Sterilization:

​Meraki Beauty Bar is fully licensed and insured. This includes Permanent Cosmetics Technician license, Eyelash Extensions license, Nail Technician license, Tattoo Removal license, Burnaby Health Inspection license, and the City of Burnaby Business license.  All licenses are passed.

The highest level of sanitation standards must be used when it comes to permanent cosmetics, eyelash extensions, and nails.  This is important especially when open skin is involved for permanent cosmetics.

● Cavicide and PreEmpt CS20 are used to disinfect working area, procedure chair, and counter tops.

● All tools, needles, utensils are all brand new and disposed of after each client.

● Each disposable needle is opened in front of you.

● A paper bed lining is used and disposed of after each client

Appointment Preparation:

● Exfoliate and make sure lips are NOT DRY!

● The lips cannot be worked on if they are dry and have any sort of flaking. The tattoo procedure will further dry the skin out.  The needle will snag dry skin which causes sensitivity and bleeding. Bleeding will push pigment out and not allow it to settle.  This will negatively impact healed results.

● If you have a history of cold sores, you will need to take preventative anti-viral treatment before the procedure.

● No drinking alcohol the day before and the day of appointment as this increases bleeding.

● No drinking caffeine on the day of the appointment as this increases bleeding.

● You are able to take Tylenol 30 minutes prior to procedure to lessen the pain.  DO NOT take any other pain medications such as Advil, Moltrin, Aleve etc.  This will cause your blood to thin and as a result bleed excessively.

● Due to new COVID policies we are unable to provide blankets to the appointment, we suggest bringing a blanket and some ear phones to make your appointment comfortable.

● We will not work on anyone who has significant colour still left on their lips from another artist. If a client comes to an appointment with significant colour on their lips without approval the appointment is cancelled and the deposit forfeited.

More detailed instructions are provided upon booking in the confirmation email.

Consultation:

Consultation is preferably the same day as procedure. 30 minute consultation, 30-40 minutes of lip mapping and 1 to 2 hours of the actual procedure. For a total of 2-4 hours for the entire appointment depending on your desired shape and thickness.

Photos:

A section in our consent form covers photo consent used for social media and training purposes.  If you wish to not have your face on any of these platforms it is encouraged to not sign that section of the consent form.  The photo your artist takes before the procedure will always be taken and strictly used for reference and will not be used for social media and training purposes if this section of the consent form is not signed.

Please closely follow these aftercare instructions to ensure the formation of thin scabs and thus better colour retention.
DO NOT:

● Scrub, rub, or pick at the scabs/crusts that forms. Allow it to flake off by itself. If it is removed before it’s ready, the pigment
underneath can be pulled out.

● Use any makeup on the lips while scabs are present.

● Sweat profusely until all scabs are gone

● Use any Retin-A, Glycol Acids, or harsh exfoliants on the lips during or after healing.

● Expose area to excessive sun or tanning beds for 6 weeks.

● Swim in a pool/submerge tattoo in water for 2 weeks after your procedure.

For the first 4 hours after the procedure:

Keep the tattoo completely dry (NO ointment). Keep moving your lips to bring down swelling. Once every hour, use a damp cotton pad and swipe across the lips hard enough to see pigment come off on the pad.

Afterwards:

Always keep the tattoo protected and moisturized by
applying a thin layer of aquaphor healing ointment with a clean Q-Tip every 30-60 minutes. This will help soothe discomfort and dryness. You will need to avoid any other lip balms and products during the healing process. Continue swiping the lips once every hour for the first day.

● AVOID TOUCHING the tattooed area with your hands. If you do not have a clean q-tip you must ensure your hands are properly washed before and after touching the tattoo.

● A small number of people get a reaction to the numbing solution after the procedure. If the skin around the tattooed area breaks out in small pimples or a heat rash, it usually goes away on its own within the week. Contact the shop immediately if this occurs so the technician can make a note of the reaction and follow-up with you. Make sure not to pick at the rash.

Days 3-4:

Scabs will start to appear. DO NOT EVER FORCEFULLY WIPE OR PEEL OFF SCABS PREMATURELY. Only use dabbing motions on the area to dry or apply ointment. Scabs usually fall off in 2-3 days.

Week 1-2:

Around this time the skin will be healed enough to go back to your regular cleansing and make up routine. You still want to avoid harshly scrubbing the area. Make up can be applied on top of lip balm.

To ensure tattoo longevity:

● Wear sunblock on the lips (at least SPF 30) to prevent fading

● Use aquaphor (or petrolatum ointment equivalent) to keep the
area moisturized. Use a thin layer of this underneath other lip
products- Make up may contain ingredients (ex. minerals) that
may darken your lips

● Smoking and sunlight will DARKEN the colour of your lips

What is normal?

● Mild swelling, bruising, itchiness, tightness and thin scabbing.

● Dark and slightly uneven appearance during healing. The tattoo
will darken for the next 2 days after the procedure and then
lighten after scabbing.

● Colour change or colour fading until Week 6 then the colour will then normalize. Keep in mind adjustments will be made during the touch-up appointment which is around 2 months after.

● Its very important to have the first touch up 6-8 weeks after the
first session, then every 1-2 years to keep your tattoos looking
fresh and beautiful!. An email or in-person photo consultation may be necessary to determine if you need a touch up or a repeat of the entire procedure depending on how long it’s been.

If there are any questions or concerns, please contact Meraki or your Lip Blush Artist.