The lip blush healing process lasts between seven and ten days. During this period, you go through some discomfort that may have you doubting the process and even flashes of regret. The whole recovery process and return to normalcy may last up to a month, but the experience is worth it.
For most people, the initial visible healing stage will last one week - that's how long it takes for the surface of the skin to heal - but it takes about 5-6 weeks for the tissue beneath to heal completely. Lip Blush Aftercare directly impacts how your lips will look at the end of the healing process.
The biggest con of lip blushing is that it's a semi-permanent procedure, meaning it can be difficult (and sometimes impossible) to remove the pigments from your skin if you don't like the outcome.
Drink only through a straw. Choose to only eat foods you can place in your mouth with a fork without touching the lips. Do not eat spicy foods or hot liquids for 48 hours after your procedure. It's a good idea not to eat oily foods, salty foods, acidic foods or alcohol while healing.
Lip Blushing: Lips are known to be more sensitive than brows, so you might assume that lip blushing would be quite painful. However, as with brow treatments, a numbing agent is applied beforehand to minimize discomfort. Clients often report a buzzing or vibrating sensation more than pain.
clean cotton bud as often as needed. Please wait to shower until the following morning. sessions for at least a week. Please use a sweatband following this.
For all Lip Blush Applications, our goal is to complete the lip within TWO passes. This will ensure: Less trauma to the skin. Minimal to no swelling.
How Much Does Lip Blushing Cost? The national average cost* of a lip blushing treatment is $297 and can range from $229 to $535. As with most cosmetic procedures, the treatment cost can vary widely depending on the practitioner's experience, location and other factors.
Lip blushing generally lasts 1-3 years before requiring a periodic touch-up. The duration varies based on factors like skin-type, lifestyle, and the color of the pigment.
Put cotton balls in gum areas so toothbrush will not rub against the lips. No whitening toothpaste (during the healing process). Use a small amount of toothpaste. Take a straw with you to the bathroom to retrieve water to swish with.
The ghosting stage of lip blush tattoo healing usually happens around 1-2 weeks after the procedure. During this time the lips may look faded or even “colorless” and it may seem like the lip colour has disappeared. This is totally normal and temporary.
In uncommon instances, you might encounter a reaction or an extended side effect that could signal a potential complication from the treatment. Extended side effects from lip blushing could stem from a persistent lip tattoo infection.
Pain and Recovery: Lip blushing is generally less painful and has a shorter recovery time compared to lip filler injections, which may involve some swelling and bruising.
£1500 (including FULL kit)
Some clients may require more than two sessions to achieve their desired density and shape. Lip blushing may cause a flare up of cold sores/fever blisters, even if you have not previously had an outbreak.
Lip Blushing Pros and Cons
The pros include adding color, fullness, defining shape, and adding youthfulness. The only cons we can come up with is to maintain your lips blush. Even if you don't come back for more blushing, the color will last 1-3 years. It will fade away naturally, leaving no permanent color change.
The lip healing process lasts about six to ten days and involves discomfort such as swelling, tenderness, skin peeling, and itching. It is an attainable process if you follow the aftercare routine religiously and be patient.
Hot, steamy baths and showers should be avoided completely. After two weeks, you may resume all regular activities. When brushing teeth for the first three (3) days, coat lips with a lot of ointment before brushing and use a minimal a mount of toothpaste.
Once healed, the pigment may look like it has disappeared or 'not worked' DON'T WORRY - this is completely normal and part of the healing process. Your skin is healing on the inside and the colour will bloom back this can take up to 4 weeks.
Use a clean, dark pillowcase to prevent possible ink stains, and try to sleep on your back as much as possible. Be careful when putting on or taking off clothes over the head. Use medication if necessary for cold sores. Do not pick or peel your lip skin.
The Lip Blush process usually takes around 60-90 minutes depending on the extent of the treatment, not including your consultation. First, your technician will clean and prep your lips for the procedure.