Aftercare Advice

SPMU

Semi-permanent make-up aftercare is extremely important and the success of the treatment relies on it to a great extent, so please follow instructions advised.

Swelling may appear for the first 24 hours, please do not worry as this can distort the appearance of your treatment.

The first 3 days following your treatment we ask for you to apply a thin layer of the aftercare cream you’ve been provided with once a day, avoiding any other products.

Ensure no other products, creams or cleansers touch the area for the following 14 days after treatment. We also advise avoiding any water and suggest a facecloth to wash your face around the area treated.

We ask you not to use swimming pools, saunas, steam rooms or sun beds for 14 days post treatment however recommend that they are completely healed (no scabbing) for maximum results.

Due to the healing process, your semi permanent make up will shed and is likely to scab with a lightened appearance underneath. Please do not pick and allow the area to heal. Within the following days of healing the pigment will resurface and darken.

Following your healed semi-permanent treatment, please wear an SPF on the area to avoid fading and discolouring.

A top-up treatment is required 4-6 weeks after initial treatment, this is included in the price.

A colour boost treatment is advised every 12-18 months.

Microneedling

Microneedling is an advance skin treatment, please be aware you need to advise your therapist before the appointment if there is any change in your health or skincare routine so we can advise the relevant care.

Post treatment your skin can appear red, feel sensitive and may show signs of blood spotting. This is all common and what we’d expect with the treatment. Please follow care below.

- Drying of the skin such as flaking, itching and a tight sensation is normal. Please do not attempt to exfoliate the skin. Cleanse gently and pat dry, avoiding any hot water.

- Apply face cream as normal twice a day, do not use any active skincare products such glycolic acids, retinoids or bleaching creams (please check with your therapist if you are unsure) for the following 3 days.

- Do not apply any make up for 48 hours.

- Do not wax any of the treated area for 7 days.

- Avoid any strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms or sun beds for 3 days.

- Be aware your skin is sensitive and the advanced treatment means your skin will be vulnerable when exposed to the sun, please make sure you’re wearing a SPF 30 daily. Apply 20 mins before sun exposure and every 2 hours.

Following ‘The Million Dollar Facial’ treatment, please make yourself aware of the Dermaplaning aftercare as well as Microneedling.

Dermaplaning

Dermaplaning is an advance skin treatment, please be aware you need to advise your therapist before the appointment if there is any change in your health or skincare routine so we can advise the relevant care. You may experience a slight windburn sensation post treatment and skincare products may tingle slightly, this is normal for the first few days.

- Drying of the skin such as flaking, itching and a tight sensation is normal. Please do not attempt to exfoliate the skin. Cleanse gently and pat dry, avoiding any hot water.

- Do not use any active skincare products such glycolic acids, retinoids or bleaching creams (please check with your therapist if you are unsure) for the following 3 days.

- Do not wax any of the treated area for 7 days.

- Avoid any strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms or sun beds for 3 days.

- Do apply serums to the skin as absorption levels are elevated.

Following ‘The Million Dollar Facial’ treatment, please make yourself aware of the Microneedling aftercare as well as Dermaplaning.

Pro Peel

Chemical peels are advanced skin treatments, please be aware you need to advise your therapist before the appointment if there is any change in your health or skincare routine so we can advise the relevant care. Post treatment your skin can appear red, feel sensitive and warm to touch. This is normal for the first few days.

- Drying of the skin such as flaking, itching and a tight sensation is normal. Please do not attempt to exfoliate the skin. Cleanse gently and pat dry, avoiding any hot water.

- Do not apply any make up for 48 hours.

- Do not wax any of the treated area for 7 days.

- Avoid any strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms or sun beds for 3 days.

Massage/Facials

- Please ensure you drink plenty of water post treatment.

- Relax and unwind, you may feel slightly more tired than usual.. enjoy!

- We advise no make up after any facial treatment, the correct products will be applied for the time of the treatment (day/night creams)

- Please avoid waxing, exfoliating and active skincare products following a facial treatment for 3 days.

Eyelash Extensions

Eyelash extensions are applied to your natural lashes to extend and enhance, please keep in mind your lash cycle is 6-8 weeks and each individual lash can be at any point of their cycle meaning shedding can occur lifting the lash extensions naturally. Although we will provide you with the best care instructions, please be aware of the importance of your eyelash maintenance appointments keeping your lashes looking full. Lash maintenance infills are smaller appointments to fill and extend any new lashes.

- Please do not get your lashes wet for the first 24 hours, this includes steam or strenuous activities causing you to sweat.

- Avoid any oil-based products around the eye area as this will break down the adhesive quicker causing them to fall sooner.

- Please do not apply liquid eyeliner or mascara to the extensions.

- Do not attempt to tint, perm or curl your lashes.

- Eyelash extensions can be manipulated and therefore is important to take extra care by avoiding rubbing them and certain sleeping positions. We ask for you to brush them daily with the mascara wand provided after your treatment.

- Cleaning your extensions is essential to the hygiene of your lashes, we ask for you to cleanse them when wearing make-up. We sell a Lash Box Cleansing Kit, please ask your therapists.

Lvl Lash Lift

Lash Lifting will need to be looked after with great care as one slip with the advice below and you could lose the result that has just been achieved in an instance.

- Please do not get your lashes wet for the first 24 hours, this includes steam or strenuous activities causing you to sweat.

- Please do not use any products on your lashes for the first 24 hours.

- Your LVL lash lift can be manipulated and therefore is important to take extra care by avoiding rubbing them and certain sleeping positions especially in the first 24 hours.

- Do not attempt to curl or perm your lashes before 6 weeks post treatment.

- Avoid UV sunlight and oil based products as this will shorten the lifetime of the tint.

This lash lift treatment to lift and enhance your natural lashes and keep them curled for up to 6-8 weeks, depending on your individual hair growth cycle, lifestyle and aftercare. Therefore we do not and recommend you not to perform another lash lift within 6 weeks of your previous treatment in order to maintain healthy lashes.

Lash and Brow Tinting

- Do not expose your freshly tinted brows/lashes to water or moisture for 24 hours after your appointment. This means swimming, long showers, or heavy workouts that could make you sweat.

- Apply brow/lash serums to continue to care for your natural brows/lashes.

- Please be aware sun exposure can shorten the lifetime of tinting treatments.

- Please try not to overexpose your tinted brows/lashes to chlorine. Too much underwater swimming in chlorine-treated water can hurt the longevity of your lovely tint.

Waxing/Theading

- Avoid hot baths or showers (cool to lukewarm water only).

- Avoid saunas, hot tubs, massage or steam treatments.

- Avoid intense exercise that could lead to sweating for 24 hours.

- Do not self tan or use sun beds 24 hours.

- Avoid scratching or touching the treated area with unwashed hands.

- Wear clean, loose fitting clothes.

- Avoid swimming in chlorinated pools for 24 hours.

- Do not apply deodorants, body sprays, powders, lotions or other products to the area, other than those recommended by your therapist.

- To avoid ingrown hairs for the future, gently exfoliate the area with an exfoliating mitt in warm water when regrowth is visible.

Manicures and Pedicures

- Please allow drying time, we can’t always guarantee good time for smudged nails although we’ll always try our best.

- Avoid using any harsh soaps or contact with harsh chemicals such cleaning products after your treatment.

- Preferably try to wear gloves when doing activities such as gardening, washing the dishes, etc to prevent the nail polish from being removed or causing any damage to the nails such as chipping.

- Use hand/foot cream regularly to make your hands/feet feel soft, hydrated, and moisturized.

- Please wear open toed shoes when arriving for a pedicure and the day following the treatment to avoid smudging.

Gel Manicures and Pedicures

- Avoid using any harsh soaps or contact with harsh chemicals such cleaning products after your treatment this may cause the gel to lift.

- Preferably try to wear gloves when doing activities such as gardening, washing the dishes, etc to prevent the nail polish from being removed or causing any damage to the nails such as chipping or lifting.

- Use hand/foot cream regularly to make your hands/feet feel soft, hydrated, and moisturized.

- Avoid intense heat such as saunas, steam rooms or hot baths/showers for a minimum of 24 hours.

- Do not pick the gel off your nails, if they start to lift please call the salon to book in for a fresh set or a complimentary soak off treatment.

Spray tans

- Wear dark loose clothing for after your treatment. Tight clothing or underwear may cause marks.

- Wear flip-flops or loose fitting shoes.

- Do not shower or bathe for at least 8 hours after your tan.

- Do not exercise or swim during the development period.

- Pat dry after showering and moisturise daily to prolong the life of your tan.