7-14 days prior to your brow appointment STOP all use of products containing RETINOL, RETIN-A, or GLYCOLIC.

If you are currently using any of the following prescription medications, you cannot receive a waxing service. Discontinue use of these medications for a minimum of three (3) months prior to waxing. The exception is Accutane: You must be off this medication for a minimum of one (1) year prior to waxing.

• Accutane (Acne medication)

• Adapalene (Acne medication)

• Alustra (Retin A)

• Avage (Acne medication)

• Avita (Retin A)

• Azelex (Peeling agent)

• Clindamycin

• Differin (Acne medication)

• Doxycycline

• Erythromycin

• Isotretinoin (like Accutane)

• Madifloxicine

• Metronidazole

• Prednisone

• Renova (Retin A)

• Retin A (Acne and Anti-aging medication)

• Tazarac (Acne medication)

• Tazarotene (Tazorac)

• Tetracycline

• Tretinoin (Retin A)

If you are using any of the following. The following products can make your skin more sensitive. Thin, sensitive skin is more vulnerable to lifting and sensitivity during waxing.

• Other acne medications not listed above

• Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic)

• Oral Antibiotics

• Topical Antibiotics

• Retinol

• Salicylic Acids

• Any acid based products

• Exfoliants

If you are ever unsure about the products or prescription meds you’re taking/ using do not hesitate to reach out to us.

7 days prior to your Brow/Wax Appointment please avoid:

- Chemical Peels

- Microdermabrasion

- DermaPlaning

- Micro-Neediling

- Sunburn

- Extended Sun Exposure or Tanning beds

- Brow Waxing

Your skin may be more sensitive if you are: PREGNANT, DIABETIC, on your MENSTRUAL CYCLE, or taking ANTIBIOTICS

If you have SKIN SENSITIVITIES or ALLERGIES please let your Esthetician know prior to your service

Please be aware that waxing may cause (all temporary and generally fade within 72 hours):

-Redness

-Swelling

-Tenderness of the Skin

-Small Bumps (welts)

It is VERY important to not touch the freshly waxed area! Any bacteria on our fingers can get into the freshly waxed skin and cause breakouts.

To give you the best results possible following the restrictions below are crucial to ensure your skin is in the best possible condition to work on.

60 DAYS PRIOR - Do not get a chemical peel

28 DAYS PRIOR- No Botox/Filler

7 DAYS PRIOR-

If taking any Antibiotic Medication, they MUST fully be out of your system for 7 Days

NO tanning or have a sunburned

DO NOT tweeze, wax, tint, thread, or apply any other hair removal

DO NOT use Retinols/Retin-A or other anti-aging/acne creams

Do NOT apply any serums containing acids on eyebrows

48 HOURS PRIOR- DO NOT take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Niacin, Vitamin E,

Fish Oil (Omega 3) or CoQ10

24 HOURS PRIOR- NO Alcohol or Caffeine

HYDRATE AND DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

For at least 24 hours before your appointment you should be drinking plenty of water, as the skin will be perfect condition for tattooing.

EXFOLIATE AND MOISTURIZE

In the weeks running up to your appointment please exfoliate the area and moisturize to give yourself the best canvas for me to tattoo on. Do not do this on the day of your appointment, max 24hrs prior.

SHAVE

If you normally shave the area that’s being tattooed then please do so leading up to your appointment, so the area is prepped as possible. (I will shave area if needed.)

DRESS FOR YOUR SESSION

You want to be as comfortable as possible during your tattoo. For ribs or chest tattoos, please wear a triangle bikini top, and a thong for bikini line area. For spine a zip up jacket to wear backwards. For anywhere else, loose fitted clothing is best to avoid agitation and allowing easy access whilst tattooing.

EAT

Please make sure you have eaten before you attend your appointment, so that you don’t get light headed or faint. You are welcome to bring sugary snacks/drinks.

DO NOT SHOW UP WITH DAMAGED SKIN OR FAKE TAN

If you have any cuts, bruises, burns, sun burn, peeling or fresh tan on the area to be tattooed your appointment may need to be postponed. Please do not expose the area you wish to be tattooed to direct sunlight, sunbeds or fake tan for at least 2 weeks prior to your appointment.

NO ALCOHOL / CAFFEINE / ASPRIN / IBUPROFEN

For at least 48 hours prior to tattoo. You should avoid anything that thins your blood including certain medications.