PRE-CARE INSTRUCTIONS
 

General (PMU, Paramedical Tattooing, Laser Services)
    •    Eat a balanced meal before your appointment.
    •    Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and blood-thinning medications (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil) for 24 hours prior.
    •    No blood thinners for 3 days before treatment unless medically necessary and approved.
    •    No Accutane for 6 months prior.
    •    No Botox or other injectables in the treatment area within 2 weeks.
    •    Discontinue retinol, glycolic acid, and exfoliating products in the treatment area for 1 week prior.
    •    Avoid tanning, sunburns, chemical peels, or laser treatments in the area for 2 weeks prior.
    •    Wear loose clothing for easy access to the treatment area.
    •    Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin in the treatment area.

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PMU Brows – Pre-Care
    •    No tweezing, waxing, or tinting brows for 48 hours prior.
    •    Discontinue brow growth serums 4 weeks prior.

    •    Do not take blood thinning medications, consume caffeine or alcohol 24 hrs before your treatment, as this will cause your blood to thin and bleed more, resulting in poor pigment retention.

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Paramedical Tattoo – Pre-Care
    •    Gently exfoliate the area 1–2 days prior.
    •    Moisturize daily for 1 week prior.
    •    No laser, microneedling, or chemical peels in the area for 4 weeks prior.
    •    No tanning, sun exposure, or self-tanner for 2 weeks prior.
    •    Collagen supplements may be recommended during a treatment series.

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Scalp Scar Micropigmentation – Pre-Care

• Wash your hair and scalp before your appointment and arrive with the scalp clean and dry.

• Do not apply styling products, dry shampoo, oils, fibres, scalp concealers or other products to the treatment area on the day of your appointment.

• Let your practitioner know if you have any active scalp irritation, rash, sores, infection or significant flaking before treatment.

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Red/Infrared Light Therapy - Contraindications & Precautions

• Pulsing: Wear goggles. Avoid if you have epilepsy, prone to seizures, or light sensitivity.

• Pregnancy: Consult your healthcare provider before use.

• Skin Cancer: Do not use on suspected or confirmed cancerous areas; consult your oncologist.

• Hyperthyroidism (Neck/Upper Chest): Use caution—seek medical advice first.

• Implants/Medical Devices: Generally safe—confirm with your doctor.

• Open Wounds (bleeding, deep cut)/Sunburn: Do not treat until fully healed.

• Photosensitivity / Photosensitizing Medications: Avoid unless cleared by a healthcare provider.

• General Precautions: Stop use if irritation occurs.

• Fever or Infection: Consult a doctor if you’re unwell.

• Eye Disease: Always wear goggles—seek advice if affected.

• Darker Skin Tones: Start slow—monitor for warmth or sensitivity.

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AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS

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PMU Brows

Days 1–7:
    •    Keep the area dry; avoid sweating, swimming, hot tubs, and saunas.
    •    Wash gently with unscented antibacterial soap using clean hands twice daily. Pat dry with a clean tissue or gauze.
    •    Apply a thin layer of aftercare (grain of rice to pea-sized amount) with clean hands or a Q-tip:
    •    Oily skin: once daily
    •    Dry skin: twice daily
    •    Expect pigment to darken before it lightens.

Days 8+:

    •    Expect a "ghosting" phase. This is where pigment fades and for some, it may look blotchy or that the pigment disappeared. This is part of the healing process, the pigment will return.
    •    Pigment can fade 30–50%.
    •    Healing takes 4–8 weeks depending on skin type.
    •    This is a 2-step process; a touch-up is done 6–8 weeks post-treatment.
    •    Do not pick or scratch — allow skin to shed naturally.

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Paramedical Tattooing / Scar & Stretch Mark Revision – Post-Care

Immediately After:
    •    Wash gently with unscented antibacterial soap upon arriving home.
    •    Apply a thin layer of healing ointment with clean hands. Do not apply regeneration cream until the next day.
    •    Avoid showering the night of treatment; shower before your appointment.
    •    Do not take Advil for 24 hours after treatment.

Next Day & Ongoing Care:
    •    Continue washing gently twice daily, pat dry, apply regeneration cream (if provided), then healing ointment.
    •    Apply aftercare 2x daily or as needed to keep skin hydrated for 8 weeks or until next treatment.
    •    Recommended products: Cicaplast B5, CeraVe, or coconut oil.

What to Expect:
    •    Redness/swelling 24–72 hours is normal.
    •    Pigment darkens then softens.
    •    Hyperpigmentation may last 7–45 days.
    •    Full healing: 4–8 weeks, longer in darker skin tones.
    •    Multiple sessions (2–5) may be required.

Restrictions:
    •    No tanning/self-tanner for 30 days.
    •    No exfoliation, saltwater, pools, or hot tubs for 14 days.
    •    Avoid hot water on the area for a few days.
    •    No laser hair removal, waxing, or harsh treatments for 14 days.
    •    Do not pick or scratch — allow skin to shed naturally.

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Scalp Scar Micropigmentation – Post-Care

Immediately After:

• Mild redness and tenderness are normal following treatment.

• Keep the treated area clean and avoid touching, rubbing or scratching it unnecessarily.

• Avoid applying hair products, oils, fibres or scalp concealers directly over the treated area during initial healing.

During Healing:

• Follow the cleansing instructions provided at your appointment.

• Do not pick or scratch any dryness or flaking; allow it to shed naturally.

• Avoid heavy sweating, swimming, hot tubs, saunas and steam rooms during initial healing.

• Avoid direct sun exposure to the treated area while healing.

What to Expect:

• Pigment will initially appear darker and more defined before softening as it heals.

• Some fading during healing is expected.

• Scalp scar micropigmentation is built gradually; additional sessions may be recommended after the area has fully healed and pigment retention can be assessed.

• Once healed, protect exposed scalp from prolonged UV exposure to help minimize premature pigment fading.