Absolute Contraindications
Please read the following carefully and check to see if you have any contraindications that can prevent you from receiving permanent makeup services:
Accutane: You need to be off of Accutane for at least 12 months
Cancer: With cancer and cancer treatments, the body & the immune system are compromised and we want to limit any additional risk. Client must wait 12 months to receive any permanent makeup service after treatment is finished
Heart/Blood Condition: Hemophilia or any blood clotting disorders
Severe Heart Condition: Individuals with heart diseases are often on medications that thin the blood which will cause excessive bleeding.
Pregnant or Nursing: There aren’t enough research to understand the effects of pigment or numbing agents on individuals who are pregnant or nursing as they can enter the bloodstream. In addition, there is a risk of infection and blood-borne pathogens. Due to hormone fluctuations, the retention rate will also be decreased.
Sick (cold, flu, etc.): If your body health is compromised, the inflammatory response from even small injuries to these areas will be elevated.
Retin-A / Retinol: Use of Retin-A and retinol OTC products should be discontinued 30-60 days prior to service.
Non-prescribed drugs: If a client is knowingly under the influence of drugs or any mood-altering medications that are not prescribed.
Minor: Younger than 18 years of age.
Keloid scarring above the chin.
Relative Contraindications
If any of these conditions apply to you, we will need to determine whether permanent makeup is suitable for you on case-by-case basis. We may ask you to get a doctor’s note:
Chronic conditions
Compromised state of skin
Chemical peel in the last 30-60 days
Autoimmune disorder, thyroid disease
Hair transplant
Moles, skin tags, less than 6 month old scars, raised old permanent makeup, keloids above the chin, and generally raised skin
Skin complications
Super thin, vascular, and sun-damaged skin
Tan/sunburn skin
Uncontrolled diabetes type 1 & 2
Upcoming vacation or special occasion planned
Trichotillomania
Botox / neurotoxins (for eyebrow)
Eyelash / eyebrow growth serum (for eyeliner)
Glaucoma eye drop (for eyeliner)
Dermal filler / injectables (for lip blushing)
History of cold sores (for lip blushing)
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