In order for your new brows to heal properly (and look their best) these Pre-Care Instructions found below are of the UTMOST IMPORTANCE! Pre-Care instructions are designed to limit bleeding and skin sensitivities during the service. Excessing bleeding during the procedure will dilute the pigment color and lead to poor results! 

Attention Please:

We strongly advise prospective new clients to book their appointments at least 3-4 months in advance of Vacations, Weddings, and Special Occasions. This allows adequate time for healing and time to receive touch ups (at an additional cost if desired). Some New Clients may require multiple sessions ( at an additional cost) to achieve their desired density and shape. 

• Do not work out 48 hours before procedure.
• NO alcohol or caffeine 48 hours before procedure {Yes, there is caffeine in decaf coffee and tea!)
• Avoid sun and tanning on your face two weeks prior to procedure.
• Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E or Advil/Ibuprofen 48 hours before procedure.
• Avoid Fish Oil, Prenatal Vitamins, Nutritional Shakes (Shakeology, etc), “Hair, Skin, Nail” supplements two weeks prior to procedure.
• Discontinue Retin-A, Chemical and Laser Peels, Microdermabrasions, Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA), and any chemical exfoliant or “brightening” skincare at least 6 weeks prior (Once your brows have fully healed, you must cover your brow tattoo with VASELINE prior to the use of these products on forehead area to prevent premature fading).
• Botox and filler on the forehead, temple, and eye area should be avoided 2 months prior to procedure for those who do not regularly receive injectables.
• No brow waxing, tinting, or threading one week prior (the more natural hair growth you have, the better!
• Please Note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.

24 HOURS AFTER PROCEDURE: Blot brows with tissue to absorb lymphatic fluid that is excreting from tattoo.

1. Apply thin layer of ointment on brows 2 times a day with a clean Q-tip for 5 to 7 days. Only a very small amount is needed on the eyebrow area. Do not let the brows get dry and Crusty. Some minor swelling, redness or itching is normal and to be expected.
2. Keep area clean and avoid sun, extremely hot weather, chlorine pools, and direct water pressure during the first few days of healing.
3. Do not pick or rub the area. Brows will oxidize and get darker before they lighten in healing. They may look patchy, scabby and uneven. This is normal.
4. Do not wear any makeup for 72 hours directly on brow area.
5. Never use exfoliating products on brow area.

Future maintenance touch ups may be desired to keep them beautiful.

As a necessary precaution, we require ALL of our Aquarelle Lip clients to take an anti-viral medication for a total of 5 days (the two days before procedure, one the day-of procedure, and for the two days post-procedure).

Examples of antiviral medications are Zovirax, Famvir, or Valtrex. There are no exceptions to this rule, which holds true every time you get a lip tattoo.

You will need to contact your physician to obtain your prescription-strength antiviral medication. You must inform them of your decision to have permanent cosmetics applied to your lips, and they will need to call your prescription in for you to pick up at your pharmacy.

If you have ever had a fever, blister, or cold sore, you must be prescribed Valtrex or antiviral medication!

Begin your Anti-Viral medication two days before the procedure • Do not work out 48 hours before the procedure • NO alcohol, caffeine, or stimulants 48 hours before the procedure (Yes, there is caffeine in decaf coffee and tea!) • Avoid sun and tanning one week before the procedure • Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E or Advil/Ibuprofen 48 hours before the procedure • Avoid Fish Oil, Primrose Oil, Prenatal Vitamins, Nutritional Shakes (Shakeology, etc), “Hair, Skin, Nail” supplements for a minimum of 48 hours before procedure • Discontinue Retin-A, and Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) at least six weeks prior • Must wait a minimum six months after lip fillers and six weeks after touch-up. It is possible to have poor color retention in lips that have had injections within 6-12. weeks • Wait six months after lip implant and get written clearance from your surgeon.

• Lips may be swollen, tender, and very dry for a few days after your treatment. This is normal.
• Apply lip balm, Carmex, or after-care ointment on lips several times daily for 7-10 days post-treatment.
• Do not allow your lips to become dry. This may interfere with the healed color. During the day, apply liberally by tapping, not rubbing the ointment in. Remember to use a clean Q-tip or wash your hands before applying.
• It is advised to sleep on an old pillowcase in case residual pigment comes off the skin. After the initial peeling of the outer layer, lips may continue to be chapped and flaky. This is normal. Continue keeping them moisturized, and do not pick at the skin.
• Avoid tanning beds, sunburning, extreme heat, and chlorine pools/hot tubs, as this will cause possible infection and blistering in the healing area.
• Be sure to protect your lips with sunblock to prevent fading.
• Redness, swelling, tenderness, and dryness are normal. For your comfort, try to avoid hot, spicy, salty, and acidic foods.
• Lips are unpredictable. Some clients yield a very strong, healed color, while others heal with a slight color. You may require 1-3 sessions to obtain desired color retention.
• Cold sores are a common side effect and can occur on the third or fourth day. Therefore, it is required that you take the necessary preventative medication prescribed to minimize this possibility immediately, preferably two days before the procedure and for three to four days following the procedure.
• Lips heal in 3 stages: Too dark, too light, and just right. This process may take up to a month.

For new procedures (excluding models): Schedule your touch-up visit for one month or more apart. Normally, you are allowed one touch-up visit within a year unless specified. Maintenance or corrective procedures do not include additional complimentary touch-ups unless specified.