Pre & Post Procedure Instructions

Avoid alcohol 24 hours before
Avoid blood thinners for 2 days before (NSAIDS, Aspirin, Vitamin E, Gingko Biloba, Ginseng, St. John's Wart, Fish Oil/Omega 3's)
Avoid Retin-A 2 days before and 2 days after

Avoid alcohol 24 hours before
Avoid blood thinners for 2 days before (Aspirin, Vitamin E, Gingko Biloba, Ginseng, St. John's Wart, Fish Oil/Omega 3's)

Avoid straining, heavy lifting & vigorous exercise for 48 hours after
No direct sunlight for 24 hours
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours
No use of straws for 24 hours for lip filler
For swelling or to prevent swelling & bruising you can take Arnica, eat pineapple, use cold compresses.
You may take Tylenol for discomfort.
Sleep face up & elevated if possible
Avoid high sodium foods for 24-48 hours. This may contribute to increased swelling.
Ice the treated area off and on for 24 hours to decrease swelling and minimize bruising.

Do Not use cleansers or other skin care products for two days
Do Not go in the sun or heat for two days
Do Not exercise or work up a sweat promoting body heat. You can risk pigmentation or rashes
Do Not go in a hot tub or take a hot shower or sauna
Do use the copper spray we provide for two days
Do relax and stay cool
Do call with any questions or concerns
On day 3 you can resume all activity still being extra careful in sun by using sun protection.

Will look dark and heavy for a week until it begins to fade to its natural look.
No sun, no sweat, no overheating, no strenuous activity for first 3 days.
After 3 days you can powder over the permanent makeup
Must keep moist with Aquaphor or other healing ointment until completely healed.