CONTRAINDICATIONS

Individuals who have the following will not be suitable &/or eligible for permanent make up services.

  • Had Botox/chemical peels/lasers/microdermabrasions in the last month. Client must wait 2 weeks.
  • Used Accutane within the year. (Otherwise skin will be sensitive & cause poor healing.)
  • Allergies to Lidocaine, Epinephrine or other topical anesthetics.
  • Allergies to metal &/or pigment
  • Currently ill (cold, flu, fever, etc.) or known recent exposure to COVID
  • Irritated skin or skin conditions near treatment area (rash, acne, sunburn, eczema, rosacea) Skin will be sensitive & cause poor healing.
  • A pacemaker or heart conditions.
  • Viral infections, autoimmune disease or blood disorders.
  • Undergoing Chemo therapy or treated within the year (consult Doctor & will need a note to keep in client’s portfolio)
  • Pregnant or nursing (Metals in ink will pass to baby. Can dump & pump for 2 weeks following procedure.)
  • Diabetic (insulin dependant) Must be controlled & with Doctor’s note (Pre-diabetes is ok–diet controlled & not on medication.)
  • Under age 18
  • Have undergone an organ transplant
  • Vitiligo (skin condition with large white patches)
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Please be advised, other Medical conditions not listed above, some prescription medications, herbal supplements, vitamins, over the counter supplements and some skin care products can cause lightening of the pigment, &/or cause excessive bleeding during tattooing and other adverse effects.


If a client has a question regarding their health, medical problem or medication, kindly ask your client to consult with their Doctor for further instruction and/or a Doctor’s note.


HYPERTENSION is not a contraindication however, I have seen many clients experience more bleeding with Hypertension than with clients who do not have Hypertension. Even if the client is on a prescription medication, they may still experience more bleeding and will require frequent touch ups.