Permanent Eyeliner Before + Aftercare
The eye area must be healthy, strong, non-sensitive, and non-irritated. Here’s how to prepare your skin for the procedure:
Before your treatment
•Remove lash extensions 2 weeks prior
•Arrive with clean lashes- no makeup or mascara
•If you wear contact lenses, remove them for the day of the procedure
•Avoid alcohol, caffeine, aspirin/ibuprofen, and any vitamins (fish oil and/or vitamin E) that may thin your blood for at least 24-48 hours (do not discontinue any medications without consulting your physician first)
•Discontinue use of Vitamin/Acid/Retinol products one month prior
•Avoid tanning at least 2 weeks prior
•No chemical peels, IPL, or Botox/filler 2-3 weeks prior to your appointment
•Do not work out the day of your procedure
YOU ARE NOT A CANDIDATE IF YOU...
Are pregnant or breastfeeding
Are under 18 years old
Have used a lash growth serum within the last 6 months (NO EXCEPTIONS)
Keloid easily
Have psoriasis, eczema or dermatitis on the on the eyes/face
Have uncontrolled high blood pressure
Have had Botox/Filler injections within the last 2 weeks
Have been on Accutane in the last year
Are taking blood thinners (including baby Aspirin) or antibiotics within the last two weeks
Have HIV or Hepatitis or any other viral infections
Are at high risk for infection, have immune/auto-immune or blood disorders, taking immunosuppressive medication, steroids or undergoing chemotherapy
Have had micro-needling, peels, or laser treatments in the last 4 weeks
Have glaucoma
If you are diabetic, you will need doctor's note
Have a previous eyeliner tattoo/PMU that is too dark or saturated
An in person consultation is required if you have permanent makeup done by another artist in the past, regardless of how faded it may be.
After your Treatment
-Leave your liner alone and let it heal- do not touch your eyes
-Your eyes may be swollen for 24-72 hours
-Your eyes may be sensitive to light for the rest of the day
-A cool compress may be applied while your eyes are swollen- using clean hands, saturate cotton rounds with Microtonic and place on a clean plate in the refrigerator (or freezer) place on eyes for few minutes
-Staying elevated can help reduce the amount of swelling
Day three you may apply a small amount of Aquaphor above your lash line 1-2 times per day
Complete healing time is 4-8 weeks. Light scabbing & itching is normal during the healing process- do not pick or scratch at the scabs. At about the 2 week mark you may notice the color get very light & have a milky looking quality to it. This is known as milk skin & is common in tattooing. Trust the process & the true color will reveal itself in 4-6 weeks.
Important reminders
For 7 days
•Do not wear mascara/fake lashes
•No scratching/picking at your eyes
•Do not get your liner wet besides following instructed aftercare (3-7 days)
•Do not apply ointment to wet skin
•Avoid steam from hot showers
•No sweating, including exercise/sports or hot showers
•Do not apply any product that is not your aftercare to the area (makeup, retinol, acids)
•Avoid sun exposure or tanning
If swelling has not gone down after 72 hours- reach out to Michelle and go to urgent care or reach out to your primary care doctor.
The aftercare process is essential in achieving beautiful results that last. Please adhere to all before and aftercare instructions carefully.
All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Appointments cancelled for any reason without 48 hours notice are subject to a 40% cancellation fee.