Permanent Lip Makeup: Is It Safe?
If you’re considering lip blush but find yourself Googling things like “is permanent lip makeup safe?” or “is lip blush bad for you?” — you’re not alone.
In this post, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to feel confident before booking, including:
What makes lip blush safe or unsafe
When not to get it
What safety practices I follow in my Marylebone studio
How to make sure you choose the right artist
✅ Is Lip Blush Safe?
Yes — lip blush is safe when done by a trained, certified, and hygienic professional using approved pigments and sterile equipment.
That said, not all technicians or pigments are equal.
What makes a treatment safe comes down to:
Tools used
Experience of the artist
Sterilisation protocols
Your individual health status
🧼 What Makes Lip Blush Unsafe?
Let’s be clear: when lip blush goes wrong, it’s usually because of one or more of the following:
❌ Using tattoo ink instead of PMU pigment
❌ Poor hygiene / unsterilised tools
❌ Overworking the skin (can cause scarring or poor healing)
❌ No medical screening or patch test
❌ Performing it on unsuitable candidates (e.g. pregnant, skin conditions)
💉 What I Do to Keep You Safe
At Natural Lip Blush in Marylebone, your safety is everything. My protocols include:
Single-use needles & disposable setup for every client
Medical-grade gloves, barrier film, and sanitised work surfaces
EU-certified, REACH-compliant pigments — no tattoo ink
In-depth consultation & patch test before your appointment
Strict no-treatment policy for:
Pregnant or breastfeeding clients
Active cold sores
Certain skin conditions or medications (we’ll go through this together)
🤰 Can I Get Lip Blush if I’m Pregnant or Breastfeeding?
No — lip blush is not recommended while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Why?
Your immune system is more sensitive
Pigment retention may be unpredictable
You can’t take antiviral medication or antibiotics if needed
There’s no safe way to test how it might affect baby
📌 I recommend waiting until at least 3 months postpartum and after you've finished breastfeeding before booking.
🔎 How to Check If Your Artist Is Safe & Legit
Before you let anyone near your face with a needle, check that they:
✔️ Have insurance + council-approved license
✔️ Use approved PMU pigments (not tattoo ink)
✔️ Show healed results and real client work
✔️ Conduct patch tests + consultations
✔️ Operate from a clean, professional space
⚖️ Is Lip Blush Regulated in the UK?
Yes — in the UK, cosmetic tattooing (including lip blush) must be licensed by the local council. Artists are legally required to follow strict health & hygiene rules.
I’m fully licensed and insured to carry out PMU treatments, and I work from a registered private studio in Marylebone.
💬 FAQs – Lip Blush Safety
Q: Will I get an allergic reaction to lip blush?
Reactions are rare, but I always conduct a patch test before treatment. I only use hypoallergenic pigments from trusted brands.
Q: What if I get cold sores?
If you’ve had them before, I’ll guide you on antiviral medication to prevent an outbreak. Cold sores can affect healing if not managed.
Q: Can lip blush damage my natural lips?
No — not when done properly. I use a soft, controlled technique to implant pigment gently. Your natural lip structure stays fully intact.
💌 Your Safety Is My Top Priority
This is your face — and you deserve an artist who treats it with the care, knowledge, and precision it deserves.
🗓️ Book your lip blush consultation now
📍 Visit me in Marylebone for luxury PMU artistry with zero compromise on safety
📸 See real healed client results here
