FAQs For Lip Blush Procedures
What is Lip Blush?
It is a form of cosmetic tattoo artistry in which a digital machine pen and needle are used to implant pigments on the lips. This procedure is best for anyone that wants add fullness and even pigmentation to their natural lips. Lip blush can also help to balance the symmetry of the lip shape.
We will do consultation with lip shade swatches. Predrawing of the lip shape will be completed prior to proceeding into the procedure. Numbing agents will be applied before and throughout the procedure. This helps in ensuring you don’t feel pain during the treatment. The treatment can take 3 to 4 hours.
Client’s with chapped lips may require additional touch ups to achieve the desired outcome.
Does Lip Blush hurt?
Munique Brows Studio comprehends that the procedure needs to be painless. In order to ensure that our clients do not feel any pain, we have a 2 step topical anesthetic numbing process to ensure minimal pain is experienced. However, you might feel a little irritation during the procedure but nothing too serious.
Am I a good candidate for Permanent & Semi permanent makeup?
Lip Blush procedure will not be performed on you if any of the following conditions apply to you:
Under the age of 18 years old.
Diabetic or have thyroid disorder
Have major heart problem or on pacemaker.
On blood thinner medications on regular basis.
Have blood borne communicable disease such as HIV or hepatitis.
Pregnant/breastfeeding.
Undergoing chemotherapy.
Within 1 month, have had laser treatment on the face.
Within 3 months, have had facial surgery (i.e., rhinoplasty, lip fillers)
Have a severe skin condition, such as eczema, rashes, skin cancer, psoriasis.
Pronged to extreme scarring or keloid skin type.
Have allergy or sensitivity to any metals, lidocaine, or atopical numbing agents.
Have low level of iron or anemic.
Have uncontrolled blood pressure.
Have a weak immune system or sick with flu or cold.
Have had previous episdoes of epilesy or seizures.
How long is the healing process?
The overall healing process depends a lot on your skin type and lifestyle. However, it may take 5-14 days to completely heal. Once your lips start to look patchy, it may take up to 2 weeks for the colour to resurface.
How long is the procedures?
It depends on the lip condition, shape and other small factors but usually these treatments take 3 to 4 hours. Each treatment consists of three parts:
Numbing period (a numbing cream is applied on the skin which ensures you feel minimal to no pain during the procedure. Understand you might feel a little irritation)
Pre-Drawing/Designing
Actual Procedure
How long does lip blush last?
Lip blush can last anywhere from 1 to 3 years. It is imperative to understand that the lasting period depends a lot on various factors such as maintenance of lips, the sunlight exposure, and daily care of yourl lips with lip balm or any lip products to keep the lips moist. To ensure the treatments last for long, it is highly recommended to come back for a refresher at 18-24 months.
What to do before my lip blush appointment?
Here is how you can prepare prior to procedure:
Do not drink alcohol or caffeine for at least 24 hours before the procedure
Apply vasaline or lip balm 1 week prior to the schedule lip procedure appointment
Do not take any blood thinning medications/supplements such as Aspirin, Vitamin E, fish oil, etc.
If you have a lip filler or botox appointment, make sure it is done 4 weeks before any of these procedures
Take anti-viral mediations if you are pronged to getting cold sores (Herpes Simplex Virus)
Can I eat or drink liquids after the lip blush procedure?
You should drink any liquids using a straw during the lip healing process. Avoid eating spicy food during healing.