WHAT IS Lip blush?
Lip blush is a type of Cosmetic Tattoo that involves gently implanting pigment into the lips to adds colour and definition. It can be used to enhance the natural colour of your lips, or to create a new look altogether. Lip blush is often used to give the lips a healthy, flushed appearance, and it can last for months or even years with proper care.
So how does it work: a tiny group of needles pick up pigment and deposit it into the upper layers of the skin. It can be used to correct asymmetry of the lips, even out tone and help make the lips appear fuller. Unlike regular tattooing, lip blush is designed to fade and this helps give a very soft, natural effect whereas traditional tattoo’s use much stronger pigments and are implanted much deeper in the skin.
The Lip Blush process usually takes around 2-3 hours start to finish. First, we will clean and prep your lips for the procedure. Next you will look at colours, we recommend choosing a colour similar to your everyday lipstick. We will then draw on a shape – this is where we will work to create a better shape, and correct any asymmetry that you may have. Finally we will begin to implant the pigment into the skin using a delicate shading technique. To finish you will be given aftercare instructions on how to look after your new Lip Blush, and an aftercare balm will be applied to sooth your freshly tattooed lips.
The lip blush process isn’t as bad as you may think, and we do everything we can to make you feel comfortable. While we would never say that Permanent Makeup is totally pain free (it is a tattoo at the end of the day), it really is manageable – I’ve had clients fall asleep during a Lip Blush procedure so it can’t be that bad! Please also bear in mind that some things can make you feel more sensitive, such as being overly tired or it being your ‘time of the month’ so this is something to consider when booking your appointment. In order to get the best results possible we also recommend keeping your lips moisturised in the week leading up to your appointment. Hydrated lips are easier to work on, and if the pigment is easier to implant your appointment will be shorter and you’ll feel much more comfortable.
Lip blush can last anywhere from around 1-5 years, but this does depend on a few factors such as aftercare and lifestyle. If you drink alcohol, smoke or spend a lot of time in the sun or on sunbeds then your Lip Blush will fade quicker. Another thing to consider is the skin care you use. If you use lots of exfoliating products this will cause the pigment to fade quicker.
The healing process is pretty straightforward – you will be given lip blush aftercare instructions at your appointment, and it’s important to follow these religiously. It’s normal for the lips to look a little bit swollen and red straight after the procedure, but this will subside within a few days. During this time they will be sensitive so be careful when drinking hot drinks and eating spicy or salty foods. The colour will also be dark immediately after the treatment, during the healing process it may get even darker, but once fully healed the colour will soften and lighten by about 50%. Please don’t judge the lips on the immediate results as they will change quite considerably through the healing process.
A few days after your appointment your lips will begin to feel itchy and very dry, just like if your lips were chapped. It is super important that you don’t pick or pull at the dry skin, no matter how annoying it may be! Doing this could negatively affect your healed result. You will be given an aftercare balm to apply during the healing process, this will help to keep your lips moisturised and alleviate any itchiness you may feel.
We recommend you avoid any sun exposure, heavy exercise, swimming, saunas or steam rooms for two weeks after your appointment. If you plan on getting any injectable treatments we advise waiting until 4 weeks after the second session of your treatment has been completed so that your lips are fully healed.
After about 5 weeks your lips will be fully healed and you will be due to return for your touch up – this session allows us to assess how the colour has healed, and reinforce any areas that need a little extra work.
In order to get the most out of your Lip Blush it is important to keep them moisturised and protected from the sun – we recommend using an SPF lip balm to make sure they stay looking their best for as long as possible!
Check out the picture below to see a fully healed Lip Blush!
Lip Blush is a fantastic alternative to injectable lip fillers, it can give you beautiful, long lasting results. It’s important to remember that the healing process is gradual, so don’t be discouraged if your lips look a little bit different immediately after your appointment. Lip Blush is definitely worth considering if you’re looking for a more permanent solution to get better shaped, more defined lips!
Prior to booking an appointment, please carefully read all information & policies. For any further questions you may have please use our contact form.
- Under 18 years old
- Pregnant or Breastfeeding
- Allergies to topical anaesthetics
- If you have a transmittable blood disease such as HIV or hepatitis
- Active cold sores or if you have ever had a cold sore in your lifetime (we can discuss best way going forward)
- Medications, treatments, or illness that compromises the immune system
- Accutane in the past year
- Diabetes, Chemotherapy and any other Medical conditions consult your doctor (must provide doctor’s note)
- Avoid retinol on or around the lip 1 month prior.
- Chapped / sore lips
- do not have lip injections, facial Botox or dermal filler in the cheeks, chin or nasolabial lines one month before or after your lip blush treatment.
- Avoid alcohol / caffeine 24 hours prior
POLICY & CANCELLATION
- Must be 18 yrs or older
- Healed results will vary between each individual client based on the natural undertones in their lips.
- Melanin rich lips will need a neutralization session of which I am currently not trained to do. Please ask and I can recommend someone who can do this for you.
- A £50.00 deposit is required in order to book and confirm every new appointment. This deposit will be deducted from the total cost of your session.
- All appointments and booking fee deposits are NON REFUNDABLE NON TRANSFERABLE.
- We require 3 days notice (72 hours) if you decide to reschedule your appointment. Only 1 rescheduling is allowed.
- Any no show without given notice will be charged 100% of the value of your appointment.
- Pricing is subject to change at any given time without notice.
- There is a 15 minute grace period. Showing up beyond this grace period may result in rescheduling and forfeiting your deposit. Please allow yourself time for parking and possibilities of traffic at peak times.
- We are not liable for any changes or adjustments after you have finalized your decision with the method, shape and colour. Additional charges will apply to any additional changes.
- If you have a serious medical condition you must come with a doctor’s note stating the condition and the clearance to proceed with cosmetic tattooing. Harris Cosmetics London will not be held accountable for any unforeseen situations during your session.
- If you arrive with any of the contraindications, you will forfeit your deposit because we cannot proceed with the treatment.
- Absolutely no kids or pets allowed.
- We reserve the right to refuse any service.
- Please let us know if you are allergic to latex
Jade is an amazing beautician who I have used for over 5 years now. She is gentle, kind and honest and knows her stuff.
Jade is very knowledgeable on the treatments that she offers and is a fully qualified beautician who is highly skilled. 10/10 I would highly recommend.
Jade is a fantastic beautician, very gently, conscientious and really knows her stuff.