OKC SCHOOL OF PERMANENT MAKEUP

EnhanceOKC School of Permanent Makeup

For more information regarding Enhance OKC School of Permanent Makeup, please review the information below or give us a call at 405-623-5683.

pre & post care instructions

Enhance School of Permanent Makeup

Pre-Procedure Guidelines for Permanent Makeup
I . As a result of the procedure. the treated area may become irritated and swell, weep. and scab. It is advised not to make any social plans for 3-7 days.

2. If unwanted hair is normally removed from the treatment area, do not remove hair for 2 days prior to the procedure. Electrolysis should not be done for 5 days prior to the procedure. Do not resume any type of hair removal for 5 days after the procedure.

3. If eyebrows or eyelashes are normally dyed, do not have them dyed within 2 days pre-procedure and 7 days post-procedure.

4. If you wear contact lenses, do not wear them the day of the procedure if you are having eyeliner procedure performed. If you do not have eyeglasses you need to arrange for a ride home.

5. If you are having lip liner or full lips done, due to the chance of a fever blister outbreak. it is advised you consult your physician and obtain a prescription for an anti-viral medication to be taken 1 day pre-procedure.,day of procedure, and 5 days post-procedure (7 day script).

6. If you routinely take a blood thinning medication it is advised you consult your physician and discuss discontinuing the medication for 2 days prior to a lip procedure. Also, refrain from the use of alcohol for 2 days prior to the procedure.

7. Do not use chemical peels, tretinoin (Retin-A). topical steroids. or products that contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) or other acids on the area to be treated for 14 days prior to the procedure.

8. Consult your physician regarding the use of an OTC antihistamine (such as Benadryl) to control swelling post-procedure.

If you have any questions call Denice at 405-623-5683.

Post-Procedure Guidelines for Permanent Makeup
1. Do not pick, scratch or peel the treated area. You can cause an infection or pull the pigment from the skin.

2. Apply the provided ointment to the treated area 3-5 times a day until it has healed. Always use a clean cotton swab and apply the ointment sparingly.

3. Ice packs or Benadryl (with your physician's approval) can be used to control swelling.

4. Do not use harsh soap to cleanse the area. We recommend a mild pure soap with no additives.

5. Do not expose the area to direct sunlight, tanning beds, hot tubs, saunas, salt water, chlorinated pools, hot water, skin creams, ointments, or lotions other than what you have been instructed to use for 2 weeks following the procedure.

6. Do not apply makeup for 5 days following the procedure, then start with new makeup. Do not use your old makeup after the procedure.

7. Do not dye your lashes or brows for 7 days post-procedure.

8. Do not resume any type of hair removal in the treated areas for 5 days post-procedure.

9. Do not use chemical peels, tretinoin (Retin-A), topical steroids, or products that contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) or other acids on the treated area, as this will cause the color to fade. Use a good sunblock on the treated areas for the same reason.

10. After a lip procedure, avoid hot or spicy foods, drink through a straw, and cut your food into bite-sized pieces for 7 days.

11. Do not use whitening toothpaste for 7 days following a lip procedure, as this can cause pigment loss.

12. Sleep with your head slightly elevated for 48 hours after the procedure. 1

If you have any questions call Denice at 405-623-5683.

Additioanl Post Procedure Advice and After Care Instructions
Proper care following your intradermal cosmetic enhancement is necessary to achieve the best results. Keep in mind that in many cases some unevenness of color is to be expected. This is the purpose of the touchup visit. Continue to follow your Pre-Procedure Advise and Treatment Instructions for the next few days or up to a week.

Lips

Day 1 Swelling, tender. heavy, thick. lipstick look-red brick color effect.
Day 2 Slight swelling, reddish, tender, slight metallic flavor.
Day 3 Less swelling. thicker texture, sore hot feeling before exfoliation.
Day 4 Exfoliation — Very chapped feeling .
Day 5 Very chapped but almost finished with ill chapping stage.
Day 6 See soft rich color.
7 Lip color will almost or totally disappear- frosty stage begins. 2nd chapping stage begins, a whitish, grayish haze appears.
Day 14 Color "blooms" from within more and more each day until day 21.
Day 21 The healing process is complete. The color you see is the color you have. However, lips remain dry for a month or two. Use a good lip balm and they will return to normal.

Eyeliner

Day 1 Swollen. like you've been crying, heavy eye makeup look.
Day 2 Swollen. usually for a few hours after waking up, still heavy eye makeup look.
Day 3 Less Swollen- tight- pigment begins to lift away from skin.
Day 4 Pinching- some itching is normal- skin will begin to flake. DO NOT pick at it.
Day 5 Blinking movement of the eye usually removes all sloughed tissue and pigment by this day. Color is somewhat grayish — will take a few more days to clarify color.

Eyebrows

Day 1 The brows are approximately 20-25% darker and bolder in width than they will be healed. Your skin is red under the pigment. which causes the color of the pigment to appear darker. There is some swelling, although difficult to actually see due to the thickness of the skin in the brow area. This will subside. Exfoliation, which begins in a few days will cause excess pigment surrounding the pigment to flake away and a more narrow appearance will result. New skin will heal over the pigmented area and result in a softer appearance of your eyebrows. Don't be concerned that your brows initially appear darker and heavier in size and shape that the size you desire. This is part of the healing process.
Day 2 Condition remains the same
Day 3 Eyebrows start to itch and will appear a bit thicker in texture. Exfoliation begins.
Day 4 The skin begins to flake peeling from the outside edges first.
Day 5 Color finishes flaking off and the appears softer and a greyer effect for a few days until the color clarifies.

LONG TERM CARE AND ADVICE

I. Use a "total sun block" after the healing process is complete to avoid future fading of pigment color.

2. If you are planning a chemical peel, MRI or other medical procedure. please inform your physician you cosmetic tattooing. They will prepare cold packs if needed.

3. If you donate blood, it is recommended by the American Red Cross to not donate for one year following the completion of any cosmetic intradernial enhancement.

4. If you require a touchup visit it should be scheduled between 30 and 45 days post procedure. Touch ups are only granted within 6 months alter you initial procedure.

5. We recommend a maintenance color refresher every 3-5 years or sooner if so desired.