Permanent Eyeliner Aftercare

First 24–72 Hours

Mild to moderate swelling is common, especially upon waking. The liner will appear dark and bold.

• With freshly washed hands and the eyes closed, gently cleanse the treated eyeliner area using a fresh disposable pad lightly dampened with clean, lukewarm water. Carefully pat the area dry with a fresh, dry disposable pad. Continue this gentle cleaning method throughout the healing period.
• Avoid rubbing, scrubbing, or applying pressure to the treated lash line.
• If you wear contact lenses, follow the guidance of your prescribing eye-care professional regarding when to resume use.
• If it is comfortable and safe for you, you may choose to rest with your head slightly elevated, as this may help minimize swelling. Do not change a medically recommended sleeping position. Contact your licensed healthcare provider if you are uncertain about what is appropriate for you.

Days 3–7

By days 3–4, swelling should be minimal or resolved. If it persists, worsens, or is accompanied by pain, redness, discharge, or vision changes, seek medical advice

• Mild dryness or light flaking may occur as the skin heals naturally. The color may appear much lighter than desired, this is refer as the "ghosting phase"
• Do not pick or peel the treated area.
• Avoid eye makeup, skincare actives such as professional facials, and direct sun.

Ongoing Healing (Weeks 2–6)

The color gradually resurfaces and settles into its final shade. Some areas may appear lighter during this phase.

• The true healed color is visible at 4 to 6 weeks.
• Protect the area with SPF once healed.
• If needed, schedule your touch-up for 6 to 8 weeks post-treatment

What to Avoid Until Fully Healed

What Is Commonly Normal

• Mild to moderate swelling, especially in the morning (up to 3 days)
• Darker, thicker appearance in the first few days
• Light flaking as the skin exfoliates
• Slight color fading during the ghosting phase

Contact Your Technician

Contact your technician if you have any doubt or questions about your healing progress, pigment or color changes, flaking or peeling, aftercare instructions, whether the appearance of your eye area is typical for the stage of healing, or your scheduled touch-up. If you are unsure about something you are seeing during the healing process, contact your technician for guidance.

When to Seek Medical Care

Permanent makeup aftercare questions and medical concerns are not the same thing. Your technician can help with normal healing and cosmetic questions, but possible medical complications should be evaluated by an appropriate healthcare professional.

Seek prompt medical advice if you experience:

• Severe or worsening pain
• Significant or increasing swelling
• Redness that is spreading or becoming progressively worse
• Unusual warmth around the treated area
• Pus-like or unusual drainage
• Fever or feeling significantly unwell
• Symptoms of an allergic reaction
• Any symptom that feels severe, rapidly worsens, or causes significant concern

For severe symptoms, difficulty breathing, or signs of a serious allergic reaction, seek urgent medical care or emergency assistance.

Healing Timeline

• Days 1–2: Swollen, dark, tender
• Days 3–7: Swelling subsides, light flaking
• Weeks 2–4: Color resurfaces
• Weeks 4–6: Final healed color
• Weeks 6–8: Touch-up appointment

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