How do I care for my new permanent lip blush/color

Congrats on your new lip blush / permanent lip color 💋
Lip skin heals differently than brows, so aftercare is especially important. Follow this closely for the best color and softness.

First 24 Hours (Critical)

• Expect swelling, tenderness, and intense color — all normal.

• Gently blot lips with a clean tissue to absorb lymph fluid.

• Apply the provided aftercare ointment every 1–2 hours to keep lips moist.

• Don’t drink through a straw.

• Stay hydrated.

🚫 Avoid

• Touching lips with unclean hands

• Kissing

• Hot, spicy, salty, or acidic foods

• Smoking (or wipe lips immediately if you do)

Days 2–5 (Peeling Phase)

• Lips will feel dry and begin to peel or shed.

• Apply aftercare balm at least 3–5 times daily.

• Let peeling happen naturally — do NOT pick.

• Color may look uneven or patchy during this stage.

🚫 Do NOT

• Exfoliate lips

• Use lipsticks, glosses, or tinted balms

• Use petroleum jelly unless instructed

• Lick lips (this causes dryness and color loss)

Days 6–10 (Ghosting Phase)

• Color may appear very light or “gone” — this is normal.

• New pigment resurfaces gradually over the next few weeks.

• Continue moisturizing daily.

Weeks 3–6

• Color stabilizes and becomes more even.

• Final tone appears softer and more natural.

• This is when your artist evaluates results.

Long-Term Care

• Use a lip balm with SPF daily

• Avoid frequent chemical peels, lasers, or exfoliation on lips

• Keep lips hydrated — dry lips fade faster

• Touch-up at 6–8 weeks is essential for longevity

What’s Normal

✔ Swelling (24–72 hours)
✔ Tightness or chapped feeling
✔ Peeling/scabbing
✔ Color fade (30–50%)

Call Your Artist If

• Severe swelling after 72 hours

• Signs of infection (pus, fever, excessive redness)