PMU PREP AND AFTERCARE
PREP
•Do not pick/tweeze/wax/perform electrolysis one week before the procedure
•Do not tan prior or have sunburned face/skin
•Do not have any type of facial 2 weeks prior to treatment •Take anti-virals 5 days before and 5 days after if you are prone to cold sores
•Do not have botox 3 weeks prior
•In order to avoid excessive bleeding and poor colour deposit:
•Do not drink alcohol 24 - 48 hours before your tattoo
•Do not consume coffee or any caffeine before your procedure
•Do not take an aspirin or ibuprofen (this thins the blood)
AFTERCARE (10 days)
•Gently wash 2x a day for 10 days with anti-bacterial soap •Gently pat dry
•Apply a very thin layer of Aquaphor or A&D ointment with a Q-tip after washing
•Reapply ointment as needed
•Take anti-virals 5 days before and 5 days after if you are prone to cold sores
•Avoid sweating on area (no sauna, no exercise etc). •Do not submerge area in hot tub/ bath/ pool or ocean
•Do not pick the flakes
•No skin care products on the area for 10 days
•No makeup for 10 days on or around area tattooed
For best results, a touchup is recommended 6-8 weeks from initial session.