What Not to Do Before Lip Blushing

Getting lip blushing done can give you gorgeous, full, natural-looking lips. But there are some important things to avoid before your appointment to prevent a lip blush gone wrong or even a lip blush fail. Here's what not to do leading up to your lip blushing session, especially if you live in the San Diego area.

Do NOT take aspirin, niacin, vitamin E, or ibuprofen for 48-72 hours before unless medically necessary. These can thin your blood and cause excessive bleeding and bruising during the procedure. Stick to Tylenol if needed.

Avoid any tanning or sun exposure on your face for 2 weeks prior. A tan will exfoliate and fade, taking the lip color with it. You don't want your lip blush gone bad or an overlined lip blush gone wrong because of tanning beforehand.

Do NOT work out the day of your appointment, as body heat and sweating can open up your pores too much. Save the exercise for after your lips have healed.

Facials, laser treatments, chemical peels, Botox, fillers, and cosmetic surgeries should all be avoided for 30 days to 6 weeks before lip blushing. These can irritate the skin and affect pigment absorption.

Avoid alcohol or caffeine before your session, as they can increase bleeding and swelling. Do NOT drink alcohol the night before or have caffeine the day of either.

Blood thinners like fish oil, cayenne, turmeric, vitamin E, and niacin should be avoided for at least a week prior. You don't want lip blush gone wrong with excessive bleeding.

Retinoids, anti-aging products, lip products that can dry out the lips, facial waxing/bleaching, extensive sun exposure/sunburns, and exfoliating scrubs should all be avoided for 2-4 weeks prior as they can irritate the skin and affect pigment adhesion.

Stop smoking and marijuana use for at least a week before your appointment, as these can negatively impact the healing process.

Do NOT take antibiotics unless you finished the course 2+ months ago, as antibiotics can cause pigment complications.

Do NOT get the lip blush if you have an active cold sore or are prone to them without medication, as this increases infection risk. Excessively dry, cracked lips can also lead to poor results.

Postpone lip blushing if you're pregnant, nursing, or on blood thinners, as these increase risks and potential complications.

Following these pre-procedure guidelines from your San Diego lip blush artist is crucial to prevent a lip blush gone wrong disaster. Being proactive helps ensure clean application, proper pigment adhesion, and easy healing for perfect results you'll love!