Eyeliner
Whether you’re struggling to get your eyeliner even on both sides, or wanting it to last all day, eyeliner is a challenge for us all. It can really make or break your eye makeup look.
Take that stress out of your makeup routine and get your eyeliner tattooed! A perfectly shaped eyeliner can really help lift and define the eyes.
My clients always say, “if you can sit through it, it is worth it.”
This is perfect for those whose natural lashes are light or non existent, helping give back definition to the eye. If you’re interested in a more simple design like Lash Liner or more of a bold statement Eyeliner, its always customized to your eye shape.
HOW TO PREPARE
Preparing for your eyeliner procedure is very important. Not only does it play a huge role in how you heal and retain color, it also will determine how comfortable you will be during the procedure as well as how long your appointment will take.
Discontinue blood thinners. You will want to refrain from any blood thinning supplements you may be taking for 1 week prior to, as well as, the day of your appointment. (this includes but not limited to: NSAIDS, ibuprofen, aspirin, motrin, fish oil, turmeric, etc.)
In regards to blood thinning prescription medications, please be prepared to seek medical advice from your physician.
No alcohol minimum 48 hours prior to your appointment.
Limit sun exposure preferably 1 week before your appointment.
Not advised to consume caffeine before your procedure.
Don’t use retinol products or target skin treatments on or around the eye area minimum 1 week prior to appointment. Simply keep the skin clean and hydrated. More aggressive treatments (i.e. lasers, chemical peels, microdermabrasion) should be avoided 4 weeks prior. Skin healing time is required before tattooing.
Avoid botox and/or fillers on or around the eye area minimum 3 weeks before your scheduled appointment.
SPECIFIC FOR EYELINER
Gently wash the lashes and lid area very well the night before your procedure.
Discontinue any lash growth serums minimum 4 weeks before appointment
If you have lash extensions, have them professionally removed minimum 2 days before your procedure. Don’t get a new set of lashes put on until minimum 2 weeks after your eyeliner procedure.
Don’t wear contacts to your appointment. Please bring any required eyewear you may need other than contacts.
Suggested you purchase a bottle of eyewash for home to use while healing.
If you have any questions pertaining to any of the information above as well as any additional questions, please contact me in regards to scheduling a personal consultation.
Consultation
Design
Tattoo Time!
Healing
Healing, on average, takes clients anywhere between 7-10 days. While healing will be different for every client, everyone can pretty much expect the following to happen:
Days 2-4 : Dark and bold
Days 4-7 : light and flaky. May even feel like you’re losing a lot of color
Aftercare
When we are all done the tattoo process, I will let you see the final results! We will take your “after” photos and then discuss your aftercare(listed below). When you checkout, I will give you your aftercare products to take home and use.
Aftercare is rather simple so try not to overthink, however don’t forget it is open skin. Keeping products and bacteria away from the open area of the skin will help reduce the risk of irritation or possible infection. Follow the simple aftercare rules below and you will be fine.
CLEANSE EYES 2-X A DAY.
Cleanse eyeliner (morning|night) with provided or recommended aftercare cleanser. Use a clean cotton swab and dampen the cotton swab with cleanser. Do a of couple gentle swipes over the eyeliner and lashes using a back and forth motion. Let the skin air dry, do not rinse off. Aftercare balm may be recommend to use after cleaning eyes.
If aftercare balm is recommended to use while healing, this will be provided at your appointment and explained how to use for you personally.
BLOT EYES FREQUENTLY.
With a clean tissue, blot the eyes frequently throughout the day. This is to ensure lymphatic fluid will not sit on top of the tattoo. If lymphatic fluid has time to harden and crust over the tattoo, it will pull out a lot of pigment and look very “scab-like”. During your healing process, the skin should never look “scab-like”. The latter end of the healing should only resemble a light flaky layer of skin.
KEEP EYES DRY.
It is important to keep the eyes dry as much as possible (other than when cleansing). Excessive contact with water will dilute the pigment retention in the skin. When showering/bathing, be sure to keep the eyes out of direct streaming water as this may remove unhealed skin prematurely. Use a “hand cupping” motion to protect the eyes and simply wash hair and body in the shower. Keep a clean towel close by in order to pat eyes dry if water gets on them.
Wash your face at the sink for more control. Use a damp washcloth to wet the skin around the eyes and remove facial cleanser around the eyes. (It is recommended to use a gentle facial cleanser on the skin the period of time your eyeliner is healing to avoid skin irritation.) Cleanse the eyes after cleaning your face.
KEEP EYES CLEAN.
Keep makeup and other topical products (that are NOT the recommended aftercare) off and away from the eyes for the whole time your skin is healing. (This includes facial moisturizers, retinol, etc.)
NO EXERCISING.
On the day of your procedure as well as the week while you are healing, it is not advised to be active. This could result in loss of pigment retention in the skin.
DO NOT PICK!
Touching your eyes (other than for cleansing) is not advised. Only ever touch the healing eyeliner with clean hands.
When sleeping, do not lay on your face. Sheets/pillow may pull unhealed skin prematurely causing pigment loss.
*The only thing that should touch your eyeliner the week while healing is the specified aftercare. Anything else may result in poor pigment retention in which additional sessions may be needed. This will be at an additional cost.
YOU WILL ALSO CONTINUE TO FOLLOW THE “HOW TO PREPARE” INSTRUCTIONS WHILE YOU ARE HEALING
Infection:
Infections are rare but always possible. Signs of infection include: fever, prolonged or severe pain, redness, and swelling in the immediate area, along with a warm/radiating heat sensation; sores that contain or release thick white or yellow fluid, hard red raised bumps or wounds, nausea, vomiting. If you think you have an infection seek medical attention immediately!
KEEP YOUR EYELINER LOOKING SHARP
What medical conditions require a medical clearance from any permanent makeup procedure?
– Heart valves, stents, pacemakers, rheumatic fever
– Organ transplants
– Joint replacements
– Insulin dependent diabetics
– Fever blister history (pre-medication for lips procedure)
– Shingles
– Seizures
– Blood thinners, steroids
– Eye diseases
– Lupus/autoimmune disease
– Blepharitis