FAQ

- Avoid fish oil tablets 1 week prior to the procedure

- If you are planning to get botox, it should be done 2 weeks before or after procedure

- Avoid getting your face burnt prior to the treatment

- No waxing, tinting, plucking, tanning 3 days prior to the treatment

-Strictly no spray tan on your face prior to treatment

-No chemical peels/facials 2 weeks prior

- If possible, please come with a fresh face as makeup will be removed around the brow area.

- Please draw your brows on if you have a desired look/save photos of my work that you like. Please make sure you read the following instructions to assure the best results for your procedure. It is very important to refrain from all alcohol, aspirin, or aspirin products, such as blood thinners.

-Please refrain from Ibuprofen and Aleve for 24 hours prior to your appointment.

-The only product for aches and pain that will not make you bleed is Tylenol.

-Also refrain from Vitamin E and fish oil capsules for 7 days prior to your application.

-All of these make you bleed excessively. Excessive bleeding during the procedure will negatively affect the longevity of your semi-permanent makeup application. In some cases, the application will need to be prematurely stopped.

-Please avoid energy drinks & coffee for up to 24 hours prior to your appointment. Not having caffeine in your system will help you to relax much more easily, as well as help to relax the facial muscles in the areas we will be working on.

WHAT IS MICROBLADING

Microblading is a manual method of implanting pigment in hair-like strokes in the epidermis to create the look of fuller brows. This form of tattooing is the newest trend in Semi-Permanent Makeup. The natural-looking results are achieved with a sharp, hand-held manual blade made up of 7+ micro needles. Instead of outlining and completely filling in the outline of your brows with color, Microblading actually allows for the placement of hair strokes into the skin. Whereas traditional tattooing uses needles on a rotary/coil machine to push ink 7 layers deep into the skin, Microblading uses a manual blade and only targets 3 layers of skin. Because the pigment sits so superficially in the skin the strokes are sharp, crisp, and they mimic the look of real hair!

MICROSHADING VS MICROBLADING: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

This amazing technique is considered permanent, because it enters the dermal layer of the skin. The main difference between microblading and microshading is that the microblading technique gives a simulated hair affect, whereas the Microshading Ombre technique makes it appear as though you have powder filled eyebrows, similar to the look achieved with makeup.

Another great benefit of Microshading technique is that it last longer than Microblading. The average lasting of Eyebrow Shading is 1-2 years, depending on different factors such as skin type and lifestyle.

HOW LONG DOES THE APPOINTMENT LAST?

Typically 2 hours. The majority of the appointment is spent getting your brows shaped, answering all of your questions, mapping and drawing your brow shape, deciding on color and discussing aftercare.

YOU CANNOT RECEIVE PERMANENT COSMETICS IF :

  • You are under 18

  • You get Keloid scars (consult your doctor)

  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding

  • You have been on Accutane within 1 year

  • You have chronic skin conditions and irritation on the area of any kind such as blemishes, pimples, rash, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, or sunburn on the area of procedure.

  • You are on Retin-A or Retinols. Be off 30 days before appointment and avoid 30 days after procedure.

  • Diabetic (consult your doctor)

  • Have HIV or Hepatitis or any other viral infections and/or diseases

  • Undergoing Chemotherapy (consult your doctor)

  • Epilepsy (consult your doctor)

  • A Pacemaker or major heart problems (consult your doctor)

  • Had an Organ transplant (consult your doctor)

  • You are on any medications that may affect the condition of your skin and how it responds to blood clotting and healing.

  • You have unhealthy skin, generally don’t heal well and develop infections easily.

  • If your old tattoo is too dark (please send a picture to determine if we are able to do a cover-up or if removal is necessary).

DOES THE APPLICATION HURT?
Pain threshold levels vary from person to person, but most clients find the procedure to be pain manageable. A topical anesthetic gel is used during the procedure.

Note — pain is considerably increased two days prior to the start of your menstrual cycle and for the first three days of your menstrual cycle.

WILL I STILL NEED TO WEAR BROW MAKE UP ?

Depending on your desired look, however most people no longer wear brow make-up once they have microblading and microshading. Permanent make up is meant to enhance your natural brows, so if you prefer a dramatic filled-in look, then YES, you will still need make-up to achieve that.

FACTORS THAT WILL CAUSE MICROBLADED BROWS TO FADE FASTER:

  • Age

  • Skin type (oily skin fade faster, dry skin retains more pigment)

  • Anti-aging skincare products on the brows (retinol will exfoliate skin and cause more fading)Sun exposure

  • Exposure to chlorine and/or salt water

  • Exfoliants

  • PostCare & AfterCare (7 day healing process is imperative that you follow the directions precisely)

DOES EVERYONE NEED A 6-8 WEEK TOUCH UP?

Microblading and microshading brows is considered a two-step procedure, everyone will need a touch-up.