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It is also a benefit for clients who have naturally pale
lips, an uneven lip line, discoloration and scarring, or
aren't interested in daily lipstick application. However,
lip blushing does have some contraindications, and those
with conditions that can prevent proper healing, such as
uncontrolled diabetes, autoimmune diseases, and ongoing
chemotherapy, should avoid permanent makeup like lip
blushing.
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Additionally, clients with a history of cold sores
should proceed with caution and take a course of antivirals
before and while healing to prevent an outbreak. Clients on
blood thinners and with a history of keloid or hypertrophic
scarring may also be contraindicated. This list is not
all-inclusive and performing a thorough consultation
complete with a signed informed consent is necessary even
if the client appears to be in good health.
Notes
1. Louise Prance-Miles, GlobalCosmeticNews.com, "Goodbye Lipstick Effect, Hello
Mascara Index—How COVID-19 May Have Changed the Beauty Landscape for
Good," May 29, 2020, www.globalcosmeticsnews.com/goodbye-lipstick-effect-hello-
mascara-index-how-covid-19-may-have-changed-the-beauty-landscape-for-good.
2. PMU Hub, "This is Why Aquarelle Lips are Getting So Famous!," March 11, 2020,
www.pmuhub.com/this-is-why-aquarelle-lips-are-getting-so-famous.
3. Microblading LA, "Learn More About Lip Blush," accessed May 2021, microbladingla.
com/learn-more-about-lip-blush.
4. PMU Hub, "This is Why Aquarelle Lips are Getting So Famous!"
5. LorealParisUSA.com, "What is Lip Blushing?," accessed May 2021, www.loreal
parisusa.com/beauty-magazine/makeup/lip-makeup/lip-blushing-tattoo.aspx.
6. American Academy of Dermatology, "Caring for Tattooed Skin," accessed May 2021.
www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/tattoos/caring-for-tattooed-skin.
7. PMU Hub, "This is Why Aquarelle Lips are Getting So Famous!"
Liability Insurance
Professional liability insurance for lip blushing protects you in case a client sues. ASCP members have
access to optional Advanced Modality Insurance coverage that protects you and your esthetics practice
if you perform permanent makeup procedures or other advanced modalities like microblading and
microneedling. More information about advanced modality coverage, including the steps for applying,
is available at ascpskincare.com/ami. Pricing for lip blushing ranges from $572 to $667 for the year, and
you can bundle that coverage with other advanced modalities to save more.
If you can answer yes to the following three questions, you may be eligible for Advanced Modality
Insurance coverage:
• Do I have proof of advanced training with hands-on experience?
• Am I practicing these modalities within the scope of practice authorized by the state in which
I work?
• Am I an ASCP member, or do I plan to be?
Learn more about ASCP's Advanced Modality Insurance program for members at ascpskincare.com/ami.
ADVANCED MODALITIES
Using a single needle and
a permanent makeup
device, the technician
applies layers of pigment
into the lips until the desired
outcome is achieved.
check out this
lip blushing video
1. Open your camera
2. Scan the code
3. Tap on notification
4. Enjoy!
