What action should be avoided after the initial procedure?

• A. Avoid direct contact with the treated area
• B. Apply cosmetics on surrounding skin
• C. Apply cosmetics over treatment area
• D. Expose to extreme cold

Answer: (C)

After the procedure, the treated area is left as a fresh wound and needs to heal without being occluded. Applying cosmetics directly over the treated area traps moisture and bacteria, which can lead to infection, slower healing, and potential distortion of the pigment as it settles. Keeping the area clean and exposed to air during the initial healing period supports proper integration of the pigment and minimizes complications. You can still apply makeup to surrounding skin, but not over the treated zone.

The other options aren’t as directly harmful to the healing process: you should avoid harsh rubbing or irritants on the area, but light contact with clean hands is usually okay; cosmetics around the area are fine as long as they don’t cover the wound; and while extreme temperatures should be avoided during healing, the most immediate concern is not applying makeup over the treated area.