Lip Blushing: What Is It and Is It Safe?

If you’re interested in lip blushing, it’s essential to understand whether it’s safe for you and what to expect in terms of recovery. When you come in for your consultation session, your provider will examine your skin and ask you questions to determine whether lip blushing is safe for you.

In certain cases, your provider will recommend taking extra precautions beforehand to ensure the lip-blushing procedure does not irritate your skin. For instance, if you’re prone to cold sores (herpes simplex virus), the trauma to the lip area from the procedure can trigger an outbreak. In such instances, it’s recommended to use antiviral medication before and after the treatment to avoid outbreaks.

Generally, lip blushing is safe for a wide range of skin types when performed by a qualified cosmetic artist. Your provider will use lighter, slower strokes if they deem you need special precautions.

Lip blushing is highly customizable to your preferred shade. During your consultation appointment, the provider will work with you to find a pigment color that enhances your natural lip tone and complexion. The pigments used in lip blushing range from soft, natural pinks and peaches to more vibrant shades. Whether you’re looking for a subtle tint that mimics your natural lip color or something a bit more eye-catching, the cosmetic artist can mix and layer pigments to achieve the desired result.

Keep in mind that the initial color will soften and fade slightly as your lips heal. Any adjustments to the shade can be made during your touch-up appointment.

If you’re curious about how frequently you’ll need a lip blush tattoo touch-up, you need to understand that several factors will affect the procedure’s longevity, including:

• Sun exposure – Frequent exposure to UV rays can cause the pigments to fade more quickly. Using lip products with SPF is advised to extend the life of your lip color.
• Smoking – Clients who smoke may experience faster fading after lip shading.
• Skin type – Oily skin types often notice that their lip blush fades faster compared to those with dry or normal skin.
• Pigment color – As different lip-blushing shades have unique pigmentation makeups, certain ones fade faster than others.

In short, how often you need a touch-up depends on your lifestyle, your skin type, and how well you follow aftercare instructions. On average, you can expect to need a touch-up every 1 to 2 years. During a touch-up session, your artist will refresh your color to enhance any areas that may have faded.

Complete healing after lip blushing takes about 4 to 6 weeks, at which point you can assess the final color. For the best outcomes from lip blushing, it’s recommended to avoid the following for at least a week after your procedure:

• Direct sun exposure.
• Chemical peels.
• Wearing makeup on the lips.
• Applying friction to the lips (kissing).
• Smoking.
• Using exfoliating products around the lips.
• Eating hot, spicy foods that may irritate the lips.
• Excessive sweating or swimming in chlorinated pools.

Immediately following the procedure, your lips may appear slightly swollen and more intense in color than the final result. In the first few days of recovery, your lip blush color may appear darker or brighter than expected. This is normal and part of the healing process.

As the lips heal, they will begin to scab and flake. As tempting as it may be, it’s important to resist the urge to pick at the scabs, as this can lead to uneven healing. Your cosmetic artist will provide you with a moisturizing balm to keep your lips comfortable.

If you have any questions before, during, or after the procedure, our specialist team is here to provide support. Contact us for more details or schedule your appointment today. We’re conveniently located at 9801 Anderson Mill Rd, Suite 120, Austin, TX 78750. We serve clients from Austin TX, Cedar Park TX, Volente TX, Pflugerville TX, Round Rock TX, Leander TX, Volente TX, Brushy Creek TX, and Williamson County TX.