You should allow at least 3 hours for your initial procedure. Please remove your contact lense and bring a pair of glasses. You will not be able to wear them for 24-48 hours after your procedure. You may proceed to wear your contacts once you are fully healed. You must stop using any eyelash growth product at least one month prior. Additional specific preparation guidelines will be given to you via email once you book your appointment online.

What to expect at the appointment

• You will fill out release forms and medical history for review
• The consultation will begin, and we will evaluate your eyelid and discuss techniques and designs with you
• After optimal design and color are determined, topical anesthetics will be applied to numb your eyelids
• She will continue to apply anesthetics during the procedure to keep you comfortable
• Before and after photos will also be taken for your confidential file with your colors recorded for future reference

After Your Procedure 

There are a few reactions that may occur such as; redness or a purple hue around the treated area which will subside in 24 hours. You may experience some swelling for 1-2 days which is normal. Use a cold pack of ice in the morning to reduce this. Sleep slightly elevated for the first night. Cold eye gel pads also a good alternative to use instead of an ice pack.

If your eyes remain swollen for more than 2 days or producing mucous, please seek a medical doctor.

What to expect:

• Eyelash may stick together the next morning
• Puffy eyelids for 2-3 days
• Redness or mild bruising around the eyes
• Itchiness (if poor hygiene is used, an infection can occur, please see a doctor)
• Swelling and tenderness

Daily Care:

• Apply ointment (Vaseline) to relieve any tightness or itch otherwise just keep dry until healed
• Do not touch the treated area unless applying ointment
• No scratching, rubbing or picking the treated area
• Do not apply eye makeup around the treated area until you are healed
• If your lashes stick together, moisten with distilled water and remove residue
• If you wear contact lenses, you may wear them 3 days after the procedure although it’s always best to wear them after you are fully healed
• Artificial tears may be used
• Do not pick the remaining pigment out with a Q-tip.
• Always start with a new tube of mascara to avoid infection

Follow-up and Maintenance Appointments 

Your eyeliner will lighten and soften after healing; about 7-10 days. Some clients heal at a faster rate of 4-5 days. Since it is always best to be conservative, if your eyeliner heals lighter or thinner than you desire, it can be darkened or thickened at your follow-up visit (second application). Ideally, your follow-up should be completed 4 to 6 weeks post-procedure. Because permanent makeup can fade over time, you can schedule maintenance visits every few years to keep your color looking fresh. PLEASE NOTE: If you hope to get eyeliner tattooed, the use of glaucoma eye drops makes eyelash follicles and eyelids hypersensitive, causing excessive bleeding and poor color retention.