How to take care of your designer lip blush.

Proper aftercare is important for a proper healed result, so please follow these instructions closely.

Healing is a journey and takes 6–8 weeks for your lips to fully heal and for the colour to settle into its final result. During this time, it’s completely normal for your lips to go through different phases—they may appear very bright at first, then light, faded or even patchy before the colour gradually returns. Trust the healing process and try not to judge your results too early.

With proper care your lip blush can last up to 3 years depending on your skin, lifestyle and sun exposure. To keep your lips looking fresh and vibrant, I recommend wearing a lip SPF daily and a touch up appointment every 1 to2 years.

Immediately Post Appointment

  • Numbing will wear off within an hour.

  • Most swelling settles within 2 hours; the rest will calm within 24 hours.

  • You may resume caffeine, alcohol and blood thinners.

  • Avoid spicy and citrusy foods for the first 24 hours.

First 3 Days

  • Keep your lips dry. Avoid direct water pressure while showering, brushing your teeth and washing your face. (I know it’s tricky, just try your best!)

First 7 Days

  • After day 3, you may get your lips wet but continue avoiding direct water pressure.

  • No products or makeup on the lips. This includes face wash, shampoo, conditioner, lipstick, lip gloss, etc.

  • Aquaphor only: Apply a thin layer morning, evening and throughout the day.

  • Drink lots of water to support healing.

  • Avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga and intense workouts.

  • Avoid excessive sweating.

  • Don’t pick or touch your lips, allow them to flake naturally.

  • No swimming pools or hot tubs.

  • Avoid facials.

  • Avoid waxing or threading around the lip area.

  • Avoid all active skincare ingredients (retinol, glycolic acid, lactic acid, mandelic acid, salicylic acid and other exfoliants).

Next 2 Weeks

  • Avoid Botox around the lip area.

Next 4 Weeks

  • Avoid sun tanning and any light or laser treatments on the lips.

  • Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning and laser resurfacing.

  • Avoid lip injections and dissolving.

If you have any questions, please email emily@topcosmeticartistry.com.