KAKA'AKO, O'AHU | FINE-LINE TATTOO + COSMETIC TATTOO + BROWS + LASHES
TATTOO CARE GUIDE
Take Care
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR SERVICE
BODY TATTOO
Fine-Line Care
What to avoid 24 hours prior
Working out
Alcohol
What to avoid 48 hours prior
Aspirin or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is okay)
What to avoid 72 hours prior
Direct sunlight (tanning)
What to avoid 2 weeks prior
Antibiotics
What to avoid 8 weeks prior
Chemical peels or laser treatments (in the tattooing area)
Steroids
Shave the desired area the day of your appointment to prepare your skin for the tattoo. Arrive well rested, hydrated and not intoxicated.
Leave your second skin cover on for 3–6 days with 6 days being the best.
Don't put anything else on your tattoo while it's healing except what was given in your post-care bag.
Avoid sleeping directly on your tattoo if possible.
Once the second skin is removed, with clean hands gently wash your tattoo with your provided tattoo soap and water.
Pat dry with a clean paper towel (not a bath towel) and apply a thin layer of Aquaphor. Wash once daily, drying and applying Aquaphor each morning thereafter. Reapply Aquaphor 5–7 times a day for the following 10–14 days.
If you bled more than average during your procedure, please refrain from using blood thinners for an additional 24 hours.
Your tattoo should be healed in 2 weeks.
IN THE SCAB ERA
Do not prematurely pick at your tattoo.
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Avoid direct sunlight.
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Avoid saunas, pools and the beach.
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Avoid excess sweating; No working out/hiking.
Once your tattoo is fully healed, apply sunscreen to it daily, SPF 30–50.
If a second session is needed, book this for 6–8 weeks after your first session; or you can renew your delicate fine-line tattoo every few years as an annual session. Especially for tattoos in areas which fade faster such as feet, knees, fingers and elbows. Please contact HL Studio + Ink directly for a quote.
What to avoid 24 hours prior
Working out
No caffeine (coffee, tea, soda, etc)
Alcohol
What to avoid 48 hours prior
Aspirin or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is okay)
Fish oil
Vitamin E (check your multi-vitamin) *Please consult your Doctor before discontinuing any prescriptions
What to avoid 72 hours prior
Direct sunlight (tanning)
What to avoid 2 weeks prior
Over the counter strength AHA's or BHA's (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.)
Antibiotics
What to avoid 4 weeks prior
Injections (ex: Botox, JuveDerm, Radiesse, etc.)
Prescription strength AHA's or BHA's (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.)
Brow henna or hybrid tint
What to avoid 8 weeks prior
Chemical peels or laser treatments
Steroids
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If you would like to book a brow wax with HL Studio + Ink, please book for 3–7 days before your cosmetic tattoo. This is optional. Otherwise, avoid any form of hair removal or trimming for 3 weeks prior. This way, Heidi can see where your hair grows.
Wipe in the direction of hair growth (medium pressure, don’t scrub) with the provided sterile water wipe.
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Evenly apply a thin layer of the balm provided. One rice size is enough for both eyebrows. Do this every hour, for a total of 4 hours, consecutively. (ex: procedure finished at 2pm. Begin this process at 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm and 5:30pm.)
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Wash your hands.
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Outside of the shower, at the sink, use one pump of tattoo soap and water to GENTLY cleanse your eyebrows, helping to remove excess oil or oozing.
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Rinse thoroughly! If you have filtered or distilled water, this is best. Cup hands with water and rinse to make sure all the soap is removed.
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PAT dry with a clean paper towel (night of the procedure, apply pressure for 30–60 seconds).
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Evenly apply a thin layer of the balm (one rice size for BOTH brows).
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Do this morning and night for the next 10–14 days depending on how long your scabs are present. Wash very gently while your scabs are starting to peel. Do not prematurely remove your scabs by using too much pressure.
If you bled more than average during your procedure, please refrain from using blood thinners for 24 hours, additionally.
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Still discontinue AHA’s and BHA’s (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.) during the healing process.
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Don’t forget no makeup, no sunscreen, wetting of your brows (otherwise); nothing else other than these directions and what was given in your post-care bag.
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Please don’t skip your skin-care routine. To wash your face, wash and rinse cheekbone down. Use a makeup wipe or wash cloth gently in-between the eyebrows and forehead to cleanse.
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The shower visors given are water-resistant, not waterproof. They will fall off if soaked.
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Avoid sleeping on your face.
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Since you cannot apply SPF, wear a hat and sunglasses while outside or even in the car.
The conditional use of AHA’s and BHA’s, Retinol, or anything dedicated to anti-aging or acne within your skincare, can lead to a premature fading of your tattoo and/or a change of color. What this means is you may need to come in sooner for your annuals. *Do not apply these products directly onto the brows.
Once healed, apply sunscreen (SPF30-50) directly onto your eyebrows for LONG TERM PROTECTION. *Do not apply sunscreen on freshly tattooed brows (10-14 days).
Book your annual for before the two year mark.
COSMETIC TATTOO
Eyebrow Care
COSMETIC TATTOO
Lip Blush Care
What to avoid 24 hours prior
Working out
No caffeine (coffee, tea, soda, etc)
Alcohol
What to avoid 48 hours prior
Aspirin or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is okay)
Fish oil
Vitamin E (check your multi-vitamin) *Please consult your Doctor before discontinuing any prescriptions
What to avoid 72 hours prior
Direct sunlight (tanning)
What to avoid 2 weeks prior
Over the counter strength AHA's or BHA's (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.)
Antibiotics
What to avoid 4 weeks prior
Injections (ex: Botox, JuveDerm, Radiesse, etc.)
Prescription strength AHA's or BHA's (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.)
What to avoid 8 weeks prior
Chemical peels or laser treatments
Steroids
One week leading up to your appointment, use a gentle sugar scrub to massage into your lips and a nightly mask of Vaseline or any lip mask. This will help to prepare your lip texture for the procedure.
IMPORTANT: If you have a history of cold sores or fever blisters, an antiviral medication is required to use prior to your appointment and during healing.
With the provided sterile water wipe, clean your lips gently (soft pressure, don’t scrub).
Apply a generous amount of the balm provided.
Do this every 30 minutes for the next 2 hours (4 times total). DO NOT ALLOW YOUR LIPS TO DRY OUT. If needed, apply balm in between cleanings. (ex: procedure finished at 2:00pm. Begin this process at 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm and 5:30pm.)
Continue to apply balm OFTEN (every 30 minutes).
Wash your hands.
Outside of the shower, by the sink, use one pump of tattoo soap and water to GENTLY cleanse your lips, helping to remove excess oil or oozing.
PAT dry with a clean paper towel.
Apply a thicker layer of balm before bedtime.
Do this morning and night for the next 7–10 days depending on how long your lips continue to peel. Please wash very gently and apply balm OFTEN (every 30 minutes) throughout each day.
IN THE SCAB ERA
Do not prematurely pick at your lips while peeling.
Avoid icing your lips.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Avoid saunas, pools and the beach.
Avoid excess sweating; No working out/hiking.
Avoid spicy foods.
Avoid whitening toothpastes.
Drink through a straw.
IMPORTANT
If you bled more than average during your procedure, please refrain from using blood thinners for 24 hours, additionally.
Continue to take your anti-viral, if applicable.
Still discontinue AHA’s and BHA’s (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.) during the healing process.
If you smoke, please do not smoke for 72 hours after the procedure.
Don’t forget, No makeup (lip-gloss or chapstick), no sunscreen, wetting of your lips (otherwise); nothing else other than these directions and what was given in your post-care bag.
If you plan to wear a disposable face mask all day while healing, please switch out your mask for a clean one every hour, in order to prevent bacteria and infection.
Apply extra balm (given) on lips while sleeping and showering to avoid getting them wet in the shower.
Please don’t skip your skin-care routine. To wash your face, use a makeup wipe or wash cloth gently around the area and wash the rest of your face, as normal.
Avoid sleeping on your face.
The continual use of AHA’s and BHA’s, Retinol, or anything dedicated to anti-aging or acne within your skincare, can lead to premature fading of your tattoo and/or a change of color. What this means is you may need to come in sooner for your annuals. *Do not apply these products directly onto your lips.
Once healed, applying a sunscreen chapstick (SPF 30–50) daily will help for LONG TERM PROTECTION. *Do not apply on freshly tattooed lips (7–10 days).
Book your annual for before the two year mark.
What to avoid 24 hours prior
Working out
No caffeine (coffee, tea, soda, etc)
Alcohol
What to avoid 48 hours prior
Aspirin or Ibuprofen (Tylenol is okay)
Fish oil
Vitamin E (check your multi-vitamin) *Please consult your Doctor before discontinuing any prescriptions
What to avoid 72 hours prior
Direct sunlight (tanning)
What to avoid 2 weeks prior
Over the counter strength AHA's or BHA's (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.) for brow and lip removal
brow lamination for brow removal
Antibiotics
What to avoid 4 weeks prior
Injections (ex: Botox, JuveDerm, Radiesse, etc.) - brow and lip removal
Prescription strength AHA's or BHA's (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.) for brow and lip removal
Brow henna or hybrid tint for brow removal
What to avoid 8 weeks prior
Chemical peels or laser treatments
Steroids
IMPORTANT: Lip blush removal, if you have a history of cold sores or fever blisters, an antiviral medication is required to use prior to your appointment and during healing.
Immediately following the procedure, you will leave the studio with a generous amount of the Silver Gel applied to the treated area (also provided in your bag). If the area is one that will come into contact with clothing, we will apply a non-stick bandage for you (Not for cosmetic tattoos).
Apply Silver Gel (provided), with a clean cotton swab 2–3 times for the remainder of the day.
No makeup, no sunscreen, excess wetting of the area; nothing else other than these directions and what was given in your post-care bag.
A scab will form over the treated area and will naturally fall off in approximately two weeks. It is critical to keep the scab clean using the soap provided. Do a quick wash (rinse) once daily very gently by tapping and patting dry with a clean paper towel (not your bath towel).
Apply Silver Gel (provided), with a clean cotton swab 2–3 times daily for 10 days.
No prolonged exposure to the sun until the scab falls off naturally (in approximately 10 days to 2 weeks).
After the scab falls off naturally, continue to use the Silver Gel twice daily (until out) and shield the area from the sun while applying a pure zinc oxide SPF daily. The sun can be very damaging to new skin.
If the treated area is below the elbow or knee, elevate for 10 minutes every 2 hours for 3 days.
Please text (808-517-2553) or email (hello@hlstudio.ink) a photo of your treated area to ensure your healing is going smoothly at the 48 hour mark.
IN THE SCAB ERA
Do not prematurely pick at your scabs.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Avoid saunas, pools and the beach.
Avoid excess sweating; No working out/hiking for 3–5 days.
Don't forget, no makeup, no sunscreen, excess wetting of the area; nothing else other than these directions and what was given in your post-care bag.
To prevent the risk of infection, always wash your hands thoroughly and vigorously with soap and warm water before applying aftercare and a bandage (bandage for large body areas).
Only Silver Gel is to be used topically, with no makeup, lotions, or other ointments to the treated area until the scab has naturally fallen off.
Do not pick at the scab as this can cause scarring and less ink removal.
If an infection or adverse reaction occurs at the site of the treated area, contact Heidi immediately and seek medical advice if necessary.
UNDO aftercare products are scientifically proven and highly recommended to help reduce the risk of scarring.
For cosmetic tattoo removal: Still discontinue AHA’s and BHA’s (ex: retinol, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, hydroquinone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc.) during the healing process.
After the removal process is complete the skin may appear pink for approximately one year, it is very important to protect this new skin from the sun with a zinc SPF 30–50. *Do not apply on freshly removed or scabbed areas.
Once the area is 4 weeks healed, book your next session for 6–12 weeks out (as needed).
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