skin type, lifestyle, sun exposure, pigment hue, broken capillaries, and iron deficiency.
  • To maintain the appearance of your lips, it is recommended to schedule a touch-up once a year for best results.
  • Applying sunscreen on your lips when exposed to prolonged sunlight is recommended. The sun can cause your cosmetic tattoo to fade over time. If you smoke, spend a lot of time in the sun, or have skin issues, you may not get the desired results. Sun exposure will make the colour fade quicker. To prevent your tattoo from fading, apply a lip balm with SPF daily to keep the vibrant colours intact.
  • When scheduling a chemical peel, laser procedure, or MRI scan, it is essential to inform the technician about any cosmetic tattoos you may have, as the pigments used in these tattoos contain iron oxide.
  • It is essential to exercise caution to prevent any negative impacts on the tattooed area. When receiving laser treatments, informing your laser specialist about pigmented regions is crucial to avoid potential complications. Laser treatments have the potential to darken the pigment.
  • Retin-A/Tretinoin, hydroquinone, or any other rapid skin exfoliation on your eyebrows can cause premature fading of your cosmetic tattoo.
  • Using chemical peels, acid peels, or brightening products excessively on your forehead can cause your permanent eyebrows to fade prematurely.
  • It is essential to exercise caution when using exfoliating cleansers, scrubs, or products labelled as “acid” as they can potentially remove skin pigmentation faster than anticipated.
  • If you need any assistance or have any inquiries during the healing process, please feel free to contact us through email or phone.
  • All procedures require healing, peeling, and fading. The typical recovery time is around ten days, but it may be longer if your immune system is weakened, you are under a lot of stress, or your diet is not ideal.
  • We cannot guarantee significant results if you have sun damage, scar tissue, or implants.
  • Hyperpigmentation can occur on the lips of any client without prior notice.
  • The process of skin regeneration and sloughing off takes approximately 28 days for visible results to appear.
  • Despite being well-maintained, certain areas may have an uneven or patchy appearance, which adds to their charm.
  • Your artist offers a complimentary touch-up after 6-8 weeks to fine-tune your enhancement, ensuring that the colour, symmetry, density, and desired effect are achieved.
  • The healing process varies for each client. We have no control over what happens during this process. The lip procedure takes 1 to 3 sessions to complete. The outcome of the lips is unpredictable. Some clients will have an intense lip colour after healing, while others will have a subtle colour. It differs from person to person.
  • Once the lips have fully healed, individuals can start wearing lipstick again. It is advised to use new lipstick after any lip treatments.

Following the appropriate post-care instructions is essential to achieve optimal results after a cosmetic tattoo. When making an appointment, please remember that the procedure’s healing time may vary depending on factors such as your body’s ability to regenerate, age, immune system, and lifestyle.

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G’day! Welcome to Face Figurati by Olha Po, your top-notch, fully licensed, certified Cosmetic Tattoo Studio. We’re all about diving into the latest and greatest in the world of permanent makeup tattooing. Our mission? To offer you the safest, most effective cosmetic tattooing procedures using modern techniques that’ll make your natural beauty shine. We’re big on advanced European methods, and our cosmetic tattooist is a real pro, using only the best gear and luxe-certified pigments. And hey, we’ve covered all your needs, from dark lip neutralization to lipstick tattoos, lip blushing, lip liner tattoo, and aquarelle lips. So, come on in and let’s get you looking fabulous!

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