How to take care of your designer lip blush.

Proper post-care makes up 60% of your final result, so please follow these instructions closely. Healing is a journey, and it takes 6–8 weeks for the colour to fully develop. During this time, your lips may look light, faded, or patchy—this is completely normal, so please don’t stress.

With proper care, your results can last up to 3 years, though I recommend a colour-boost touch-up every 1–2 years to maintain vibrancy and definition.

Immediately After Your 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 water while showering, brushing your teeth, or washing your face. (I know it’s tricky—do your best!)

  • Avoid all water pressure directly on your lips.

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.

Next 2 Weeks

  • Avoid Botox around the lip area.

Next Month

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

  • No chemical peels or fruit acids near the mouth.

  • Wait 4 weeks before getting lip injections.