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HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR NEW COSMETIC TATTOO:

This information acts as a guideline only. Each client’s skin responds differently to these treatments.

IMMEDIATELY AFTER

For the first week, wash your brows once daily- every evening, with the soap provided in your aftercare package. Create a lather with soap and water to cleanse the brows and rinse well, and blot to dry with a paper towel or washcloth. Next, apply a small, rice grain size amount of the aftercare ointment provided. Apply as needed to keep the brows from drying out. No exercise, sweating, hot baths, steamy showers, swimming, direct sun exposure, spray tanning or tanning, moisturizers, cleansers, or makeup on the brow area.  

WHAT TO EXPECT

  •  Immediately following your procedure, the tattooed area will appear to be darker and bolder in color and more sharply defined. This can last up to a week after the treatment while the initial healing process takes place. The treated area may feel a bit like sunburn afterwards but there should be minimal discomfort.
  •  During the initial healing period, there should be minimal scabbing or flaking of the skin. If there is some scabbing or flaking, do not pick, and allow the scab or dry skin to come off on its own.
  •  The complete healing process takes about 4-6 weeks, at which time the true color of the tattoo is evident. During this process, your tattoo will soften and lighten. Be patient, even if you think too much color has been lost, as your skin is still regenerating and naturally exfoliating. Wait at least 4 weeks to see the true color, as it seems to take on new strength, and it is only after 4-6 weeks that your touch-up/adjustment can be done.

WHAT NOT TO DO

  • You may shower or bathe normally, but avoid getting any soaps, shampoos, or other cleansers on the treated area for the first five days as they can be detrimental to the bonding process that must take place for the pigment to stabilize in the dermis.
  • DO NOT pick or scratch at the dry skin/flakiness; let the skin fall off naturally. Picking can cause scarring and premature loss of pigment. IMPORTANT: Once the flakes have fallen off, a shiny layer of healing skin will completely cover the hair strokes. It may appear as though the tattooed area has completely disappeared. Within 1-2 weeks, the hair strokes will slowly reappear at a lighter shade as your skin regenerates.
  • DO NOT apply make-up to the tattooed area for the first 2 weeks. Cosmetics of any kind may interfere with the healing and color of your tattoo.
  • DO NOT bleach, tint, or dye the tattooed area for one month following the procedure.
  • DO NOT apply any anti-acne products (e.g. Benzoyl Peroxide, Salicylic Acid, Proactiv, etc.) or lightening creams (skin bleaching creams) such as hydroquinone to the treated area while healing.
  • No anti-aging products or facial products containing Alpha Hydroxyls (AHAs), Retin-A, Lactic, or Glycolic Acids
  • Do not thread, wax, or use hair removal products on the treated area while healing.
  • NO exercising and/or sweating for a few days prior to getting tattooed and for one week after.
  • NO swimming pools, jacuzzis, or other bodies of water for two weeks.
  • Do not soak the area underwater in a bathtub or allow the shower to spray directly in your face for two weeks.

ONCE HEALED

  • Exposure to the sun over time can cause fading and discoloration of the pigment. Once completely healed, you may apply sunscreen on the treated area. For any facial tattoos please wear large sunglasses and a hat for further protection. Rinse and dry the area thoroughly when in contact with chlorine.
  • Glycolic acid, microdermabrasion, and chemical face peel products must be kept away from the tattooed area as continued use could lighten the pigment.
  • If you are having laser resurfacing or laser hair removal after your tattoo has healed, please inform the laser technician. Continue at your own discretion. Laser procedures may darken, lighten, or discolor the tattooed area.
  • Once the treated area is completely healed, any changes or additions that need to be made can be done at your follow-up appointment no sooner than 4-8 weeks later.

There are no implied or written guarantees if you do not take care of your tattoo.

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