What to expect after a Permanent Makeup procedure

-


What to do immediately after a permanent makeup procedure?  There are multiple methods.


Most permanent makeup artist will provide an aftercare instruction sheet.  Follow carefully and ask questions if something is not certain.
Aftercare instructions are important for maximum color retention.

Please note: The day after the procedure, you permanent makeup may appear darker and bigger.   But don't panic, if the correct pigment was used on your brows, they will lighten after about 2 weeks.

Brows:
Slight swelling, but not noticeable to the eye.  Most Permanent Makeup Artists will provide aftercare ointment for the first week.  While healing, you may notice dryness and flaking of the skin.  Hairstroke procedures will flake less than Soft Filled procedures.  Do not use moisturizer or makeup to cover up.   Most importantly, do not pick at the flakes of skin.  Just let it heal.  The first week, the color will be dark, but by week 2, the color will lighten and soften.





Eyeliner:
Slight swelling lasts about 3 to 4 days.  Depending on your skin and lifestyle, some people swell more than others.  Best to sleep with an extra pillow to elevate your head the first night after the procedure. The morning after the procedure is when you'll be the most swollen.  Thereafter, slight puffiness is typical for few more days.  Slight tenderness to the touch is acceptable.  If the swelling is severe, painful, and it alters your vision, call your doctor immediately.  Avoid alcohol and salty foods for several days to minimize puffiness.

Lips:
You will have Angelina Jolie lips for about 2 days.  The color will be extremely dark until your lips exfoliate, approximately 4 to 5 days later.  Once healed, the color looks natural, not like lipstick.  For the lip procedure, it is recommended to use the AfterCare Ointment for minimum of 2 weeks.  Lip Blush or Lip Blushing  is recommended for men and women losing their natural pigment on the lips.

Average complete heal time for all permanent makeup procedure is 2 weeks.  Lip Blushing heals faster, but it may take up to 8 weeks for all the color to re surface.


Pretty Please Studio
San Ramon, CA
www.prettypleasestudio.com


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Permanent Eyeliner turns blue grey

-
Image
Before Permanent Makeup Brows and Liner                                                       After Permanent Makeup Hairstroke Brows and Eyeliner                                                C ommon question asked by my clients: I had permanent eyeliner done in the past.  The original artist used Black pigment.  It looked great at first, but as the pigment faded, it turned Blue Grey.  Why does this happen and what can I do? As mentioned before, all pigment fades over time.  Carbon Black pigment has a lot of the primary Blue color.  Therefore, as the other colors in the Black fade, the blue color remains. Touch ups are essential to keeping permanent eyeliner looking fresh and crisp.  If you have blue grey liner, ask the artist to add Orange Pigment to the Black Pigment to counter balance the Blue.  The Orange pigment will turn the blue into a soft brown, and with the added black pigment, the blue will not be noticeable. For more Before/After Permanent
Read more

Alopecia: More Than Just Hair Loss

-
Alopecia refers to hair loss from any part of the body. It affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact their lives, both physically and emotionally. Let’s dive into what alopecia is, its types, causes, treatments, and how it affects those who experience it. Prevalence Alopecia is more common than you might think. Approximately 6.8 million people in the United States and 147 million people globally are affected by some form of alopecia. While it can affect anyone, it often begins in childhood or early adulthood. Causes The causes of alopecia can vary, but the condition is generally related to genetics, autoimmune responses, or other underlying health issues. Here are some key causes: Genetics:  A family history of hair loss can increase the likelihood. Autoimmune Disorders:  Conditions like alopecia areata result from the immune system attacking hair follicles. Hormonal Changes:  Conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or menopause c
Read more
-
Image
Is there an age limit to Permanent Makeup? I have clients who are interested in gifting Permanent Makeup brows, eyeliner and lips for their elderly mothers.   Here is a scenario. My mother is 80 years old, her vision and steadiness of her hands are decreasing.  She is having difficulty putting on makeup around her eyes and gets easily frustrated.  Even worse, she draws skinny harsh lines for brows.   Is she too old for Cosmetic Tattoo, Permanent Makeup? BEFORE AFTER No matter how old or young we are, we all want to look presentable.  For those who think that once you turn 70 or 80, you won't care about your looks...Think again!  If you care how you look now, you are more likely to Always care.  After all, we are living longer and staying more active.  Social events help us feel connected and alive.  And if you want to look good?  GAME ON!!!  It is true, age is just a number.  It's how you feel that counts. When we consider permanent makeup for older skin, we need to assess t
Read more