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Thank you for choosing Advanced Ink for your Permanent Makeup (PMU) experience. Please read the following instructions to ensure the best results for your treatment.

The following restrictions are to ensure your skin is in the best possible condition for an amazing Permanent Makeup procedure. Please read carefully!

• Do NOT drink / consume energy drinks, coffee or anything with caffeine for 24 hours prior to your appointment. I don't want you moving all over during the procedure, plus it increases the likeliness of you bleeding during the procedure, which can negatively impact your pigment retention.
• Do NOT drink alcohol 24 hours before the procedure. Yep, that's a blood thinner too!
• Do NOT take Aspirin, Niacin, vitamins A, E, B6, Niacin, Fish oil, Omega 3, Gingko Biloba, St. John's Wort or Evening Primrose oil, unless medically necessary, 48-72 hours prior to the procedure. These supplements thin your blood, and increase the likeliness of bleeding during the procedure. Refrain from alcohol, aspirin, Ibuprofen (Advil) and Alieve for 24 hours prior to your appointment. The only product for aches and pain that can be used and will not make you bleed is Tylenol or Acetaminophen.

NOTE: All of the above vitamins, supplements and medication may make you bleed excessively which during the procedure will negatively affect the longevity of your PMU and in some cases, may need to be prematurely stopped. Discontinue Vitamin A, Retinol, Glycolic Acid and perscription Retin-A products for a minimum of 3 weeks prior to procedure.

• Please do not work out the day of the procedure, as the body heat will expand the pores.
• Avoid heavy / direct sunlight.
• No Botox Treatments should be done 3 weeks prior, or for 4 weeks after your PMU procedure, please schedule accordingly to avoid complications!
• No Accutane Treatments within the past 12 months. This is essential, please schedule accordingly.
• Do not tan 2 weeks prior to your procedure.
• Do not tint your eyebrows for a minimum of 7 days prior to your procedure.
• Any brow shaping including waxing, tweezing or threading should be completed a minimum of 2 days prior to your procedure.

Feel free to come to your appointment with your brow makeup on as this allows me to see what your use to. This is important if you have specific ideas on your brow shape. If open to suggestions I’m happy to provide options that will personally suit you

If you have any questions about these restrictions, please contact me by TEXT 206.400.8114, and I'll be happy to clarify as needed!

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PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY! IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AFTER YOUR PROCEDURE.

THE DAY OF TREATMENT
In the first 4 hours after the treatment, absolutely no water touch the brows included your own sweat!

Days 1–7: Moisturize & Cleanse
• Gently cleanse the brow area with water and a mild cleanser like Cetaphil to remove bacteria, oil, and product buildup. (Don’t worry, this won’t remove the pigment.) Use your fingertips with a light touch, and pat dry with a clean tissue. Avoid cleansers with acids (glycolic, lactic, AHA) or exfoliants.
• Once your brows are clean and dry, apply a rice grain-sized amount of the aftercare ointment (provided in your take-home kit) using a clean cotton swab. Gently spread a thin layer—it should be barely visible. Avoid over-applying, as this can suffocate the skin and slow healing. Never apply on damp skin.
- Dry/Normal Skin: Apply 3–5 times daily through Day 7.
- Oily Skin: After Day 1, apply only if the area feels tight or dry.

NOTE: Wash hands with antibacterial soap before you touch your eyebrows. DO NOT RUB THE AREA IN ANY WAY.

SHOWERING
For the next 7 days, limit hot showers to 5 minutes or use warm water instead—excess steam can disrupt healing and cause pigment loss. Avoid getting your brows wet except during cleansing. To help, tilt your head back when washing your hair or cover your brows with plastic wrap while showering.

ESSENTIAL AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS (FAILURE TO FOLLOW CAN IMPACT THE INTEGRITY OF THE HEALED BROWS!!):

• Do NOT pick / scrub or scratch your PMU Brows. Eyebrows will “shed” this is normal and occurs naturally. Picking the skin may result in improper healing and discolor saturation.
• Do NOT attempt to pick at flaking brows, or you risk pulling out the pigment and/or causing scarring.

✦ Please AVOID for 10 days:
• All products such as creams, exfoliates or Vaseline, Aquaphor or any other products than the ointment I provided in your after-care take home package (including makeup) on eyebrow area.
• No heavy sweating! This includes hot yoga. Sweat contains salt, which can infect and potentially prematurely fade or alter the color of your permanent makeup. Moderate exercise is fine.
• Saunas/ Hot Tubs / Swimming (Pools, Lakes, Rivers, Ocean ETC)/ Whirlpools / Steam rooms or sauna.
• Facials/Facial massage and any other skin treatments.
• Please avoid sleeping on your new brows for the next 10 days, as this can impact the pigment retention. Make sure you use a clean pillowcase, just in case you do roll over in your sleep to avoid contaminants coming into contact with your new brows!

✦ Please AVOID for 30 days:
• Do not expose your brows to sun or use a tanning bed, always use an SPF.
• Avoid laser light treatments as this can darken, lighten and distort the pigment.
• Avoid Light therapy, chemical peels, Microdermabrasion while healing.
• NO Botox

✦ ALWAYS AVOID:
• Creams containing regeneration factors (Retinol, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Anti-Aging, Acne Creams) near the brow area.
• Laser treatments over the PMU Brow area (Fraxel, IPL, etc), as they can destroy the pigments, and potentially cause burns.

✦ Noteworthy: Use of antibiotics and hormonal therapy can lead to faster pigment fading. ALWAYS protect your new brows from the sun with minimum SPF 50 (with the exception of the first 7 days), or a hat whenever sun exposure is anticipated to prevent premature fading of your new PMU Brows.

HEALING STAGES

1. Pigment is not covered with the top layer of the skin yet and is nicely visible. The color is vibrant, and the lymphatic fluid is absorbed.
2. Three days after the treatment, the pigment will stand out more. The shape gets a little thicker, the color richer, and lymphatic secretion is no longer discharged. The skin dries from the top.
3. After three days, brows are softer, maybe a little itchy but not sensitive to touch.
4. The pigment slowly begins to peel off after 5-7 days; in no case should scabs form in large pieces.
5. At the place where the lymph has dried out in a bigger amount, larger scabs are formed. The rest peels off softly.
6. Bigger parts of the brows are coming off, which are dry to the touch. Tattooed areas are almost invisible, and pigment is absorbed in deeper layers.
7. Almost the entire brow is peeled off, and it might look very pale. Clients are often afraid the pigment didn’t absorb well, while the truth is it just changed its color tone.
8. When the brows are completely peeled off, they might seem dull, but they are still in the healing process, and instructions must be followed. Pigment is still in the works for another 30 days, and after the complete regeneration from both inside and out, the color starts to get more saturation.
9. The color is more vivid than the previous days. The eyebrows have their final color, and the tattooed hair strokes look like natural ones. Most parts of the eyebrows are nicely healed, and white patches can occur up to 40 days; these can be fixed by filling up later on.

Remember, patience and proper aftercare are key to achieving the best results during the healing process!

It is a two-step process to ensure your results are precise, long-lasting, and beautifully tailored to your needs. Here's why:

✦ Initial Application: During the first session, the foundation of your desired look is created. This includes mapping, shaping, and applying pigment to achieve your ideal brows. While great results are achieved during this session, the skin’s healing process may result in slight pigment fading or unevenness.
✦ Perfecting Session (6 - 8 Weeks Later): The second session allows us to address any fading, refine the shape, and adjust pigment depth or color. This step is crucial to perfect your results and ensure longevity. It also gives your skin time to fully heal and settle, revealing any necessary adjustments.

However, there will be cases where a follow-up may not be necessary due to the skin's high absorption and pigment retention. I will check in with you at the 6-week mark to assess your results and determine whether a follow-up is needed. This ensures you receive the best care tailored to your unique skin.

Together, these two steps guarantee flawless, natural-looking results that last!

I highly recommend checking your schedule in advance and booking your follow-up appointment during your initial visit. This ensures you stay within the recommended 6 - 8 week timeframe and avoids delays, as my schedule fills up quickly.

Please note, if you wait too long - more than 6 months after initial - to book your follow up, an additional charge will apply due to the extra work required to refresh your brows. It is your responsibility to schedule your follow-up within the designated time frame to avoid these fees and ensure the best results.

To maintain your brows, Annual Touch-ups are recommended every 2.5 - 3 years. Without a touch-up, brows typically fade over 3 years, depending on lifestyle and skin type. Treat touch-ups like hair root maintenance — early fading requires only a refresh, but waiting too long may need a full procedure. Keep up with regular touch-ups for flawless brows!

Typically, no! just like ant bites. Pain levels vary from person to person, but a topical anesthetic is applied consistently throughout the procedure to ensure comfort. Most clients feel minimal discomfort, but if your skin doesn’t respond well to the anesthetic, you may experience some sensitivity.

We do not offer touch-ups on work done by other artists. Touch-ups are reserved for existing clients and are designed to perfect the original work after it heals—usually a quick session under an hour.

If you’ve had previous permanent makeup done elsewhere, your case is considered a correction or cover-up, not a touch-up. This is treated like a new procedure and can take up to 2.5 hours, depending on your skin and the condition of your old pigment.

Many clients don’t realize that permanent makeup artists are artists — each with their own unique style and technique. Can one artist work over another’s work? That depends on several factors.

Covering old PMU is only possible if:
• The pigment is very faded (70% faded)
• The color is light, low in saturation
• The tone can blend well with new strokes
• The skin is healthy enough to hold new work

In some cases, we may recommend laser or saline removal first to achieve the best results.

To ensure the best results, all cover-ups must be pre-approved before booking. Please email clear photos of your bare brows in natural lighting for evaluation.

Cosmetic Tattoos / Permanent Makeup and Traditional Makeup serve different purposes. Traditional Makeup sits on top of the skin and under the hair, allowing for buildable texture and density. In contrast, Cosmetic Tattoos / Permanent Makeup are placed beneath the skin and hair, with the skin acting as a “filter,” giving them a softer appearance.

Over-saturating Cosmetic Tattoos / Permanent Makeup to mimic makeup can lead to poor long-term results. Cosmetic Tattoos / Permanent Makeup are designed to simplify your routine, not replace makeup entirely. Some effects are best achieved with makeup, while others are perfect for cosmetic tattooing.