Lash & Brow Treatments Contraindications & After Care
- Vicki Hexter
- Jun 15, 2020
- 7 min read
Updated: 5 hours ago
EYEBROW WAXING
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Sunburn or recent sun exposure to the area
Use of Retin-A, Accutane, or other retinoids (wait 6 months after discontinuing)
Recent chemical peels or laser treatments (wait 2-4 weeks)
Cuts, abrasions, or open wounds in the treatment area
Active skin infections (bacterial, viral, or fungal)
Severe acne or inflamed breakouts around brows
Eczema, psoriasis, or dermatitis in the area
Allergies to wax or related products
Pregnancy (extra sensitivity may occur)
Extremely thin or fragile skin
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
Grow brows out for at least 2 weeks before appointment for best results
Avoid exfoliating the brow area 24-48 hours before treatment
Do not apply retinol products to the area for 3-5 days prior
Arrive with clean skin, free from makeup or oils
Avoid caffeine before appointment as it can increase sensitivity
Take a pain reliever 30 minutes before if you have low pain tolerance
Inform your therapist of any medications or skin sensitivities
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Avoid touching the treated area for at least 2-3 hours
No makeup on brows for 12-24 hours
Avoid hot showers, saunas, steam rooms, and swimming for 24 hours
No direct sun exposure or tanning beds for 24-48 hours
Apply aloe vera gel or a soothing cream if redness occurs
Avoid exfoliating products and retinoids for 48 hours
Do not apply perfumed products to the area for 24 hours
Moisturize the area gently after 24 hours
Book your next appointment in 3-4 weeks for maintenance
EYEBROW TINTING
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Known allergies to hair dye or tinting products
Eye infections or conjunctivitis
Cuts, scratches, or open wounds near the brows
Skin irritation, eczema, or psoriasis in the area
Recent eyebrow waxing (wait 24-48 hours)
Extremely sensitive skin
Recent eye surgery (consult your doctor first)
Contact lens wearers should remove lenses before treatment
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (consult with therapist as some may not treat)
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
A patch test is required 24-48 hours before your first appointment
Arrive with clean brows, free from makeup or oils
Do not tweeze or wax brows on the day of tinting
Inform your therapist of any allergies or sensitivities
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before treatment
Avoid using retinol or exfoliating products on brows 24 hours prior
Discuss your desired shade with your therapist
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Avoid getting brows wet for 12-24 hours
No oil-based cleansers or makeup removers on brows for 24 hours
Avoid excessive sweating, saunas, and steam rooms for 24 hours
No swimming (especially chlorinated pools) for 24-48 hours
Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for 24 hours
Do not exfoliate the brow area for 48 hours
Tint will last 3-6 weeks depending on hair growth and skin care routine
Oil-based products will fade the tint faster
Book your next tint in 4-6 weeks
HYBRID BROW TINT
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Known allergies to hair dye or henna products
Eye infections or conjunctivitis
Cuts, scratches, or open wounds near the brows
Skin irritation, eczema, or psoriasis in the area
Recent eyebrow waxing (wait 24-48 hours)
Extremely sensitive skin
Recent eye surgery (consult your doctor first)
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (consult with therapist)
Active acne or inflamed skin in the brow area
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
A patch test is required 24-48 hours before your first appointment
Arrive with clean, makeup-free brows
Brows should be shaped prior to tinting or book a combination service
Avoid retinol and exfoliating products on brows for 24-48 hours prior
Do not apply oils or heavy moisturizers to brows on the day
Discuss your desired color and intensity with your therapist
Remove contact lenses if applicable
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Keep brows completely dry for 24 hours (no water, cleansers, or sweating)
Avoid oil-based products on brows as they will fade the tint faster
No exfoliating, retinol, or active skincare on brows for 48 hours
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, and swimming for 24-48 hours
No direct sun exposure or tanning beds for 24 hours
Pat brows dry gently after getting wet (after 24 hours)
Use a gentle, water-based cleanser around the area
The skin stain will last 1-2 weeks, hair tint lasts 4-6 weeks
Book your next hybrid tint in 4-6 weeks
BROW LAMINATION
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Allergies to keratin or perm solutions
Very thin, weak, or over-processed brow hairs
Recent eyebrow tinting (wait 48 hours before lamination)
Skin conditions affecting the brow area (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis)
Cuts, wounds, or infections in the treatment area
Eye infections or conjunctivitis
Recent eye surgery (wait 6-8 weeks)
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (consult with therapist)
Alopecia or hair loss conditions
Chemotherapy or radiation treatment
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
A patch test is required 24-48 hours before first treatment
Arrive with clean, product-free brows
Brows should be at least 4mm long for best results
Avoid retinol, AHAs, or exfoliating products 48 hours before
Do not tweeze or thread brows on the day of treatment
Remove contact lenses before the service
Inform therapist of any allergies or sensitivities
Tinting can be done after lamination in the same appointment
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Keep brows completely dry for 24 hours (critical for results)
No makeup, oils, or products on brows for 24 hours
Avoid touching, rubbing, or sleeping on brows for 24 hours
No saunas, steam rooms, swimming, or excessive sweating for 24-48 hours
Avoid retinol and exfoliating products for 48 hours
After 24 hours, brush brows daily with a clean spoolie
Use a nourishing brow serum or oil after 48 hours to maintain condition
Results last 6-8 weeks
Book your next lamination in 6-8 weeks (do not repeat sooner)
K-BOMB BROW LAMINATION
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Allergies to keratin, perm solutions, or lamination products
Very thin, weak, damaged, or over-processed brow hairs
Recent eyebrow tinting (wait 48 hours)
Skin conditions affecting the brow area (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis)
Cuts, wounds, or infections in the treatment area
Eye infections or conjunctivitis
Recent eye surgery (wait 6-8 weeks)
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (consult with therapist)
Alopecia or significant hair loss
Active skin inflammation or sunburn
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
A patch test is required 24-48 hours before first treatment
Arrive with clean, makeup-free brows
Brows should be at least 4mm in length for optimal results
Avoid retinol, AHAs, BHAs, or chemical exfoliants for 48 hours prior
Do not tweeze, thread, or wax brows on treatment day
Remove contact lenses before service
Discuss your desired brow shape and style with your therapist
Inform therapist of all allergies and current skincare routine
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Keep brows completely dry for 24 hours (no water, cleansers, or steam)
No makeup or products applied to brows for 24 hours
Avoid touching, rubbing, or applying pressure to brows for 24 hours
Sleep on your back to avoid crushing brow hairs for the first night
No saunas, steam rooms, swimming pools, or hot yoga for 48 hours
Avoid retinol and active exfoliants for 48 hours
After 24 hours, brush brows upward daily with a clean spoolie
Apply a nourishing brow oil or serum after 48 hours to maintain hair health
Results typically last 6-8 weeks
Rebook in 6-8 weeks (do not laminate more frequently)
EYELASH TINTING
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Known allergies to eyelash tint or dye products
Eye infections, conjunctivitis, or styes
Recent eye surgery or laser eye treatment (wait 6-8 weeks)
Watery or very sensitive eyes
Contact lens wearers must remove lenses before treatment
Cuts, scratches, or irritation around the eye area
Alopecia affecting lashes
Trichotillomania (compulsive lash pulling)
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (some therapists may not treat)
Chemotherapy patients (consult your doctor)
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
A patch test is required 24-48 hours before your first appointment
Arrive with clean lashes, completely free from mascara and makeup
Remove contact lenses before treatment
Do not use eyelash curlers on the day of treatment
Inform your therapist of any eye sensitivities or allergies
Remove all eye makeup thoroughly the night before
Avoid oil-based products around eyes on treatment day
Discuss your desired tint shade with your therapist
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Avoid getting lashes wet for 12-24 hours
No mascara or eye makeup for 24 hours
Avoid oil-based makeup removers and cleansers for 24-48 hours
No swimming, saunas, or steam rooms for 24 hours
Avoid rubbing or touching the eye area
Use water-based or micellar cleansers around the eyes
Tint will last 3-5 weeks depending on lash growth cycle
Oil-based products will fade the tint faster
Book your next tint in 4-6 weeks
LASH BOMB LASH LIFT
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Allergies to lash lift solutions, keratin, or perm products
Very short lashes (under 4mm in length)
Weak, damaged, or brittle lashes
Eye infections, conjunctivitis, or styes
Recent eye surgery (wait at least 6-8 weeks)
Watery or extremely sensitive eyes
Alopecia affecting the lashes
Chemotherapy or radiation treatment
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (consult with therapist)
Recent lash extensions (must be removed first)
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
A patch test is required 24-48 hours before first treatment
Arrive with completely clean lashes, free from all makeup and oils
Remove all mascara, eyeliner, and eye makeup thoroughly beforehand
Remove contact lenses before the service
Do not use eyelash curlers for 48 hours prior
Lashes should be at least 4mm long for best results
Avoid oil-based products around eyes for 24 hours before
Tinting can be added to the service for enhanced results
Inform your therapist of any sensitivities or concerns
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Keep lashes completely dry for 24 hours (critical for setting the lift)
No mascara, eye makeup, or products on lashes for 24 hours
Avoid steam, saunas, swimming, and hot showers for 24-48 hours
Do not rub, touch, or sleep face-down for 24 hours
Avoid oil-based cleansers and makeup removers for 48 hours
Do not use eyelash curlers (they're no longer needed!)
After 24 hours, brush lashes daily with a clean spoolie
Use a lash conditioning serum after 48 hours to nourish lashes
Results last 6-8 weeks depending on natural lash cycle
Rebook your lash lift in 6-8 weeks (do not repeat more frequently)
K-BOMB KOREAN LASH LIFTING
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Allergies to lash lift solutions, keratin treatments, or chemical products
Very short lashes (under 4mm) or sparse lashes
Damaged, weak, or over-processed lashes
Eye infections, conjunctivitis, styes, or blepharitis
Recent eye surgery or laser treatment (wait 6-8 weeks minimum)
Extremely watery or sensitive eyes
Alopecia or lash loss conditions
Trichotillomania (compulsive lash pulling)
Chemotherapy or radiation therapy
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (consult therapist)
Currently wearing lash extensions (must be professionally removed first)
PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE
A patch test is required 24-48 hours before your first treatment
Arrive with completely clean, makeup-free lashes
Remove all mascara, eyeliner, and eye products thoroughly
Remove contact lenses before treatment begins
Avoid using eyelash curlers for 48 hours prior to appointment
Natural lashes should be at least 4mm long for optimal lift
Avoid oil-based products near the eyes for 24 hours before
Do not apply any lash serums on the day of treatment
Discuss your desired lift style and curl preference with your therapist
Lash tinting can be added for enhanced definition
AFTERCARE ADVICE
Keep lashes completely dry for 24 hours (essential for lift to set properly)
No mascara, eye makeup, or skincare products on lashes for 24 hours
Avoid steam rooms, saunas, hot showers, and swimming for 24-48 hours
Do not rub eyes or sleep face-down for at least 24 hours
Avoid oil-based cleansers, makeup removers, and eye creams for 48 hours
Never use mechanical eyelash curlers after a lash lift
After 24 hours, gently brush lashes upward daily with a clean spoolie
Apply a nourishing lash serum or conditioner after 48 hours
Use only water-based or oil-free mascara when you resume wearing it
Results typically last 6-8 weeks based on your natural lash growth cycle
Book your next K-Bomb lash lift in 6-8 weeks (do not over-process)
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