- Aftercare compliance is very important for producing a beautiful and lasting result. Please follow the guidelines as instructed by your technician to obtain the best results.
- No water, cleansers, creams, makeup, or any other products on treated area until all peeling is done.
- Keep the area lightly moist using a q-tip with sterile aquaphor (very lightly and not overly greasy). Apply as needed only when it feels dry or itchy.
- Expect slight swelling and a little redness in the immediate area. This will subside in a few hours.
- If slight crust appears on the pigmented surface, do not force removal by picking or scratching.
- Don’t be alarmed if color comes off on the q-tip when applying the ointment — this is normal.
- Avoid hot, steamy, long showers (leave the door cracked opened if you are able to).
- Avoid working out for the next 7-10 days or until all scabbing has completed.
- No makeup on or around the brow area during the healing process.
- Avoid tinting of brows for 3 weeks following the procedure.
- The procedure may have some peeling on or around the 4th day. This is a normal process of healing for some clients. Do not pick! Picking can cause scarring and loss of color.
- Avoid sun for 7 to 10 days following the procedure. It is suggested to wear a hat if you are expected to be out in the sun for a long period of time. Do not let the brim of the hat touch your brow area.
- Be mindful of how you sleep, if you can avoid sleeping on your side or stomach, it is suggested to do so. Sleeping on your back is recommended.
- Avoid chlorine pools, saunas and jacuzzis, hot yoga, hair dryers, and any steam-like environment etc.
- Avoid retin a, renova, alpha hydroxy, glycolic acids, aloe, and vitamin e products.
- No gardening for the first 3 to 4 days to prevent possible infection.
- If you are planning a chemical peel, mri, or other medical procedures inform them that you have had an iron oxide cosmetic tattoo.
- You must wait 1 year after any tattoo to give blood. This is state specific – you can check on the american red cross to see the rules for your state.
- Lasers can cause pigment to turn black. Avoid the procedure site.
- After you have healed, use a good sunscreen daily to help prevent premature fading of all procedures (wait to do this after your touch up session).
- If any signs of infection occur, abnormal swelling, redness or pain associated with the procedure, call your physician and please give us a call.
The application of permanent cosmetics can be a 2 to 3 step process. Do not judge your procedure while in the healing stage. It may require a touch up or multiple touch-ups as everyone heals differently. The procedure area has to heal completely before we can address any concerns. Healing takes about 4 weeks.