SMP AFTERCARE

To allow for best results please follow our guidelines to ensure optimal healing (applicable across all sessions):

1. First few days you might experience swelling and/or redness. This is normal and will subside on its own as long as you avoid further trauma.

2. The first 7 days after treatment are the most crucial; avoid:

   • direct sunlight (wear a loose fitting, clean hat for protection)

   • sweating (can cause infections in the worked on skin)

   • getting the head wet

   • hair products (gels, sprays, etc.)

   • excessive alchohol (can delay the body’s natural healing process)

3. Showers are fine, but a clean shower cap is required!

4. Do not rub, scratch, or pick the treated area while it is healing. Loss of color and/or infection can occur.

5. Extreme sun and exposure over the years can and will fade your treatment. This can be minimized by using a strong sunscreen, at least SPF 50. In fact, sunscreen is recommended once healed.

6. Your treatment should fully heal in 2-4 weeks. Consult a physician if any signs or symptoms develop such as the following: redness at site, green/yellow discharge (foul smelling), and/or fever.

7. Past the first week after each session, a daily mild moisturizer is highly recommended.

If you have any other questions or concerns, reach out to either your SMP artist or contact the shop.