What to Expect at Your Permanent Makeup Appointment?
Permanent makeup is a simple, comfortable way to wake up looking polished every day. At Yen Massage & Spa, we make sure your experience is relaxing, safe, and confidence-boosting from start to finish.
Consultation & Design
We begin with a personalized consultation to discuss your goals, desired style, and skin type. Together, we select the right color and shape to complement your natural features.
During the Procedure
A topical numbing cream keeps you comfortable while your artist carefully implants pigment using advanced techniques. Most services take about 2–3 hours.
Right After Your Service
Your brows, eyeliner, or lips will look a little darker and more defined at first—this is completely normal and part of the healing process.
Healing Process
Over the next 7–14 days, the color softens as your skin heals. Mild flaking or scabbing is expected. With proper aftercare, your results will settle into a soft, natural look that enhances your features.
Follow-Up & Longevity
A touch-up session 6–8 weeks later perfects your results. With good care, permanent makeup lasts 2–3 years, with optional yearly refreshes to maintain vibrancy.
✨ Wake up with confidence every day—your natural beauty, enhanced.
✨ Permanent Makeup Before & After Care
✅ Before Your Appointment
To ensure the best results and a smooth healing process:
1–2 Weeks Before:
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Avoid sunburn, tanning beds, or chemical peels.
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Stop using Retinols, Retin-A, AHAs, BHAs, or exfoliating products near the treatment area.
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Do not get Botox, fillers, microneedling, or laser treatments in the area.
3–5 Days Before:
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Avoid blood-thinning medications or supplements (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, niacin, alcohol) unless prescribed by your doctor.
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Keep the skin moisturized and healthy—avoid dryness or irritation.
Day of Your Appointment:
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Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup, creams, or oils.
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Eat a light meal—this helps stabilize blood sugar.
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Avoid caffeine or energy drinks (can increase sensitivity).
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Wear comfortable clothing and allow 2–3 hours for your session.
🩹 Aftercare Instructions (Healing Period: 7–14 Days)
Your permanent makeup will go through several healing phases. Follow these guidelines closely:
First 24 Hours:
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Gently blot the area with a clean tissue to remove excess lymph fluid.
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Do not wash or apply any ointments yet.
Days 2–10:
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Cleanse gently twice daily with lukewarm water and a mild cleanser (if instructed by your artist). Pat dry with a clean tissue.
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Apply a thin layer of the provided aftercare ointment (not Vaseline) with clean hands or a cotton swab.
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Expect mild flaking or scabbing—this is normal. Do not pick, scratch, or peel.
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Avoid sleeping on your face. Use a clean pillowcase.
During Healing, Avoid:
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Sweating (gym, sauna, hot yoga, heavy exercise).
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Swimming, hot tubs, and long hot showers.
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Makeup on or near the treated area.
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Direct sun exposure or tanning.
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Touching the area with unclean hands.
🌸 Healing Timeline
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Days 1–3: Color looks darker, sharper, and more defined.
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Days 4–7: Scabbing/flaking may occur, color looks patchy.
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Days 7–14: Skin heals, color appears lighter or faded.
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Weeks 4–6: Pigment resurfaces and stabilizes. True healed color is visible.
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6–8 Weeks: Touch-up session perfects the shape and color.
🌟 Long-Term Care
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Always apply SPF 30+ on the treated area to prevent fading.
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Avoid harsh skincare products (Retinols, AHAs, chemical peels) on the treated area.
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Plan for a color refresh every 1–3 years depending on your skin type and lifestyle.
✨ Important Reminder: Permanent makeup is a 2-step process. The touch-up session is essential for best results.
✅ Who Is a Good Candidate for Permanent Makeup?
Permanent makeup is ideal for people who want to enhance their natural beauty, save time on daily routines, and maintain a polished look.
Best Candidates Include:
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Busy professionals & parents who want to look put-together without spending extra time on makeup every morning.
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Active individuals & athletes (swimmers, runners, gym-goers) who want smudge-proof brows, eyeliner, or lips.
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People with sparse or uneven brows due to over-plucking, aging, or genetics.
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Clients with thin, pale, or uneven lip color who want more definition or a natural tint.
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Those with makeup sensitivities or allergies who cannot wear traditional cosmetics.
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Clients with vision difficulties, arthritis, or unsteady hands who struggle with applying makeup.
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Individuals with hair loss (alopecia, trichotillomania, post-chemotherapy) seeking brow or lash enhancement.
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Anyone wanting long-lasting beauty that still looks natural and effortless.
⚠️ Who May Not Be Ideal Candidates?
❌ Absolute Contraindications
Clients cannot receive PMU under these conditions:
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Pregnant or breastfeeding
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Active skin infections (herpes simplex, cold sores, shingles, impetigo, cellulitis, warts, ringworm, etc.)
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Active skin conditions in the area (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, severe acne, open wounds)
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Blood-borne diseases (HIV, Hepatitis B or C)
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Uncontrolled diabetes
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Bleeding disorders or hemophilia
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History of keloid scarring
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Allergy to pigments, lidocaine, epinephrine, or topical anesthetics
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Current chemotherapy or radiation treatment
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Recent Botox, fillers, or surgery near the area (must wait at least 4–6 weeks)
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Epilepsy or seizures (risk during procedure)
⚠️ Relative Contraindications (Doctor’s Clearance Recommended)
PMU may be possible with written medical approval if:
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Controlled diabetes
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Thyroid conditions (can affect pigment retention)
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Autoimmune disorders (lupus, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis)
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Blood pressure issues (especially if uncontrolled)
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Heart conditions, pacemakers, or stents
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Glaucoma or eye conditions (for eyeliner procedures)
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Skin prone to hyperpigmentation
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History of fainting or severe anxiety with needles
⏳ Temporary Contraindications (Wait Until Resolved)
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Sunburn or tanning on the area
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Recent chemical peels, microneedling, or laser treatments (wait 2–4 weeks)
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Recent surgery or open wounds in the treatment area
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Use of Accutane or isotretinoin (must wait 12 months after stopping)
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Use of blood-thinning medications (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E) — unless cleared by a physician
✨ Summary for Clients:
Permanent makeup is not recommended for those with certain medical conditions, skin conditions, or medications that affect healing. Always disclose your full health history and consult with your artist (and doctor if needed) before booking.