7 Things You Should Know Before Your First Permanent Makeup Appointment

1) Don't have any caffeine, alcohol or anything that will put your nerves on edge. 

It is common knowledge that tattoos can hurt, so many people drink alcohol before getting body art. However, most of the time, it will make the procedure hurt a lot more - unless you pass out from drinking too much (please don't do this!). If you are nervous about your permanent makeup procedure hurting, stay away from caffeine, coffee, and alcohol the day of your procedure. Also, I only use the best topical anesthetics which make permanent makeup (in my office) practically painless. 

2) Bring in photos from magazines or any photos of eyebrows, eyeliner or lips that you like so that I have an idea of what you want. 

Everyone knows that as we age our natural lip-line and lip shape can fade, and we also can loose hair from our eyebrows. Having old photos of your lips or brows (or photos from magazines) can help me see what would best suit your face, hair color, skin color and tailor the procedure to you and you alone. 

3) Along with photos, you should also bring in your eyebrow, eyeliner (unless it is black) and lip color pencils/creams etc. or anything you use so that I can see the colors you are using and the colors you like. 

While I am highly trained in pigments, mixing pigments and knowing what would work best with your eye color, skin color, hair color, undertones, etc, it is helpful for me to know what colors you gravitate towards. It also allows me to see if you choose neutral and natural colors or more vibrant colors. 

4) If you are coming in for permanent makeup (eyes, brows, lips), you should know that you will not be able to use your mascara, eyeliner pencils, or eyeshadow, lipsticks, chopsticks or anything else that you had previously used for about 3 days. 

The reason is simple - your makeup has bacteria on it. Ex: Your mascara should be changed at least every 2-3 months as is. Your mascara wand, lipsticks, eyeliner pencils, makeup brushes etc have bacteria (which is normal) from everyday use. For a few days after your procedure you should avoid using your current makeup, unless it has been cleaned or disinfected, for at least 3 days. I will give you a brand new mascara, lipstick, chap stick, and or lipgloss that you can use immediately. You DO NOT need to toss any of your current makeup! This is just a precaution and a part of your easy to follow after-care instructions. 

5) If you plan on moving forward with the procedure after your complimentary consultation, avoid any supplements that can cause bleeding or bruising. DO NOT STOP ANY MEDICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTS WITHOUT YOUR DOCTOR/PHYSICIAN'S APPROVAL! (Also, here is a list of vitamins, supplements and other items to avoid before surgery.)

ibuprofen

alcohol

vitamin E

caffeine

fish oil

aspirin

blood thinners

6) If you plan on moving forward with your permanent makeup procedure after your complimentary consultation and have had a cold sore outbreak… 

If you have ever had a cold sore (in your lifetime), had the herpes II virus (which never leaves your nerves in that area) you must call your doctor for a prescription (such as Acyclovir) and follow directions for before and after the procedure. This simply prevents and minimizes the risk of an outbreak which can also mess up your lip procedure. Should an outbreak occur, DO NOT USE Abreva (it will mess up the procedure).

7) Know that when you do leave my office after your initial appointment and touch ups you will be happy and excited about your procedure!

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Athena also offers Complimentary Consultations. To learn more about Athena's work,
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