Lip Blush Tattoo Procedure

Procedure Steps
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1. Consultation & Customization
- The process begins with a consultation where the client's lip goals, color preferences, and natural lip tone are assessed.
- A custom pigment is mixed to complement the client’s natural undertones.
- The technician outlines the lips to enhance symmetry and shape.

2. Numbing & Preparation
- A topical numbing cream is applied to minimize discomfort.
- The lips are cleansed to ensure a hygienic procedure.

3. Lip Blushing Application
- Using a digital tattoo machine with a fine needle, pigment is softly deposited into the lips in layers.
- The artist works in light strokes to build up a natural, sheer wash of color.
- The process typically takes 2 to 3 hours.

4. Healing & Aftercare
- Initial healing occurs within 5-7 days, with full results visible after about 4-6 weeks.
- The lips may appear slightly swollen and darker immediately after the procedure but will lighten during healing.
- Aftercare includes keeping lips hydrated, avoiding certain foods, and not picking at peeling skin.

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Before Care - Lip Blush
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Here’s how to get ready for your Lip Blush Tattoo procedure:
- Lips must not be dry for the procedure! Keep them fully moisturized with a lip ointment like Aquaphor or Vaseline starting from a week prior to the procedure.
- Exfoliate the lips 1-2 days before the procedure using a soft toothbrush or DIY sugar/honey scrub.
- Cold sore sufferers - see important note below:
- If you have a history of cold sores:​
1. Ideally, you are advised to see your doctor for anti-viral medication which you should start 2-3 days prior to the procedure
2. If available, topical Zovirax can be applied preventatively during the first week of healing.
3. Otherwise, it is recommended to take L-lysine 1-2 weeks before and after the appointment to reduce the risk.
4. However, cold sores are a risk of lip blush treatment regardless of whether you have had them in the past. It is therefore recommended for ALL clients to take L-lysine, and if you experience an unusual tingly sensation in the lips or notice any bumps appear - see your doctor immediately as you may be experiencing an episode of cold sores. Prompt treatment is crucial in minimizing the extent of a cold sore outbreak.
- No alcohol or caffeinated products 24 hours before treatment, and no aspirin or blood-thinning medications five days prior.
- Do not take Fish Oil or Vitamin E one week prior to the procedure (they are natural blood thinners).
- Absolutely no injections of Novocaine, Botox or fillers should be administered to you ten days before treatment. Please inform us of any current injections.
- If you use or have used Retin-A or any other medications, please advise the technician.
- Wash your hair before the procedure because you cannot get your healing lip blush tattoo wet.

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*** ATTENTION!! ***
Please follow the same steps for the touch-up / succeeding sessions.

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After Care - Lip Blush
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Lip Blush Aftercare Instructions

Lip Blush post-care is very important to the appearance and longevity of your new lips. Please read the following aftercare instructions carefully:

Day 1
- Immediately following the procedure, lips will feel dry, chapped, tight and tender to the touch. They may appear swollen and bright in color.
- For 4 hours after treatment, apply light pressure on lips with a clean paper towel, to remove any lymph. After 4 hours, start applying ointment (Aquaphor) as needed to keep lips constantly moist
- No kissing, rubbing or friction on treatment area

Day 1-3
- Apply ointment on lips several times a day. Keep lips moist at all times. Avoid oily, spicy and heavily seasoned food and drink with a straw. After every meal gently rinse and clean lips with water and pat dry, then re-apply ointment.

​​Day 4-7
- Between these days, lips will begin and end the process of peeling, and color will lighten by 30%-50%.
- Do not pick or rub your lips and let the peeling happen naturally. Continue keeping your lips moist!

Week 2
- Lips are done peeling, color is light. You may return to normal routines. Lips will continue to heal, up to 6 weeks. Every week more color will surface, it is important to continue keeping lips moist to get the best color at the end of the healing phase.

Week 6-8
- Your lips are healed and you're feeling unstoppable!!! Just add some lip gloss and go! In most cases it requires two treatments to complete the lip transformation.

​The following must be avoided during all 14 days post treatment:
- Increased sweating
- Practicing sports
- Swimming
- Hot sauna, hot bath, or Jacuzzi
- Sun tanning or salon tanning
- Exposure to UV/UVA Rays or chemicals as they have been known to cause a shift in color and premature fading
- Any laser or chemical treatments or peelings, and/or any creams containing Retin-A or Glycolic acid on the treatment area
- Touching of the treatment area except for when applying the post-care ointment with a cotton swab
- Picking, peeling, or scratching of the treatment area in order to avoid scarring of the area or removal of the pigment
- Performing tasks related to heavy household cleaning such as garage or basement cleaning where there is a lot of airborne debris
- Drinking alcohol in excess, as it may lead to slow healing of wounds
- Driving in open air vehicles such as convertibles, boats, bicycles, or motorcycles
- Drinking alcohol in excess, as it may lead to slow healing of wounds