Pre/Post Care | 2026 Shay Danielle Studio
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Permanent Makeup Pre & Post Care Instructions

​BROW TATTOOING (Nano Brows, Powder Brows, Combination Brows)

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Pre Care

  • Stop all skin-thinning products (Retinol, Vitamin A, glycolic acids, exfoliants, etc.) on the brow area at least 2 weeks before your appointment.

  • Waxing, threading, or brow shaping must be completed at least 2 days prior.

  • Brow tinting should be done at least 1 week before your procedure.

  • Avoid alcohol, caffeine, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Niacin, and other blood-thinning substances for 48 hours prior to your appointment.

  • You are welcome to arrive with your brows drawn in if you have a preferred shape. If not, we will design a custom shape together.

  • Cosmetic Botox or fillers must be done at least 2 weeks before or after your appointment.

  • We cannot tattoo over blemishes, sores, or moles in the treatment area.

  • You may experience increased sensitivity during your menstrual cycle.

Aftercare (7–10 Days)

  • Wash your brows morning and night using the cleanser provided in your aftercare kit.

  • Lather cleanser in your hands first, gently cleanse the brows, then blot completely dry.

  • Apply a rice-sized amount of aftercare ointment to each brow morning and night.

  • Oily skin clients may be advised to dry heal without ointment.

  • Flaking is normal. Allow any flakes or scabs to shed naturally.

  • Colour will soften as the brows heal.

Avoid for 10 Days

  • Direct sun exposure and tanning.

  • Excess sweating (moderate exercise is okay).

  • Running direct water over the brows.

  • Makeup, skincare products, Vaseline, creams, or exfoliants on the brows.

  • Saunas, pools, steam rooms, facials, massages, or skin treatments.

  • Retinols, acids, AHAs, BHAs, or exfoliating products on the brow area.

  • Laser light therapy near the brows.

Long-Term Care

  • Wear SPF daily once healed to prevent premature fading.

  • Avoid repeated use of exfoliating products over the tattooed area.

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LIP BLUSH

Pre Care

  • Your lips must be healthy, smooth, and hydrated for your appointment. If your lips are dry, cracked, peeling, or damaged, your appointment will need to be rescheduled and your deposit will be forfeited.

  • Exfoliate your lips gently 3 days before your appointment using a lip scrub or a mixture of honey and brown sugar.

  • Moisturize your lips daily for at least 1 week before your appointment. Aquaphor is recommended.

  • If you have ever experienced a cold sore, fever blister, or herpes simplex outbreak, you must obtain antiviral medication from your physician and take it as directed before and after your appointment.

  • We recommend taking L-Lysine for 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after your procedure, even if you have never had a cold sore.

  • Appointments must be rescheduled if you have an active cold sore, breakout, scratch, irritation, or acne near the lips.

Aftercare (14 Days)

  • Lips may feel swollen, tender, tight, and dry immediately after the procedure.

  • Apply aftercare ointment several times daily for 14 days to keep lips moisturized and prevent cracking.

  • Always apply ointment using a clean Q-tip.

  • Peeling and flaking are normal once tenderness subsides.

  • Do not pick, peel, or scratch the lips.

  • Keep lips protected from excessive sun exposure during healing.

Avoid During Healing

  • Picking or peeling the lips.

  • Direct sun exposure or tanning beds.

  • Excessive water exposure or strong water pressure.

  • Oily, salty, acidic, or spicy foods during the first few days.

  • Alcohol during the initial healing period.

  • Glycolic acids, fruit acids, hydroxy acids, retinols, or exfoliants around the lips.

What to Expect

  • Lip blush heals in stages: too dark → too light → just right.

  • Colour will continue adjusting and settling for approximately 30 days.

  • Some redness, swelling, tenderness, dryness, and patchiness are normal.

  • Individual results vary. Touch-ups may occasionally be required due to factors such as scarring, sun damage, previous filler, or individual healing responses.

Long-Term Care

  • Apply SPF daily to maintain colour longevity.

  • Lipstick and other lip products may be resumed once healing is complete.

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EYELINER TATTOOING

Pre Care

  • Remove eyelash extensions at least 2 weeks before your appointment.

  • Do not reapply extensions for 4–6 weeks after the procedure.

  • Discontinue eyelash growth serums for at least 6 months prior to treatment.

  • This procedure is not recommended for clients with highly vascular eyelids (visible veins).

  • Arrive with clean eyes and no eye makeup.

  • Avoid alcohol, caffeine, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Niacin, and other blood-thinning substances for 48 hours before your appointment.

  • If you are prone to allergies or eye irritation, taking an antihistamine prior to your appointment may be helpful.

Aftercare (10 Days)

  • Pigment may appear patchy or faded during healing. This is normal.

  • Colour will continue settling over approximately 30 days.

  • Wash gently with warm water and mild soap using clean hands only.

  • Pat dry gently; do not rub or drag the skin.

  • Sleep with your head slightly elevated for the first few nights if swelling occurs.

  • If itching develops, a very small amount of ointment may be applied using a clean Q-tip.

  • Avoid allowing the area to become excessively dry.

Avoid for 10 Days

  • Picking or touching any flakes or scabs.

  • Getting ointment into the eyes.

  • Eye makeup for at least 5 days.

  • Eyelash tinting, lifting, perming, or extensions.

  • Creams, skincare, or makeup directly on the treated area.

  • Swimming, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, or excessive heat.

  • Sun exposure and tanning beds.

  • Heavy sweating (moderate exercise is okay).

  • Rubbing the eyes or using rough towels.

What to Expect

  • Expected fading is approximately 30–40%.

  • Final results should not be assessed until at least 6 weeks post-procedure.

  • Most clients do not require a touch-up, although one is available if desired.

  • If signs of infection occur, seek medical attention immediately.

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Important Information for All Permanent Makeup Procedures

  • Individual healing results vary and specific outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

  • Following aftercare instructions is essential for proper healing and pigment retention.

  • Failure to follow aftercare recommendations may affect your healed results.

  • If you have any concerns during the healing process, please contact our studio

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