Before Care Instructions

Please read the following information carefully and follow all guidelines prior to your semi-permanent eyeliner appointment to ensure the best possible results and healing.

Medical & Cosmetic Treatments

• Botox or fillers must be completed at least 6 weeks before your procedure and postponed for 6 weeks after.

• No eyelash extensions prior to your procedure.

• If you tint your lashes, have this done at least 72 hours before your appointment.

• No electrolysis for at least 5 days prior.

• Avoid microdermabrasion or exfoliating treatments for 2 weeks prior.

• Avoid chemical peels or laser treatments for at least 6 weeks prior.

Skin Condition Requirements

Your procedure will be rescheduled if you have:

• Sunburn or recent tanning

• Active cold sores or fever blisters

• Pimples, blemishes, irritation, or skin inflammation

• Moles or raised skin imperfections in the treatment area

Please arrive with no eye makeup or semi-permanent eyeliner on the day of your procedure.

Medications & Supplements

• Do not take blood-thinning medications (Aspirin, Coumadin, Tylenol, Niacin, Ibuprofen) for 72 hours prior, unless medically necessary.

• Written physician approval is required if you are taking Coumadin or Heparin.

• Discontinue Retin-A, Retinol, or Retinoids for 7 days prior and avoid use around the treated area for 30 days after. Early use may cause premature pigment fading.

• You must be off Accutane for at least 1 year before the procedure.

• Avoid alcohol and caffeine before your appointment to minimize swelling and oozing.

• If you are prone to cold sores, take an antiviral medication prior to treatment (consult your doctor).

• Hormone therapies may affect pigment retention and increase sensitivity.

• Getting the procedure during your menstrual cycle may increase sensitivity.

Lifestyle Restrictions Before Appointment

• Do not work out on the day of the procedure, as body heat can expand pores.

• Avoid sun exposure, sweating, or tanning prior to your appointment.

• Do not arrive with a tan or sunburned face.

Where Possible, Avoid the Following Herbs & Spices Before Your Appointment:

• Black pepper

• Cardamom

• Ginger (Zingiberaceae family)

• Cayenne

• Cinnamon

• Garlic

• Horseradish

• Mustard

What to Expect

semi-permanent eyeliner procedures typically require multiple sessions for optimal results.

• A touch-up appointment is required 4–6 weeks after your initial session.

• Clients with oily skin may require an additional touch-up.

• Immediately after the procedure, the color will appear darker and more defined.

• The intensity will soften and lighten by approximately 30–50% during healing.

• Although numbing cream is used, mild sensitivity or discomfort may still occur.

• Redness and slight swelling are normal after the procedure.

Medical Clearance Required

A doctor’s note is required if you have any of the following:

• Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Autoimmune disease

• Thyroid conditions or Graves’ disease

• Any medical condition that causes slow healing

• Any condition that increases risk of infection

Important Notice

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone if contraindications are present or if pre-care instructions have not been followed.

Contact Information

If you have any questions prior to your appointment, please contact us:

📞 (310) 356-7392
📧 info@valentinampm.com