Aftercare
Why Aftercare?
We believe the effect(s) of treatment(s) and it’s quality is not achieved just in the salon but also depends on the way you take care after leaving the salon. For best and long lasting results we recommend you to follow the aftercare advice after leaving the salon.
You can easily avoid nail chippings, wax burns, henna fades and any unsatisfactory results by following these simple steps.
Our aftercare is designed with the combination of industry standards, regular life styles & professional experience. You might find each section is widely elaborated and it is intentionally compiled in such a way to give you as much as possible information and care without cutting corners.
Nails Aftercare
- Apply cuticle oil to the nail area at least twice daily, for healthy and nourished nails. moisturized, flexible and nourished.
- Use a moisturising cream or lotion regularly, preferably after each time you wash your hands.
- Wear suitable gloves when your nails get in contact with detergents or solvents.
- Avoid using your nails as tools, don’t use nails to open letters, prise off lids etc.,
- Avoid intense heat for 24 hours after application – no sauna or sunbed as it may cause heat spikes on your nails.
- Don’t bite or pick your nail enhancements, this can lead to weakening or breakage and can cause damage and thinning to your natural nails.
- If you notice any lifting, refrain from pulling or picking at it. Instead, promptly schedule an appointment with our Nail Technician for repair.
- Watch out for things like drawers and cupboard doors – these can easily catch and break a nail enhancement. Be careful with things like ring-pulls; don’t use the nail tips to pull laundry out of a basket or to flick switches. Your nail enhancements are not tools.
- If you need to remove your nail enamel or extensions, then book with us for a professional soak off. Our technicians can remove it without damaging your nail plate, using a special product remover.
- If you were in for removal then please ensure you wash your hands thoroughly with soap and running water. Do not consume any food without washing hands after the treatment.
- Lastly, pamper yourself and leave heavy chores to the professionals (your man :)) and take extra care for your nails by ensuring regular appointments.
Eyelashes Aftercare
- Do not allow water to get in contact with the extensions for the first 2 hours.
- For 48 hours from the time of treatment, do not steam your face, swim or use a sauna and avoid hot water bath / shower.
- Do not use any make up remover, as this will affect the bonding of lashes
- Use only water-based smear proof mascara on the lashes, which is oil free and smudge free.
- Do not perm lash extensions or tint the lashes.
- Do not blindfold your eyes with eye mask during travel or at night to avoid lights, this may overlap, curl or break you extensions.
- Never pull off the eyelash extensions as this may pull out your natural eyelashes.
- Do not use an eyelash curler as it could break the lash bond.
- Do not rub eyes or lashes when washing the face. Always pat dry lashes after cleansing.
- Do not allow shower water to hit the eyelashes directly Be gentle with the lash extensions, avoid tugging and getting them caught on clothes and towels.
Henna Aftercare
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- For the next 24 hours, avoid any heat treatments, tanning, saunas swimming or sunbathing, as this can cause the henna colour to fade off.
- For the next 24 hours, avoid brow make-up or any other cosmetics getting in contact on the treated brows.
- Brows should be allowed to air dry for the first two hours- no water, soap or anything else. They NEED oxygen to fix on the skin.
- To protect the eyebrows you can apply a little castor oil (before you come into contact with water). Castor oil is available for retail.
- Do not rub or wipe the eyebrows with towel.
- Make up remover can cause the henna to fade quicker.
- Avoid oil based products on the treated area.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to sun / UV light, they can change or fade the colour of henna.
Waxing Aftercare
Waxing is one of the most common treatment sometimes have not given enough aftercare. It can be susceptible to burns and heat patches especially during hot weathers with in the city or at your holidays. Most of these problems can be easily avoided with the aftercare tips below.
Waxing is not recommended if your skin is too sensitive or if you are suffering from any health conditions or using any medication that will affect your skin.
- Avoid direct exposure to heat or sunlight for at least 4-5 hrs.
- Avoid hot showers / baths for at least 3 hrs. Your treated area can be tender.
- Do not scratch or scrub the treated area.
- Avoid tight clothes, the treated area needs some fresh air for at least 3 hours.
- Avoid chlorinated water contact like swimming pools for at least 4 hrs.
- Use moisturising cream or baby oil to soothe the area.
- Leave sufficient gap between previous and next treatment at least 3-4 weeks.
- Repetitive treatments can cause burns and patches without being exposed to any of the care tips mentioned above.
Tip:If your skin in sensitive, inform the therapist before getting the treatment done. We can reduce the wax heat although only to a permitted level.
Threading Aftercare
When you feel it is bit nippy or causing redness, this is common occurrence especially when your skin is sensitive or if you are having this treatment for the first time. The treatment will leave your pores open for at least 2 to 3 hrs, this is common and nothing to worry, you can avoid most discomforts with this aftercare advice
- Avoid scratching the treated surface when you feel itchiness.
- Use ice cubes if you feel the treated area is red
- Do not scratch or scrub the treated area.
- Use moisturiser or aloe vera gel to soothe the treated area
- Do not exfoliate for at least 24 hrs from the treatment time.
- Use moisturising cream or baby oil to soothe the area.
- Leave sufficient gap between previous and next treatment at least 3-4 weeks.
TIP: If your skin in sensitive, inform the therapist before getting the treatment done.
