After Care

• Please come as you go about everyday life for your appointment, this will give me an idea of how you like to present yourself; and we can make suggestions from there.
• Discontinue the use of any brow/lash serums a minimum of 10 days prior to your procedure.
• Discontinue the use of any Omega/Fish oils a minimum of 10 days prior to your procedure.
• Please do not shave/wax your eyebrows o; as I like to see where your natural brow hair grows.
• Avoid chemical peels at least 2 weeks prior.
• Avoid tanning in the area before your procedure.
• Avoid tinting your brows/lashes 2 weeks prior.
• If you have blemishes, pimples, moles or imperfections in and around the treatment area, please let me know prior to your appointment. Pimples should be healed before you come in, moles will have to be tattooed around unless you have doctors consent to do so.
• Please inform me if you are pregnant.
• Please inform me if you are under 18 as you will need informed consent.
• Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and anti-inflammatories the day before and day of your procedure.
• If you have a serious illness or are on strong blood-thining medication, please consult with your doctor before making an appointment. I use an adrenaline-based anaesthetic; which temporarily shuts your blood vessels in the treatment area to reduce bleeding.
• You will be able to drive home after your procedure.
• Avoid exercise/sweating on the day of your procedure and for several days after if possible.
• If you are prone to cold sore breakouts; please get a dose of Aciclovir treatment from your doctor prior to the lip procedure.

As explained at the time of your treatment, the healing process progresses differently for each individual. However, for most people a slight crusting forms on the treatment area, which later flakes o with some of the colour.

The treatment area may feel a little tender for a few days. Swelling differs with each person, most puffiness usually lasts 24 hours. Rest assured, it will soon settle down. Colours will appear brighter and more sharply defined immediately following the procedure, then will lighten and soften within 3-14 days. If you think you have lost your colour because it has lightened too much; please be patient. At the time of your adjustment appointment (4-8 weeks) you will be able to judge thetrue colour of your treatment and we can make any adjustments at this stage.

I work on the side of caution in regards to shape and colour at your first appointment as you can always go bolder and bigger at the adjustment; in some eyeliner procedures; a third visit may be
required to achieve the desired result, as the skin around the eye area can only handle a limited amount of needle work at one time.

The adjustment visit is $150 per procedure as per the price list and it must be carried out within 3 months of your initial treatment. After 3 months, any adjustment will incur an additional
charge.

Cold pads will help reduce swelling when you get home, do not use ice as it will burn. Dry skin, itching and tenderness are common after the procedure, these symptoms will dissipate each day. just keep following the after-care instructions, antihistamines can be taken.

You should expect up to 40% colour loss from your initial brow procedure and up to 80% colour loss from your initial lip procedure once the skin is healed. Please contact your healthcare professional if you are still experiencing any discomfort or pain 48 hours after the procedure.

To help ensure you achieve the best possible result from your treatment, please read the following important home care guidelines to help you optimise the healing process and the ultimate success of your treatment. To help optimise your treatment you will be given a pottle of Swiss Color after care cream. This cream is not only healing but also soothing.

Most importantly, the after care cream will keep the pigments moist during the healing period, this helps pigment retention.

• Bath or shower as normal, taking care to not get cleansers, soap or shampoo (especially purple shampoos) or conditioners on the treated area for 48 hours. These could be detrimental to both the colour and the bonding process that must take place for the pigment to become stabilised in the skin.

• After 48 hours, clean the area with warm running water, pat dry and apply a thin smear of Swiss Color after care cream with a cotton bud. To avoid cross contamination in the first 24 hours when applying the Swiss Color after care cream, use one end of the cotton bud for one eye and the other end for the other eye. The area MUST BE KEPT MOIST for successful healing. This will help avoid scabbing, which causes the loss of too much colour.

• No makeup is to be applied on the procedure area for at least 2 weeks, foundation is fine as long as it is applied around the treatment area and not on it.

• Please do not pick any scabbing that may form on the freshly pigmented area. This will cause you to lose too much coloured pigment and may cause scarring in a worst case scenario.

• Do not exercise the day of your procedure; also avoid excessive exercise/sweating for several days after if possible.

• Keep your head elevated for 2-3 hours after your procedure; allowing your lymphatic system to drain fluid away.

• Avoid touching/rubbing your eye area for the first 12 hours as the pigment may migrate.

•Shower before each treatment. You won’t be able to wash or wet your scalp (this includes sweating excessively) for several days after each appointment.

• Each treatment typically takes between 4/5 hours.

• How many treatments you need will depend on the amount of scalp getting SMP. Even if it’s only for a small area like a widow’s peak, Cohen says three to four treatments are still needed for long-term retention since SMP is a process of layering colour.

• Treatments will be scheduled a few weeks apart.

• Discontinue the use of any Omega/Fish oils a minimum of 10 days prior to your procedure.

• Please shave your head 3 days prior as I like to see where your natural brow hair grows.

• Please inform me if you are pregnant.

• Please inform me if you are under 18 as you will need informed consent.

• Avoid caeine, alcohol and anti-inflammatories the day before and day of your procedure.

• If you have a serious illness or are on strong blood thinner medication, please consult with your doctor before making an appointment. I use an adrenaline-based anaesthetic; which temporarily shuts your blood vessels in the treatment area – to reduce bleeding.

• Avoid exercise/sweating on the day of your procedure and for several days after if possible.

• Please be aware of the process. Know what to expect from your first session, and learn about expected fading. Understand that this is a multi-session procedure and that suffient time must be allowed between each session to achieve optimal results. You’ll reduce any unnecessary anxiety and enjoy the experience a lot more if you know what to expect.

As explained at the time of your treatment, the healing process progresses differently for each individual. In the days following each session; the most noticeable process is the fading of pigment, and this can create a lot of anxiety. As the scalp heals, thousands of tiny scabs form over the penetration sites. These scabs are much larger than the actual dot size, As the scabs heal and fall off, they take a significant amount of pigment with them, leaving behind a smaller and lighter ‘dot’.

The natural exfoliation of your scalp expedites this process further.

• The treatment area may feel a little tender for a few days. Swelling diers with each person, most puness usually lasts no more than 24 hours.

• Treatment will appear more sharply defined immediately following the procedure, then will lighten and soften within 3-14 days. If you think you have lost your colour because it has lightened too much; please be patient. At the time of your adjustment appointment (2 weeks) you will be able to judge the true colour of your treatment and we can make adjustments at this stage.

• The adjustment visits are $100 per hour (as per the price list) and it must be carried out within 3 months of your initial treatment. After 3 months, any adjustment will incur an additional charge.

• Do not use ice to alleviate pain and oer relief; as it will burn.

• Dry skin, itching and tenderness are common after the procedure, these symptoms will dissipate each day, just keep following the after care instructions.

• Scalp micropigmentation is at least a 2-4 session process, sometimes more. Please contact your healthcare professional if you are still experiencing any discomfort or pain 48 hours after the procedure.

To help ensure you achieve the best possible result from your treatment, please read the following important home care guidelines to help you optimise the healing process and the ultimate success of your treatment. To help optimise your treatment you will be given a Scalp Guru aftercare kit which includes a scalp cleansing wash that helps promote recovery and healing; while reducing any flaking and shine. It also includes a scalp moisturiser to further promote healing and enhancing skin condition between SMP sessions.

• Keep your head elevated for 2-3 hours after your procedure; allowing your lymphatic system to drain fluid away.

• Do not get cleansers, soap or shampoo/conditioners on the treated area for 2 days; (this could be detrimental to both the colour and the bonding process that must take place for the pigment to become stabilised in the skin). From day 3; clean the treated area with lukewarm water for 2-3 minutes in the morning and evening. Be gentle when using the special shampoo we give you on the day of treatment and dab it dry with a cloth (DO NOT rub).

• After cleaning, apply the scalp moisturiser provided in your after care kit (apply with clean hands). • Do not exercise the day of your procedure; also avoid excessive exercise/sweating for several days after if possible.

• Avoid swimming, heat by saunas/spas, hats, caps or helmets for the first 5 days.

• Avoid direct sunlight to the treated area and ensure high sun protection cream is used from day 3 onwards.

• Please do not pick any scabbing that may form on the freshly pigmented area. This will cause you to lose too much colored pigment and may cause scarring in a worst-case scenario.

• Do not get lashes wet for the first 48 hours. 
• Avoid steam, saunas and swimming for the first 48 hours.
• Avoid touching, rubbing or introducing foreign bodies or contaminations into the treatment area. 
• Ensure lashes are not disturbed or manipulated into different positions. 
• Do not perm lashes or use lash curlers.
• Brush your lashes morning and night, gently with an eyelash brush; as oils and bacteria from your flingers can interfere with boding of the glue. 
• Do not use waterproof mascara.
• Do not use oil based products around your eyes (e.g. Waxy eyeliners, anti-aging creams, serums, cream cleansers etc.); these will interfere with the bonding and break down the glue, causing the lash extension to fall out. 
• Use oil free makeup remover if mascara/liquid eyeliner is worn. 
• Attend maintenance treatment every 2-3 weeks for optimal lash fullness and conditions. 

For the first 24 hours after your Lash Lift avoid the following:

• Getting your exes wet or using any product on them. 
• Steam/hot water.
• Rubbing your eyes.
• Eye makeup.
• Using oil base makeup removers near the eyes.
• Sleeping with your face into the pillow. 
• Swimming, spas, saunas, sweat & steam.

For best results:

• Use non oily makeup removers. 
• Gently brush lashes daily.
• Get done every 4-8 weeks. 

To ensure the longevity of your tint follow these instructions.

• Avoid oil base cleansers/makeup removers.
• Avoid strong UV light as this shortens the tint life.
• Avoid exe makeup for 12 hours. 

For best results book your tinting appointments 4 weekly. 

To limit irritation it is imperative that 24 hours after any waxing treatment you avoid the following.

• Hot showers, spas, saunas.
• Swimming and chlorinated pools.
• Massage or stimulating treatments. 
• Tanning or sun exposure. 
• Excessive exercise or sweating.
• Touching the area.
• Deodorants or perfumed products. 
• Makeup – unless its mineral. 
• Tight fitting clothing on the area. 

For the best results, your waxing appointments should be 4 weeks apart, as this will help your hair growth cycles become more in sync and allow for more even removal – which means smoother for longer. Avoid tweezing/plucking and shaving the area between appointments. 

24 hours following a massage I is normal to feel the following:

• Have a slight headache: due to body stimulation
• Fatigue, increase thirst and urination.
• Tired and achy. 

For 24 hours after your massage:

• Avoid alcohol to aid with detoxification.
• Dink plenty of water to assist with toxin removal.
• Eat light meals to assist with digestion.
• Get plenty of rest.