TREATMENT PREP & AFTERCARE

• Avoid consuming alcohol within 24 hours prior to treatment.
• Arrange your anaesthetic (see below)
• Some medications may cause adverse effects. Please get in touch for further advice regarding any medication you are taking. Doctor approval may be required in some medical circumstances.
• If you take supplements known to thin the blood, such as fish oil, cease taking 1 week prior to treatment.
• If you are currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive please get in touch for further advice.
• If the area you would like treated has existing cosmetic tattoos, please get in touch or send pics prior to booking an appointment.
• More information about contraindications and precautions is available on our website.
• FAMILY PLANNING: We’re unable to tattoo during pregnancy. If you are planning a pregnancy, please take the 4-8 week touch-up into consideration. The touch-up is a complimentary service which is valid for up to 12 weeks only, and cannot be extended or exchanged for a credit.
• Please read the relevant “Prep & Aftercare” information located at the bottom of this page, for the service you are booked in for.

• EXERCISE: Avoid cardio workouts and excessive sweating until the healing area starts to scab up (2-5 days). Once scabbing starts, you may resume normal exercising, however, be cautious of exposing the area to sweat.
• Do not touch the healing area with fingers.
• Do not expose or submerge the area in chlorinated pools or salt water.
• Avoid saturating the area in water.
• Avoid hot, steamy showers, steam rooms and saunas until healed.
• Avoid spray tanning the area until healed.
• Avoid consuming alcohol for 48 hours post-treatment.
• Protect the area from sun exposure and ensure your skin is in good health for 2-weeks prior to treatment.
• Do not pick the flaking skin or scabs.
• Ensure your touch up is booked for 4-8 weeks post treatment.
• Certain chemicals in cleansers and moisturisers will accelerate fading and may discolour the tattoo. Avoid applying these products to any tattooed areas unless directed to do so.
• Expected healing time is 5-9 days.

Where did the colour go?

During the healing process, the tattooed area will become intensely dark and minor scabbing will develop as new collagen rich skin forms underneath.

This new skin temporarily makes the pigment appear faded and dull.

Protect and nourish this new skin and the colour will return within a few weeks.

Your comfort is our priority! We recommend ordering the below medical grade Anaesthetic, to ensure you'll be totally comfortable throughout the entire treatment. With this, you'll only feel a minor vibration at the area.

We work strictly within legal compliance, so are unable to supply you with medical grade pharmaceuticals however, we've made it super easy for you to arrange:

You can order your numbing here from Keperra Compounding Pharmacy online
Please make sure you fill out the Patient Care Checklist here
at: https://compoundingpharmacy.com.au/topical-anaesthetic-patient-care-checklist/

 

Please avoid purchasing numbing products from a local pharmacy. Their products are generally half the strength of what we recommend.

Do not order more for your touch-up, this formulation provides enough product for both treatments.

LIP BLUSHING

Preparation:

• If you have a history of cold sores, it is essential to see a health consultant (pharmacist or Doctor) at least 4-days prior to treatment, and request preventative intervention.
• Ensure the lip area is not sunburnt, damaged, chapped or too dry.
• Gently exfoliate 1-week prior to treatment and sleep with a hydrating product (e.g. PawPaw balm, lip treatment or Bepanthen) on the lip area.
• Repeat the above step every second night until the day of treatment.
• Avoid Laser within 2-weeks of your appointment.
• You'll need to avoid laser on or near the lip area post-tattooing. I recommend ensuring any laser treatment courses are completed prior to having Lip Blushing.

 

Aftercare:

• Swelling may be expected after treatment. This normally subsides throughout the day, however, may last 3-5 days.
• Apply a cold compress or ice to the area immediately after treatment, for just a few minutes, and repeat every few hours that day.
• Avoid applying ice directly to exposed skin, a clean tissue may be used as a barrier.
• Avoid consuming hot drinks or alcohol for the first few days post-treatment.
• Using a clean cotton tip, apply a very thin layer of recommended Aftercare product to the area, regularly, throughout the day.
• Do not apply makeup to the area or touch with fingers until healed (1 week).
• Dryness, flaking, and peeling may be expected within the first few days and is normally completed within a week.
• The colour normally disappears at first, due to the changes in new skin. Colour will return at around 7-weeks.
• If you experience symptoms of cold sores, inflammation, or tenderness at the treated area, notify your Artist and consult a pharmacist immediately.
• Return for a touch up at 8-weeks.

BROWS

Preparation:

• You may like to get your brows waxed/tidied 5 or more days prior to treatment.
• Do not tint prior to treatment, we aim to colour match according to your natural tones.
• Gently exfoliate 1-week prior to treatment and ensure the skin is well nourished.
• Repeat the above step every second night until the day of treatment.
• Avoid using Brow growth serums at least 30 days prior to treatment.
• You will be advised to avoid cleansers near the area during healing, I recommend washing your hair prior to your appointment.
• Do come in with an open mind about technique options. After a thorough consultation, your Artist will recommend the most suitable option to achieve your Brow goals.

Aftercare:

• Gently clean the area with a damp cotton tip, prior to applying Aftercare product.
• Dab the area with a clean tissue if necessary, to ensure the area is dry.
• Using another clean cotton tip, apply a very thin layer of Aftercare product to the area and allow to dry.
• Remove any excess product with the other end of your cotton tip.
• Repeat this process 1-2 times daily, or as directed.
• Do this before showering rather than after, so that the product can assist with protecting your healing Brows from water.
• Do not saturate the area with water during healing, until the final scabs naturally fall off (1-2 weeks).
• Avoid cleansers on or near the area during healing, once healed be cautious of exposing the area to intensive fading treatments such as; chemical peels, microneedling, retinols, and cosmeceutical grade products.
• Once healed, minor patchiness in colour may be present. This is normal and will be adjusted accordingly at the touch-up. I recommend wearing brow products to blend these areas until then.
• Return for a touch-up at 4-8 weeks.

EYELINER

Preparation:

• No lash extensions on at the time of your appointment, due to safety reasons. Lashes may be applied 3-weeks after your eyeliner is healed.
• Avoid using Lash enhancing serums at least 30 days prior to treatment.
• It’s essential to avoid eye makeup/ mascara whilst healing (1 week).You may like to get your lashes tinted 5 (or more) days prior. Do not tint less than 5 days prior to your appointment.
• If you wear contact lenses ensure they are removed and bring your glasses if needed.
• Avoid eye makeup (if possible) at the time of your appointment.
• If you have any moles on the lash line, recent infections, concerns or irregular skin issues please reach out directly, or DM a close-up pic if you’re unsure.

 

Aftercare:

• You may experience minor puffiness after treatment, however, you can expect to resume normality; Driving or returning to work immediately afterwards is fine.
• Slight increase of puffiness may be expected the next morning. This normally subsides throughout the day, however may last 3-5 days.
• Apply a cold compress or ice to the area immediately after treatment, for just a few minutes, and repeat every few hours that day.
• Avoid applying ice directly to exposed skin, a clean tissue may be used as a barrier.
• Using a clean cotton tip, apply a very thin layer of product to the area 1-2 times per day, as directed.
• Do not apply mascara or eye makeup to the area or touch with fingers until healed (1 week).
• Do not apply lash extensions within 3 weeks post-treatment.
• If you experience any unexpected discomfort or irritation of the eye area, notify your Artist and consult a pharmacist immediately.
• Return for a touch-up at 4-8 weeks.