Review contraindications for each service to make informed decisions.
PERMANENT MAKEUP (BROWS & LIPS)
ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding – hormonal changes may affect healing and pigment retention; safety for the baby is not guaranteed.
• Active oncology – immune suppression and risk of complications.
• Decompensated chronic diseases – the body is not stable enough for trauma or healing.
• Epilepsy – risk of seizures triggered by stress or pain.
• Type 1 diabetes with complications – impaired healing, higher infection risk.
• Blood clotting disorders – bleeding may expel pigment and complicate healing.
• HIV / Hepatitis B or C – risk of infection transmission and poor healing.
• Allergies to lidocaine, pigments, anesthetics – risk of severe reactions.
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Herpes (especially for lip PMU) – antiviral prophylaxis is required.
• Menstruation – increased sensitivity and discomfort.
• Recent chemical peels or laser treatments – wait at least 2 weeks.
• Botox or fillers in the area – wait minimum 4 weeks to avoid distortion.
• Active dermatitis or acne in the treatment area – may affect results.
• Psychological unpreparedness / unrealistic expectations – procedure not recommended.
LASH EXTENSION
ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Allergy to adhesive (ethyl cyanoacrylate) – risk of swelling, redness, eye injury.
• Eye infections (conjunctivitis, styes, blepharitis, herpes) – contagious and sensitive area.
• Trichotillomania – self-hair-pulling may distort results.
• Post-operative eye surgery (< 6 months) – healing period not complete.
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Eye sensitivity or heavy tearing – glue may not bond well.
• Recent permanent eyeliner (< 10 days) – increased sensitivity.
• Wearing contact lenses – must be removed during the procedure.
• Allergy-prone clients – patch test recommended.
LASH LIFT & TINT
ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Allergy to product components – risk of swelling or rash.
• Eye infections – risk of spreading or worsening infection.
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Pregnancy / lactation – hormonal shifts may affect lash curl longevity.
• Recent eye surgery – wait until fully healed.
• Fragile or damaged lashes – may cause breakage.
• Wearing contacts – should be removed before treatment.
BROW LAMINATION
ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Allergy to lamination chemicals – risk of skin irritation.
• Dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis in brow area – sensitive and compromised skin.
• Extremely thin or reactive skin – prone to damage.
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding – altered skin reactivity.
• Recent microblading/tattoo (< 4 weeks) – allow full healing.
• Recent chemical peels, retinol use – avoid for at least 7 days.
BROW TINT
ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Allergy to dye or developer – risk of allergic reaction.
• Broken or inflamed skin in brow area – risk of worsening condition.
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Recent laser, peel, or retinoid use – wait at least 1 week.
• Pregnancy – patch test required.
• Allergy-prone or pigmentation-prone skin – proceed with caution.
BROW SHAPING (TWEEZING & WAXING)
ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Dermatitis or open wounds – risk of irritation or infection.
• Viral skin infections – avoid until resolved.
• Use of retinoids (topical/oral) – stop 7–14 days before waxing.
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Highly sensitive skin – risk of redness or irritation.
• Sunburn – waxing can further damage affected skin.
• Low pain tolerance – discomfort may be higher.
FACIAL WAXING
ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Severe acne (Grade 3–4) – waxing can aggravate skin.
• Herpes, eczema, psoriasis – risk of flare-ups.
• Retinoid use (Accutane, Tretinoin) – minimum 6-month break required.
• Wax allergies – skin test recommended.
RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS:
• Visible capillaries or rosacea – skin may react with redness.
• Post-peel recovery period – wait 2–3 weeks.
• Sunburn or recent tan – wax may burn compromised skin.
YOUR SAFETY MATTERS MOST
At OKKO Studio, your health and well-being are always our top priority. To ensure every treatment is safe and effective, we kindly ask that you inform us of any medical conditions, allergies, recent procedures, or medications before your appointment.
Even minor details can affect how your skin or body reacts to a service. Full transparency allows us to tailor our approach and avoid any potential risks — because beauty should never come at the expense of your safety.
Thank you for trusting us with your care.