PRE-CARE
HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR LASH APPOINTMENT
CLEAN NATURAL LASHES
Please arrive on time with clean eyelashes to ensure long lasting & healthy lash extensions. Make sure you have absolutely NO eye-make up on the day of your appointment. This includes mascara, eyeshadow, eyeliner, & false strip lashes. Please refrain from wearing false strip lashes 24 hours prior to your appointment as the leftover glue is hard to remove which means more time will be spent cleaning than lashing.
NO CAFFEINE 6 HOURS BEFORE
Please do not have caffeine 6 hours prior to scheduled appointment. Caffeine lasts in the body’s system anywhere between 4 to 6 hours on average and levels peak in the blood within 15 to 45 minutes of consumption. Drinking caffeine will make your eyes twitch which makes it difficult to apply eyelash extensions. In addition, your lashes may not come out as full as they could of if your eyes were more still. It also is unsafe to work with sharp tools around eyes that are constantly moving.
TAKE OFF YOUR CONTACT LENSES PRIOR
Contact lenses should be removed prior to eyelash application due to potential risk of abrasion, scratching or contact with adhesive.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR PMU BROW APPOINTMENT
No blood-thinning medication for a minimum of 72 hours prior to their appointment - this includes Vitamin E, Aspirin, Niacin, and Ibuprofen.
1-2 DAYS PRIOR
No working out 24 hrs prior to the procedure.
No blood-thinning medication for a minimum of 72 hours prior to their appointment - this includes Vitamin E, Aspirin, Niacin, and Ibuprofen.
Do not consume ANY alcohol for at least 24 hours prior to your appointment.
Lightly exfoliate the brow area 1 week before your appointment to help prep the skin for easier application of ink pigmentation.
Retinol and Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products (avoid after as well until brows are fully healed).
AVOID 4 WEEKS PRIOR
Tweezing, threading and waxing (we want to use as much of your natural hair growth as possible).
Retinol and Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products (avoid after as well until brows are fully healed).
Chemical peels, microdermabrasion, harsh facials and skin treatments
Tanning and/or extreme sun exposure. If you show up to your appointment with a new tan or sunburn, you will need to reschedule and will forfeit your deposit. As your skin exfoliates from a sunburn, it will take the pigment with it.
Brow dye or tint.
AVOID 2 MONTHS PRIOR
Botox and fillers near brow area.
Brow dye or tint.
Cosmetic enhancements and surgeries near area (must be fully healed).
IF YOU HAVE BEEN ON PRESCRIPTION ACCUTANE IN THE PAST, YOU MUST WAIT AT LEAST ONE-YEAR BEFORE CONSIDERING THIS PROCEDURE.
AFTERCARE
CLEAN LASHES = BOMB RETENTION
Appointments booked 3 weeks (21 days) from last appointment is a considered a fullset & must be booked accordingly.
PRE-BOOK LASH FILLS EVERY 2-3 WEEKS
Book 2 to 3 appointments in advance in secure the dates & times that works best for you! There must be at least 40% lashes remaining on each eye in order for it to be considered a fill. Most clients prefer to maintain their full & fluffy lashes by coming in every 2 to 2.5 weeks.
Appointments booked 3 weeks (21 days) from last appointment is a considered a fullset & must be booked accordingly.
FIRST 24 HOURS
Stay away from water, steam, and sweat for the first 24 hours following your appointment. This allows the adhesive cures completely to ensure good retention.
AVOID OILY PRODUCTS
If you can't cut them out of your routine, opt for oil-free products around the eye area. Oil-based products will pre-maturely break down the adhesive.
WASH & CLEANSE LASHES DAILY
Thoroughly clean your eyelashes daily with the ELLELASH Aftercare Kit featuring a lash cleanser, soft brush with case, & spoolie case.
SLEEP ON YOUR BACK
To prevent pre-mature lash loss due to sleeping on your face or side.
NO MASCARA OR FALSIES
Do not apply mascara or falsies over top of your lash extensions, this will not only ruin the fluffy appearance of your lashes but will also cause damage and will be more difficult to remove.
BE GENTLE
Treat your lashes like their your baby! Avoid rubbing or pulling at your eyes and lashes.
FLAWLESS BROWS ARE ON THE WAY
All clients will be given an Aftercare Kit at the end of their sessions. Kits will include detailed instructions, shower visors, ointment, and additional items that will help to properly care for the treated areas.
PRE-BOOK YOUR REQUIRED TOUCH-UP
PMU Brows are a 2-step process that includes: the Initial Brow Session & the Touch-Up that should be scheduled for 6-8 weeks after your initial procedure. If (re)scheduling for your Touch Up, the date must not exceed 6 months from your initial procedure. Do it in advance to secure a date & time that works best for you!
SCABBING IS NORMAL
Do not scratch, pick, or pull any of the scabs. Please allow the scabs to exfoliate naturally.
NO SWEATING
Do not partake in activities that will cause you to sweat during the healing process. Sweat will break down color pigments which will lead to poor retention, loss of color, and increase risk of an infection.
Sun exposure, tanning beds, pets, dust
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dirt, smoke, or chemicals of any kind (such as make up, toners, moisturizers, serums, etc).
AVOID THE FOLLOWING
Direct brow contact with water, direct shower streams, saunas, steam, pools, salt water, and tubs.
Sun exposure, tanning beds, pets, dust
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dirt, smoke, or chemicals of any kind (such as make up, toners, moisturizers, serums, etc).
Botox, Peels, Microdermabrasions, or Chemical Treatments for a minimum of 5 weeks.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE HEALING PROCESS
During the Healing & Peeling process (lasting generally 7-14 days), your eyebrows will go through many phases as it sheds and develops your pigment.
DAY 1 TO 3
After your procedure, your eyebrows will begin to oxidize, appearing darker, bolder, and possibly thicker. Minor swelling may occur but should disappear after the first 48 hours.
** (non-powdered) oil blotting sheets may be used to gently absorb oil from your brows, if you have oily skin.
DAY 3 TO 5
Your eyebrows may feel a little "tighter" or "harder" as your body is naturally absorbing and healing your brows by creating scabs. The tattoo may appear somewhat raised.
** (non-powdered) oil blotting sheets may be used to gently absorb oil from your brows, if you have oily skin.
DAY 5 TO 7
Brows will begin to exfoliate and should shed evenly if left alone. The color underneath the exfoliating skin may appear very light but will resurface with more color as the weeks go by. Please be patient and give the color a few weeks to develop.
DAY 8 TO 14
The exfoliation process should be nearing an end. Continue to allow the eyebrows to naturally exfoliate and avoid pulling, picking, or scratching the scabs.
If you feel you are having a reaction or infection, please seek medical care and inform your artist.