Precare guidelines for your new cosmetic tattoo
Since there are many variables that can affect the result of your procedure, it is very important to be aware of and avoid things that will adversely affect how your body will retain pigment. Such precautions include:
- No procedures can be performed if you are pregnant or nursing
- Procedures should not be performed if you have certain medical conditions such as Diabetes, Epilepsy, Viral Infections/Diseases, Psoriasis/Skin irritations near treatment area, or are undergoing Chemotherapy
- Do not work out the day of your procedure
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, power greens, Niacin and Vitamin E 24 hours prior to all procedures
- Do not take aspirin/blood thinners 48-72 hours prior to all procedures
- You must be off Accutane for 1 year for all procedures
- No tanning 2 weeks prior to all procedures – if you have a tan/burn on your face, the pigment will fade much quicker as your skin exfoliates.
- Avoid pools, salt water and tanning for 2 weeks following all procedures – if you have an upcoming vacation please take this into account
- You must be off Retin-A / Retinols for 7 days prior to all procedures and avoid using for 30 days after. Please note that continued use on/near the treatment site will lead to premature fading
- Extremely important for lip procedures: If you’ve ever had a cold sore you MUST take an anti-viral medication such as Zovirax or Valtrex prior to the procedure. Typically the medication is started 2 days before the procedure and continued for 3 days after. If you do not take an anti-viral, a severe outbreak will likely occur across the lip area, which will greatly affect your comfort and the procedure healing/results.
