Frequently Asked Questions
Yes you can however you will need to advise the therapist that you have undergone cosmetic tattooing in the lip area. If the laser reaches the tattoo pigment it will most likely burn it, which could lead to uneven colour. It is best to cover the area with a white pencil or cotton pad to deflect the laser off the area.
Yes, however please note that your lip filler and lip blush appointments must be at least 4 weeks apart from each other.
You may, however it is important to keep in mind that the skin texture differs between the lip and outside of the vermillion border which could result in an uneven colour and unnatural results. Additional and more frequent touch ups are most likely needed to achieve your desired look.
This procedure will not give you a cold sore, however it can trigger an outbreak for carriers of the herpes simplex virus. If you have ever had a cold sore in your life, it is essential to take a preventative medication recommended by a healthcare professional the days leading up to your procedure.
It will take 4-7 days to heal and 4-8 weeks for the true colour to come through.
No downtime needed. You may experience minor swelling immediately after but this should subside within 24-48 hours.
The procedure is made as comfortable as possible with the use of numbing cream and an extremely gentle technique.
This depends on how quick your lip blush fades over time. It is recommended that you come back yearly or every two years to freshen up the colour and to receive the refresh price.
Results can last between 2-4 years depending on the individuals skin type, lifestyle and active ingredients in your skincare.
Some factors that will cause your semi-permanent tattoo fade faster include:
- Oily skin
- Retinol or Vitamin C in your skincare products
- Iron deficiency
- Sun exposure
- Exfoliants
- Exposure to salt water
- Certain medication
No it is not suitable for individuals who are pregnant. If you find out you are pregnant and have a scheduled appointment in the near future, please contact Gina.
You can repeat the treatment after a minimum of one month if you feel you need to, or you can wait until they are back to their natural state at the 6-8 week mark.
No. Properly trained and skilled professionals ensure proper lash lift procedures are followed.
A Lash Lift & Tint can last between 6-8 weeks. This will vary depending on each persons rate of lash growth, lifestyle and aftercare. There are some situations which may cause the Lash Lift to drop/weaken such as swimming, using harsh products or heat.
The procedure will take around 45 minutes to 1 hour from start to finish. If you opt out of the tint, this will decrease the procedure time by 5 – 10 minutes.
No the procedure is painless. You will have your eyes closed for the entire treatment and it may feel almost ticklish and a little strange being unable to open your eyes for this time.
• Using a clean tissue, gently blot your brows every 10 minutes to remove any excess lymph fluid.
• Ensuring you have clean hands, rinse your brows with water every hour in a gentle, circular motion. Alternatively, wet a cotton pad and gently wipe over your brows. Pat dry with a clean tissue. Repeat this step until you go to sleep.
Day 2 until flaking stage has finished – 2x a day morning and night:
• Blot off any aftercare cream residue using a clean tissue.
• Using a clean cotton tip, gently dab on a small amount (half a rice grain per brow) of the aftercream cream. Note: Using too much cream will over moisturise your brows, which will result in flakes coming off prematurely = poor retention. For clients with oily skin, you may skip applying the aftercare cream as your natural oils will keep the area moisturised.
• Repeat the process above morning and night until the flaking of your eyebrows have naturally finished (usually 1-2 weeks).
No. Only the hairs outside of the outline will be removed to ensure a clean and defined mapping of the brow.
No. This will not affect the hair growth on your eyebrow area as the procedure only requires the artist to use the blade through the first layer of the skin, the epidermis, where as the hair follicle sits two layers below the epidermis.
No, there is no downtime required for this procedure. However, you will need to have access to running water every hour for 4 hours to wash off any excess lymph from your brows.
Each person has different levels of pain tolerance however, a numbing agent is applied prior to starting AND during to keep you comfortable throughout the whole procedure.
Depending on the technique chosen, the procedure will take between 2.5-3 hours. This will include 30 minutes of numbing time at the beginning for your own comfort.
No. If eyelash extensions are properly applied, they should not hurt neither during the application or after.
Yes, you definitely can, especially because you need to cleanse your lashes for maximum retention. The adhesive used is waterproof, however please keep in mind that the heat and steam from showering, spas and saunas can make the glue particles break down quicker. This may result in your lash extensions falling out faster than usual.
Usually no. Why? This is often due to the difference of quality of lash extensions and technique used. If you believe the other person’s work is of good quality, please feel free to contact me for a consultation.
Eyelash extensions typically last 5-6 weeks until most/all fall off. To keep them looking fresh and full it is recommended to return for infills every 2-3 weeks.
Lash extensions should not damage your natural lashes. As long as the applied extension is of the right length, weight and thickness, your natural lashes will continue to grow normally.
All new clients will sit a consultation prior to starting. This will allow me to ask questions and listen to each person’s answers before recommending a style that suits. Each individual has different features so lash extensions should be custom.
