How long does it last?

Results can last 1-3 years. Fading will occur over time due to your skin type, sun exposure, lifestyle, and cellular turnover. Annual color boosts are recommended.

Is it painful?

We take every precaution to ensure the procedure is as pain free as possible. A topical anesthetic cream is used during the procedure to keep you as comfortable as possible. 

How long is the recovery/healing time?

After your procedure your lips will appear darker and bolder than how they will actually heal. They may also appear swollen. Around day two-three, the lips will softly flake away, and the following day they appear almost entirely healed. DO NOT PICK ANY DRY SKIN!

How do you select the color?

We will select a color together by applying small amounts of different pigments to the skin. It is important to note that if you have naturally dark lips e.g. East Indian, Middle Eastern, African ethnic background, you MUST send us a photo of your lips BEFORE booking.

Can I have my lips tattooed if I'm pregnant?

No you cannot have this treatment done if you are pregnant.

How long does the procedure take?

The appointment should take about 2.5 hours. 

What happens if I need to cancel my appointment?

A $20 deposit is required in order to book and confirm every new appointment.  This deposit is to ensure that you are serious about booking your appointment. The $20 will be deducted from the total cost of your session.  We require 48 hours notice if you decide to reschedule your appointment. If 48 hours notice is not given you will forfeit your deposit.  If you choose to cancel/no show your appointment, you will automatically forfeit your deposit. 

Pre Care

• If you are prone to cold sores, ensure you are taking medication for it prior to your appointment as the needle can stimulate them.

• Do not drink alcohol or caffeine 24 hours before your procedure.

• Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E, fish oils and/or Ibuprofen for 48 - 72 hours prior to your procedure. If you are on blood-thinning medications, please consult with your doctor first.

• If you have irritation of the skin, such as blemishes, pimples, rash, psoriasis, eczema, or sunburn on or near the area of the procedure please let us know, and we will re-book your appointment.

• Clients who have taken Accutane, must be off of the medication for 1+ years.

• If you get Botox/Filler, it should be done 3 weeks before your procedure.

• This procedure may not be for you if you have any of the following medical conditions: Diabetes, Epilepsy, Viral infections or diseases, Anemia, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Please do not wax, tweeze or tint the area for a minimum of 3 days before your procedure.

• No facial treatments that use any sort of acids (AHA, glycolic) 2 weeks before appointment. Stop using any face products that may have those ingredients also. This includes retinol.

• Avoid exercising the day of your procedure, this will open up the pores and affect the healing process.

• Ensure you exfoliate and apply vaseline to your lips for 3 days prior to your appointment.

• You will be more sensitive during the application if you have fibromyalgia or are on your menstrual cycle.

Post Care

• Please purchase a small bottle of fragrance free baby shampoo which you will be using to wash the area.

• Ensure you purchase vaseline to apply to the lips for the next few days following your appointment.

• Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate off. Picking can cause scarring.

• Absolutely no makeup, skincare products, or sunscreen on treated area for two weeks. Avoid brow makeup.

• Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning for 4 weeks after application.

• Absolutely no excessive sweating (from work/exercise) for 7-10 days while healing.

• No facials, chemical treatments, and/or microdermabrasion for 4 weeks after.

• Avoid washing your face directly in the shower head for 2 weeks to protect area.

• Lips will appear darker and bolder due to natural scabbing and healing for the first two weeks.