If you are reading this, you have taken your first step to achieving your perfect brows, and I’m sure you have so many questions to ask. I understand how important it is that you do your research when choosing to have a permanent makeup procedure, so I decided to help take the stress out of it for you. Here is a list of frequently asked questions and my responses. So grab yourself a cup of tea and take some time to have a good read through all of this information. If I have missed anything, please feel free to ask any more questions. I hope you enjoy the read and look forward to hearing from you.
Microblading can last up to 1 year or longer depending on the individuals care, skin type and lifestyle. Clients come in to be touched up as soon as one year to keep the brows in tip top shape.
You may experience slight discomfort during the first pass which takes about 2-3 minutes. (Nothing unbearable). Once we achieve the outline I will then apply a second numbing making the rest of the procedure virtually painless.
The initial healing period is 7-10 days. The complete healing process takes between 6-8 weeks. There are a few factors that determine how your body heals such as age, skin type, and lifestyle.You may return to work or doing daily activities immediately after as long as you are following the proper after care instructions.
The complete healing process takes about 6-8 weeks, at which time the true color of the microblading is evident. During this process, your tattoo will soften and lighten. Be patient, even if you think too much color has been lost, as your skin is still regenerating and it is only after 6 weeks that your touch-up/adjustments can be done.
Immediately following your procedure, the tattooed area will appear to be darker and bolder in color. This can last up to a week after treatment while the initial healing process takes place.
Please plan on being at our office 1-2 hours.
Redness is minimal with most clients, and will subside within a few hours.
Your brow shape will be determined using measurements on the brow bone & your facial features. These measurements will be used as a guide, once the shape is drawn out and approved by you, we will then begin your Microblading procedure.
You may want to consider and different form of permanent make up if you are or have the following:
Pregnant or nursing
History of Keloids or Hypertrophic scarring
Diabetic (require doctor’s clearance)
Chemotherapy (consult your doctor)
Viral infections and/or diseases
Epilepsy
Pacemaker or major heart problems
Organ transplant
Skin irritations or Psoriasis near the treated area (rashes, sunburn, acne, etc.)
Sick (cold, flu, etc.)
Botox in the past 2 months
Accutane in the past year
Heart conditions
Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure
Poor general health.
Please refrain from taking blood thinning medication including Aspirin and Vitamins such as Fish Oil for at least 3-5 days before procedure.
Microblading is NOT recommended for someone who is prone to keloiding, diabetic or pregnant.
Prospective clients must not have taken anything with Accutane for 6 months and Taxanac or Retin-A for at least 2-3 weeks.
Avoid taking antibiotics for at least a week before procedure, if you are currently on antibiotics please schedule an appointment at least 1-2 weeks after your last pill to protect yourself from complications during the procedure.
Refrain from Botox or fillers in the brow and forehead area for at least 2-3 weeks before procedure.
Please advise me if you have had any LASIK or Glaucoma procedures.
Avoid alcohol for 24-48 hours prior to your appointment.
Please arrive with a clean face - free of makeup, moisturizer, and other skin products to ensure the best results possible.
After the procedure, the area treated will be darker and more intense. This will last a few days until the skin heals and peels and naturally exfoliates and the true color emerges. During the healing process, you may develop dry, or flaky and itchy skin around the treated area. This is completely normal. It is important not to rub, pick or scratch this area.
It is also important to note that even with proper aftercare, your brows can result in patches or fading spots. This is also completely normal as your body is trying to recover and reject this foreign object from your face. Your 6-8 week complimentary touch up is intended to replace any hair stokes lost during this initial healing process.
Here are some aftercare instructions on how to take care of your fresh new brows so that you may reap the maximum results.
No touching. You do not want to get any potential bacteria that may be on your hands or fingers to get into your healing brows. This could cause potential infection. Blot every hour with a cotton swab for the next 24 hours to remove lymph fluid and to help prevent scabbing.
Do not wet for 7 days, please wash your face carefully around the eyebrow without getting water on the treated area. If you feel dust or discomfort on the treated area, wipe it gently with alcohol wipe.
No rubbing or picking the treated area. As your new brows heal, you may notice some flaking of your skin. This is completely normal. Picking at your newly treated brows may result is unwanted gaps that may have otherwise not happened.
For (Dry Skin Type) the first 7 days, keep a thin layer of ointment on your brows to keep them moist. Use a clean Q-Tip to apply as fingers may have bacteria that could cause infection. Once or twice a day should suffice.
Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, tanning beds, excessive sweating, and makeup in the brow area for at least 10 days. If you have to be in the sun, please wear a cap to protect your new brows. Following the first 10 days SPF is important for the longevity your micropigmentation.
You may also experience itchiness in the brows after the 10 days for up to 2 months due to the healing process of the dermal layer.
You may experience redness however this will subside within a few hours. DO NOT expect your brow tattoos to heal perfectly after the first session. This can be a 2 step process. It takes time. BE PATIENT during your 10 day healing process your brows will change and appear different from day to day.
The pigment in the brow area will appear darker than the initial color of the first day. This is due to oxidation of the pigment and is a normal occurrence.
The skin in the brow area will begin to scab. You should continue use of the aftercare cream you were given at the time of your appointment.
The skin in the brow area will continue to scab and eventually shed. It is of utmost importance that you do not pick the scabbing prematurely. This could cause pigment to life prematurely and/or cause scarring to the service area.
The crust should have completely shed and the pigment behind may look very faint. DO NOT WORRY!! The color will return gradually in the days to come.
Day 10-14
Your brows are healed externally! You may continue resume washing and makeup in the brow area. As a precaution, you should never chemical peer and/or exfoliate directly over the brows, however your normal skin routine may resume.
Post Day 14
*Your brow tattoo will take up to 4 weeks (28 days) to fully heal underneath the skin. Color will continue to change on a daily basis until all healing is complete at the 4 week mark.
*You may experience itchiness in the brows after the 10 days for up to 2 months due to the healing process of the dermal layer.