The Microblading Procedure

It is important to understand everything involved in the microblading procedure before you decide if you want to book an appointment. The multitude of reasons why you want to do proper research could go on but essentially you want to make sure you are prepared and more importantly know what to look for in an artist.

You’ll definitely want to set a good amount of time aside for the appointment. Not necessarily because the procedure is so invasive that it will take all day but more so because you won’t want to rush an artist at work!

The Pre-Appointment

Most places have a questionnaire that you will fill out prior to your appointment, as you can imagine this is aimed qualifying a good microblading candidate (there are certain individuals in certain situations that should not get microbladed).

There are several disqualifiers commonly noted (there are more and some we make exceptions for):

·      Skin Disorders (please disclose all skin disorders as there are some we can work with, some we cannot)

·      Skin oil – Believe it or not the amount of oil your skin naturally produces has a lot to do with the outcome of your microblading. This is not technically a disqualifier but we have noted it because depending on your skin type we may not be able to achieve your desired look.

·      Keloid Scarring

·      Scars in general (We can still work with you but pictures will be needed to ensure we can achieve your desired look)

·      Diabetic – We can make exceptions but we kindly ask that you disclose this to us

·      Existing permanent makeup on the eyebrow area – Again, exceptions can be made here as we do engage in “correction” work but we will need to see pictures prior to the appointment to access the situation

·      Some medications can prevent us from providing microblading. If there is a medication in question we kindly ask that you discuss it with us

·      If there are any concerns or questions on whether or not you might be a fit for microblading, please just give us a direct call – We’ll be more than willing to discuss it with you.

Upon Arrival

The consultation portion of the appointment will start shortly after arrival. We will begin discussing how we are going to achieve your desired look. Providing the exact look you want is the most important part of what we do. We can spend as much time as you want discussing pigmentation, shape, fill, thickness and any other questions you may have.

We will then start with some numbing cream to make sure you are as comfortable as possible during your visit. In fact, this is one of the most common questions we receive, almost on a daily basis, “Does it hurt? And if so, how much does microblading hurt?”. Obviously, this is a tricky one to answer because the last thing you want to do is give inaccurate information. The fact is that it is subjective… That said, I have heard everything from, “I felt nothing” to “It just tickles a little bit” to “that was a little bit uncomfortable”. I can tell you one thing though, I have never heard anyone say that they were in excruciating pain. Most everyone says they felt little to no pain at all.

We will then begin mapping everything out using a bunch of gizmos and gadgets which will help us achieve the symmetrical look we are going for! This is a crucial step because we are now in the process of bringing your desired look to fruition.

Once we have the look mocked up and measured out we’ll let you have a look to make sure we are on the same page.

At this point you’ll be nice and comfortable laying back in our electronic chair comfortable listening to the Spotify playlist of your choice. Just to paint you a picture, you’ll have a hair net on to protect hair from falling into our brow work. The technician will now have a face mask on with a hairnet as well. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness of our room, it is important for obvious reasons. Tool in hand and gloves on, we’ll start making strokes resembling eyebrow hairs from the beginning of the eyebrow towards what is referred to as the tail of the eyebrow. Once we complete that process, this will mark the end of “the first pass”.

We will now wipe the brows clean to brows to see how the pigmentation is holding before beginning the second pass which will be a repeat of the previous.

Once we have completed the second pass you are pretty close to being well on your way with your new brow. Now it is important that we do one last look in the mirror with you and make sure that everything is exactly how you envisioned it and you are brow happy!

What to Expect Immediately After Microblading

Your new brows will appear much darker than you are probably used to seeing them and you may experience some irritation in the area. It will be absolutely crucial to the healing process that you refrain from touching, scratching or rubbing the eyebrow area. You will also want to make sure you keep the area as clean as possible (Cannot stress this point enough).

Day 2-3: You will start to notice that the healing process is well underway. Your brows have now probably started to develop some scabbing.

Day 4: The scabbing will continue to develop as your body heals your brows. At this point, you’ll likely experience some itchy brows -remember not to scratch! You’ll want to apply the ointment we provided. If possible, apply with a cotton swab or a Q-tip as to not touch your brows directly with your hands. You can apply with your finger if necessary, just ensure that you have thoroughly washed your hands prior to application.

Day 7: This should be around the time when those scabs start naturally coming off. Let this happen on its own and do not touch the scabs.

Day 12: At this point you should be free of scabs. You’ll notice that your brows look significantly lighter than they did when you first left the office. Maybe even lighter than you would like them to but don’t worry… the pigment will surface and your desired look will come back.

Day 14: You should be able to start back with your normal routines and wait for the brows to settle into the color they will be.

Day 35: Yes, you’ll need to schedule a follow-up or touch up brow appointment. We like to call this the perfecting session because that is essentially what it is. We can fill in any areas that may have healed a little differently and need a touch-up!

This concludes the microblading process. If you read through this in its entirety, you’ll likely be well prepared as you move through the microblading process. You will also get to ask any questions or voice any concerns during your session with us. We also have an open door policy in which you can call or text anytime with any questions that come up.

After Care (Post Microblading)

Now that you got your new look, you’ll want to take care of it!

Of course after leaving the appointment you’ll be equipped with an aftercare kit which will include all of this information plus some items that will assist you in following the instructions.

After Care (IMPORTANT!) make sure you read through this after your appointment, it will help the longevity of your brows.

·      Make sure you are not washing your brows until they are fully healed to avoid damaging the pigment.

·      Do not apply any makeup to the microbladed area for at least 14 days after your appointment

·      Definitely not tint or dyes on the area for a month after your appointment

·      No eyebrow threading or waxing for at least 16 days

·      Avoid heavy sweating for about a week after the appointment (this could push pigments out)

·      No swimming (4 weeks)

·      Do not soak the brow area in water or let the shower head spray the microbladed area

·      Avoid sun exposure as much as possible (try to use a hat or cap when possible)

·      Avoid scheduling a hair appointment, facials, injections, or similar procedures for the first 3 weeks. Try not to schedule a massage for the first 4 weeks.

If you have questions on special circumstances or whether or not you should partake in an activity please ask us!

We hope that this helps you feel more acquainted and comfortable with microblading. We know it can be scary when anyone is going to be working on your face. We want you to feel at ease and know that you are in good hands with us.