Lip Blushing - Puyallup WA
Do you dream of a longer-wear lipstick? Lip color that requires no re-application, doesn’t smear and 24/7 maintenance-free? If so, lip-bushing could be your perfect fit! Permanent lip color (also known as lip blushing or lip tattoo), enhances your lip shape, boost color Leaving you with beautiful, natural looking lips!
What Is Lip Blushing? Lip Tattooing?
Benefits Of Lip Blushing
- Long-lasting permanent lip color.
- Increased pigmentation for pale and aging lips.
- The ability to customize your lip shade.
- Lip tattooing creates fuller-looking lips without need for injectables or surgery.
- Enhanced lip symmetry.
- Color correction for scars and uneven pigmentation
- Lip blushing Improves Color of Lips
- Flawless, Natural Results
Is The Procedure Painful?
While everyone’s pain-tolerance is different, lip blushing is not a painful procedure. Your lips are numbed using a topical anesthetic before the procedure, and re-applied throughout the procedure. The anesthetic will make for a painless experience as the permanent lip color is being inserted. Most clients do not experience any pain or discomfort during a lip tattoo procedure.
How Much Is Lip Blushing?
Lip Procedures Range From $550.00-$850.00 Depending on Style and Technique.
Follow up in 6 to 7 weeks is recommended for full color retention.
How To Prepare For My Procedure
- Apply a natural lip scrub (honey w/sugar) at least 3 days before appointment (2 times per day). Apply Auquaphor or moisturizing lip balm as many times as possible at least 3 days before.
- If You get cold sore fever blisters it is Highly recommended to start taking prescription (antivirus) 5 days before the procedure to prevent outbreak.
- No alcohol or caffeine 48 hrs before procedure
What To Expect
Lip Procedures are performed by depositing pigment into the lips, building layers of color using a permanent cosmetics machine, delivery natural results. The initial process takes approximately anywhere from 2 to 3 hours. Your technician will start by applying a topical anesthetic to numb your lips for about 20 minutes, after numbing your technician will draw outlining and or modifying any area desired.. Using new, sterile needles, your artist will then insert the desired ink colors, making slow, methodical moments across the lips once completed you may have the sensation that you just did an aggressive lip scrub, but it will quickly fade.
How Long Does Lip Blushing Last?
Typically, lip blushing lasts between 2 to 3 years and will gradually lighten and soften over time, until your lips slowly return to their natural color.
After My Lip Blushing Procedure
Additional Information
3 hours after the procedure, you can use an ice pack, wrapped in a clean paper towel, to help with swelling. Cleanse your lips morning and night with a mild antibacterial soap (Dial Foam works great). Then apply Bacitracin ointment using clean q-tips (not your fingers) 2-3 times per day for 3-4 days. Keep your hands clean and avoid touching the affected area(s).
After 3-4 days of Bacitracin application, being to apply Aquaphor (using a clean q-tip NOT your fingers) as needed until lips are healed or at least on week post-procedure (whichever is longer). Avoid activities that’ll induce sweating for 24 hours. Keep your hands clean and avoid touching the affected area(s).
•Do not scrub or pick treated areas
•Do not use peroxide or Neosporin on treated areas
•Do not expose area to direct sun or to tanning beds
Avoid exposing the area to excessive moisture or humidity such as: facials, swimming, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, and steamy showers. Failing to adhere to these guidelines can result in faded pigment and pre-mature lightening. During and after the healing process, for longest lasting results, avoid: tanning beds, exposure to direct sun, chlorinated pools/spas, soap and chemicals (including cleansers and makeup), avoid Retin-A, moisturizers, glycolic acids, exfoliants, and anti-aging products. Following these guidelines, along with periodic touch ups, will ensure longer lasting results following your lip tattooing procedure.
Important: If you get cold sores or have ever had one in the past you will need an antiviral prescription to avoid any breakout or flareups. Consult your physician for more information.
•Though rare, infection is possible. If you see signs of infection, such as: persistent increased redness or swelling, fever, drainage, or oozing, contact your physician immediately.