Lip Preparation

 
 

2 WEEKS BEFORE

  • Avoid tanning and tanning beds, skin that has experienced excessive sun exposure is in a state of recovery and therefore cannot be tattooed!

  • Stop applying AHA'S, BHA'S, and retinoids in the area to be tattooed, as it temporarily thins the skin.

1 WEEK BEFORE

  • Stop taking fish oils or omega supplements, vitamin C, magnesium supplements or any other supplements that can thin the blood.

  • Gently EXFOLIATE your lips every other day starting using an organic, sugar-based lip scrub.

  • Moisturize your lips daily using a fragrance-free lip balm or coconut-oil.

  • Drink plenty of water and eat lots of veggies and fruit packed with natural antioxidants to promote hydration from within.

  • Discontinue using matte lipsticks, lip stains or any drying lip products that contain alcohol.

24 HOURS BEFORE

  • Do not consume any alcohol 24 hours before the appointment

  • Do not consume any caffeine 24 hours before the appointment. This includes coffee, tea, chocolate, coca-cola, and even ‘decaf’ coffee.

  • Avoid anti-inflammatories or any other medication that thins the blood, this is including but not limited to Aspirin, Advil or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is okay!)

PLEASE NOTE

  • If you are prone to cold sores or have had cold sores at least once in your life, you will need to take an anti-viral medication such as Valtrex upon consulting your family doctor.