Precare
Pre-treatment Advice for Permanent Make Up
Permanent cosmetic procedures normally require multiple treatment sessions. For best results, clients will be required to return for at least one re-touch procedure, the first re-touch is included in the price (price is spaced out over the 3 appts), this retouch is booked between 6 - 12 weeks after the initial procedure.
Be prepared for the colour intensity to be significantly sharper and darker immediately after the procedure. This will subside and become lighter as the tissue heals. This process can take up to ten days.
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Since delicate skin or sensitive areas may be swollen or red, it is advised not to make social plans for the same day.
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Please wear your normal makeup on the day of the procedure.
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Please inform your technician if you have taken aspirin, Ibuprofen or paracetamol within the two days leading up to procedure.
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Do not discontinue any medication before consulting your doctor.
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Do not drink alcohol the night before your treatment.
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Avoid caffeine, fish oil supplements, garlic, spices and nicotine at least 24 hours before treatment.
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Discontinue use of Retinols or Vitamin A, AHA’s one month before procedure. Check your day creams!
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Botox or fillers need to be done at least 4 weeks (8 is better) prior to procedure.
Advice for all Permanent Cosmetic Procedures
Immediate Contra-indications to Permanent Make Up
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Pregnancy and nursing
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Are Epileptic and have experienced a seizure in the last two years
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Haemophilia
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Contagious diseases
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Birth marks and/or warts on the area to be treated
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Visible evidence of a cold sore or fever blister or a skin disorder on the area to be treated
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Active Herpes typically around lips (2 weeks waiting period is required after healed)
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Five weeks pre or post radiotherapy/chemotherapy treatment unless medical consent is given
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On Warfarin or other blood thinning medication
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Certain Immune Disorders
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Diabetes that has not been controlled for 2 years (Insulin will require medical consent)
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Using Antabuse or Roaccutane within 6 months of the treatment date
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Under the influence of alcohol or drugs
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On oral or injectable steroids.
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If you have a history of cold sores (herpes simplex), we strongly advise you to contact your doctor/ online chemist to obtain a prescription for an oral anti-viral medication to prevent such outbreaks.
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We highly recommend anti-viral medication 5 days prior to the treatment, on the day of the treatment and 5 days after the treatment. Herpes simplex / cold sores are a typical reaction in permanent makeup of the lips.
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Permanent cosmetic procedures do not cause cold sores, however if you carry the virus, it lays dormant in the body and can be aroused by the procedure.
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It is essential to ensure you use a lip scrub and balm every day at least one week prior to treatment, and up your water intake. This will ensure YOU can help with the best outcome with less pain and retention issues.