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AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS:

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- Healing takes anywhere between 10-14 days on average and varies between clients.

- Days 1-3 rinse your brows with clean hands and clean bottled water in the morning and evening.

- When rinsing, please do so gently and rinse until the brows don't feel "slimy". You're rinsing lymphatic fluid off the way you would a fresh tattoo, however you cannot use any soap whatsoever, just clean water.

- When finished rinsing just pat dry and apply your sunflower oil I send you home with at the salon.

- NO petroleum may be applied for the two weeks - the only product permitted is the oil you're provided t your appointment & is to be used only if/when experiencing severe itching to soothe discomfort, otherwise nothing may be applied to the brows while healing.

- Only rinse your brows for the first 3 days. After 3 days PLEASE allow your brows to remain dry until they're fully healed. Once healed you may continue with your daily regimen, excluding anti-aging or anti-acne products on your forehead.

- During the healing process: In addition to the guidelines above PLEASE no sun exposure, NO products whatsoever unless listed above, NO makeup, NO water after day 3, NO exercising or sweating (absolutely no exceptions), and NO picking or scratching or sleeping on them. Healing isn't convenient but it's worth it!

- If signs or symptoms of infection occur, contact your physician immediately.

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What do the following weeks look like? It varies, but here's what to expect.

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Week 1 - Bold, dense, DARK, nearly black solid brows due to swelling and potential scabbing.

Week 2 - Less bold, slightly lighter, less dramatic.

Week 3 - The strokes may disappear - DO NOT PANIC. Your skin is shedding and this is normal and expected. Week three could look like literally anything, so be prepared for the rollercoaster of emotions.

Week 4 - Slightly gray, pigment is settling back in.

Week 5- More pigment has come back, color is neutralizing.

Week 6 - FINALLY done changing! Now you're ready for your touch up as we can see exactly how your body healed these brows.

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What is Microblading?

 

Microblading, also known as Eyebrow Embroidery is a procedure categorized under permanent makeup, but unlike traditional cosmetic tattooing, it is less invasive and is considered semi-permanent. Microblading typically lasts 1-3 years, depending on skin type and skincare routine.  The procedure is done by using a hand tool with ultra fine needles and each 'hair' is gently etched into the skin, giving an incredibly natural and realistic look. Microblading can dramatically correct or fully reconstruct lost eyebrow and is excellent for those wanting to enhance their brows or who have little to no eyebrows, thinning brows from age or over tweezed brows. Pigments used are chosen to match the natural or desired brow color and skin tone will also be taken into consideration. 

 

How long does it take?

 

For the first Microblading session, the entire procedure should take about 1.5 hours. During this session, the brow technician will shape and style the client’s brows for client approval. We then follow with pigment color selection.  Once the client is satisfied with the choices, we begin the procedure.

 

The client is to come in for a follow up visit in order to have any minor necessary touch ups. The second Microblading session takes place after 4-12 weeks after the initial session. This session will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.

 

How long does it take to heal?

 

The eyebrow area will be slightly red after the procedure and color will appear very dark. This is normal for the procedure and part of the healing process. The color will fade by up to 40% as it heals. In the following days, the eyebrows will continue to be dark and you will notice slight scabbing. Do not pick at the scabs as this may damage the skin and the outcome of the microbladed area. The eyebrows will lighten up in color as it heals. No down time is required after microblading procedure.  It takes approximately 7-14 days for the brows to heal over, and up to six weeks for the color to fully set in. You'll notice the color is very light right after the two weeks after healing; the skin will have an opaque milky looking quality to it. This is known as the milk skin and is common in tattooing. This is due to the the tissue still healing from the inside out even though the surface of the skin is healed. True color will reveal itself once healed.

 

Is the touch up session necessary?

 

Yes! A touch up session after 4-12 weeks is necessary as everyone heals differently and outcome will vary. Certain areas may not pick up during first session and will need to be refilled.  Pigment color may need to be adjusted, brow thickness and more strokes can be added. Individuals with oily skin often require a deeper shade during the touch up session as the oils tend to lighten the pigment. Most importantly, your touch up session is when we refine your brows to ensure it looks perfect and retains the color for the whole year!

 

 

Can I get my touch up session sooner than 4 weeks?

 

Touch up sessions should not be done earlier than 4 weeks after initial microblading session as pigment color has not fully settled into the skin. Most importantly, this is to prevent scar damage as the tissue requires time to completely heal.

 

Is it painful?

 

The pain level for the procedure is considered mild to none.  Najla doesn’t recommend any topical anesthetic because results heal far more naturally & strokes heal finer and sharper without anesthetic. Clients also heal much faster! The pain is a 1-5 on a scale of 1-10 and the actual blading procedure only takes between 10-20 minutes with Najla. Clients have suggested the pain is comparable to a cat scratch, scraping a sunburn, or even comparable to threading.

 

After the procedure, redness and slight swelling in the area is normal.  Clients describe the area feeling similar to a light sunburn.  Clients can take Tylenol but not aspirin or ibuprofen.

 

How long does it last?

 

Since microblading pigments are not implanted into the skin as deep as traditional tattoos, the area will naturally fade overtime.  Microblading typically lasts 1-3 years, depending on skin type (normal, oily, dry), age (youthful/mature). Skincare routine will also affect the lasting effect of the pigment: patients who tan, uses products with AHA or Glycolic Acid with fade faster as your skin will resurface faster. Each individual's color retention within the skin will vary. To maintain the brows looking fresh, a touch up is suggested every 12-18 months. Clients can let the microbladed area fade over time, but please note a slight shadow may remain.

 

What are the pre care procedures?

 

In order to achieve the best results, it is best to follow the pre and post care instructions. 

 

Prior to your procedure, clients are advised of the following:

 

• Avoid alcohol and aspirin/ibuprofen and any vitamins that may thin your blood for 72 hours.  

• Avoid tanning so we can assess your natural skin tone.

• No face scrubs or chemical peels at least two weeks prior.

• Feel free to come in with their brow makeup on so our technician can see your every day look you prefer. 

• Reference pictures of shapes and colors of brows are always welcomed. We will then work together to create the perfect brows! 
  
   

Who is not suitable for the procedure?

 

Microblading is not suitable for the following candidates:

 

• Using Accutane

• Have heart conditions or using heart medications

• Have diabetes (will require a physician's note)

• Have skin disease or irritations 

• Have had Botox in the last 2 weeks

• Have gotten a deep tan or chemical peels in the last 2 weeks

• Allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine or epinephrine

• Anyone who has any serious medical conditions may require a physician's note. 

• Pregnant or nursing clients

• ANYONE with ANY history of KELOIDS
  
  
  What are some reasons my microblading may not take?

• Vitamin deficiencies

• thyroid conditions

• iron deficiency

• Anemia

• Body chemistry, hormones, ph level, oil levels

• oily skin

• large pores

• excessive bleeding during procedure

• poor aftercare
  
  * Microblading results will ALWAYS vary among individuals due to factors we simply cannot control. Please consider the risks and possibilities before undergoing any permanent procedure. Please do all necessary research on YOUR behalf before scheduling your session..

 

​ * We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who we deem not suitable for this procedure or for any other reason. Our brow technicians make the decision to microblade an individual based on their own discretion. *

 

Risks and complications?

 

We take all proper precautions for a safe session by using sterilized equipment, new needles and in a sanitized environment.  Should clients follow our pre and post care instructions, there should be minimal risks or complications .  Although allergic reactions to the pigments are rare, it could be possible for certain individuals. We suggest a pigment patch test for individuals who have high skin sensitivities or are sensitive to:

 

• Topical makeup products

• Gold, silver and nickel

• Hair dyes

• Patch tests may be performed 5-7 days prior. 

 

What if I do not like it?

 

As with all cosmetic procedures, individuals should not make their choices lightly.  We always recommend clients do their research, understand the procedure and compare different artists' work and portfolio when making their decisions. Our brow technicians will do their utmost to shape and style the eyebrows to the clients satisfaction prior to the procedure. Every effort will be made to achieve an even appearance, but please realize our faces are never perfectly symmetrical. Uneven appearance can be fixed during the touch up session. Pigment discoloration and color correction can also be fixed during the the touch up session. Microbladed brows will eventually fade away if no additional touch ups are done.

 

 PLEASE do your research and be 100% certain this is what you want before you agree to undergo the procedure - artist’s are not responsible for indecisiveness or clients who change their mind after - this is 100000% the clients responsibility & clients will NOT BE REFUNDED simply because they decided the procedure wasn’t for them afterwords. 

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Still have more questions?

 

Should you still have more questions or inquiries, feel free to give us a shout at 502.709.9068 or email us at houseofwaxlou@gmail.com