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Appointment Prep, During and AfterCare

What is Microblading?

How to Prepare for Your Appointment

What to Expect During Your Appointment

Aftercare Directions


Lip Blush - Prep/After

Eyeliner - Prep/After

Freckles - Prep/After

Tinting Eyebrows - Prep/After

Eyebrow Lamination - Prep/After

WHAT IS MICROBLADING?

What is it?

Is Microblading right for you?

Is Microblading right for you?

 Microblading eyebrows is a technique that creates very fine lines or strokes to replicate the look of real hairs.  Manually applied with different types of microblades.  The size and thickness of the blades can determine how the hair strokes will look. 


Permanent cosmetic makeup will eliminated time spent applying makeup every morning or worrying if your eyebrows will still be there at the end of the day.


For a client with excessively oily skin, this technique will result in a soft powder stroke.  Dry skin types tend to heal with a more crisp defined result.  Microblading is ideal for normal to dry skin types.  Depending on your personal style, Microblading can transform your eyebrows to a youthful, thicker natural look.


The procedure takes two to four hours and an anesthetic is applied to decrease any pain or discomfort during the procedure.  Typically semi  permanent makeup will last one to two years.

Is Microblading right for you?

Is Microblading right for you?

Is Microblading right for you?

 Permanent cosmetic makeup is not recommended  for clients who are or have any of the following: 


-Pregnant or Nursing


-Diabetic​


-Undergoing Chemotherapy 


-Viral infections (diseases)


-Botox injections (wait at least 3 weeks after injections prior to treatment)


-Organ transplant


-Epilepsy


-Sick with a cold or flu like virus


-Used Accutane in the past 6 months


Always contact your physician to make sure this is the right procedure for you


Testimonials...

Is Microblading right for you?

Testimonials...

 The idea of having my microblading eyebrows made me a little nervous, however Anna made me feel comfortable and confident in my decision.  She had a gentle hand and made the whole experience worth it. My eyebrows look amazing after Microblading every day. -Jenny 


I cannot say enough good things about Anna.  She is a natural at microblading eyebrows.  I am beyond pleased with my results.  I went in with no shape and little brows and came out with perfect brows that shape my face.  I even feel more confident going around without makeup! Anna was sweet and talked with me through the entire process step by step.  I wasn't nervous for a second.   If your looking for perfect brows Anna's your girl! -Christy  


I was a little nervous at first to do the microblading, but the second I started talking with Anna all nervousness went out the door! She was so sweet, welcoming and confident about what she was doing, which made my experience amazing! I am constantly getting compliments on my eyebrows and I feel so good about them. I can’t say enough good things about Anna and the work she did!     -Heidi

Before Your Appointment

Types of face shapes used to pick the best eyebrow shape for your face

How to Prepare

 DO NOT consume alcohol, caffeine or take any blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, Niacin 48 hours before your procedure, this will cause excess bleeding and may affect your results for microblading eyebrows )


No tanning, sun exposure 2 weeks prior

No waxing, tweezing, threading or tinting  1 week prior to procedure


No Botox, Fillers, Chemical Peels, Microdermabrasion, Retina-A or Alpha Hydroxy Acid Products 4 weeks prior to procedure


You may come in to your appointment with how you normally draw in your brows so I can see what you are use to.  This is especially important for clients who desire a specific brow shape. If you are open to suggestions, I am happy to help design a custom brow to personally suit you


You may experience hypersensitivity and more pain around or during your menstrual cycle


Consult your doctor for any specific concerns  prior to permanent cosmetic makeup such as a recent surgery, current medications-particularly blood thinners



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During Your Appointment

The Process

We will begin by mapping out your eyebrows to your liking. I can show you some examples or you can bring some pictures of your own.


After I've drawn out an outline of your ideal eyebrow, we will look at it together and make any edits before beginning.


I'll then put numbing cream on your eyebrows and we'll let that sit for around 10 mins. During this time, we'll pick out which color best matches your current eyebrows.


After you are numb, I will begin the process of Microblading.


Throughout the process, we will stop to apply more numbing cream and evaluate your eyebrows.


At any time during the process, we can add more numbing cream, take a break, or reassess our mapping plan.


After I am finished, we'll look at your brows together to see if there are any adjustments needed. I'll then send you with after care directions and some healing ointment.


During the process, we'll jam out to your choice of music while you relax under a cozy blanket. Please feel comfortable sharing any questions or concerns before, during, or after the process. My goal is to make your appointment as relaxing as possible.

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Aftercare

How to Heal

Healing takes 6-8 weeks for Microbladed and Powdered Eyebrows


Avoid sun exposure for 4 weeks 


Avoid pool, sauna, steam room for 2 week


No physical activity for 1 week


Do NOT use Vasline, Bepanthen, 

A&D Ointments, Neosporin 


Follow Post Op Instruction Sheet and apply recommended ointment


50% of the final result is related to a good aftercare routine

 

DO NOT expect your eyebrows to heal perfectly after the first session. This can be a 2 step process. 


BE PATIENT during your 10 day healing process your brows will change and appear different from day to day.

Immediately after your procedure brows will appear darker and more defined and this will last up to 2 weeks . Your brows can appear more solid, hair strokes may seem to disappear and it may look wet and painted on. Around days 4-5 you will experience flaking and your brows may look dry. 


DO NOT PICK your brows, let any dryness fall off naturally. If flakes gets picked off prematurely missing hair stokes will result and cause patchy brows which can lead to scarring. 


When the flaking comes off the hair strokes may seem faint this is because a fresh layer of skin has healed over the brow tattoo. Give your brows a few weeks and the hair strokes will become clearer.  Color will continue to change on a daily basis until all healing is complete at the 4 week mark. 


You may experience itchiness in the brows after the 10 days for up to 2 months due to the healing process of the dermal layer. 


Not everyone's hair stoke brows can heal clean and crisp. Hair-strokes for oilier skin types tend to heal more solid and powdery while drier skin types tend to heal more crisp and defined.  Also for those who bleed more may tend to need more color boost touch-ups as the blood pushes the pigment during the procedure.  


Long Term Care & Color Boost Appointments

Allow your brows a MINIMUM of 6 weeks to heal before booking a touch up. 


Color Boost's are typically done within the first 3 months after the initial appointment.   


Do not expect perfect results after the first session of permanent cosmetic makeup.


Darker skin and oily skin women, permanent makeup will not look as bold or sharp compared to lighter, dryer skin type's.


There is no guarantee of results, as everyone’s result will vary due to skin type, lifestyle and the initial 10 day care and long term care of your brow tattoo.

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Use at least SPF 50 to protect your brows, sun exposure will cause fading and can alter the color of your tattoo.


Do not use chemical exfoliates on the brows, this will case the brows to fade faster.  


Do not do laser your brow area (IPL etc), some lasers may change the color of the ink.  As the tattoo fades the strokes will get fainter and less defined. 


Maintenance is required to maintain desired results. Color Boost's are done on average every 9 - 24 months to maintain you brow tattoo.

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LIP BLUSH

Lip Blush

How to Prepare FOR LIP BLUSH

Learn what products/supplements you will need to take, prior, during and after the procedure.  One week before the appointment use the recommended lip scrub, then keep lips hydrated and moisturized leading up to the appointment.  No alcohol 24 hours before. 

How to Heal

Follow recommended after care instructions and take products/supplements for the 1-7 days.  Avoid water, makeup, excessive sweating, no sauna, pools or sunbathing. Apply healing balm daily.

Long Term Care

Touch up appointments are best 8 weeks following procedure.  Use SPF sunscreen for face and lips daily.

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EYELINER

Eyeliner, design your own style

How to Prepare EYELINER

Lash growth serums must be stopped 3 weeks prior. Removal of eyelash extension must be completely removed.

How to Heal

Follow recommended after care instructions and take the products and supplements for the first 1-7 days.  Avoid water makeup, excessive sweating.  No saunas, pools or sunbathing.  Apply healing balm daily.

Long Term Care

Touch up appointments are best 8 weeks following the procedure.  Using an SPF sunscreen daily for your face, as well as hats and sunglasses are highly recommended.


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FRECKLES

Freckles

How to Prepare FOR FRECKLES

Come to the appointment with a fresh, clean face. Make sure that you are not sunburnt! No alcohol or caffeine 24 hours prior to appointment.

How to Heal

Apply healing ointment two times a day for one week. Stay out of the pool, hot tub, and sun. 

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BROW LAMINATION (lacquer)

Lamination Aftercare Instructions

How to Prepare LAMINATION

No need to prepare!

Aftercare Instructions

Do not wet your eyebrows  for 24-48 hours.  Do not apply the makeup to the brows for 24 hours post-treatment.  Apply brow balm daily and comb hair into place each day.  

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TINTING EYEBROWS

How to Prepare FOR TINTING

How to Prepare FOR TINTING

How to Prepare FOR TINTING

Do not tint (dye) your eyebrows for 2 weeks prior to the tinting procedure.

After Care Instructions

How to Prepare FOR TINTING

How to Prepare FOR TINTING

Keep the eyebrows dry for the first 24 hours following your appointment.  Apply daily balm.

Long Term Care

How to Prepare FOR TINTING

Long Term Care

Tinting can last on the skin for 2 weeks, and the eyebrow hair for 2-4 weeks.  

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