Lip Blush in Portland, Oregon
Low-maintenance, long-lasting lip color that enhances what you already have.
Lip blush is a soft cosmetic tattoo designed to enhance your natural lip color, shape and definition. Every shade is custom mixed for your skin tone, undertones and existing lip color. I build the color gradually in sheer layers for a natural tinted-lip effect—never a harsh outline or obvious “lipstick tattoo.” For darker or melanin-rich lips, neutralization techniques can also be used to create a more even, balanced tone.
Lip Blush is a natural, sheer lip stain effect - no harsh outlines, just a subtle blush of color to define, shape, and make lips look naturally plump & flushed! A custom color is mixed for each and every client based on their skin color, undertones, and existing lip shade. Lip Blush is offered for all lip tones and works best on pale to medium-pale toned lips. Your naturally occurring lip pigmentation determines what effect will work on your skin. Melanin rich or darker lips will require a dark lip neutralization for best results.
This newer service uses modern color analysis and techniques to shift darker lips to a lighter nude or rosier shade. Neutralization is used to lighten and even out the tone of lips in the first session. The treatment lifts darkness and balances out your lip tone to create an even base to later deposit color on. Neutralization begins with 2 sessions, but could take up to 3 or 4 to achieve desired results. Everyone is unique and patience is key! Results can be confidence boosting and life changing!
Pain is minimal, and I use three topical anesthetics throughout the procedure to help keep you comfortable.
Healing is typically quick and easy. For the first day or two, you’ll apply ointment as needed and avoid things like spicy foods, swimming and saunas while the lips begin to heal.
Some swelling is normal for the first day or two. Your lips may look a little fuller than usual, but generally not to the point that you need to hide away.
The color will look much brighter and more lipstick-like during the first couple of days. As healing progresses, it will soften significantly and settle into a much more natural-looking shade.
Lip blush is a two-step process. We’ll schedule your second session while you’re in the studio so the color and shape can be refined once everything has healed.
Cooler, darker or more deeply pigmented lips may require additional sessions to achieve the desired result.
Lip fillers:
If you plan on getting lip filler do it before you get your lips tattooed.
Cold sores:
If you’ve ever had a sore on the outside area of your mouth or on your lips you must take an antiviral drug one week prior and one week after. Lip tattooing can sometimes trigger a cold sore outbreak.
Moisturize:
Make sure your lips are well moisturized in the days leading to the appt. Dry, cracked lips won’t heal as well.
Day 1
Some swelling will occur - its very temporary! It commonly lasts from 3-24 hours.
Your skin will start slowly releasing lymph fluid right after your procedure. This is a common healing process for our bodies.
Clean lips and moisturize with the ointment provided every hour with a Q-tip or clean cloth for the first six hours after your appointment.
Day 2
The lips may still be slightly swollen today and it will look like you’re wearing matte lipstick. It’s normal for them to feel chapped or wind burnt. Moisturize with A&D ointment as needed.
Day 3-7
Keep moisturizing as needed. It’s ok for lips to dry out slightly between applications. Some light flaking and peeling may occur-this is normal. Do not pick or rub any dry skin. It must shed naturally. If you pick or peel the skin, it will take the tattoo out with it and you will have uneven results. After a couple of weeks, your lips will appear very light in color. Don’t worry! The color will continue to develop over the next few months.
Refrain from soaking your lips in water for a week and applying makeup to them.
Refrain from using saunas and swimming pools, sweating excessively and sunbathing for 5 days.
Do not peel any dry skin/ scabs.
Do not over-moisturize. Many clients keep ointment/balm on their healing lips 24/7. They need air exposure to heal and ointment creates a barrier for that. The ointment is for the immediately after the procedure and then only as needed.
Lip blush typically lasts several years, gradually softening and fading over time. Skin type, sun exposure, skincare and lifestyle all affect how long the color stays fresh. Most clients eventually return for a color boost rather than starting over.
Most clients find lip blush very manageable. I use strong topical anesthetics throughout the procedure to keep you as comfortable as possible.
Yes. Permanent Cosmetics Northwest provides lip blush and dark-lip neutralization in Portland, Oregon. Colors are custom mixed for each client based on natural lip color, skin tone, undertones and the result you want.
Lip blush enhances your natural lip color, improves definition and can create a more balanced, symmetrical appearance. It can also help even out uneven pigmentation and reduce the need for daily lip color. The result is designed to look soft and natural rather than like heavy lipstick.
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