Pre-Treatment Considerations for Permanent Makeup at Lauren Taylor Ink
Before booking a treatment at Lauren Taylor Ink, it's essential to ensure that permanent makeup is safe and suitable for you. Certain medical conditions, treatments, or health factors can interfere with healing, pigment retention, or the safety of the procedure. Please review the following conditions, as they may require postponement, alternative approaches, or approval from a medical provider.
Conditions and Situations to Consider:
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Under 18 Years of Age: We currently don't allow minors to receive permanent makeup.
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Pregnancy or Breastfeeding: It is advised to wait until after pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Diabetes: Particularly if uncontrolled, this can affect healing; consult your doctor.
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Undergoing Chemotherapy or Cancer Treatments: Waiting until after treatments and with doctor’s approval is recommended.
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Allergic to Local Anesthetics, Pigment, or Hair Dyes: Ensure there are no allergies to avoid potential adverse reactions.
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Taking Strong Steroids: Steroids can affect skin healing and pigment retention.
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Skin with Colloid and Scar Tendencies: This may increase the risk of poor healing or scarring.
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Venereal Diseases: This can impact healing and overall safety.
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Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure: Can interfere with healing; please consult a doctor.
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Blood Clotting Disorders (e.g., Hemophilia): May increase bleeding and interfere with pigment retention.
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Glaucoma: Particularly relevant for eye-related treatments; consult your ophthalmologist.
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Viral Infections (e.g., Jaundice, Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS): May impact healing and procedure safety.
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Fresh Scars: Recent scars in the treatment area may need more time to heal before treatment.
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Psoriasis: Active skin conditions can affect the outcome and healing of the procedure.
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Recent Dental Treatments (for Lip Treatments): Dental procedures may increase sensitivity.
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Active Herpes: Particularly relevant for lip treatments; an antiviral may be necessary.
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Strong Tan: Tanned skin can lead to uneven results; it’s recommended to wait until the tan fades.
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Fever or High Temperature: Wait until fully recovered to prevent complications.
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Advanced Thyroid Disease: This condition may affect healing and pigment retention.
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Recent Henna: Henna on the treatment area can interfere with pigment placement.
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Bleeding Disorders (e.g., Von Willebrand's Disease): Increased bleeding can impact the procedure.
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Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Consult a doctor, as healing may be affected.
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Organ Transplant Recipient: Increased risk of complications; medical approval is required.
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Epilepsy: Risks may include seizures during the procedure; medical approval recommended.
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Eyeball Diseases (e.g., Conjunctivitis, Ocular Inflammation, Retinal Sclerosis): Relevant for eyelid treatments; wait until conditions are resolved.
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Acne Phlegmon or Skin Infections: Active infections should be treated before the procedure.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis: Some medications can affect healing and pigment retention.
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Pacemaker, Artificial Heart Valves, or Heart Disease: Medical approval may be needed to ensure the procedure’s safety.
If any of the above conditions apply, please discuss them with your doctor before booking. Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities at Lauren Taylor Ink!