Eyebrow microblading is a semi-permanent Dermo-Pigmentation technique use to creating the illusion of fuller thicker eyebrows through the use if a manual tattooing technique. The process involves the application of detailed, fine lines on the eyebrow area that effectively mimic the natural color and fine hairs that form the eyebrow. First, a fine scalpel or blade is used to make fine, micro stroking incisions one by one on the skin in a shape and form that has been predetermined by the microblading specialist and the client. Next, ink, pigment or dye is placed, implanted on the area just below the epidermis (the most shallow part of the dermis) that effectively soaks into the tiny incisions, creating a realistic result.

The brow micro stroking tattoos are semi-permanent which means that while they won’t wash away easily, it is recommended not to get the eyebrow area wet for a couple of days after the procedure to ensure tat the ink has a chance to settle and that it remains for longer.

The most common everyday situation and the fast solution:

You are able to swim, play sports, go to the gym and continue with your daily activities without the risk of ruining your investment.

1. Poor vision or just cant see well to apply your makeup anymore.
2. Allergies to topical makeup or skin sensitivities.
3. An unsteady hand or poor motor skills due to Parkinson disease, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, or stroke survivors.
4. People with busy lifestyles and hectic work schedules who want to look their best all day long with out having to stop, check and re-apply their makeup due to smudging or smearing. Those of you whom after a busy day want to look great for your evening without having to do a thing.
5. People who enjoy activities like working out at the gym, yoga, swimming, boating, hiking, biking, tennis, camping, etc., that are concerned with their eyebrows or makeup coming off. Some people even avoid activities such as these because of that concern. Through permanent makeup, I can give you the personal freedom you need to go do the activities you enjoy.

Procedures

 The procedure should always be performed by a professional in hygienic environment using sterile instruments. Infection can result from not using clean and hygienic equipment. Bleeding can occur and it is best to take steps to minimize this by refraining from consuming alcohol or using and blood thinning medication at least 72 hours before the procedure. If medication is physician prescribed you will need a medical clearance. 

WHAT DOES THE HEALING PROCESS LOOK LIKE? Healing occurs gradually and smoothly. Within the first 3 days, the color will be more intense. On the 4th day, almost all of our clients notice only a gentle peeling. Very rarely do any of our clients have scabs and some just notice the pigment color gradually lightening.
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Within days, you will be able to see the final color, which in some cases, may present a loss of up to 50% of the pigment, however, results vary from person to person. These changes occur due to a significant increase in collagen and elastin production in the area.
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The outer layer of the skin heals within 5 to 7 days. The inner layers of the skin take longer, sometimes up to 45 days or more depending on the client's age and metabolism, however healing is not externally visible.

Before you book:

You know the state of your health better than anyone. If you have any medical issues that you feel might be a contraindication, then we suggest you get clearance from your doctor.

Not advised for microblading:

– Clients who have epilepsy, diabetes, hemophilia or a heart disease of any kind should have a physicians approval prior to any tattooing procedure.

– Clients who are pregnant or nursing – although there is no medical evidence that tattooing would have any effect on an unborn child, we don’t know for sure. We suggest that you err on the side of caution and come back after the baby is born and you are no longer nursing.

– Clients under 18 years of age.

– Clients on Accutane, Retin-A, or Topical steroids that thin the skin. Depending on the condition of your skin, it may be too fragile to undergo procedure. You should get clearance from your doctor before considering permanent make-up.

– Clients on prescription strength medication or undergoing treatments that affect the dermal layer of the skin 

– Clients on anticoagulants (blood thinners), long term use of aspirin, ibuprofen and some herbal medications. These medications may reduce clotting time resulting in increased bleeding and bruising. This could affect the implantation of pigment as well as increase the healing time.

– Clients who have an auto-immune disease should get clearance from your doctor before considering permanent make-up.

– Diabetic clients. If you are diabetic you are not a candidate for permanent make-up. Healing could be compromised and take longer than average. However, if your doctor feels that your condition is under control you may request a letter stating that you are able to undergo cosmetic tattooing.

– Clients who have glaucoma are not candidates for permanent eyeliner. Increased intra ocular pressure combined with pressure placed on the eye to apply eyeliner could be damaging. It is important to have this condition under control and/or refer to your physician for further consent to the application of eyeliner.

– Clients with blood disorders that affect clotting such as hemophilia, sickle cell anemia and platelet disorders could interfere with implantation of pigment, however it is possible to receive successful implantation of permanent cosmetics.

– Clients with mitral valve prolapse, artificial heart valves, or artificial joints or any person that requires prophylactic antibiotics before dental or other procedures will need to consult their physician for treatment prior to permanent make-up

– Clients with herpes simplex.  People who get fever blisters and/or cold sores may experience an outbreak after procedures. It’s imperative that you discuss the procedure with your physician before the procedure and receive proper instructions on how to prevent an outbreak post procedure. Most physicians will offer a prescription for Zovirax or Valtrex to take prior to and after procedure.

– Clients with a history of keloid or hypertrophic scarring. Persons with tendencies for this type of scarring have the same risk with tattoo.

– If there are any blemishes, pimples, active cold sores, irritation of the skin of any kind, moles or other skin imperfections in or around the area of the procedure, we will not be able to do the procedure until the blemish or area of concern is healed or removed.

You must wait if you’ve recently had:

– Eye surgery.  If you have had Lasik, cornea repair etc. You will need to wait at least 6 months before permanent makeup procedure on your eyes.

– Scars from surgery or injury must be healed for at least one year prior to service. 

– You must be off Retin-A or retinols 7 days prior to appointment and avoid using on or around the area for 30 days after. If used before 30 days, it can cause the pigments to fade prematurely.

– You must not have Botox 2 weeks before or 2 weeks after Microblading.

– You must not wax or tint 1 week prior to Microblading.

– No laser or chemical peels 1 month prior to Microblading

Strokes/combo eyebrows after care:

For 7 to 14 days following application of semi permanent cosmetics:

Applies to all clients: Do not touch the healing pigmented areas with your fingers, they may have bacteria on them and create an infection. During the first 24 hours, we ask the clients to not do anything to the eyebrows. Leaving the brows completely alone to allow skin to close. After 24 hours wash off the barrier cream that was placed at your appointment with warm water.  This will be the only time that you wash your brows, until scabbing is completely gone. No washing or oil during this time. You will experience some dryness and scabbing which is normal do not peel or pick. No make up on brows, tinting of brows, sun, soap, sauna, steam, exercise, Jacuzzi, swimming in chlorine or salt water pools or in the ocean for 7 to 14 days (until areas completely healed) post procedure and after all touchups. Do not traumatize or rub the procedure area while it is healing, pigment may be removed along with crusting tissue. No Oil, Neosporin, A&D ointment, Vaseline or Aquaphor. Understand that everyone skin is completely different. Your skin may reject the ink in certain places requiring you to get a touchup appointment after brows are fully healed. This is an additional cost based on the time frame. Additional touchups after initial procedure may be required to fully lock in pigment to certain areas of brows. No washing of the brows during the whole healing period of 7 to 14 days. 

DRY SKIN CLIENTS:

We still recommend a dry heal. Do nothing to the brows at all. If they are overly ashy or flaking and you absolutely must, you can apply:

• Grape Seed oil
• Sweet Almond oil
• Jojoba Oil
• Coconut oil-absorbs into the skin without build up

OILY SKIN CLIENTS:

Your aftercare is very simple, you are going to leave your brows alone for the next 7-14 days. No washing, no touching, no picking or pulling of dryness or scabs, and no applying of oils or lotions. Let everything heal on its own.

Following all of these aftercare instructions will yield the best results possible and increase the longevity of the pigment. ENJOY YOUR NEW BROWS!!!