Lips
✔ Enjoy the confidence of going lipstick-free
✔ Wake up to soft, naturally colored lips
✔ Save time – no need for frequent touch-ups
✔ Smudge-resistant and kiss-proof
Mina S.
Sara A.
Nazanin K.
Permanent Lip Blush
1. Initial Consultation
Begin your journey with a personalized consultation where we will discuss your ideal lip shape, color, and style to ensure your desired results. My priority is to make sure you fully understand the process and feel completely at ease with what’s to come.
2. Design
I’ll create a preliminary outline directly on your lips, giving you a chance to visualize the final look and make any necessary adjustments to ensure it aligns with your preferences.
3. Numbing
Your comfort is essential. I apply a high-quality topical numbing cream to ensure minimal discomfort throughout the procedure.
4. Pigmentation
With precision and care, I implant the selected pigment into your lips, ensuring even distribution and perfect color saturation.
5. Aftercare
Once the pigmentation is complete, I’ll provide you with thorough aftercare instructions. These guidelines will help you care for your newly enhanced lips and avoid activities or products that may interfere with the healing process. Proper aftercare is key to ensuring beautiful healing and vibrant, lasting color.
Limit Sun Exposure
Avoid direct UV exposure on your lips for at least two weeks before your appointment. If your lips are sunburned or excessively tanned, we may need to reschedule your treatment.
Lip Exfoliation
Gently exfoliate your lips with a lip scrub in the days leading up to your appointment to remove dead skin and ensure optimal condition for pigment application. Avoid using harsh scrubs.
Avoid Lip Fillers
To ensure the filler has settled and your lip shape is stable, refrain from lip filler treatments for at least 4 weeks before your appointment.
Avoid Facial Treatments
Avoid chemical peels, laser treatments, or other intensive facial treatments around the lip area within 3 weeks of your appointment.
Cold Sores
If you are prone to cold sores, consult with your doctor about starting antiviral medication before the procedure to prevent an outbreak, as lip blush can trigger the virus.
Diet and Medication
Initial Hours
First 4-6 Hours: Clean your lips every few hours with a damp cotton pad to remove lymph fluid and reduce scabbing.
Ointment Application: After 4 hours, begin applying the provided ointment to keep your lips moist. Use a thin layer to allow the skin to breathe.
Day 1 - Day 7
Ointment Use: Continue applying the ointment regularly until flaking subsides to prevent dryness.
General Care Tips
Face Washing: Use gentle, unscented products to wash your face, treating the lip area with extra care.
Moisture Management: Reapply the ointment as needed throughout the day to keep your lips from feeling tight or dry.
Water Exposure: Avoid submerging your lips in water, and take shorter, cooler showers.
Diet: Avoid spicy foods for 48 hours and drink liquids with a straw for the first 5 days to protect the pigment.
Physical Activity: Limit activities that cause sweating for the first few days to reduce swelling and bleeding.
Precautions
- Makeup: Avoid applying makeup to the treated area for 10 days to prevent infection.
- Scab Care: Do not pick at any scabs; allow them to fall off naturally.
- Sun Protection: Keep your lips protected from the sun. Use SPF lip balm after healing to maintain the pigment.
Color Changes during Healing
- Immediate Appearance: Your lips will initially appear darker, but the color will lighten significantly within the first week.
- Healing Phases: The color will stabilize over 4-6 weeks, and it’s normal to experience patchiness or color shifts during this time.
Touch-Ups
If needed, schedule a follow-up appointment within 6 to 8 weeks to refine color or shape.
For Best Results
Patience and Care: Follow all aftercare instructions carefully to ensure optimal healing and results.
Protection: Keep your lips shielded from excessive sunlight and avoid harsh facial treatments during the healing period.
Lip blush typically lasts between 2 to 3 years, depending on factors such as skin type, sun exposure, lifestyle, and how closely you follow aftercare instructions. Regular touch-ups are recommended to maintain the vibrancy of the color over time.
Thanks to the application of topical anesthetics before and during the procedure, most clients experience very little discomfort. You may feel a slight pressure or tingling, but this is usually well-tolerated.
Color selection is an important and personalized part of your lip blush experience. During your consultation, we’ll work together to select the perfect shade that complements your natural lip color and enhances your overall complexion.
We assess your natural lip color in various lighting conditions to understand its undertone. This helps us choose a pigment that will look natural and blend seamlessly with your lips as it heals. Since the color will lighten by about 50% during the healing process, we opt for a slightly brighter or more intense shade initially, ensuring a perfect result once the color settles.
We also discuss your preferences, whether you want a subtle enhancement or a bolder look, ensuring the final result matches your desired outcome. You’ll have access to a variety of shades, and I’ll guide you in choosing the one that suits you best.
Yes, you can still get lip blush if you have a history of cold sores. However, it's important to inform your artist, as the procedure can trigger an outbreak in those who carry the virus.
If you’re prone to cold sores, we recommend consulting with your doctor about starting antiviral medication before and after the procedure. This precaution helps minimize the risk of an outbreak and ensures smoother healing and better results.
How should I prepare for a lip blush procedure?
Proper preparation is key to achieving the best results. Here's what you should do:
Avoid Certain Substances: For 24 hours before your appointment, avoid alcohol, caffeine, and blood thinners. These substances can increase bleeding, swelling, and affect the pigment absorption, which may impact the final results.
Hydrate Your Lips: Start moisturizing your lips a few days before the procedure to ensure they are hydrated and in the best condition for pigment application.
Come With Clean Lips: Arrive with clean, makeup-free lips, as residue from makeup or products can interfere with the procedure.
Health Disclosure: Let your artist know about any health concerns, especially if you have a history of cold sores. Your artist may recommend taking antiviral medication to prevent an outbreak.
Cosmetic Treatments: If you’ve had lip fillers or any other cosmetic treatments recently, ensure your lips have fully healed before undergoing lip blush. Discuss the timing with your artist for the best results.
The initial session usually takes between 2.5 to 3.5 hours, including the consultation, design, and the tattooing process.
What can I expect after my lip blush appointment?
After your session, you can expect a quick and easy healing process, which is one of the fastest among permanent makeup treatments. Here’s what to anticipate:
Right After the Procedure: You may experience some tenderness, which should last around 24 hours. If you’ve had lip fillers, swelling may be more noticeable, so it’s best not to schedule any major events immediately after.
Healing Duration: Your lips will heal quickly, typically within 5-7 days, with no downtime required.
Colour Changes: The color will initially appear darker but will lighten by about 50% within the first week. Over the next 3-6 weeks, the color will soften and blend with your natural lip tissue.
Customization: The final result can be customized during follow-up visits to achieve your preferred level of definition and color.
Proper aftercare is vital for the best healing and longevity. Follow these steps:
Keep the Lips Clean: Gently clean your lips every hour for the first few hours using a cotton pad to remove any lymph fluid. This helps reduce scabbing.
Moisturize Regularly: Apply the healing ointment provided, using clean hands or a Q-tip to avoid introducing bacteria.
No Makeup: Avoid applying makeup to your lips for about a week after the procedure to prevent interference with healing.
Avoid Certain Foods and Drinks: For the first few days, stay away from spicy and salty foods, which can irritate the treated area. Drink liquids through a straw to avoid direct contact with your lips.
Limit Sun Exposure: Protect your lips from the sun to prevent fading and ensure proper healing. Once healed, use SPF lip balm to maintain the pigment.
Don’t Pick or Peel: Let any peeling skin fall off naturally to avoid disturbing the pigment and causing uneven healing.
Swelling and Tenderness: Some swelling and tenderness are normal but should subside within a few days. You can apply an ice pack wrapped in a cloth to reduce swelling.
Follow-Up Care: Attend any recommended follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing and to make any necessary adjustments.
