MICROBLADING
The technique used for this permanent eyebrow service is known as microblading, microstroking, eyebrow embroidery or hair-stroke technique which mimics the look of your natural brows. The brow shape and color is customized to your preference and facial structure.
Results will last for 12-18 months.
Powder Brow/Ombre
The technique used for the powdered look mimics the look of traditional makeup with a brow pencil or shadow. The brow shape and color is customized to your preference and facial structure.
Results will last for 18-24 months.
YOUR APPOINTMENT
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After you arrive and fill out paperwork, your artist will pencil draw your brows by hand to get the shape, thickness, and arch to your liking. The artist will take into account your current brow shape, facial features, and your preference.
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With the approved outline, a topical numbing cream is applied to your brows for 5-20 minutes. While you are numbing your artist will consult with you on the appropriate brow color, taking into account your skin tone, skin type, and undertones. Your artist will track the final colors used for your touchup.
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The artist will then begin using a specially-made tool to delicately scratch the brow pigment into the skin, strand-by-strand. This technique is also known as Microblading. Pigment is applied into the brow design and strands become saturated with pigment mimicking the look of real hair. For Powder/Ombre brows, the artist will use a rotary or digital machine to delicately place the pigment into the skin. The entire treatment time is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours.
Please review the Pre-Procedure and After Care Instructions below for more information on how to properly care for your brows before and after the treatment.
The procedure is a two-step process and requires a follow-up appointment 6-8 weeks after your initial treatment to perfect your brows.
PRE-PROCEDURE
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Please come to your appointment without any makeup on.
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Do not work out 24 hours before the procedure.
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No alcohol or caffeine 24 hours before the procedure.
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Avoid sun and tanning two weeks prior to the procedure.
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Do not take Ibuprofen, Niacin, Vitamin E, or Aspirin 24 hours before the procedure.
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Try to avoid aspirin products for 7 days prior and do not take 24 hours before.
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Please try to have your brows waxed/groomed at least one week before. No brow waxing or tinting within 3 days of your appointment.
Note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
AFTERCARE
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Eyebrows will appear darker and bolder due to natural scabbing and healing for the first 10 days. This is very common for all permanent cosmetic procedures. They will lighten up to 40 - 50%.
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NO water, cleansers, creams, makeup or any other products on the treated area for 10 days.
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4-5 hours after the procedure, clean the area with sterile water and a cotton pad, gauze or Q-tip and allow to air dry.
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DO NOT rub, pick or scratch the treated area. Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate off. Picking can cause scarring.
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Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning for 3-4 weeks after the procedure.
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Avoid heavy sweating for the first 10 days.
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NO facials, Botox, chemical treatments and microdermabrasion for 4 weeks.
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Avoid sleeping on your face for the first 10 days.
PLEASE READ!
Permanent makeup is NOT recommended for any clients who are or have:
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Pregnant or Nursing
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Diabetic
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Chemotherapy (consult your doctor)
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Viral infections and/or diseases
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Epilepsy
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A Pacemaker or major heart problems
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Had an organ transplant
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Skin irritations or Psoriasis near the treated area (rashes, sunburn, acne, etc.)
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Sick (cold, flu, etc.)
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Had Botox in the past 2 weeks
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Used Accutane in the past year
LONG-TERM CARE
● Use a good sunscreen on your eyebrows if you plan to be in the sun for prolonged periods of time. Sun exposure will fade your permanent cosmetics.
● If you are planning a chemical peel, laser procedure or an MRI scan, please inform the technician of your permanent cosmetics.
● The use of RetinA/Tretinoin or any other rapid skin exfoliation products regularly on the forehead area will cause the permanent makeup on the eyebrow area to fade prematurely.
● The use of chemical peels and acid peels regularly on the forehead region can also cause eyebrow tattoos to fade prematurely.
Antacids, thyroid and anxiety medications have been reported as interfering with permanent makeup either by affecting retention or shifting the pigment to an undesirable tone. Remember, everything we eat and drink has their own chemical structure and the electron ends that are unattached or free, may get attached to others compounds inside the body forming a new molecule that may show a different color spectrum. With that info, an educated client may have a better expectation and know that she/he may need more frequent adjustments than others.