Precare for permanent makeup

Before getting permanent makeup, you must follow the precare advice to minimise discomfort during your treatment and allow for the optimum healed results long term.

3 weeks before your PMU appointment:

  • No Botox or fillers in the area of treatment. This needs time to settle before a permanent makeup treatment.

  • No chemical peels or laser treatments

2 weeks before:

  • For any brow treatment, discontinue use of retinol products or skin acids at least 2 weeks before.

1 week before:

  • Avoid intense sun exposure - this includes sun beds, to avoid damaging the skin before your treatment.

  • For lip blush, drink plenty of water in the week leading up and apply an intensive lip balm. Lip blush results are directly impacted by the ‘canvas’ we have to work with, and any dryness can cause retention issues. Also, if you have ever suffered from cold sores, you will want to get an anti-viral medication to prevent an outbreak - this can be purchased from online pharmacies. Please follow the advice of a healthcare professional on how/when to take this.

24 - 48hrs before:

  • Avoid heavy exercise, as this increases your blood flow.

  • Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E and/or Ibuprofen, omega-3, unless medically necessary

  • Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks (this includes tea) the day before and day of your treatment.

The best healed results are directly linked to the precare & aftercare being followed correctly.

Aftercare

After getting permanent makeup, you should follow these aftercare tips to help the area heal and maintain the results:

  • Avoid touching: Keep the area clean and avoid touching, picking, or rubbing it. 

  • Avoid certain activities: Avoid heavy exercise, sweating, sun exposure, swimming, saunas, and jacuzzis for a period of time. 

  • Avoid certain products: Avoid makeup, skincare products, cleansing creams, and chemicals on the treated area. 

  • Put a fresh pillow case on your bed and sleep on your back: If possible, sleep on your back to prevent the treated area from sticking to your pillowcase. 

  • Let scabs fall off: Don't pick at scabs, as this can cause pigment loss or scarring. 

  • Moisturize: Apply ointment or Vaseline to the treated area to keep it moist. 

  • Wash gently: After a few days, you can gently cleanse the area with warm water and avoid rubbing it vigorously. 

  • Schedule touch-ups: Schedule touch-ups to keep your permanent makeup looking fresh. 

  • Notify your doctor: If you're getting an MRI within three months of your treatment, tell your doctor. 

  • Don't give blood: You can't give blood for six months after your treatment. 

The healing process for permanent makeup can take 4–8 weeks.

For those who have had lip blush:

For lip blush healing, there are a few additional aftercare tips for you to protect your lips:

  • Avoid spicy foods for first few days - this will sting and irritate your lips!

  • Eat beige food for the first few days, consume nothing saturated with colour - tomato based foods, curry, red wine etc.

  • Avoid kissing for 4-5 days to avoid infection or irritation.

  • Drink using a straw for the first few days and avoid food touching your lips when you eat.

  • Keep applying the ointment to avoid excessive dryness or peeling.