Before Care Instructions

Please carefully review and follow these guidelines prior to your lips appointment to ensure optimal results and proper healing.

Cosmetic Treatments & Timing

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

• 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.

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

Skin & Lip Condition Requirements

Your appointment will be rescheduled if you have:

• Active cold sores or fever blisters

• Pimples, irritation, or inflammation around the lips

• Sunburn or recent tanning

• Cracked, excessively dry, or damaged lips

If you are prone to cold sores, you must take an antiviral medication prescribed by your doctor prior to treatment.

Please arrive without any lip makeup.

Medications & Supplements

• Do not take blood thinners (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 using them on or around the lips for 30 days after. Early use may cause premature pigment fading.

• Avoid alcohol and caffeine prior to your procedure to minimize swelling and bleeding.

• Hormone therapies may affect pigment retention and increase sensitivity.

• Scheduling during your menstrual cycle may increase sensitivity.

Lifestyle Restrictions Before Appointment

• Do not work out on the day of the procedure (body heat expands pores and may increase swelling).

• Avoid sun exposure, sweating, or tanning before 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

Lip blush procedures typically require multiple sessions for optimal results.

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

• Some clients may require additional sessions depending on lip condition and desired color intensity.

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

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

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

• Swelling and redness are normal and typically subside within a few days.

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