Lip Blush can last on average 1-3 years.

A touch up is usually required around 5 weeks after the initial appointment.

Clients that choose a softer look, light colour shade or do not follow the aftercare instructions will require more frequent top up appointments.

Factors that will cause your semi-permanent makeup to fade faster:

1. Sun exposure / Sun beds

2. Oily skin

3. Exfoliation / retinols / AHA’s / BHA’s

4. Medical conditions

Allure Brows recommends "Colour Boost" visits to maintain your results.

We recommended around 3.5 hours for the treatment. We would advise to be free from any commitments following your appointment, it is very important that this treatment is not rushed in any way in order to give you the best results.

As part of your pre advice sent on booking you will be asked not to consume alcohol 2 days prior to your appointment. After the treatment the area will feel very tender therefore it may be best to avoid social plans / dining events during this day. Colour will be darkest immediately after the appointment, please be aware the healing process is usually 5-7 days after treatment and it is advised to avoid sun exposure whilst healing. You must plan your appointment to allow for aftercare / healing period and must not be compromised by social plans / holidays.

Upon booking you will be sent a patch test and all consultation and medical forms will be sent by email to be completed prior to your visit. On arrival we will start with a consultation so you have a clear understanding of what the treatment involves and discuss any concerns you have with your lip shape. The treatment will begin by drawing a clear template which we will then select a pigment best suited to your lip colour and skin tone. The cosmetic tattoo will start by etching a thin outline and shading until the correct saturation is slowly built up. Although lips are normally healed after 1 week, the colour will become lighter initially once healed and resurface around month after the treatment. A second session at 5 weeks is often required and included in the price of this treatment where necessary.

Pain threshold varies from person to person, please be aware this is a cosmetic tattoo , therefore please expect to feel some discomfort.

During your menstrual cycle you may feel increased sensitivity.

The area will be tender after the treatment and can become irritated towards the end of the treatment.

Drinking caffeine will cause the skin to bleed and make your skin a lot more sensitive during the treatment so this must be avoided on the day.

A range of colors are available taking into consideration your skin tone and lip colour. It is important to be aware the initial colour will be 2-3 shades darker than when healed, so you must be open to being advised what colour is best suited to you.

Yes semi-permanent makeup is a tattoo, pigment is deposited into the top layers of the skin.

Cosmetic tattooing does not cause cold sores, however this may trigger for carriers of the herpes simplex virus. To prevent cold sores from surfacing it is recommended to all clients to purchase antiviral medication such as 200mg Aciclovir on the day of your treatment taking 2 tablets a day for 5 days. Please note that a cold sore outbreak can alter the healed results of the tattoo.

When booking for Lip Blush you must agree to the following:

• Must be over 18 years old.

• Not Pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Not being treated for cancer or chemotherapy.

• Not taken accutane medications in the past year.

• No History of keloid scarring.

• Do not suffer with epilepsy.

• No Viral infections and/or diseases / HIV / Hepatitis.

• You must not take any medications which affect how your skin responds to blood clotting / healing.

• Lips must be kept as hydrated as possible.

• You must plan your treatment accordingly to any events / holidays you have allowing you to follow the pre advice required and aftercare instructions.

• If you have any medical conditions, skin conditions, allergies or mental health conditions, or are taking medication you must inform us before booking. In some cases GP approval may be requested.

If you have any previous lip tattoo you will have to send clear photos via Instagram or what’s app only. The skin must be free from any make up showing a full face and a close up of the lips. This must be in good lighting near a window and will be clearer on the back camera not selfie camera if possible.

You are not required to bring anything to your appointment, to ensure you are as comfortable and relaxed as possibly you may wish to bring:

1. Headphones, if you would like to play a podcast or your own music.

2. Ear plugs if you would like to sleep, yes some people do fall asleep!

3. Snacks, in case you feel hungry and want a 5 minute break.

4. Blanket, if you would like to be cosy, this is not provided for hygiene reasons.

5. Makeup, in case you want to touch up your makeup for the “after” pictures. During the procedure, parts of your foundation will be removed.

6. You must attend your appointment alone, and guests are not permitted.

7. Semi permanent make up is an art and it is important your technician is not rushed in any way in order to get the best results, you are informed of duration beforehand and we advise to not make social plans where possible to allow the time we need.

Yes, you do need to prep before your appointment. Please follow the pre-care instructions given.

• All consultation and medical forms must be completed no later than 1 day prior to the appointment.

• It is recommended to ensure your skin health is in a good condition. Please gently exfoliate your lips 1-2 days before your treatment using a lip scrub or sugar and honey to remove excess dead skin cells. You must use a very hydrating lip balm every day during the week leading up to your appointment and lips must not be dry / flaky.

• 48 hours prior: You must NOT consume alcohol, blood thinners, aspirin, and ibuprofen as this will impact the result of your treatment with poor results. Do not discount any medication without consulting your GP.

• You must avoid exercise on the day of your appointment.

• It is essential you do NOT consume tea, coffee or caffeinated drinks on the day of your appointment, this includes energy drinks, decaf and green tea. Caffeine and all stimulants thin the blood and this will effect the overall outcome of your treatment, please set a reminder if you struggle to remember this.

• 1 week prior: Do not take Vitamin E, B6, Omega 3, fish oils, Gingko Biloba, St. Johns Wort, evening Primrose unless medically necessary.

• 2 weeks prior: Sun and uv exposure should be limited / avoided any less than 2 weeks before treatment where possible.

• 4 weeks prior: You must not have lip / face filler any less than 4 weeks before or 4 weeks after your lip Blush treatment.. Do not use AHA’s, BHA’s, retinol on the area.

• You must not have cold sores during time of treatment otherwise treatment will be refused, we recommend all clients to purchase a course of medication listed above.

Failure to follow any pre advice may forfeit your appointment slot and full payment made, therefore to make a new appointment you are required to pay for 2 full sessions for inconvenience caused.

Immediately following the procedure:

• You may experience some swelling, bruising, redness and tenderness for 1-4 days. This is normal and part of the healing process.

• After washing your hands, on the day of treatment you must absorb any fluid from the lip area by blotting using a damp cotton pad soaked in warm water to clean the area around 3 times a day.

• Do not touch the area with your fingers other than when cleaning to prevent bacteria.

• Apply your aftercare cream as often as you wish to keep the area hydrated.

• Avoid makeup on the area for 7 days post treatment.

• Avoid steam rooms, saunas, jacuzzis, swimming and facials until the area is fully healed.

• Do not touch, scratch, rub, pick or peel as this can lead to scarring, allow the colour to flake away by itself.

• Do not use anti-ageing products that contain Lactic acids or Glycolic acids on the lip area; this will cause the pigment to fade.

• Use a total sun block after the procedure area has healed to prevent future fading of pigment colour.

• Drink through a straw and avoid spicy foods or acidic drinks, and toothpaste on the lips during the healing process as this may be uncomfortable.

• Avoid Vaseline and petroleum based products.

• Use a clean, dark pillowcase to prevent possible ink stains and try to sleep on your back as much as possible.

• You may resume regular activities once you have completed the peeling phase.

• Avoid direct sun exposure / uv tanning 3-4 weeks after treatment.

• Do not evaluate lip results until 1 month after the procedure.

• The colour of the lips you leave the appointment with is not your final colour (It can fade up to 50%). The final colour will be soft and natural.

  Failure to follow these instructions may result in pigment colour loss. Touch-up visits should be scheduled around 5 weeks post procedure. This is the correct time frame to complete the enhancement, canceling a top up appointment will result in an additional new session to be paid for, if we do not have availability within a certain time frame to reschedule you may be required to start this process again which will result in a full price treatment.

Day 1: Swelling, tender, heavy thick lipstick with a reddish brick colour

Day 2: Slight swelling, reddish and tender.

Day 3: Less swelling, thicker texture, sore, colour may appear darker.

Day 4: Exfoliation/Peeling begins causing very chapped lips

Day 5: Very chapped lips

Day 6: Less chapping, a soft rich colour begins to appear

Day 7-13: Lip colour disappears

Day 14: Colour slowly and gradually develops a little each day until around 4 weeks post-procedure

Day 28: Healing is complete. The true colour is revealed as you see it. Your lips may remain a little dry, use a good quality lip balm and they will return to normal with full colour. Please be aware in many cases some unevenness in colour is to be expected and this is the purpose of a touch up appointment carried out around 5 weeks later.

Yes, if you have lip fillers please ensure appointments are booked a minimum of 4 weeks apart from each other.