Are you tired of reapplying your lipstick after every half an hour? Or do you wish your lip colour would last longer? Cosmetic lip tattoos are a dream come true for individuals looking to beautify their lip colour and keep it fresh for a long time.
This semi-permanent procedure of lip blushing offers a great solution for everyone who wants to have well-defined lips without any makeup applied to them.
But here’s a catch-aftercare, which is the key to keeping your lips refreshed after cosmetic surgery. You only need proper aftercare for a smooth healing process and to maintain the colour of your lips for a long time. Cosmetic Ink offers a personalised approach for every unique face and always stays updated with the latest advancements in cosmetic tattooing.
Let’s find out why aftercare is important for the best cosmetic lip tattoo results, what to expect and what to avoid post-surgery.
Why Aftercare Matters for Perfect Lip Tattoos?
Aftercare plays a huge role in the success of cosmetic lip surgery, and proper care post-surgery can deeply impact the lip healing process, minimise the risk of any complications, and enhance the results with the best appearance and longevity of lip tattoo.
Here’s why aftercare is the most crucial part of achieving the best results:
✓ Healing at its best
Post-surgery care with proper instruction helps your lips heal healthily and naturally. This helps in minimising the risk of any infection–which can delay the healing process.
✓ Reduced Discomfort
Proper hydration and cleaning as per the professional instructions can help in soothing irritated and swollen lips which results in minimising discomfort during the healing process.
✓ Flawless Results
For the best results with vibrant colour and long-lasting effects post-surgery care is important.
What to Expect Immediately After the Procedure?
After a cosmetic lip tattoo procedure, it’s natural and common to expect a certain range of side effects. Here are some points explaining what to expect after a lip tattoo, which can help ease the healing period.
Swelling and Sensitivity
Swelling and sensitivity are two of the most common side effects after lip surgery because of the micro-injuries caused during the tattooing procedure. This usually starts healing the next day and can disappear in a few days, followed by the healing process.
Tenderness
Your lips may feel sore and tender after the lip surgery which can feel similar to mild sunburn. While this can be tolerable, it can be reduced with the use of prescribed relievers by your tattoo artist. Avoid some activities such as excessive talking, eating spicy food, or putting pressure on lips to minimise discomfort.
Lymphatic Fluid
It is common to notice some oozing of lymphatic fluid from your lips after the lip surgery. Your lips produce this fluid as a natural inflammatory response, and our tattoo experts will walk you through maintaining hygiene.
Peeling
After experiencing the above immediate effects, you can experience lip skin flaking or peeling as a part of the healing process. This is normal and just a part of the exfoliation process and it is essential to resist the feeling of picking the flaking skin. It is also important to refrain from peeling the lip skin as doing so can lead to pigment loss or scarring.
Infection
Infection can also be a potential risk after lip surgery and can include signs like excessive swelling, redness, tenderness, or pus in the treated area. If you experience any of the symptoms post your lip surgery, it is advisable to go and seek medical attention. It is important to maintain a proper hygienic routine to speed up the healing process.
Scarring
The risk of scarring is minimal but can occur if the lip skin is peeling while it gets flaky, which is part of the healing process. But with proper care and instructions from our professional tattoo expert, you can diminish the risk of uneven pigment distribution.
How to Care for Your Lips After Lip Tattoo Surgery?
Proper care post-surgery helps to speed up the healing process as well as reduce the risk of any factors which can hinder the best results.
Here are some of the essential tips after your lip surgery:
Follow Post-Treatment Instructions
After getting your cosmetic lip tattoo done, your tattoo artist will provide detailed and personalised instructions along with your do’s & don’ts, which are essential to follow.
Maintain Cleanliness and Stay Hydrated
Cleanliness is one of the most important steps to follow after the surgery which prevents any infection and can help you heal better. To maintain hygiene, you can gently cleanse your lips with lukewarm water.
To keep your lips hydrated, apply an ointment or a nourishing lip balm prescribed by your tattoo artist to avoid dryness on your lips.
Refrain from Going Out in the Sun
Avoid getting direct sunlight after lip surgery as it may cause uneven pigmentation and can hinder the final results. Try to protect your lips by applying lip balm with SPF protection to guard your lips from harmful UV rays.
Avoid Certain Activities
Post-lip surgery, it is suggested to avoid activities such as smoking, drinking alcohol, spicy food, touching your lips, pressing them with pressure, etc. during the initial stage. These activities can disrupt the treated area and can hinder the healing process.
Avoid Picking or Peeling
It is very important to resist peeling your flaky lip skin to avoid any uneven pigmentation which can disrupt the final results. Flaky lip skin is part of the healing process and it is essential to allow your skin to naturally slough off to get the best results.
Attend Follow-Up Appointments
After your cosmetic lip surgery, follow-up with your tattoo artists is important to monitor the progress towards the perfect lips and to address any concerns which can interfere with the final results. These appointments are also essential to perform any touch ups if needed.
Create Your Journey to Perfect Lips
First impressions matter, and if you are tired of your daily makeup routine, it is the time to get your cosmetic lip tattoo done to enhance your beauty.
At Cosmetic Ink, we are here to boost your confidence with a flawless smile on your face using our advanced cosmetic techniques. Your safety and satisfaction is our priority.
Contact us now!