Long-Lasting Beauty Maintenance for Eyebrows, Lips and Eyeliner

For the first 10 days:

• It is important to keep the brow area as clean as possible to prevent the chance of infection and promote healthy healing.
• Avoid getting the brow area wet. When taking a shower, try to keep water off your eyebrows as much as possible. Keep a dry washcloth handy to blot the area in case soapy water enters the pigmented area.
• Do not use exfoliants or chemical peels on the brow area (retin-A,glycolic/alpha-hydroxy acids, exfoliating scrubs, etc.).
• No saunas, long steamy showers, hot tubs, or swimming.
• No cleansers, creams, or makeup in or around the brow area.
• Use a clean pillowcase and avoid sleeping on your face as much as possible; especially the first two nights.
• Never pick, peel, or scratch the procedure area. Picking and scratching may cause scarring and/or removal of the pigment.
• Minimize exposure to direct sunlight. 
• Avoid sweaty workouts for the first 7 days. Any perspiration within the first 7 days of the healing process could result in loss of pigment.
• Do not tint, thread, wax, or pluck the procedure area for at least 10 days.
• Avoid dusty environments or any task where your eyebrow area could be exposed to excessive dust, dirt, or dander.
• If you experience an allergic reaction or develop symptoms of an infection, you should contact your health care provider immediately.

Treatment steps:

• Day 1: (day of the procedure): Every 2 hours, gently blot the brow area with a lightly dampened, clean paper towel/washcloth to absorb excess lymph fluid. Gently pat and dry the area, then apply a small amount of balm (provided to you).
• Day 2: Apply balm in the morning, at noon, and before bed (brows should not stay shiny with balm – if so, you have used too much).
• Days 3 - 5: Leave brows alone. Allow them to dry heal (no balm, no water).
• Days 6 - 10: In the morning and at night, blot the brows using a damp compress, then apply a thin layer of balm (provided to you). Repeat daily until all scabs are healed.
• Days 11 - 15: If your scabs are fully gone by day 10, you may resume life as normal (sweat, wear makeup, use facewash, etc.). If you still have some scabs, that’s OK! Everyone heals at a different rate; you can continue to follow day 6 -10 procedures until the scabs are fully healed. This can take up to 15 days. Once the scabs are fully healed, you may resume life as normal.

What to expect during the healing process:

• Days 1 - 4: Brows may be tender, and the surrounding skin may feel tight. Brows will get progressively darker until day 4 (earlier for some people, later for others) as scabs are healing over the procedure area. DO NOT PANIC. Your brows will not stay this dark. The scabs are forming over the new pigment, which makes the new brow appear extra dark.
• Days 5 - 12: The scabs within the procedure area will begin to flake during this period, which will look like dandruff flakes and dry skin. The brows will itch but it is ESPECIALLY important that you do not pick, peel, scratch, or touch the scabbing. Once you reach this stage, new skin is forming over the pigmented area, making the pigment appear lighter than you were expecting. Again, this is completely normal and no cause for alarm.
• Days 13 - 21: The pigment will resurface as the forming skin completely heals and the brows will reach their final appearance. Final appearance will be darker than what was experienced during days 5 - 12.
• 6 - 8 weeks after a PowderBrow or Mircoblading Procedure, a touch up session is recommended to fill in any gaps in pigment or darken any areas that lightened too much during the healing process.

Long-term care:

• It is okay and recommended to apply regular moisturizer to your brow area.
• To retain the color of your new brows, you should always apply SPF to the area when exposed to the sun. Direct sunlight can cause pigment to fade prematurely.
• Avoid the use of exfoliants or chemical peels on the brow area (retin-A,glycolic/alpha-hydroxy acids, exfoliating scrubs, etc.).
• If you follow these instructions carefully you should expect to see beautiful, polished results that you will love for the next 1-3 years!

What to expect during the healing process:

• Day 1: Since the skin has been pierced over and over again, you can expect some soreness, swelling and irritation on the first day, or even longer. You can relieve the discomfort with a cold compress, just don’t press too hard. Everyone’s skin reacts differently, so give it some time. If the swelling doesn’t subside within a few days, contact your artist and have them assess the situation. You can also expect lymph buildup, which you need to clean according to the after plan your artist prescribed. Your freshly done eyeliner looks very dark and that can make you regret getting it. Don’t panic! The pigment will fade up to 50% until the permanent eyeliner healing process is through. The true color will only emerge after about 3 weeks.
• Day 2: The swelling on your eyelids should be better by now; it may even subside completely. Your eyelids feel tight and the lash area is sensitive. Don’t touch it, just clean the area gently and apply an ointment if recommended.
• Day 3-4:The scabbing and flaking stage starts. Most people experience it and it is a perfectly normal part of the permanent eyeliner healing process – it means your skin is closing up the wounds. Never pick at the scabs no matter how itchy they get! A certain amount of pigment gets caught in the scabs and if you rip them off before the pigments settle, you’ll create non-pigmented patches. Let the flaking and peeling stage proceed at its own pace. This is the hardest stage to deal with. The area is itchy and it doesn’t look very attractive. Luckily, it doesn’t last too long, and you can relieve the itchiness with an aftercare ointment if your artist approves it.
• Day 5-10: Flaking continues and at the end of it, the eyeliner looks faded. Don’t panic and think that the pigment’s disappeared. The color will return. Proceed with your aftercare routine.
• Day 11-15: At this point, you probably won’t have to follow the strict aftercare routine anymore. You should still refrain from wearing eye makeup, though.
• Day 15-41: Your permanent eyeliner healing process will continue for a few more weeks, but you won’t see the unattractive symptoms anymore. The color may gradually soften a bit further. You can now start wearing eye makeup again, but make sure to get fresh products – old mascara tubes, pencils, eyeshadow containers and brushes inevitably have germs in them which your freshly tattooed skin can’t handle. You risk developing an infection.
• Day 42: Your permanent eyeliner healing process is now officially over. Congrats, you’ve made it! You can now schedule a touch up appointment.

Exfoliation process:

the eyeliner will shed off during the first week leaving the eyeliner looking light and patchy. DO NOT PANIC!! This is a normal process for permanent make-up. The color and shape will shift as the eyeliner area heals. The final results will be set by the end of the 6 weeks. Touch-ups can only be done after 6-8 weeks.

Dos:

• Have sunglasses available. Eyes may be a little bit sensitive or even dilated immediately after. The sunglasses are also handy for hiding puffy eyes.
• Eyes will be swollen for a few days. Eyes may feel dry or irritated. Lubricating refresher drops may be used.

Don’ts:

• Do not use any ointment, oil, liquids, or Vaseline during the healing period.
• Do not dye, perm, or use eyelash curlers for 2 weeks.
• Do not use mascara until outer healing is complete (3-5 days). Most clients are returning to work in 2 days and are noncompliant about this, so at least begin with a new tube of mascara due to the risk of bacterial presence in used tubes.
• No heavy workouts for 7 days. Avoid sweating.
• Do not scratch or touch your eyeliners for at least 2 weeks.
• Do not sleep on your eyeliners for at least 2 weeks.
• No sunbathing or tanning for 4 weeks.
• No chemical peels, mesotherapy, dermabrasion, Botox, or any other intense treatments for 4 weeks. Sometimes residual pigment, blood, white blood cells, etc., can arise from the open wound. If this occurs, you should gently dab this away. Don’t panic if dry patches or scabs appear as this can be taken care of during the second touch-up appointment.
• Avoid Petroleum Jelly or Vaseline during your healing period. Anything with a petroleum base can cause a reaction, crusting, scabbing, and sweating so the skin is not able to breathe.

For the first 14 days:

• It is important to keep the lips as clean as possible to prevent the chance of infection and promote healthy healing.
• Refrain from smoking for the first 72 hours.
• For the first 7 days, drink with a straw and eat using a fork.
• Avoid getting the lip area excessively wet. When taking a shower, try to keep water off your lips as much as possible. Keep a dry washcloth handy to blot the area if soapy water enters the pigmented area.
• Do not pick, peel, lick, bite, rub, or scratch the procedure; this may cause scarring and/or removal of the pigment.
• No cleansers, creams, or makeup in or around the lip area.
• No saunas, long steamy showers, hot tubs, or swimming.
• Use a clean pillowcase and avoid sleeping on your face as much as possible; especially the first two nights.
• Avoid sweaty workouts for the first 7 days. Any perspiration within the first 7 days of the healing process could result in loss of pigment.
• Avoid spicy foods and colored drinks.
• No kissing 💋

For the first 30 days:

• Do not use exfoliants or chemical peels on the lip area (retin-A, glycolic/alpha-hydroxy acids, exfoliating scrubs, etc.).
• Do not use petroleum-based products including Chapstick ® brand products.
• Do not use products that contain alcohol, lactose, salt, or saline on the lips
• No injectables, fillers, or laser skin treatments.
• Minimize exposure to direct sunlight. 
• Avoid dusty environments or any task where your lips could be exposed to excessive dust, dirt, or dander.
• If you experience an allergic reaction or develop symptoms of an infection, you should contact your health care provider immediately.

Treatment steps:

• Throughout the healing process: Regularly apply a very thin layer of aftercare balm (provided) to the procedure area using a fresh Q-tip. Always keep the lips moist. Do your best to minimize drying and cracking. Do NOT use mineral oil or any petroleum products such as Vaseline ®or Chapstick ®.
• Day 1: (day of the procedure) In the evening, gently blot the lips with the antiseptic wipes provided. Only use the wipes provided, nothing else. Apply ice packs as needed to reduce swelling
• Days 3 - 14: Each night, clean lips using a gentle soap and your fingers. Avoid prolonged or excessive exposure to water.
• Days 14 - 30: Once your scabs and flaking are fully subsided, you may resume your normal routine (sweat, wear makeup, use facewash, etc.). If you still have some scabs, that’s OK! Everyone heals at a different rate; you can continue to follow day 3 - 14 procedures until the lips are fully healed.

What to expect during the healing process:

• Days 1 - 4: Lips may be tender, swollen, and the surrounding skin may feel tight. Lips will get progressively darker until day 4 (earlier for some people, later for others) as scabs are healing over the procedure area. DO NOT PANIC. Your lips will not stay this dark. The scabs are forming over the new pigment, which makes the new lip appear extra dark.
• Days 5 - 12: The scabs within the procedure area will begin to flake during this period, which will look like dandruff flakes and dry skin. The lips will itch but it is ESPECIALLY important that you do not pick, peel, lick, bite, scratch, or touch the scabbing. Once you reach this stage, new skin is forming over the pigmented area, making the pigment appear lighter than you were expecting. Again, this is completely normal and no cause for alarm.
• Days 13 - 21: The pigment will resurface as the forming skin completely heals and the lips will reach their final appearance. Final appearance will be darker than what was experienced during days 5 - 12.
• 12-16 weeks after a lip blushing procedure, a touch-up session is recommended to fill in any gaps in pigment or darken any areas that lightened too much during the healing process.

Long-term care:

• It is okay and recommended to apply regular moisturizer to your lips.
• To retain the color of your new lips, you should always apply SPF to the area when exposed to the sun. Direct sunlight can cause pigment to fade prematurely.
• Avoid the use of exfoliants or chemical peels on the lip area (retin-A, glycolic/alpha-hydroxy acids, exfoliating scrubs, etc.).
• If you follow these instructions carefully you should expect to see beautiful, polished results that you will love for the next 1-3 years!