Eyeliner Tattoo Pre-Procedure Info
If you have any of the following conditions, you cannot get tattooed or may need to consult with your doctor.
- Under the age of 18 years old
- Pregnant/Breastfeeding
- Rosacea
- Used Accutane within the last year
- Allergies to Lidocaine/Benzocaine
- Undergoing Chemotherapy
- Have an Autoimmune disorder or difficulty healing
- Diabetes
- Any heart condition
**Important Pre-Procedural Considerations**
- NO TANNING 1 WEEK PRIOR
- YOU CANNOT BE PREGNANT OR BREAST FEEDING
- NO ALCOHOL 24 HOURS PRIOR
- NO LASH EXTENSIONS AT THE TIME OF YOUR PROCEDURE AND 14 DAYS AFTER
- NO BLOOD THINNERS 1 DAY PRIOR
- NO BOTOX INJECTIONS 1 MONTH PRIOR TO PROCEDURE IN EYE AREA ONLY
- NO RETINOL PRODUCTS 1 MONTH PRIOR IN EYE AREA
- NO ANTIBIOTICS 2 MONTHS PRIOR
- IF YOU WEAR CONTACTS, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REMOVE THEM FOR THE TIME OF YOUR APPOINTMENT
Post-Procedure – “After Care”:
- The “after care” procedures are as important to the retention of the pigment as the actual implantation process. During this period, the primary objective is to allow the bonding process to be completely sealed inside the dermis. Your compliance will ensure that you receive maximum benefits from the procedure and reduce inconvenient follow-up visits.
- You will be experiencing “dry healing” on the area. this means no water on the area for a minimum of 10 days. this includes sweating. when showering or washing your face, please make sure water is not running into the eyes. You can use oil free facial wipes to wash your face, just make sure you are avoiding the eye area.
- Have prescription sunglasses/sunglasses available. Eyes may be light sensitive or even dilated immediately after
- Do not dye, perm, or use eyelash curler for 2 weeks.
- No eye makeup for 10 days.
- Avoid eye creams, night creams, moisturizers, lash tinting, lashes extensions and false lashes until healed.
- No scratching or removal of scabs, dry skin/flakiness. this can result in loss of color.
- No direct water on the liner tattoo and the use of cleansers, soaps and heavy creams. (wash around the areas using a cleaning cloth or oil-free makeup wipe.)
- No Vaseline, Bepanthen and any other petroleum based products
- No activities that will cause sweating for 10 days.
- No swimming pools, hot tubs or other bodies of water for 14 days.
- No UV exposure (including tanning booths).
- No exfoliants, retinol acids, glycolic acids and alpha hydroxy acids on the area for 30 days after the appointment (causes premature fading).
- No massages, facials or skin treatment, threading, waxing or hair removal products
- After the procedure is completely healed, you make go back to your regular cleansing and makeup routine. Avoid scrubbing the area. Use sunblock after the procedure area is healed to protect from sun fading.
What to expect:
- Moderate swelling, if you swell after crying, expect some swelling following procedure, generally for the first few mornings.
- Sleeping propped up or on your back may help reduce swelling.
- Eyes will be swollen and perhaps a bit ‘crusty’ upon waking. The swelling will reduce after being in an upright position and from blinking and increased circulation to the area. Avoid heavy lifting, physical exertion, and crying.
- Eyes will be less swollen, but will feel tight. The lash area will feel sore if touched.
- The top layer of skin will begin to flake off in little stitch looking lines, although some people do not notice the exfoliation. DO NOT PICK– you will pull pigment out and end up with uneven color. Blinking helps eliminate the small pieces of pigment and epidermis that has detached. It is important not to pick at it or rub the eyes.
- During day 7-9,all shedding should be complete. You are safe to put your face back in the shower spray. During this time, the tattoo may appear to have vanished, this is a normal part of the healing process, and the pigment will re-emerge.
Take Notice:
- Eyelid may have a slight pink or redness above eyeliner immediately following the procedure.
EYEBALL SHOULD NOT BE RED! Seek immediate medical attention if you see signs of bloodshot eyes or puss in the corners of your eye/eyes. This may be an infection, requiring a physician and prescribed medication.
