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.

Preparation and Post Care for Microblading