TATTOO CARE

PRE-CARE

Following these instructions prior to your appointment will help ensure that your skin is in optimal condition to achieve the best results possible, and ensure your safety, as some procedures might not be the best option for you if you have any pre-existing medical conditions. Unfortunately, not everyone is the best candidate for cosmetic tattoo - if you have any of the conditions and/or take any of the medications listed below, permanent make-up might not be a good idea at this time. We reserves the right to turn away clients if they are deemed unsuitable for certain procedures.

You must be 18 years or older in order to get a cosmetic tattoo procedure.

What to avoid before your appointment:

No coffee, alcohol, Ibuprofen (i.e. Advil), Aspirin and smoking. 
No tanning (in the sun & tanning beds)
Discontinue use of Retinols and/or Vitamin A (skincare products)
No blood thinning medication & supplements (please consult with your physician). Common ones include fish oil & omega-3s.

SKIN CONDITIONS

Ingrown hairs and open bumps on eyebrow - injured skin cannot be tattooed
Eczema (Constant flaking/itching/irritation/shedding of skin) - skin is not healthy
Psoriasis (Constant flaking/itching/irritation/shedding of skin) - skin is not healthy
Dermatitis (Constant flaking/itching/irritation/shedding of skin) - skin is not healthy
Rosacea (chronic acne-like skin indicated by redness) - skin bleeds easy and will not retain colour well
Have moles/raised areas/piercings in or around the brow/eye area - anything raised or indented will not retain colour
Hair transplant for your eyebrows - colour will not take in the scar tissue where the plugs were placed
Shingles - permanent makeup will not be performed as the procedure could cause a flare-up
Fitzpatrick Skin types 1 (redheads/translucent skin/light eyes) - due to hypersensitivity and thinness, this skin type does not take the colour well and will require more frequent touch ups
Accutane or Retin-A (acne medication) within the last year - skin composition is altered and will not heal well. Must wait 1 year before treatment
Retinol or Vitamin A user - skin composition is altered and will not heal well. Must discontinue use 1 month prior to treatment
Extremely thin skin - transparent or translucent bleeds easily and cannot hold colour due to its thinness
If you come in with a tan or sunburn - skin is not normal colour and is/or damaged
Use of Latisse or any eyelash/eyebrow growth conditioner - skin will be hypersensitive and bleed easily. Use must be discontinued for 2 months prior to the procedure

AFTERCARE

Day 1: Clean the tattoo with mild/unscented soap before going to bed. Pat dry & apply rice-grain amount of Vaseline or Aquaphor with a clean Q-Tip.

Day 2-7: Clean the tattoo twice a day with mild/unscented soap (morning/night). Pat dry & apply rice-grain amount of Vaseline or Aquaphor with a clean Q-Tip.

If your tattoo is feeling more itchy, you can apply a bit of Vaseline/Aquaphor, or an ice pack to help soothe the skin.

Do not pick or peel at the tattoo. This will cause uneven healing and is at risk of creating scar tissue. Let the scabs come off as naturally as possible.

If you notice any redness, swelling, or unusual irritation, please contact us.