Pursuing perfection, perfect symmetry and/or any other non-attainable goals.

Expecting PERFECT results that require no maintenance. PMU is a "LOW MAINTENANCE" service, NOT A "NO-MAINTENANCE" SERVICE!

Pregnant and / or Nursing

Under the age of 18

Diabetic (unless well maintained)

Currently undergoing chemotherapy treatment or have within the last 12 months.

Immunity Deficient or are any taking immunosuppressive medications.

Have an active infection anywhere in the body.

Are anticipating any surgical procedure within 4 weeks ( before/after ) your PMU procedure.

Taking blood-thinning medication ( to include a daily aspirin regimen )

Have historically been non-compliant with aftercare instructions. 

Regularly suntan or use artificial tanning beds.

Currently taking any narcotic painkillers.

Currently taking fish oil(s).

Epileptic

Have a history of Hypertrophic Scarring/Keloids

Have a history of Heart Related Injuries or Diseases

Are currently medicated for High/Low Blood Pressure

Are an Organ Transplant Recipient

Are an Artificial Joint recipient.

Have Psoriasis/Eczema in areas to be treated

Have used Accutane in the Past Year

Have had laser resurfacing in areas to be treated within 12 months prior to appt.

Are at high risk of infections and are required to pre-medicate with antibiotics for dental work, etc.

Have been diagnosed with Trichotillomania Nervosa or any other compulsive skin/hair picking disorder.

Are HIV+ and/or AIDS+

Have hooded eyelids (lash line and eyeliner specific)

Please note, the above listed contraindications after the recommended guidelines made available to me by the Burlington County, NJ Board of Health.  With that being said, MOST of these scenarios can be bypassed with a note of clearance from your physician.  Contact us for more information or to discuss further :)

A WAITING PERIOD IS REQUIRED BEFORE SCHEDULING YOUR PERMANENT MAKEUP APPOINTMENT IF;
All Procedures

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You have used Botox, Disport, etc.: 2 Weeks

If you are not happy with your Botox, etc., please wait for the results to wear off before scheduling your PMU procedure.

You have used Fillers (i.e. Juvaderm, Silk, Voluma, Sculptra, etc.): 2 Weeks

You have used Accutane (Full Dose): 1 Year 

You have Sun Burned Skin: 2 Weeks 

You use Retinols, Glycolic Acid, (AHA) Vitamin C Peels: 4 Weeks  

You've received the Shingles Vaccine: 1 Month 

You've had Laser Removal of old PMU: 8 Weeks AT LEAST (to allow skin to heal)

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​MEDICAL CLEARANCE AND/OR PRE-MEDICATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE YOUR PERMANENT MAKEUP APPOINTMENT IF;
Lips​

You have a history of Fever Blisters: Medical Clearance and Pre-Medication​

Brows / All Procedures

You have a history of Shingles: Medical Clearance and Pre-Medication, Even with Immunization

You have history of Seizures: Medical Clearance ​

Eyeliner

You have a history of Eye Diseases (i.e. Glaucoma or Graves’ Disease): Medical Clearance

You have had Blepharitis-correcting surgery : Medical Clearance