pre + post care guidelines
all services listed belowPlease read prior to bookingPermanent makeup is not recommended if:
You are under 18
You are pregnant or breastfeeding
You have taken Accutane (oral form of retinA) within the past year
You have uncontrolled health conditions (such as diabetes, autoimmune disorders, major heart concerns, or a pacemaker) — these can affect how you heal and retain pigment
You have an active cold sore, open wound, or raised lesion near the treatment area
You have undergone chemotherapy or radiation treatment within the past year (doctor’s clearance required)
The skin in the area is irritated, sunburned, or dry/chapped — we cannot tattoo chapped lips or damaged skin
You are currently sick or have taken antibiotics within the past 2–4 weeks
You’ve had Botox or used retinol in the past 2 weeks
Your previous permanent makeup in the area is too dark or overly saturated
If you’re unsure whether you’re a candidate, please reach out before booking or consult your doctor for clearance.
Do you have permanent makeup in the area already? An online consultation is required before booking to ensure your current look is faded enough for a ReWork or ReFresh appointment.
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Pre+Post Care GUIDELINESpermanent makeup
eyebrows
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Pre-Care Instructions For Eyebrows: Microblading, Powder Brows, Combo Brow, Etc..
How to prep for your appointment24 Hours Prior:
Avoid caffeine, alcohol
Exercise the day of appointment
48 - 24 Hours Prior:
No NSAIDs like Aspirin or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is fine).
1 Week Prior:
Avoid sun and tanning beds - we can not treat sunburnt or excessively tan skin
Let your brows grow, avoid tweezing, waxing, & tinting
Avoid Vitamin E, fish oil, and blood thinner supplements
2 Weeks Prior:
No Botox, Retinols, or active skincare ingredients (AHAs) or those designed to brighten and lighten the skin.
Avoid Vaccines/Antibiotics
4-6 Weeks Prior:
No facial treatments or chemical peels.
For more abrasive facial procedures, especially near the brow area, a longer wait may be required. Please reach out to discuss specifics if you have any concerns or treatments planned.
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PostCare Instructions For Eyebrows: Microblading, Powder Brows, Combo Brow, Etc..
First 10-14 Days:
Keep the area dry (no water, sweating, or makeup on brows).
No sun exposure or picking at scabs.
Avoid using petroleum-based products.
Avoid makeup, serums, etc to the area as it is healing.
First Month:Avoid chemical treatments, tinting, or active skincare around the brows.
Wear SPF 30+ daily to protect against sun exposure.
Day Of Procedure: You will be given an aftercare kit with the items needed to care your your brows with a detailed instruction card.
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Brow Healing Stages - What to Expect
All fresh looks need time to heal. Initially, your brows may look sharp and dark, but this is normal. The color softens and fades by 30-60% as it heals.
Day 1-5:
Brows will appear much darker and may even look larger due to swelling. Slight redness and scabbing are normal during this time.
Day 5-14:
Scabbing naturally flakes off, and your brows will enter the "light phase," where they may look patchy and/or too light.
Day 12-30:
Color begins to return and your healed result takes at least 6+ weeks to emerge.
A touch-up is necessary in 6-12 weeks to perfect the shape and fill any light spots after healing.
lashline
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LASHLINE PRE-CARE INSTRUCTIONS
24 Hours Prior:
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and exercise.
48-24 Hours Prior:
No NSAIDs like Aspirin or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is okay).
1 Week Prior:
Avoid sun/tanning beds.
No Vitamin E, fish oil, or blood-thinning supplements.
2 Weeks Prior:
No Botox, Retinol, or active skincare ingredients (AHAs/Vitamin C).
Avoid vaccines/antibiotics.
No lash lifts or tints.
4-6 Weeks Prior:
No facial treatments or chemical peels.
3 Months Prior:
Stop using lash growth serums.
Additional Considerations:
Remove lash extensions 2+ weeks prior (avoid reapplying for 4 weeks post-touch-up).
Consult your physician if you’ve had recent eye surgery. Clearance will be required.
Day of Appointment:
Arrive without eye makeup.
Wear glasses (no contacts).
Bring sunglasses for post-procedure light sensitivity.
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LashLine Post-Care Instructions
For 5-7 Days:
Use a fresh pillowcase and avoid sleeping on your face.
Do not wear contact lenses.
Keep the area dry.
For 10-14 Days:
Avoid sweaty exercise, steam, hot showers, saunas, swimming, and makeup.
No rubbing or scratching—let the scabs slough off naturally.
For 4 Weeks:
Avoid sun exposure/tanning and all lash treatments, including extensions or growth serums.
Day Of Procedure: You will be given an aftercare kit with a detailed instruction card.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Day 1: May be some swelling by the end of the day.
Day 2: May be some swelling, but should go down by the end of this day or the next.
Day 3-5: The treated areas may feel dry; this is normal.
Over the next 30 days, they will enter a light phase once the scab falls off. Gradually, the healed color will emerge. As with all cosmetic tattoos the true healed results won’t be seen until approximately 6+ weeks, which is when you can return for the 6-12 week touchup to build up and perfect your look.
lip blush
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Lip Blush Pre-Care Guidelines:
24 Hours Prior:
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and exercise.
48-24 Hours Prior:
No NSAIDs like Aspirin or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is okay).
1 Week Prior:
Avoid sun/tanning beds.
Avoid Vitamin E, fish oil, or other blood-thinning supplements.
2 Weeks Prior:
No RetinA, AHAs, or skincare with Vitamin C.
Avoid vaccines or antibiotics.
4 Weeks Prior:
No facial treatments.
6-8 Weeks Prior:
No Lip Filler, injections
IMPORTANT Considerations:Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize: Keep those lips hydrated—no dry, chapped lips.
Cold Sores: Use antiviral medication 5 days before and after your procedure if you have a history of cold sores.
Exfoliation: Gently exfoliate lips with a sugar scrub a few days prior for a smooth canvas.
Swelling/Bruising: If you bruise or swell easily, consider taking Arnica supplements 2-3 days before your appointment.
Bring Your Favorite Lip Color: Use your lipstick for inspiration.
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Lip Blush Post-Care Instructions:
Day 1-7: Moisturize
Apply aftercare ointment several times a day to keep lips moisturized—do not let them dry out.
Clean lips with an antiseptic wipe before bed and reapply aftercare ointment using a clean q-tip or finger.
Important Reminders:
Drink liquids through a straw.
Avoid biting into food, use a fork or fingers.
Do not pick, rub, or get lips wet.
No smoking, makeup, or chapstick.
Avoid spicy, salty foods and direct sun for 2 weeks.
No kissing, sweating, or soaking in saunas.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Day 1 - 2: Right after the procedure lips normally feel swollen, dry, chapped, and tender to the touch. Lips will feel better with each day. Swelling goes down within 12-48 hours.
Day 2-4: Your lips will start to peel/flake. This is normal. Let the flakes fall off naturally. Picking, pulling, peeling, or rubbing the flakes off will cause that area to heal light.
Over the next 30 days, lip pigment will soften, lighten and fade 50% + after the first 5 days, and will remain in the “light phase” for 30+ days.
Lip Blush is a 2-3+ step process, you should not expect to see full results after one treatment. As with all cosmetic tattoos, the true healed results won’t be seen until at least 6+ weeks, which is when you can return for the 6-12 week touchup to build/perfect your look.
pmu lightening
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Angel Removal is not intended for those with the following conditions; medical clearance is required for any exceptions.
Those taking Blood Thinners
Those with medical suspension
Cancer of any kind
Diabetes (including Mellitus Diabetes): people with diabetes present problems with healing.
Those who have used Accutane in the last year
24 HOURS PRIOR:
No Alcohol or Caffeine
No fish oil, vitamin E or C, Aspirin, Motrin, or Advil (for at least 24 hours).
2 WEEKS PRIOR:
Botox (must wait 2 weeks before and after a Botox procedure)
Brow Lamination/Tinting (must wait 2 weeks before and/or after a Brow Lamination procedure)
4 WEEKS PRIOR:
Discontinue use of these products at least 30 days prior to and 10 days after the treatment is performed:
RetinA/Retinol
Anti-aging cream
Glycolic, Salicylic or Lactic acids
Acne cream
Serum to stimulate eyebrows or eyelash growth
You must finish your antibiotic medication before receiving the removal treatment.
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Post Care Guidelines for PMU lightening
FIRST 24 HOURS:Important: Keep the treated area completely dry during the first 24 hours after the treatment.
WHAT TO AVOID THE FIRST 24 HOURS:
• No water
• No public swimming pools
• No sun exposure
• No steam rooms or saunas
• No facials
• No exercising
• No sweating
• No makeup on the brows
• No smoking
• No alcohol
For the first 24 hours, blot any lymph fluid that comes to the surface with a tissue or dry cotton pad.
DAY 2 – DAY 8:
Aftercare starting day 2 after treatment in the evening, prior to bed:
• Gently wash the area with a mild cleanser like Cetaphil and rinse thoroughly with water.
• Gently pat dry with a paper towel or washcloth.
• Then apply one drop of Removal Solution on each eyebrow using a cotton swab.
This aftercare should only be done once a day, at night prior to bed. Then washed off in the morning.
Pre+Post Care GUIDELINESskincare treatments
procell microchanneling
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You are not a suitable candidate for Microchanneling if you have any of the conditions listed below.
You are pregnant
You have Diabetes
You have taken Accutane in the last 6 months
You are undergoing Chemotherapy
You have active Herpes Simplex
You have any inflammatory skin condition like Psoriasis, Eczema, or Dermatitis
You have overly dry skin. You will need to start a moisturizing regimen to ensure the condition is under control prior to undergoing Microchanneling.
PRE - CARE:
If you get cold sores regularly, take your preventative medication one day prior to your Microchanneling to reduce the likelihood of a breakout due to your treatment.
Do Not use Retin A, Retinol or Tretinoin for at least 1 week prior to treatment.
No chemical peels for 2 weeks.
No facial injections or threads for 2 weeks.
No cosmetic tattoos for at least 8 weeks.
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Do not apply anything to treated areas for 90 minutes
Do not touch treated areas with your hands, cellphone or any other foreign objects for 90 minutes
Avoid direct sunlight for 24 hours post treatment
Use a gentle, non-active cleanser, moisturizer and SPF 30 for the next 7-10 days
Avoid AHAs and Retinols for at least 3 days post treatment
Note: Trans Epidermal Water Loss is a common temporary side effect and could leave you feeling dry through the first week. Moisturize frequently to avoid a dry sensation. Hydrate! The more you moisturize the better your results will be.
Apply SPF daily.
superficial peels
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PRE-CARE/QUALIFICATIONS:
• No excessive exposure to sun within 2 weeks
• No other professional skin treatments for 14 days
• No waxing for 7 days prior
• No retinol products for 72 hours
• No AHAs or exfoliating products for 72 hours
• No glycolic acid for 24 hours
• No cosmetic tattoos for 6 weeks
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With superficial peels, there is no down time. You can go back to work immediately. You just have to keep the skin cool and calm and out of direct sun as it heals. Depending on the treatment, this timeframe ranges from 3-10 days.
It’s important to take care of your face during the healing process to help your skin bounce back to life and to maximize your chemical peel benefits:
Do not wash your face until the following morning.
Do not apply any makeup for 12 - 24 hours.
No activities that elevate your body’s internal temperature for a minimum of 2 - 3 days.
Treat skin delicately and any avoid harsh products, rough towels or washcloths.
Avoid sun exposure and swimming (Chlorine) for the next 7-10 days
Not everyone will experience peeling after a treatment. Do not peel, pick, scratch or help to remove any sloughing skin.
Apply moisturizer or hyaluronic acid often and gently.
Do not apply alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxyl acids, benzoyl peroxide, retinoids or other vitamin A compounds for 10 days or until skin has completely healed.
No laser treatments, waxing or microdermabrasion for 2 weeks.
Always wear SPF 30+ daily and reapply often!
other facial treatments
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Its best to avoid any Retinol use for at least 72 hours pre/post any profesional skincare treatment.
No Botox or facial injections for at least 2 weeks prior to any skincare procedure or treatment.
lamination + tinting
brow lamination
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WHO IS NOT A CANDIDATE?
Contraindications for Brow Lamination include (but are not limited to):
Recent Permanent Makeup (must be healed at least 6 weeks prior)
Psoriasis/Eczema
Sunburn
Ultra-sensitive skin
Pregnant or Breast Feeding
Retinol, AHA, BHA, use
PRE - TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
Avoid AHAs, Retinols, and any other active skincare for 7 days prior and 3 days post.
Avoid tanning beds or excessive sun exposure for 48 hours prior.
No Botox or facial injections 2 weeks prior.
No chemical peels, Microneedling, or facial treatments 2 weeks prior.
Allow your brows to grow, don’t tweeze or trim them. You must have eyebrow hair present in order to laminate it.
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Do not wet your eyebrows for 24 hours.
No makeup on the brows for 24 hours
No hot baths/showers, excessive sweating for 24 hours.
Avoid aggressive skincare for 72 hours before/after the treatment.
Apply the provided brow oil daily.
Comb the hairs into place each day.
brow tinting - waxing
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WHO IS NOT A CANDIDATE?
Contraindications for Brow Tint and/or Wax include but are not limited to:
Psoriasis/Eczema
Sunburn
Ultra-Sensitive Skin
Pregnant/Breast Feeding
Retinol, AHA, BHA, etc..
Accutane in last year
PRE - TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
Avoid AHAs, Retinols, and active skincare for 7-10 days prior and 3 days post.
Avoid Tanning Beds or excessive Sun exposure for 48 hours prior.
No Botox or facial injections 2 weeks prior
No Chemical peels, microneedling, or facial treatments, 2 weeks prior.
Allow your brows to grow, don’t tweeze or trim them.
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Avoid any Retinol, sun exposure, active skincare for 48 - 72 hours.