1 Week Before

• Avoid Botox, dermal fillers, or chemical peels near the brow area.
• Stop using Retin-A, Retinol, glycolic acids, and any exfoliating skincare around the brows.
• No tanning or sunburn. Skin should be healthy and calm before the procedure.

72 Hours Before

• Limit alcohol and caffeine intake as they may increase bleeding and sensitivity.
• Avoid blood-thinning medications or supplements such as aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, or vitamin E.

24–48 Hours Before

• Do not tweeze, wax, thread, or tint your eyebrows.

1 Week Before

• Pause Retin-A, Retinol, AHA/BHA acids, and exfoliating products around the eyes.
• Avoid lash lifts, lash tints, and eyelash extensions.
• Prevent sunburn or tanning near the eye area.

3–5 Days Before

• Remove lash extensions at least a few days before your appointment.
• Discontinue strong eye creams or treatment serums.

Day of Appointment

• Do not wear contact lenses — bring glasses if needed.
• Arrive with clean eyes (no mascara, eyeliner, or eye cream).
• If prone to allergies, watery eyes, or swelling, you may take a non-drowsy antihistamine such as Zyrtec or Claritin.

1 Week Before

• Apply a hydrating lip balm daily to keep lips moisturized.
• Gently exfoliate lips 2–3 times during the week with a lip scrub or soft toothbrush.
• Avoid Botox, fillers, or chemical treatments near the mouth.
• Stop using Retin-A, glycolic acid, or skin-thinning products around the lips

5 Days Before

(If Prone to Cold Sores)

• Begin L-lysine supplements (1000 mg daily) or a prescribed antiviral medication such as Valtrex or Zovirax if you have a history of cold sores.
• This helps reduce the risk of a breakout after the procedure.

24 Hours Before

• Do not wax, bleach, or tweeze facial hair near the lip area.