Lip Blush Pre and After Care

BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT 

• Use a hydrating lip balm for 1 week prior to your appointment
• Do not drink caffeinated drinks for at least 24 hours prior to your appointment. 
• Do not wear any make-up to your appointment.
• Ensure hair is tied back (or you bring a hair tie with you)
• Do not attend sunbeds for 1 week prior to your appointment
• Do not have any facials 1 week prior to your appointment
• Avoid consuming any substances that can dissolve blood (e.g. Aspirin) 1 week prior to your appointment
• Avoid alcohol 24 hours prior
• Avoid medicines that can impact blood vessel dilation

AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT  

DAY 1

• Wash your lips with sterile water (boiled water cooled down or bottled water if you are out) every time you eat or drink. Ensure your hands are thoroughly cleaned before doing this. 
• Apply aftercare cream every 30-60 minutes to keep the lips well hydrated
  

DAY 2

• In the morning, your lips will appear darker. THIS IS NORMAL. The darkness will fade once the flakiness has gone
  When you wake up, wash your lips with sterile water, just like the previous day.
  After washing your lips, apply a thin layer of aftercare cream, and as before, keep applying throughout the day.
• Once lips appear healed, keep applying a hydrating lip balm for a minimum of 4 weeks to ensure maximum colour retention 

DO NOT

• Wear any make-up for 24 hours MINIMUM (Preferably 1 week)
• Pick/scratch the lips. 
• Attend sun beds for 4 weeks
• Have exposure to direct sunlight for 2 weeks
• Go to the gym for 48 hours.
• Encourage excess sweating for 1 week
• Attend saunas or steam rooms for 1 week