Your healing is just as important as your appointment. Follow these guidelines closely for soft, even, long-lasting results.

Immediately After Your Appointment

• Your brows will appear darker, bolder, and more defined - this is temporary

• Mild redness and tenderness is normal and will subside within 24–48 hours

• You may experience slight fluid or lymph- this is part of the healing process

First 24 Hours

• Gently blot your brows every 1–2 hours with a clean, dry cotton pad to remove excess fluid

• Keep the area clean and dry

Your healing is just as important as your appointment. Follow these simple instructions for the best healed results.

Day 1
- No cleanser, water, makeup, or skincare on your brows.
- Keep brows completely dry.
- In the evening, apply a very thin layer of ointment before bed.

Days 2–10
- Apply a very thin layer of ointment morning and night.
- Do not pick, scratch, rub, or touch your brows.
- Keep makeup, skincare, oils, and cosmetics off the brow area.

Avoid for 10 Days
- Sweating, workouts, and heavy activity
- Swimming, saunas, steam rooms, and hot tubs
- Excessive sun exposure and tanning
- Retinol, acids, Vitamin C, and exfoliating products
- Sleeping directly on your face

What to Expect
- Brows will appear darker and bolder at first.
- Mild redness, tenderness, and slight fluid release are normal.
- Light flaking and peeling may occur *do not pick.
- Brows will soften and lighten by approximately 30–50% as they heal.

Final results are visible in 4–6 weeks.

Touch-Up Appointment
A perfecting appointment at 6–8 weeks is recommended to refine and complete your results.

Long-Term Maintenance
After your touch-up, most clients only need a color boost every 1–2 years to keep their brows looking fresh and beautiful.

Soft, beautiful results come from proper healing. Follow these steps closely to protect your color and ensure the best outcome.

Immediately After Your Appointment

• Lips will feel tender, swollen, and appear brighter or more saturated, this is completely normal

• Your body will produce lymphatic fluid (clear/yellow) - this is part of healing

Day 1

• Gently blot lips every 30–60 minutes for the first few hours using a clean, dry cotton pad

• Allow lips to dry slightly, then apply a very thin layer of ointment (Aquaphor or recommended balm)

• Reapply as needed to keep lips lightly hydrated but not overly saturated (like chapstick application)

Avoid:

• Hot, spicy, salty, or acidic foods

• Excessive touching or pressure

Day 2

• Continue applying a thin layer of ointment throughout the day

• Swelling should begin to subside

Days 3–4

• Lips may feel dry, tight, and begin to flake

• This is expected - do not pick, peel, or exfoliate

• Keep lips consistently hydrated

Days 5–7

• Flaking will finish and a softer, more natural tone will emerge

• Continue to keep lips moisturized

During Healing (First 7–10 Days)

Avoid the following:

• Kissing or friction on the lips

• Makeup or cosmetics on the lips

• Sweating, workouts, or heavy exercise

• Steam, saunas, swimming, or hot environments

• Direct sun exposure

Skincare + Treatments

• Avoid vitamin C, retinol, acids, and exfoliating products around the mouth for 2 weeks before and after

• Botox/fillers should be done 3 weeks before or after your appointment

• Laser treatments should be scheduled 2 weeks before or after

What to Expect

• Color will soften and fade about 30–50%

• Lips may appear uneven during healing … this will correct as they settle

• Final healed results appear around 4–6 weeks

Once Healed

• You can return to your normal routine

• Keep lips hydrated regularly

• Use SPF on the lips to protect your color and extend longevity 

Perfecting Appointment

A touch-up at 6–8 weeks is required to perfect your color and ensure long-lasting, even results

2 year Touchups following will keep results looking gorgeous

Proper aftercare is essential to ensure optimal healing, color retention, and long-lasting results.

Immediately After Your Appointment

• Mild swelling, redness, and sensitivity are normal and may last 24–72 hours.

• The pigment will appear darker and more defined initially—this will soften as healing progresses.

First 7–10 Days (Healing Phase)

Keep the area clean and dry

• Avoid getting the eye area wet for the first 24 hours.

• After 24 hours, gently cleanse the area with clean water—no rubbing or scrubbing.

Avoid the following:

• Lash extensions, strip lashes, or lash lifts

• Mascara or eye makeup

• Lash growth serums

• Rubbing, scratching, or touching the eyes

• Steam, saunas, hot yoga, or excessive sweating

• Direct water pressure (showers hitting the face)

• Sleeping face down

Do not pick or peel

• Flaking or light scabbing is normal

• Picking can cause pigment loss, uneven healing, or scarring

General Care During Healing

• Keep the area clean and free from makeup and skincare products

• Avoid oily or heavy creams near the eyes

• Use a clean pillowcase and avoid contact with unclean surfaces

• If needed, use a clean, damp cotton pad to gently blot—never wipe

What to Expect

• Color will fade by 30–50% during healing

• The liner may appear uneven or patchy before fully settling

• Final results are visible after 4–6 weeks

After Healing (Long-Term Care)

• You may resume normal skincare and makeup once fully healed

• Avoid prolonged sun exposure and use SPF to preserve pigment

• Annual touch-ups are recommended to maintain color and shape

When to Contact Your Artist
Please reach out if you experience:

• Excessive swelling beyond 72 hours

• Signs of infection (increased redness, warmth, pus)

• Unusual discomfort or delayed healing

Touch-Up Appointment
A perfecting session is required 6–8 weeks after your initial appointment to refine shape and color.

Keep it simple, gentle, and consistent for the best healed results.

Healing (Days 1–10)

• No makeup or cosmetics on the area for 10–12 days

• Cleanse gently with a mild cleanser—no scrubbing or pressure

• Avoid sweat, workouts, heat, steam, and sun exposure

• Do not pick, rub, or exfoliate

During Healing

• Light flaking is normal—allow skin to shed naturally

• Once peeling begins, apply a very thin layer of a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer

• Keep the area clean and protected

Skincare + Treatments

• Avoid retinol, vitamin C, acids, and exfoliating products for 2 weeks before and after

• No facials, lasers, or aggressive treatments during healing

Good to know 

• Color will soften as it heals

• Always protect your results with SPF once healed

• A touch-up may be needed to perfect your results