What is lip blushing? Lip blushing is a semi-permanent tattoo that can enhance the color and shape of your lips and give the impression of more fullness. This is done by depositing colour ink into your lips and along your lip line to improve the overall look. The colour is subtle to give natural-looking results.

Lip blushing is semi-permanent, tattooed makeup that tints your lips using a cosmetic tattoo gun (on a low setting) and water-based inks

Does Lip Blushing Hurt?

The lip blushing procedure is a tattoo, but prior to the procedure, our technicians will apply a numbing agent to the lips. For most, this numbing cream makes the procedure almost painless. Of course, it is important to note that the pain tolerance of each individual varies, so some may feel the procedure more than others. The lips are a sensitive area and at Encore Medical Rejuvenation, we take your comfort seriously.

How long do lips hurt after lip blushing?

The intensity should regress within 3-4 days. The sensation can be comparable to that of a slight burn and minimal scabbing and/or flaking may take place. Refrain from removing the scabs/flakes as you may run the risk of removing pigment in the process - it's very important to keep the lips heavily hydrated.

What should you not do after lip blush?

The following must be avoided during all 7 days post treatment:

1. Increased sweating.

2. Practicing sports.

3. Swimming.

4. Hot sauna, hot bath, or Jacuzzi.

5. Sun tanning or salon tanning.

6. Exposure to UV/UVA Rays or chemicals as they have been known to cause a shift in color and premature fading.

Who should not do lip blushing?

Individuals that are prone to cold sore

If you are prone to cold sores, lip blushing may result in an outbreak and cause loss of pigment. You must start taking antiviral medication, prescribed by your doctor and NOT over the counter, 48 hours prior to treatment to prevent an outbreak.