Brow Care Instructions
Microblading and Ombré brows procedure usually requires multiple treatment sessions dependent on your skin type. For best results, clients will be required to return for at least one touch up appointment. This will take place 6 weeks after the initial procedure. Oily skin types may require an additional touch up appointment.
We offer different options of eyebrow pigmentation lasting from several months to a few years. We offer Microblading, Edge combo (which is a combination of hair strokes with shading), and fully shaded brows(Ombré brows).
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I will discuss the best options for you, dependent on skin type, lifestyle, desired results and desired maintenance.
Numbing cream is used before the procedure – there may still be some discomfort. Please alert the artist if the pain becomes unbearable during the procedure. Your skin may be red or swollen after the procedure.
A topical anesthetic lidocaine patch test will be performed on your skin the day of the procedure
I use the highest quality tools and highest quality pigment in the industry. This allows the artist the ability to achieve the best results.
Brow Pre-Care
AVOID brow waxing, tinting, microdermabrasion or chemical peels at least one week prior to the procedure.
DO NOT consume alcohol or caffeine 48 hours prior to the procedure session.
DO NOT take Aspirin, Niacin, Advil, Ibuprofen, Omega-3, Fish Oil, Vitamin E or any blood thinners 48-72 hours prior to the procedure session. Tylenol is ok.
DO NOT have Botox, filler, chemical peels, microdermabrasion or laser treatment on eyebrows area 4 weeks prior to the procedure.
DO NOT work out the day of the procedure.
DO NOT get tan or expose your face to the sun 14 days before and after your procedure.
Please wear your normal make up on the day of procedure. This is helpful to see the color and shape you are comfortable with.
Discontinue Retin-A, AHA(Alpha Hydroxy Acid) and Glycolic and hair growth serum at least 2 weeks prior (and avoid on eyebrow area after procedure).
Please don’t chew gum.
Please avoid unnecessary conversation with me – i need your face muscles to be relaxed
Please put your phone away and relax.
Please Note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
Brow Aftercare
Aftercare is designed to get the most out of your beauty treatment and keep you safe!
Important Note:
Everyone’s healing time is different: Some people’s brows may scab quickly and fall off quickly and some may take a bit longer. Don’t worry if it’s taking more time. And if you have patchy spots or if your newly microbladed brows have disappeared, this is totally normal.
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Patience is the key to how well your brows will heal beautifully.
When you return home from the procedure, gently wash off all the lymph fluid with distilled water (lymph fluid is the clear liquid that comes out from the skin). The amount of lymph fluid varies for different people. Blotting and washing for some people, may be required more than once.
Be gentle while washing your brows. Do not use any facical soap on your brows.
Do not spray water directly onto your brow, just cup your hands and gently splash the water onto your brows.
Let your brows AIR DRY COMPLETELY after each wash.
Put a small amount of ointment on a clean q-tip and gently apply a thin layer across the brows. This helps the healing process and minimizes itchiness.
Repeat this step until your brows are fully healed.
For oily skin types: Apply aftercare ointment from the 5th day onward, unless your brows begin to itch, then start on the day they start to itch.
DO Use fresh pillow cases
DO NOT wear makeup over the brow area
DO NOT use any products with glycolic acids, Retin-A, exfoliants or anti-aging properties at ANY TIME on your brow area (not just during healing). These products can cause pigment to fade and lighten prematurely.
DO NOT scratch pick or peel your brows. Let them heal naturally. Even if a scab is hanging, let it fall off on its own!.
AVOID exposure to sunlight for 30 days. It’s time to wear a nice hat.
AVOID heavy sweating activities or workouts for one week.
LEAVE the makeup OFF your brows including sunblock for 1-10 days (time varies from person to person)
NO FACIALS or Botox for 4 weeks after the procedure.
AVOID any other beauty procedures near the treated area; including, laser treatment, waxing, tinting or chemical exfoliants
DO NOT take long showers and avoid direct streams of water to your face for 10 days. Wash your hair at the end of the shower.
AVOID excessive moisture; no steam rooms, no hot tubs, no swimming pools, no saunas, lakes, rivers or lagoons until your brows are fully heal.
AVOID sleeping on your face. Please note: Sometimes when you sleep, you may accidentally scratch the brows because it’s itchy.
AVOID scratching your brows.
NO Alcoholic beverages for 3 days.
Pigment will slowly fade over time depending on:
One’s skin type. (Oily skin – hair strokes will both fade and blur over time.)
Sun exposure
Metabolism
Certain medication (Acne medications and cream such as Glycolic acids, Retin-A, exfoliants or anti-aging)
Facial surgery
Smoking
Frequent exercise – the salt in sweat will cause the pigment to purge from the skin
Youth – simply put, the younger/healthier you are, the faster your cells turn over
Anti-aging skincare products
Lighter pigment – blondes fade faster than brunettes
Schedule maintenance visits as needed to keep your brows looking fresh. Periodic touch-ups will ensure longer lasting results.
If you have any questions or concerns not covered above please don’t hesitate to contact us!
Lip Blush Care Instructions
Numbing cream is used before the procedure – there may still be some discomfort. Please alert the artist if the pain becomes unbearable during the procedure. Your skin may be red or swollen after the procedure.
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A topical anesthetic lidocaine patch test will be performed on your skin the day of the procedure
I use the highest quality tools and highest quality pigment in the industry. This allows the artist the ability to achieve the best results.
Lip Blush Pre-Care
It is recommended to eat something before your appointment to make sure your blood sugar levels stay stable during the procedure.
No excessive alcohol or caffeine consumption 24 hours before your procedure. Alcohol and caffeine can thin the blood, which causes the skin to be hypersensitive, and bleed/bruise more easily.
Avoid sun tanning one week prior to the procedure.
Avoid blood thinning medications for 24 hours before the procedure. This includes Aspirin, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Vitamin E or Advil/Ibuprofen, fish oils tablets. Please consult your physician if this is an issue.
Eyelash extensions should be removed 3 days prior to the procedure
Discontinue Retin-A one week prior to the procedure
No Botox around the eye area 2 weeks prior.
Eyelash growth serums like Latisse bring extra circulation to the lash line area which results in more growth of hair/lashes. This can cause the skin to be hypersensitive and bleed easily. It is recommended to discontinue the use of these products at least 3~6 months before your treatment.
Do not wear any eye makeup on the day of your appointment.
If you wear contact lenses, please wear glasses on the day of your appointment.
Please Note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
DO NOT consume alcohol or caffeine 48 hours prior to the procedure session.
DO NOT take Aspirin, Niacin, Advil, Ibuprofen, Omega-3, Fish Oil, Vitamin E or any blood thinners 48-72 hours prior to the procedure session. Tylenol is ok.
DO NOT have Botox, filler, chemical peels, microdermabrasion or laser treatment on eyebrows area 4 weeks prior to the procedure.
DO NOT work out the day of the procedure.
DO NOT get tan or expose your face to the sun 14 days before and after your procedure
Please wear your normal make up on the day of procedure. This is helpful to see the color and shape you are comfortable with.
No Accutane use one year prior.
Please don’t chew gum.
Please avoid unnecessary conversation with me – i need your face muscles to be relaxed.
Please put your phone away and relax.
Please Note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
Lip Blush Aftercare
Aftercare is extremely important for you to obtain the best results. Your aftercare diligence will influence about 70% of the results. Therefore, during your consultation, before and aftercare details will be provided to equip you with the information necessary regarding the healing process for optional outcome. It is essential to avoid direct contact with any germ source. Aftercare is designed to get the most of your beauty work and keep you safe.
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Very Important: If you get cold sores or have ever had one in the past, you will need an antiviral prescription from your doctor before a lip procedure. Physicians usually instruct to take it 2 days before. As this procedure will bring out the virus if not medicated beforehand.
From right after the procedure, you will need to move your lips several times, you can do this by mouthing the short vowels sounds A E I O U.
When you return home from the procedure, gently blot off all the lymph fluid with saline cotton pads (lymph fluid is the clear liquid that comes out from the skin). The amount of lymph fluid varies for every client. Blotting, for some people, may be required more than once. Be careful as you pull on and off shirts or other garments over your face that you don’t brush your lip area accidentally. Don’t get your lip area wet for 24 hours after the procedure and Avoid directly touching food onto your lips.
Lips can be cleaned with a NEUTRAL SOAP such as (cetaphil ) or just water and lukewarm water in the morning and at night from Day 1.
DAY 1: Clean your lips every 2-3 hours with damp cotton pads and once the lymph fluid stops, apply aftercare the ointment with a clean q tip, never your fingers. Avoid letting your lips dry out, apply thin layers of aftercare ointment as needed until healed with a clean q tip. If the lymph fluid doesn’t stop, continue to clean your lips every 2-3 hours. Swelling, tender, heavy thick lipstick look with a reddish brick color effect. DAY 2: Slight swelling, reddish and tender with a slight metallic flavor. DAY 3: Less swelling, thicker texture, sore, hot feeling before exfoliation with an orange color affect. DAY 4: Exfoliation begins, very chapped lips. DAY 5: Very chapped but almost finished with the first chapping stage. DAY 6: A soft rich color begins to appear. DAY 7-14: Healing complete; the color you see is the color you have. Your lips will remain a bit dry for a month or two, use a good lip balm and they will return to normal, but with full color!
Lips can be cleaned with a NEUTRAL SOAP color (cetaphil) and lukewarm water in the morning and at night.
DO use fresh pillow cases.
DON’T rub, scratch or pick the area and keep makeup away from the lips for about a week after the procedure.
DON’T use any acidic or exfoliating products. Keep these products away from the area at all times (Retin-A, Glycolic, or hyaluronic acid, etc). This may lighten and slowly remove the color.
DON’T put any products and makeup on your lips for the first week
DON’T bite or lick your lips.
DON’T have any food or drinks touch your lips.
DON’T touch lips with fingers. Stay away from dirt (gardening or sport activities) to prevent possible infections.
DO NOT scratch pick or peel your lips, let they heal naturally. Even if a scab is hanging, let it fall off on its own!
AVOID the sun as much as you can, especially the first week. The sun fades permanent makeup. After a week a sun protection moisturizer, balm can be worn to protect the color.
AVOID heavy sweating activities or workouts for one week.
DO NOT take long showers, avoid direct streams of water to your face for 10 days. Wash your hair at the end of the shower.
Pigments will slowly fade over time according to one’s skin type, sun exposure, metabolism, medication taken, facial surgery, smoking, and general lifestyle. Schedule maintenance visits as needed to keep your brows looking fresh. Periodic touch-ups will ensure longer lasting result.
Eyeliner Care Instructions
Please read our care instructions carefully before booking your appointments! Not adhering to our care instructions can impact your healed results.
It is recommended to eat something before your appointment to make sure your blood sugar levels stay stable during the procedure.
No excessive alcohol or caffeine consumption 24 hours before your procedure. Alcohol and caffeine can thin the blood, which causes the skin to be hypersensitive, and bleed/bruise more easily.
Avoid sun tanning one week prior to the procedure.
Avoid blood thinning medications for 24 hours before the procedure. This includes Aspirin, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Vitamin E or Advil/Ibuprofen, fish oils tablets. Please consult your physician if this is an issue.
Eyelash extensions should be removed 3 days prior to the procedure
Discontinue Retin-A one week prior to the procedure
No Botox around the eye area 2 weeks prior.
Eyelash growth serums like Latisse bring extra circulation to the lash line area which results in more growth of hair/lashes. This can cause the skin to be hypersensitive and bleed easily. It is recommended to discontinue the use of these products at least 3~6 months before your treatment.
Do not wear any eye makeup on the day of your appointment.
If you wear contact lenses, please wear glasses on the day of your appointment.
Please Note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
Eyeliner Aftercare
Splash your eyes with water and wash off any pigment residue immediately after the procedure. Pat dry gently with a clean tissue.
Wash the skin around the eyes twice day (morning & night) using a gentle, unscented soap (Cetaphil or baby shampoo). Use your fingertips to cleanse gently and pat dry with a clean tissue.
Apply ointment 2-3 times a day for up to 7 days for thick eyeliner (OMIT FOR LASH LINE ENHANCEMENT)
Scabs will take about 7-10 days to peel off. Do not pick at the scabs or peel them off prematurely.
Swelling and redness is normal for the first few days.
The color will fade approximately 30-50% lighter when the scabs fall off. This is completely normal. Do not feel discouraged if the fading is more than you expected.
To achieve the perfect eyeliner, we need to see how your skin accepts the initial application and a touch-up appointment is where we will perfect the shape and color.
No eye makeup is allowed until the scabs completely fall off.
Avoid sweaty exercise such as hot saunas, hot yoga, and swimming
The eyeliner will start to form scabs and they might look dark and thick. As the skin heals, the scabs will fall off in random pieces and might look patchy.
Flaking and crusting on the tattoo area may occur.
Avoid pulling off the scabs that are dried on the lashes.
When you try to pull off the scabs that are hanging on your lashes, ensure the scabs are soft enough to slide off from the lashes. Use a mascara brush to help remove the scabs.
Swelling occurs up to 3 days after the procedure, especially in the morning.
Exercising the eyes can help reduce swelling and puffiness. Try blinking actively for 2 minutes in the morning.
To relieve swelling, you can ice the area with soft gel ice packs.