Lips

Lip Blush can be very soft and natural. The colour and level of saturation are customized to your lips, complexion and preferences. If you want a subtle result, the goal is a healthy-looking wash of colour and gentle definition rather than the appearance of heavy lipstick.

Your lips will look brighter and more saturated immediately after the appointment, but that is not the final colour. Lip Blush softens substantially as the lips heal. I select pigment with the healed result in mind and explain the temporary colour changes beforehand so the first-day appearance does not come as a surprise.

The healed colour is softer and less saturated than it appears on the first day. The initial colour commonly lightens by about half as the surface heals, although every person retains pigment differently. The lips may also look temporarily patchy or very light during healing before the colour settles over the following weeks.

I assess your natural lip colour, undertone, complexion and the result you want. We discuss shades together, and I recommend colours that are likely to heal harmoniously on your lips. You do not need to arrive knowing an exact pigment name or bringing the perfect lipstick.

Lip Blush can create cleaner definition, improve the appearance of minor asymmetry and make the lips look fresher or more balanced. It does not add physical volume like filler, and the design must stay within the natural lip tissue. The effect comes from colour and definition rather than enlargement.

Yes, once the filler and surrounding tissue are fully settled and healed. Lip filler changes volume, while Lip Blush adds colour and definition. The correct spacing between treatments should be confirmed before booking so swelling or recent changes do not affect the design.

In many cases, yes, but the approach depends on the natural lip tone and the cause of the colour variation. Some clients may need a neutralization process or more than one session before reaching the desired shade. A consultation allows me to assess what is realistic and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.

Most clients describe the sensation as manageable pressure, tingling or scratching rather than severe pain. A topical anesthetic is used before and during the procedure, and I check on your comfort throughout the appointment. Sensitivity varies from person to person.

Some swelling and tenderness are normal immediately afterward and usually improve over the next day or two. The lips may flake as they heal, and the colour will change during the process. Most clients can continue normal daily activities, but it is wise not to schedule an important event immediately after the appointment.

The lips initially appear bright, then begin to soften and may look patchy while the surface heals. Many clients finish flaking in approximately five days, but healing time varies and can take seven to ten days for some people. The colour continues settling for several weeks, so wait until the full healing period is complete before judging the final shade.

Wait until your lips have completely finished flaking or scabbing and the skin is fully healed. For some clients, that may be around five days. For others, it may take seven to ten days. Do not use the calendar alone. If your lips are still healing, wait. Applying makeup too early can introduce bacteria to open skin and interfere with healing.

Lip Blush commonly lasts about two to three years, although results vary. Sun exposure, skincare, lifestyle, natural lip tone, aftercare and individual metabolism all influence fading. Maintenance appointments can refresh the colour when it becomes noticeably lighter.

Yes, but Lip Blush can trigger an outbreak in people who carry the cold-sore virus. Tell me about any history of cold sores before booking and take preventative antiviral medication before your procedure and during healing. An active cold sore must be fully healed before treatment.

A first Lip Blush appointment usually takes approximately two and a half to three and a half hours. This includes the consultation, colour selection, design, numbing, tattooing and final aftercare review.

Keep your lips moisturized and follow the pre-care instructions provided before your appointment. Arrive with clean lips and no active cracking, irritation or cold sore. Tell me about recent filler, medications and any history of cold sores. Do not stop prescription medication unless your healthcare professional has advised you to do so.

Follow the cleaning and ointment instructions provided after your appointment. Keep the lips moisturized with the recommended product, avoid picking or peeling, and limit anything that irritates the area while it heals. Avoid lip makeup until all flaking or scabbing has finished and the skin is fully healed. Once healed, use sun protection on your lips to help slow fading.