Before your cosmetic tattoo appointment, it's essential to consider the following advice for optimal results:

1. Plan Your Day: Since sensitive areas may experience swelling or redness (especially after procedures like eyeliner tattooing), it's advisable to avoid scheduling social plans on the day of your enhancement.

2. Makeup Wear: If applicable, wear your regular makeup to your enhancement appointment. However, be prepared for its removal in the treated area.

3. Medication Considerations: Refrain from taking aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications like Ibuprofen for at least 2 days prior to your semi-permanent makeup appointment. If you are on any medication, consult your doctor before discontinuing it.

4. Alcohol Abstinence: Avoid consuming alcohol for 2 days before your enhancement to promote optimal healing.

5. Skincare Products: Steer clear of 1% Retin A skincare products around the treated area for 6 weeks before your procedure. Additionally, avoid using AHA skincare products for 4 weeks leading up to the appointment.

6. Chemical Peels and Similar Treatments: Refrain from professional chemical peels or similar treatments close to the procedure site for 6 weeks prior to your appointment.

7. Blood Donation: If you plan to donate blood, be aware that the National Blood Service does not accept donations for 4 months after micropigmentation and semi-permanent makeup tattoo procedures.

These guidelines are designed to ensure the best possible outcome for your cosmetic tattooing experience. Please adhere to these recommendations for a successful and satisfying enhancement.

In anticipation of your semi-permanent eyebrow tattooing, it's important to follow these pre-procedure guidelines for optimal results:

1. Hair Removal Treatments: Schedule waxing and threading treatments at least 1 week before your eyebrow tattooing procedure.

2. Laser Hair Removal: If you opt for IPL laser hair removal, ensure it is performed no less than 2 weeks prior to your scheduled eyebrow tattooing appointment.

3. Electrolysis Sessions: If you undergo electrolysis treatments, schedule them no less than 2 weeks before your eyebrow tattooing procedure.

4. Eyebrow Tinting: Plan eyebrow tinting sessions at least 2 weeks before your scheduled eyebrow tattooing appointment.

5. Hair Stimulating Products: Refrain from using eyebrow hair stimulating products and growth serums for a period of 4 weeks leading up to your procedure.

6. Botox Considerations: If you receive Botox in the brow region, ensure it is administered no less than 2 weeks before your eyebrow tattooing procedure.

These preparatory measures are crucial for achieving the best possible outcome for your semi-permanent eyebrow tattooing. By following these guidelines, you contribute to the success of the procedure and ensure a satisfying and lasting result.

To ensure a smooth and successful semi-permanent eyeliner tattooing experience, please adhere to the following guidelines before your scheduled procedure:

1. Eyelash Enhancements: Schedule eyelash tinting or eyelash perming treatments at least 2 weeks before your eyeliner tattooing procedure.

2. Stimulating Products: Avoid using eyelash stimulating products and growth serums for a period of 6 weeks leading up to your scheduled procedure.

3. Artificial Lashes: Remove artificial lashes 1 week prior to your procedure and refrain from reapplying them for 2 weeks post-procedure.

4. Contact Lenses: Do not wear contact lenses during or immediately following your eyeliner tattooing procedure. Remember to bring your glasses with you. Contact lens usage can be resumed 24 hours after the procedure.

5. Swelling Precaution: Mild swelling may occur after your micropigmentation procedure. As a safety precaution, consider having someone drive you home.

By following these guidelines, you contribute to the success of your semi-permanent eyeliner tattooing. These measures are designed to enhance the outcome of the procedure, ensuring a comfortable and effective experience.

In preparation for your semi-permanent lip tattooing, please take note of the following guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful procedure:

1. History of Cold Sores:
  - If you have a history of cold sores (herpes simplex virus), it is recommended to use anti-herpes medication such as Zovirax ointment, which can be obtained from a chemist.

   - Begin using the medication 1 week prior to your micro-pigmentation treatment and continue for 1 week after the procedure, applying it 5 times a day. This can reduce the incidence of an outbreak by 50%.

   - For more comprehensive control, consider oral anti-herpes medication (available on prescription), which can effectively manage the occurrence of outbreaks. Although micropigmentation does not cause cold sores, if the virus is present, the infusion process may trigger an outbreak.

2. IPL Laser Hair Removal:

   - If opting for IPL laser hair removal around the mouth, ensure it is performed no less than 2 weeks before your scheduled lip tattooing procedure.

3. Hair Removal Treatments:

   - Schedule waxing and bleaching treatments at least 2 weeks prior to your lip tattooing procedure.

4. Electrolysis Sessions:

   - If you undergo electrolysis treatments, schedule them no less than 2 weeks before your lip tattooing procedure.

5. Dermal Fillers:

   - If considering dermal fillers in the lip area, it is advisable to perform them after your lip tattooing procedure.

These guidelines are crucial for your safety and the success of the semi-permanent lip tattooing process. By following these recommendations, you can minimise potential complications and enhance the overall outcome of your lip enhancement.