BEFORE CARE
USE THIS PAGE FOR GUIDANE ON WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOUR SERVICE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, TEXT OR CALL US!
PERMANENT MAKEUP BROWS
FINE LINE TATTOOS
Timing your treatment
For both PMU brows and Fine Line Tattoos, it is important to plan ahead. Each has its own timeline for receiving the best results.
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PMU BROWS: at least 8 weeks prior to an event
FINE LINE TATTOO: 2-3 weeks before your event
Pre Treatment Guidelines
One week prior avoid blood thinning medications or supplements such as aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, fish oil, and garlic as they can thin your blood. (Unless prescribed - check with your doctor), no chemical peels, facials or laser treatments near the area, no waxing, threading or exfoliating the area, no retinols, AHA/BHA's or acne products near the area.
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24-48 Hours prior avoid caffeine (coffee, energy drinks, tea), alcohol, intense workouts, sun exposure and tanning
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Day of your appointment
- Don't wear makeup, lotion or SPF on the treatment area
- Avoid tight clothing if you're getting a body tattoo (a zip up, pasties or bikini is recommended for spine/rib tattoos)
- Eat a light meal and stay hydrated
- Arrive on time and enjoy your glam time
AFTER CARE
USE THIS PAGE FOR GUIDANE ON WHAT TO DO AFTER YOUR SERVICE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, TEXT OR CALL US!
PERMANENT MAKEUP BROWS
Immediately After Your Appointment
- For the first few hours, gently blot your brows with a clean tissue every 30-60 minutes to remove excess lymph fluid (this helps reduce scabbing)
- Don't wash or apply ointment yet-just keep them clean and dry
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2-10 Days After Your Appointment
Your brows will start to flake around day 3-5. Let them do this naturally- no picking or peeling
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- Once per day, gently wash your brows with clean hands and fragrance-free, gentle cleanser
- Use lukewarm water to rinse, no scrubbing or rubbing
- Pat dry with a clean paper towel-not bath towel
- After cleansing and drying, apply a thin layer of aftercare ointment. Do not over apply-your skin needs to breathe!
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AVOID WHILE HEALING (1-10 days)
- No makeup, skincare, or sunscreen on or near the brows
- No sweating, saunas, hot yoga or heavy work outs
- No swimming, steam or sun exposure
- No facials, peels or active skincare (retinol, AHA, BHA, etc.)
- Do NOT touch scratch or pick
Healing Timeline
Day 1-2: Brows will look bold and dark
Day 3-7: Light flaking and scabbing begin (don't panic-this is normal)
Day 7-10: Bros may appear patchy and too light
Week 3-4: Pigment begins to settle
Week 6-8: Touch up time - this completes the process (Touch ups come with your original brow service if scheduled within the first 6 months of your initial appointment)
FINE LINE TATTOOS
When Can I Take My Saniderm Off?
Saniderm is a second skin applied to a fresh tattoo that is to protect the skin. This can be left on anywhere from 24-72 hours then taken off. It is best to be taken off in the shower or under lukewarm water.
After The Saniderm Is Off (5-7 Days)
Once the saniderm is off it is important to cleanse the area once or twice daily with a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water, after washed pat dry with paper towel or let the area air dry. Then apply a thin layer of fragrance-free healing ointment as needed throughout the day, it is important to not over apply!
AVOID WHILE HEALING
- No picking, scratching, or peeling - let flaking happen naturally
- No direct water pressure, swimming or soaking in tubs
- No saunas, steam rooms or hot yoga
- No scented lotions or unprotected sun exposure (sunscreen can only be applied once fully healed)
- No tight clothing that rubs against the tattoo
Healing Timeline
Day 1-3: Tattoo may feel tight, slightly red or sensitive
Day 3-7: Light flaking or dryness is normal
Day 7-10: Skin smooths over and tattoo settles
Weeks 3-4: Final results begin to show
Some skin holds in better than other and a touch up for a fine line tattoo is completely normal, Lux Line Artistry includes a free touch up if needed within the first 6 weeks. If your experiencing fading, please reach out!