PREPARE FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT

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Prior to Your Appointment

To promote proper healing and optimal pigment retention, please follow these guidelines before your procedure:

• Discontinue retinol, Retin-A, vitamin A derivatives, exfoliants, chemical peels, and active skincare products in the treatment area 2–4 weeks prior

• Botox and injectable treatments must be completed at least 14 days prior

• Avoid tanning, sun exposure, and tanning beds for 4 weeks before and after your appointment

• Avoid Accutane or similar medications for at least 12 months

• Do not undergo laser treatments, microneedling, chemical peels, or electrolysis in the treatment area 2–4 weeks prior

• Avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements (such as aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, and certain herbal supplements) for 72 hours prior, unless prescribed by your physician

• Limit alcohol consumption for 24 hours prior to your appointment

The Day of Your Appointment

• Arrive well-rested and hydrated

• Eat a light meal or snack prior to your appointment

• Avoid caffeine and alcohol on the day of your procedure

• Do not exercise the day of your appointment

• Wash your hair prior to arrival (especially for brow or eyeliner procedures)

Important Reminders

• If you are experiencing illness, fever, cold or flu symptoms, you must reschedule

Failure to follow pre-appointment instructions may affect results and may require rescheduling in accordance with our cancellation policy

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Medical Clearance & Contraindications

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Certain medical conditions, medical history, or medications require written medical clearance prior to treatment. This may be a brief note or email from your physician confirming that permanent makeup is safe for you at this time.

Medical clearance is required if you have, or have a history of:

• Uncontrolled diabetes (blood sugar levels not well regulated)

• Lupus

• Bleeding disorders or conditions affecting clotting

• Use of blood thinners or immune-suppressing medications

• Chemotherapy or radiation (current or within the past year)

• A history of poor wound healing or keloid scarring

• Recent facial surgery or cosmetic procedures in the treatment area

• Hip or knee joint replacement requiring antibiotic pre-medication

Important for joint replacement clients:
If your physician requires antibiotic pre-medication prior to any cosmetic or dental procedure following a hip or knee replacement, it is essential that you take your prescribed antibiotic before your appointment as directed by your doctor. Failure to do so will require your appointment to be rescheduled.

Contraindications (Treatment Cannot Be Performed)

Permanent makeup cannot be performed if you are:

• Pregnant

• Under the age of 18

Treatment will also not be performed if you have active skin conditions in the treatment area, including:

• Open sores, active eczema flares, psoriasis, dermatitis, or rashes

• Active infections, broken skin, cysts, or inflammation

A simple doctor’s note or emailed approval is sufficient when medical clearance is required. Most medical offices are familiar with these requests and can often provide clearance via email after leaving a message with the receptionist.

Important Medical Note

If medical clearance or required pre-medication is not provided or completed prior to your appointment, the appointment will need to be rescheduled in accordance with our cancellation policy.