To achieve the most naturally beautiful brows for your face, it's crucial to prepare beforehand and follow proper aftercare. The eyebrow area needs to be healthy, strong, and non-irritated.
Preparing Your Skin:
1 Month Before:
Avoid Botox or fillers for at least 4 weeks.
Refrain from facials for at least 2 weeks.
1 Week Before:
Avoid tinting, waxing, or electrolysis.
Do not use retinoid products.
Stay away from tanning or prolonged sun exposure.
24 Hours Before:
Most Importantly, to Prevent Bleeding and Poor Color Deposit:
Avoid alcohol and caffeine (yes, that means coffee).
Skip Vitamin E or fish oil supplements.
Refrain from excessive sweating or intense workouts.
Aftercare:
Post-treatment care is crucial for a successful outcome. Follow the provided advice diligently; failure to do so may result in up to 80% loss of the drawn strokes. After your session, you'll receive an aftercare kit for the 7-10 day healing process. This duration may vary based on skin type, but 10 days is recommended for optimal results.
Important Reminders for the First 7-10 Days:
Apply aftercare ointment up to 3 times a day for normal skin, 1-2 times daily for oily skin (oily skin can "dry heal").
Use a fresh pillowcase, preferably satin, for the first 7 days.
Avoid sweating or excessive exercise for 7 days.
Don't apply makeup or sunscreen on the brow area for 7 days.
Refrain from facials, Botox, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion for 4 weeks.
Avoid major sun exposure or tanning for 4 weeks.
Keep the treated area dry, aside from rinsing morning and night with a mild soap.
The Healing Process
What to Expect in the First 6-8 Weeks:
The first week might be challenging, and you might have these thoughts:
"The color is too dark!"
"The shape is too thick!"
"Did I make a mistake?"
"They look crazy!"
"I can't leave my house!"
The intensified color and slight redness are normal during the initial healing stages and will subside after a few days. Remain patient and trust the process. After 7 days, the brows will fade up to 40% and shrink about 10% to a more natural look. You might experience a sensation akin to a slight burn, and minimal peeling or flaking may occur. Avoid picking at your brows to prevent scarring or pigment removal.
Healing varies with skin type; you may experience color fading and loss of hair strokes, which is normal. A complimentary touch-up session is included to assess healing, fill in missing strokes, and provide a color boost. We'll then recommend the best follow-up timeline for future appointments.