Lips Aftercare Guide: Lip Blush

Lip blush enhances the natural color and shape of your lips for a youthful, defined look. Proper aftercare is essential to ensure your lips heal beautifully, retain pigment, and avoid irritation or infection.

Why Aftercare Matters

Following aftercare instructions helps:

Prevent uneven healing and pigment loss
Minimize swelling, dryness, and discomfort
Achieve vibrant, long-lasting lip color

Day 1: Immediate Aftercare

Keep your lips dry for the first 6 hours after treatment; drink through a straw to avoid contact.
After 6 hours, gently cleanse lips with a damp cotton pad or makeup remover pad—do not rub.
Apply a thin layer of the ointment or balm recommended by your artist using clean hands.

Days 2-7: Healing Phase

Apply aftercare balm frequently to keep lips hydrated; use only clean fingers or cotton swabs.
Avoid picking, scratching, or rubbing your lips during healing to prevent pigment loss.
Avoid spicy, salty, and hot foods; consume cool, soft foods where possible.
Avoid excessive talking, kissing, or movements that stretch the lips.
Keep your face clean but avoid direct contact of soap or harsh products on the lips.
Sleep on your back if possible to prevent excess pressure.

Precautions and Tips

Avoid makeup, exfoliating products, and sun exposure on the lips for at least one week.
Use lip-safe SPF products after full healing to protect color from fading.
Stay hydrated and take care to moisturize lips frequently, but avoid over-applying ointment.
Follow-up appointments are often scheduled 6-8 weeks after the initial treatment to perfect results.

What to Expect

Lips may appear darker and swollen immediately after treatment and then go through peeling or flaking.
Full healing and color settling can take 4-6 weeks.
Results typically last 1-3 years, depending on skin type, lifestyle, and aftercare.