WHAT IS LIP BLUSH?

 

Lip blushing is a form of permanent makeup that enhances the color of your natural lips. The technique uses a machine and a sterilized disposable needle to produce micro-pixilated dots throughout the superficial layers of the lips. The result is a natural appearing lip-enhancement with a sheer and subtle color once healed.

 

This treatment can correct asymmetry and add definition to make the lips appear fuller, but it can only be done within the natural lip contour. The skin around the lips has a different texture, and we do NOT work outside of the vermillion border. The illusion of fuller lips can be achieved by using certain techniques. For example - shading more heavily around the outer edges, and gradually lightening up while approaching the inner area of the lips. Clients who have really dark pigmented lips (Fitzpatrick 5-6) may not be a candidate for lip blushing. If you have darker pigmented lips, please email us a photo prior to booking an appointment.

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COLOR BOOSTS & RETENTION

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Lip blush is a two-appointment process. During your initial appointment we will schedule a complimentary follow up for 8-12 weeks after your initial session. For most clients, the color looks dramatically lighter after the first week. Many clients prefer natural results, but some expect a bolder look. It is always good to start with a lighter color to leave room for modifications in the future. The same color will look and heal differently on every client, so a color correction or more saturation may be needed in the follow-up appointment. If you are looking for supernatural results, then  a touch-up may not be needed, but most people require a second session. Lip blush is a process. If your lips do not heal perfectly after the first appointment - DO NOT WORRY! We can always add more density in your follow-up. 

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After the first two-appointments, a Color Boost (single appointment) is recommended every 1-2 years. Some clients may retain pigment longer, but color retention depends on a clients’ skin type, lifestyle, and proper aftercare. The darker and more saturated the color, the longer it will retain its visibility. However, lip blush will gradually fade over time. The skin of the lips constantly renews itself, and the particles in the pigment will be naturally broken down by the body.

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THE APPOINTMENT PROCESS

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Please allow 2-3 hours for all appointments.

 

THE CONSULTATION

The consultation is done the day of your initial appointment and heavy emphasis is placed on understanding your expectations. This technique is customizable, and we recommend bringing your desired lipstick color or tint to your appointment. 

All clients are required to bring a photo ID and fill out a health history form prior to their appointment in order to ensure their skin is in good condition before beginning treatment.

As a client, you will be involved and informed during the entire process.

 

BEFORE & AFTER PHOTOGRAPHS

We photograph our work before and after the treatment for client records and insurance. Before and after photographs are also necessary to assess your healed results during the perfecting session.

We respect the privacy of our clients, and we will NOT use photos on social media without your consent.

 

LIP SHAPING & CLIENT APPROVAL

If you have an ideal shape and color in mind, please bring a couple reference photos to your appointment. Shaping your lips correctly is the foundation for achieving the perfect outline. We will use a waterproof pencil to draw the initial outline for the shape of your lips. 

We do not move forward with the treatment until receiving your approval of the design. 

 

NUMBING & COLOR SELECTION

Topical anesthetics (benzocaine/lidocaine/tetracaine) are used to numb the treatment area. After achieving the outline, then the anesthetic will be allowed to absorb into the skin for 15 minutes. Additional anesthetic will be used throughout the treatment to keep you comfortable. However - even after the anesthetic has been applied, there can still be discomfort.

During your numbing time - we will choose your lip color based on your desired result, and what is best suited for your skin type.

 

LIP BLUSH TREATMENT

A machine is used to produce micro-pixilated dots throughout the superficial layers of the lips.

This part of the process takes 60-90 minutes to complete.

 

BEFORE YOU LEAVE

We remove excess pigment from the treated area, take after photographs, and apply Aquaphor to your lips. Aquaphor will be the only product you will apply to your lips during the healing process.

Your touch-up appointment will be scheduled for 8-12 weeks after your initial appointment, and we will schedule this before you leave.

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IS LIP BLUSH FOR YOU?

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We DO NOT recommend Lip Blush for the following:​

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IF YOU ARE PREGNANT OR BREASTFEEDING

We do not perform lip blush during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

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ANYONE CURRENTLY TAKING ACCUTANE OR STEROIDS

You must stop taking Accutane for a minimum of one year to be eligible for permanent cosmetics of any kind.

 

THOSE PRONE TO KELOIDS OR POST-INFLAMMATORY HYPO-PIGMENTATION

​Unfortunately, since Lip Blush involves opening the skin, it is our policy not to work with these conditions.

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IF YOU HAVE A TRANSMITTABLE BLOOD DISEASE SUCH AS HIV OR HEPATITIS

To prevent the transmission of blood-borne pathogens, we do not work with these conditions. ​

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IF YOU HAVE ANY KIND OF SKIN CONDITION ON OR NEAR YOUR LIPS

Including eczema, shingles, rashes, etc.

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THOSE WITH ALLERGIES TO ALCOHOL OR NUMBING AGENTS

If you think you might have an allergy to our pigment, anesthetic, or alcohol, then you may have a reaction to our work.​

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ANYONE UNDER THE AGE OF 18. LIP BLUSH IS FOR ADULTS ONLY!

We do not recommend lip blush for anyone under the age of 18. It is our policy at Campbell Nicole Microblading not to work with children, even with a consent form.

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If you are on any of these medications, lip blush and permanent makeup are not recommended:

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• Accutane (Isotretinoin)

• Clopidogrel (Plavix)

• Prasugrel (Effient)

• Ticagrelor (Brilinta)

• Ticlopidine (Ticlid)

• Cilostazol (Pletal)

• Vorapaxar (Zontivity)

• Dipyridamole (Persantine

• Coumadin Pradaxia (dibigatran)

• Xarelto (rivaraxaban)

• Eliquis (apixaban)

• Savaysa (edoxaban)

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