Lip blushing is changing the colour of your natural lip into a water colour tint of your choice. Lips have one of the thinnest layers of skin on the body and are therefore more sensitive than other areas. Once you decide to get a cosmetic lip stain, you have to commit to all the dos and don’ts before, during, and after your lip blushing session. To get you started, here are some of the basic reminders before getting a cosmetic lip tattoo.  

TRY ON DIFFERENT SHADES BEFOREHAND.  

Lip blushing uses soft, natural colors. You can stick to the shade close to the natural skin tone of your lips or choose another natural-looking shade if you prefer more. Do bring pictures or lipstick samples of your chosen shade to show to your lip blush tattoo artist. If you find an experienced specialist, he/she can create a custom color for you depending on the specific look you want to achieve and their own professional advice.  

TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOUR LIPS DAYS BEFORE YOUR SESSION. 

If you haven’t been moisturizing your lips regularly before getting a permanent lip tattoo, this is the perfect time to start. Organic lip balm with sunscreen is best especially if you can’t avoid sun exposure after your session. Avoid consuming alcohol, caffeine, fish oil, vitamin E, aspirin, and ibuprofen to prevent excessive bleeding during the procedure. These can cause the blood to thin.  

DON’T EXPECT DRAMATIC RESULTS. 

The purpose of lip tinting is to make your lips look more defined while keeping its natural look. You won’t see bold shades and lines after getting a lip blush tattoo. What your aesthetician can do is alter the shape a bit and alter the tone of your lips for not more than a couple of natural shades. The final outcome will be very subtle, but you can still emphasize your new lips with some lip balm. 

Finding a trusted and experienced lip blushing expert is another thing that could help you achieve the exact look you are going for. Choose Talene Hanna, a Sydney-based beauty therapist with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Now that you know what to do before getting your permanent lip tattoo, book your lip blushing appointment now!