Unlike other cosmetic tattoos, however, lip blushing CANNOT be removed, because the lips are a membrane — they aren’t skin. Carla says she knows of laser technicians who will try removal, but that there really isn’t a good way of removing it. However, as a fast-evolving industry, she’s hoping there will soon be a way. Here are some of the other pre-care instructions: — avoiding lipstick, retinols near your lips, and sun for the week prior — drinking lots of water and keeping your lips hydrated for the week prior — avoiding blood thinners like ibuprofen in the 24 hours prior The good thing was that the pain faded as soon as she stopped for even a second. So, I’d go through short little spurts, then have a break. The most painful was definitely the beginning, while she was lining the lips, and the top was worse than the bottom — with the exception of a spot where my lips were chapped. I found myself reallyyyy wishing I’d followed the pre-care. Along those lines, I would also recommend not getting this done in the dead of winter or any time your lips might be dryer than usual. This is partially the light reflecting on my clear gloss in the photo, but I do think the inner part of my bottom lip is a little lighter than the edges. I may go back for a third session just for that part, which some people need — or, I may simply wait. It’s only been a week and a half since my second appointment, and the color could still be settling. Even if this is the final result, I’m really happy with it!
