Permanent lip makeup: post-tattoo care

Lips – an attractive part of the face along with the eyes and eyebrows. And every woman knows how much time it takes to put them in order before work, a date or a celebration. But modern cosmetology offers to save precious minutes with the help of permanent lip makeup. This is a kind of tattoo, which is at the peak of popularity. Its essence lies in the fact that dyes are introduced into the surface layers of the skin to a depth of half a centimeter. This makeup is good because it lasts up to 2 years, so there is no need to constantly use lipstick and pencil. In addition, it gives the lips grooming, tenderness and beauty. The effect obtained depends not only on the work of the master, but also on the post-care. The online edition estet-portal.com will share with you the important secrets of caring for tattooed lips.

Antiviral prophylaxis: effective protection against herpes

Since the procedure for applying permanent lip makeup involves the use of disposable needles, which in any case violate the integrity of the epidermis, the risk of

catching herpes increases. This is a rather insidious sore, which is accompanied by painful sensations and an unattractive appearance. That is why you need to think about reliable protection even before the master introduces the pigment into the skin. Experts recommend using anti-herpes drugs a few days before the procedure. This is the best option for protecting against herpes. Such drugs will not allow the virus to cling tightly to the lips. But if it still occurs after the procedure, the same tool will help you quickly and easily get rid of the problem.

Antibacterial care for tattooed lips

Despite the fact that permanent lip makeup is applied very delicately, a needle or a tattoo machine in any case leaves behind small wounds and inflammations on delicate skin. For this reason, lips need careful care for at least the first month.

Microtraumas on the lips ideally heal 5-7 days after the procedure. And it will take a month for the full restoration of the dermis.

Care must necessarily include antibacterial treatment of damaged epidermis. After all, various microbes can easily get into open wounds. In the morning and evening, wash your face with boiled water using antibacterial soap, and also wipe your lips with a cotton swab dipped in special solutions that do not contain alcohol, so they are ideal for owners of sensitive skin. And preparations made on an alcohol basis should not be used for this type of dermis. Disinfect lips  necessary until the swelling subsides, redness disappears, and the wounds heal.

Crust on lips: remove or keep

After the master has done permanent makeup of the lips, the ichor begins to stand out on the delicate skin. This liquid then turns into crusts. Many young ladies are reaching out to rip them off. In fact, this is absolutely impossible to do. The crust should fall off naturally.

Crust – it is a protective film that promotes the natural processes of wound healing and protects it from infection. It also prevents the pigment from leaving the surface of the lips.

If you tear off the crust, some of the pigment may go along with it, causing an ugly white spot to appear on the lips. Also, together with the dye, a piece of the epidermis can be hooked, which is fraught with the appearance of a scar.

If the crust is very disturbing, then you can alleviate the discomfort by softening it with a low-fat cream or cosmetic oil. After the formation of a crust, such an unpleasant phenomenon as itching appears. But scratching the lips, as well as removing a dry formation, is prohibited in order to avoid injury.

Healing and moisturizing post-tattoo treatments

To facilitate the recovery processes after lip tattooing, ointments that combine disinfectant, wound healing and moisturizing properties can be used. It is necessary to start using them immediately after the procedure, so that there are no complications, and the wounds heal faster. What kind of tool to choose, the master will tell you. He will recommend you the ointment most suitable for your skin type. Such products relieve swelling and redness, and also protect the skin from exposure to ultraviolet radiation and frost. The ointment should be applied to the lips evenly in a thin layer several times a day, preferably after brushing your teeth.

It is very important to moisturize the dry areas of the skin of the lips. For this purpose, moisturizing creams containing vitamins A and E, as well as aloe vera extract, are suitable. Such care cosmetics saturates the skin with moisture and beneficial substances. Along with this, it contributes to the painless discharge of the crust.

What is contraindicated to do after applying permanent lip makeup

Alas, after the procedure, you will have to limit yourself a little. This is necessary so that there are no complications, and the effect is significant.

For the first time after tattooing, it is strictly forbidden: •    swim in the pool and other bodies of water where you can easily catch an infection;
•    visit the bath and sauna – temperature differences can adversely affect the color and condition of the lips;
•    to sunbathe and visit the solarium – exposure to ultraviolet radiation on damaged skin will only aggravate redness;
•    use hot, salty, sour foods, as well as alcoholic beverages – they can cause irritation. During this period, steamed food without spices should be present in the diet. And it's better to drink with a straw.<
Knowing all the nuances regarding lip care after applying permanent makeup, you will get the effect that you have long dreamed of.

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