7 Days Before

• 🚫 Avoid blood thinners like aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, and alcohol

• ❌ No tanning, sunburns, or self-tanner on the treatment area

• 💊 Let us know if you are taking any prescription medications

3–5 Days Before

• 🧴 Discontinue active skincare near the treatment area (retinol, acids, peels)

• ❌ No Botox or fillers in the area being treated within 2 weeks of your appointment

• 💋 For lip blush clients: Begin taking antiviral medication (like Valtrex) if you have a history of cold sores — this is crucial to prevent outbreaks

24 Hours Before

• 🛑 No alcohol, caffeine, or intense workouts (they increase sensitivity and bleeding)

• 💧 Hydrate and moisturize the treatment area gently

Day of Appointment

• 🧼 Come with clean skin – no makeup, moisturizer, or sunscreen on the area

• 🕶️ Avoid wearing contact lenses if receiving eyeliner PMU

• 💆🏻‍♀️ Be well-rested and eat before your session

Most clients describe the sensation as mild discomfort or light scratching—not actual pain. We apply a high-quality topical numbing cream before and during the procedure to keep you as comfortable as possible.

Pain tolerance varies by person and treatment area:

• Brows feel like light scratching or pressure

• Lips tend to be more sensitive but are well-managed with numbing

• Eyeliner may feel ticklish or slightly stingy, but is quick and tolerable

You may feel slight tenderness or tightness afterward, similar to a sunburn, but it fades quickly.

✨ Most clients say, “That wasn’t bad at all!”

Permanent makeup is a semi-invasive procedure, so some healing time is expected. Here’s what to expect:

Healing Timeline:

• Day 1–2: Color will appear bold, darker, and more defined

• Day 3–5: Light scabbing or flaking may occur — do not pick

• Day 6–10: Color may appear lighter or faded (this is normal!)

• Week 2–4: Skin is healing underneath — color gradually settles and softens

• Week 6–8: Touch-up appointment ensures pigment is even and long-lasting

💡 Total downtime: 7–10 days

During this time, avoid:

• Heavy sweating, swimming, saunas, or long sun exposure

• Makeup or skincare products on the treated area

• Touching, picking, or scratching

Most clients resume normal activities right away, but skin will go through a soft healing phase where the pigment adjusts and settles in.

Permanent makeup is semi-permanent, meaning the pigment fades gradually over time as your skin naturally exfoliates.

💄 Average longevity:

• Brows: 1–3 years

• Lip Blushing: 2–3 years

• Eyeliner: 2–4 years

Longevity depends on:

• Skin type (oily skin fades faster)

• Lifestyle (sun exposure, skincare products, workouts)

• Pigment color (lighter tones fade quicker)

• How well you follow pre- and post-care instructions

✨ Touch-ups are recommended every 12–18 months to refresh color and shape, especially if you want to maintain a crisp, defined look.

You might be a great candidate for PMU if you:

✅ Want to save time on your daily makeup routine
✅ Struggle with uneven brows, sparse hair, or patchy arches
✅ Desire defined eyes without the hassle of eyeliner smudging
✅ Want fuller, more symmetrical lips with soft natural color
✅ Have allergies or sensitivities to conventional makeup
✅ Lead a busy, active lifestyle and want to wake up ready
✅ Have trouble applying makeup due to age, vision, or mobility

PMU is ideal for anyone looking for a low-maintenance, confidence-boosting solution that enhances natural beauty—without the daily effort.

✨ Bonus: It’s waterproof, sweat-proof, and smudge-proof!

Healing Overview

• Expect some redness, swelling, or tenderness for the first 24–48 hours

• Color will appear darker and more intense at first — this is normal

• Scabbing or flaking may occur around days 3–7 — do not pick or scratch

• Final color will soften by 30–50% as the skin heals

• Full healing takes 4–6 weeks, at which point your touch-up is recommended

✅ DO:

• Gently blot area with a clean tissue if fluid appears during the first 24 hours

• Apply a thin layer of healing ointment (if instructed by your artist)

• Use a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser and pat dry

• Avoid direct water pressure and keep area dry when possible

• Protect with SPF once healed (sun fades pigment quickly)

🚫 AVOID (For 7–10 Days):

• No makeup on the treated area

• No touching, scratching, or picking

• No saunas, pools, hot tubs, or long hot showers

• No intense workouts or sweating

• No skincare actives (retinoids, acids, exfoliants)