Precare & Aftercare

PRECARE

  • NO alcohol 24 hours prior.

  • NO caffeine 12 hours prior.

  • NO Botox, fillers, injections, microdermabrasion, or facials of any sort for 2 weeks before and after.

  • DO exfoliate & moisturize lips for 2 weeks prior to appointment.

  • DO bring in your favorite lip colors if you have a specific color your wanting to achieve.

  • NO Retin-A/Retinol 7 days prior.

  • NO blood thinners 5 days prior & 24hrs after. This includes: aspirin, ibuprofen, niacin, fish oil & vitamin E.

  • Must done active chemotherapy / radiation for 8 months.

  • Must be off steroids for 6 months.

  • Must be off Accutane for 6 months.

  • Must wait 4 months after giving birth or breastfeeding.

  • Must be off antibiotics for 2 to 4 weeks prior.

  • Avoid chemical peels & laser treatments 2 months prior.

  • Avoid tanning and sun exposure 2 weeks before & after.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in your appointment being cancelled and a no-show fee.

AFTERCARE

  • For the first 4 hours, use paper towel to blot lymph fluid. Before bed, if there is dry lymph, gently rinse with lukewarm water, pat dry and apply the healing ointment provided to you at your appointment.

  • DO NOT allow lips to become dry. Keep lips moist at all times. Apply ointment regularly. This should be done for at least 10 days post treatment. Make sure to dap/press onto skin. Do not rub it in.

  • DO NOT ice the lips after the first day.

  • DO NOT PICK! Picking will result in color loss.

  • NO soaps, cleansing creams, or chemicals on the lips. Wash your face carefully, avoiding the lip area for 10 days.

  • DO NOT stand in front of shower head when showering. Avoid water on the new pigmented areas as much as possible for the first 10 days.

  • DO NOT expose the lips to direct sunlight or tanning beds for 4 weeks.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in loss of pigment and poor healing.