Brows

 

+ What is Microblading?

Microblading is a manual semi permanent tattoo method which does not use a normal permanent makeup machine. Microblading is done by using a unique hand instrument with a small row of very fine needles that deposit pigment into the Epidermis with slicing, feathering strokes. The pigment is implanted in the basal membrane, which divides the Epidermis from the Dermis layer of the skin. This creates very crisp, fine hair strokes that don’t blur after healing like you would experience with a traditional permanent makeup machine.

+ How Long Does it Last?

It can last anywhere from 1 to 3 years. You may need to come in for touch-ups yearly, and some clients require a touch-up every 9 months. Everyone is different.

+ Does It Hurt?

This is designed to be a gentle procedure with minimal discomfort. The degree of discomfort will depend on several factors, such as if you opt for anesthetics, and your pain threshold. In the beginning you will feel a scratching feeling while we are marking the shape and design of the brow. A second numbing agent is then applied once the skin is open which is absorbed into the skin within a few seconds. Once it has absorbed, you will have very little feeling.

+ Non Candidates

  • Pregnant or nursing
  • Diabetic patients
  • Skin diseases
  • HIV, Hepatitis, or any other viral infections and/or diseases
  • Undergoing Chemotherapy (consult your doctor)
  • If you do not generally heal well and develop infections easily
  • Directly after Botox treatment (after 1 month is allowed)
  • Use of Accutane, Isoltretinoin, or other retinoids (after 3 months is allowed)
  • If you have a pacemaker, this manual method can be used, but any machine use is not allowed
  • Very sensitive and pain intolerant
  • Sunburn or frostbitten (allowed after symptoms are gone)
  • Seborrhea Dermatitis
  • Excessive sebum
  • Oily skin
  • Problem skin broken capillaries
  • Acne on treatment area
  • Moles on treatment area
  • Keratosis
  • Very dry or peeling skin on treatment area

+ Before The Treatment

  • *Do NOT DRINK ALCOHOL or CAFFEINE before the procedure (at least 24hrs for alcohol)
  • Do NOT TAKE ADVIL or other blood thinners such a Aspirin, Niacin, Fish Oil, Vitamin E and/or Ibuprofen unless medically necessary, 48-72 hrs prior to your procedure. Extra strength Tylenol can be taken if you have low pain tolerance
  • If you have recently tanned this will affect the outcome of the healed color
  • If you’ve had laser removal of previous work done by someone else, the treated area has now more scar tissue and can affect the outcome of the result. More treatments may be necessary to have the skin retain the color.
  • Botox should be done 1 month before or 2 weeks after the procedure
  • Avoid Retin A, Accutane, or other Retinoids for 3 months
  • Avoid exercising the day of procedure as this will open up the pores
  • Please note that you will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle
  • No waxing or tinting 3 days before

+ Treatment Steps (procedure usually takes approximately 1.5 - 2 hours)

  1. Numbing cream is applied to the skin; this takes approximately 20-30 minutes to take affect
  2. Consultation discussing treatment, shape, and pigment color
  3. Shape is drawn with a soft pencil for approval
  4. Pigment is applied with a manual tool using our technique
  5. We clean the area and apply a healing cream.
  6. Take a look at your new, gorgeous brows!

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