Who isn’t a good candidate?
People with a history of cold sores MUST get an antiviral prescription from their doctor (such as Valtrex) BEFORE the Lip Blushing appointment to prevent an outbreak post-procedure. Cold sores are very common but need to be prevented in order to avoid poor healing!
Getting PMU/Tattooing is not safe for…
Are under 18 Are pregnant or nursing
Are undergoing chemotherapy
Have hemophilia
Have major heart problems or a pacemaker
Have had an organ transplant
Have uncontrolled high blood pressure
Have diabetes (consult your doctor, it may be possible)
Have psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, or another skin condition in the area Have an auto-immune disease (consult your doctor, it may be possible)
Have anemia (pigment may not be retained properly)
Have a history of keloid scarring or hypertrophic scarring
Have a history of cold sores (lip blush applies only)
Take blood-thinning medication
Take Accutane or steroids
People taking sun-sensitizing medications (including but not limited to Retinol/Retin-A/ vitamin A) these need to be stopped at least 2 weeks before the appointment
People who have had Lip Filler must wait until 4 weeks post injections to have Lip Blush. Botox Must wait 4-6 weeks for brow symmetry. It should be permanent makeup first, touch-up second, and volumizing or botox last.
Please get a Doctors note for…
Epilepsy, Diabetes, or Current or completed chemotherapy treatments (within the last 2 years)
Artificial heart valves
Heart blood, and/or liver disorders/diseases