Divinity in the details

Please stop all retina, retinol, chemical peels, laser treatments, chemical exfoliants, hydroquinone, steroids etc. Discontinue Retin-A, and Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)

No tanning or sunburned skin. We will not be able to do your procedure. No facials.

No Fish Oil or Vitamin E (they are natural blood thinners)

Drink lots of water and use a quality lip balm or chapstick. We want those lips hydrated and healthy!

In order to avoid excessive bleeding and poor color deposit: Do not drink alcohol 24 - 48 hours before your procedure
Do not consume coffee the morning of your service
Do not take an Aspirin or Ibuprofen for pain relief (these also thin the blood)

• Apply ointment on lips several times a day. This should be done for at least 10 days post-treatment. Do not allow your lips to become dry. This may interfere with healed color. During the day if lips feel dry, apply a light layer of ointment. Make sure to dab/press onto skin, do not rub it in.
• Itching is normal, DO NOT PICK!
• No soaps, cleansing creams, or chemicals on lips. Wash your face carefully avoiding the lip area for 10 days.
• Avoid moisture to the lips such as hot soups and hot coffee for 10 days. Drink everything through a straw until your lips completely peel.
• DO NOT stretch the lips. Avoid biting into large sandwiches, etc. Cut food into tiny bites.
• Do not bite into greasy, oily, salty, or spicy foods, rather cut them up and place them into your mouth.
• While eating, do not constantly wipe your lips with a napkin or keep licking your lips as this will impede the healing process. DO NOT PICK dry healing tissue or you WILL remove the pigment color!
• Avoid water on the new pigmented areas as much as possible, for the first 7 days. (when showering, washing face, etc. have ointment on the pigmented area to protect lips from water). Do not stand in front of the shower head when showering.
• Avoid underwater swimming for a minimum of 4 weeks to avoid bacterial infection.
• Before brushing your teeth, seal your lips with ointment first. Put cotton balls in gum areas so the toothbrush will not rub against the lips. No whitening toothpaste (during the healing process). Use a small amount of toothpaste. Take a straw with you to the bathroom to retrieve water to swish with. Do not bleach/whiten your teeth while your lips are healing (about 2 weeks).
• You may apply an ice pack (which must be protected with a wet barrier film of paper toweling, towel, or cloth) for 10-minute intervals for the first 48 hours. Ice may be applied every hour or so if desired. Do not put ice directly on the area.
• Do not expose the lips to direct sunlight or tanning beds for 4 weeks. This is new skin and will sunburn easily and direct sun prematurely may also cause scarring and alter pigment color.
• You may wear lipstick, lipgloss, and chapstick after 10 days, make sure the tube of lip product is new.
• No smoking while lips are healing (10 days minimum).
• No kissing, rubbing, or friction on your fresh lips until after 10 days or you may lose pigment.
• Lips may be dry for 3 to 6 months depending on the body’s reaction.

• Expect moderate swelling, usually one to three days following the procedure.
• Scabbing may make the lips feel thick.
• Lips will fade up to 50% after the first 5 days.
• While healing, the tattoo will look patchy. This is due to skin regeneration and healing.
• Some New Clients may require multiple sessions (at an additional cost) to achieve their desired density and shape.

1 Week BEFORE Your Appointment:

Do not take any blood-thinning medications (such as aspirin or ibuprofen) for at least a week before your SMP procedure.

No tanning or expose your scalp to the sun for at least a week before your SMP treatment.

24 Hours BEFORE Your Appointment:

Avoid alcohol and caffeine for at least 24 hours before your scalp micro pigmentation treatment.

Do not apply any lotions, creams, or oils to your scalp the day of your SMP procedure. Keeping it free from greasy and oils that will interfere with optimal pigment retention.

Wash your hair and scalp thoroughly the night before the procedure using something mild like baby shampoo or all natural product to prevent the scalp from getting too dry. If you have a dry scalp to begin with, refrain from washing your hair for 24 hours prior to your SMP session.

Drink plenty of water leading up to your appointment to ensure your skin is hydrated and healthy for optimal smp results.

Discontinue Retin-A, and Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) and any chemical exfoliant or "brightening" skincare products. (Once your eyeliner has fully healed, you must cover the area with VASELINE prior to the use of these products to prevent premature fading).

Discontinue Latisse and any other lash growth serum

Please avoid tanning and sunburns. We will not be able to do your service if you have either.

No facials.

Do not drink alcohol 24 hours before your procedure.
Do not consume coffee the morning of your service; this is includes decaf. No Coffee or Caffeine.
Do not take any Aspirin or Ibuprofen for pain relief.
If you wear contacts, please do not wear them to your appointment and refrain from wearing them for a minimum of 24 hours after procedure is finished.
Arrive WITHOUT any eye makeup or eyelashes on.

• Do not wear contact lenses during the procedure or 24 hrs after
• Grab your favorite pair of Sunglasses! Eyes may be light sensitive or even dilated immediately after. The sunglasses are also handy for hiding puffy eyes.
• Take Tylenol as necessary for discomfort. Do not take any NSAIDS, they will thin your blood.
• Eyes may feel dry or irritated. Use Lubricating refresher drops if needed.
• Apply ointment with clean fingers twice daily for 10 days after cleaning. No scrubbing, rubbing, or picking.
• Do not pick or pull off the pigment, let it fall off naturally! Itching is normal.
• You may apply a clean ice pack (which must be protected with a wet barrier film of paper toweling, towel or cloth) for 10-minute intervals for the first 48 hours. Ice may be applied every hour or so, if desired. Do not put ice directly on area.
• Refrain from wearing makeup on or around the eyes for a minimum of 7 days.
• Do not use an eyelash curler for 2 weeks. Clean eyelash curler with alcohol prior to using.
• Refrain from eyelash extensions for a minimum of 2 weeks post your eyeliner service.
• Avoid Retin-A, Glycolic Acids, and Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) near eyes to prevent premature fading.
• Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for a minimum of 4 weeks after your procedure. Direct sunlight can cause the pigment to change color while it is healing and can also cause hyper-pigmentation and scarring.
• NO underwater swimming for 7 days to avoid bacterial infection.
• Avoid pool, sauna, steam rooms, steamy showers, and hot baths for 7 days.

*Expect moderate swelling, usually one to three days following the eyeliner procedure. While healing, the eyeliner procedure will look spotty. This is due to healing skin regeneration. Healed eyeliner will fade up to 50%. Multiple sessions may be required to achieve the desired results.

Please stop all retina, retinol, chemical peels, laser treatments, chemical exfoliants, hydroquinone, steroids etc.

No facials and cease all Botox.

Do not pick/tweeze/wax/thread/perform electrolysis
Do not tan or have a sunburned face
Do not tint your eyebrows.
Do not work out the day of the procedure
Do not take Fish Oil or Vitamin E (they are natural blood thinners)

In order to avoid excessive bleeding and poor color deposit: Do not drink alcohol 24 - 48 hours before your tattoo
Do not consume coffee the morning of your service
Do not take an Aspirin or Ibuprofen for pain relief (these also thin the blood)

Cleanse your brows with a gentle cleanser, and then apply the healing ointment provided (a pea size amount)

Continue repeating the steps morning and night for 5 to 7 days following the procedure

Please avoid steam room, sauna heavy, sweating, as well as alcohol for the first 5 to 7 days after your appointment

*Please take your healing seriously. The rituals we curated for you are to maximize your results. Rest and hydration will also elevate your results. PLEASE NOTE if you ignore our care instructions we are not liable for your results. There are NO guarantees especially if you do not follow the before & after care instructions provided.