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Eyebrow Before & Aftercare

For best results, care for your brows correctly by following this aftercare advice.

Before

  • You must be off Retin-A or Retinols 7 days prior to appointment and avoid or or around the area for 30 days after. If used before 30 days, it can cause the pigments to fade prematurely.

  •  If you are on blood thinners we require a note from your Doctor allowing you to go off of them for 3 days prior to your procedure and the note must also have the Doctors approval for the procedure (Please make sure you stop taking these 3 full days prior to your appointment)

  • Please do not take aspirin, green tea, vitamin E, or any Herbs for 3 days prior to your procedure. If your Doctor has you on aspirin every day we will need your Doctor’s approval in written form for you to stop taking the aspirin

  •  If you are under treatment for any form of cancer, you must wait until your treatment is complete. It is recommended to get permanent makeup before you start any cancer treatment 

  • NO alcohol for 72 hours prior to your procedure. Alcohol causes bleeding & bleeding rejects pigment = not the best healed results.

  • DO NOT work out the day of the procedure.

  • DO NOT perform mesotherapy, biorevitalisation, acid facial peeling, facial laser hair removal, laser removal of capillaries at least 1 month before the procedure.

  • DO NOT tan or have a sunburned face. 

  • If you are interested in getting botox injections it is advised to get procedure done before getting botox; If you got botox injections, it is best advised to wait at least 2-4 months before the procedure.

  • NO caffeine or pain killers on the day of the procedure.​

 

Please note that you will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.​

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After

Careful aftercare is very important for producing a beautiful and lasting result. 

  •  For the first 3 days, wash your eyebrows with Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser. Stop washing after the 3rd day. It’s important not to get the brows wet during the healing process (7-14 days).

  • Your brows should remain dry all day and all night for the remaining 4-14 days (until all scabs have completely flaked off). If you have dry skin: Use the A&D ointment I provide to you starting on the 3rd day of your initial appointment to help with itchiness. You may use a q-tip to apply a LIGHT coat of aftercare ointment twice a day for only 1 week.  Be gentle, do not pull off the scabs prematurely. Following this procedure will ensure the formation of thin scabs thus more color retention. Keep out of the sun for seven days. Then after seven days wear sunscreen to aid in the longevity of your tattoo. 

  • Do not scrub, rub or pick at the epithelial crust that forms. Allow it to flake off by itself. If it is removed before it is ready the pigment underneath it can be pulled out. 

  • Do not use any makeup on the brows for at least 14 days. 

  •  After the procedure is completely healed, you may go back to your regular cleansing and makeup routine. Avoid scrubbing the area. Use sun block after the procedure area is healed to protect from sun fading. 

  • FAILURE TO FOLLOW AFTER-CARE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INFECTIONS, PIGMENT LOSS OR DISCOLORATION. 

  • Cautions: If the skin around the eyebrows breaks out in a heat rash, small pimples, this is usually a reaction to the numbing solution and should go away by itself in a couple weeks,don’t pick. Please call immediately if this occurs so a technician can make note of the reaction and follow up to ensure this is not a more serious situation.

  • Do Not use any Retin-A or Glycolic Acids in the brow area during or after healing! 

  • Do Not scrub or pick treated areas! 

  • Do Not expose area to the sun or tanning beds! 

  •  Avoid swimming pool for 14 days! 

  •  Do Not dye or tweeze eyebrows for one week after the procedure!Failure to follow post procedure instructions may result in infection or loss/discoloration of pigment. 

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What is normal? 

  • Mild swelling, itching, light scabbing, light bruising and dry tightness. 

  • Too dark and slightly uneven appearance. After 2-7 days the darkness will fade, and once any swelling dissipates unevenness usually disappears. If it is too light or still a bit uneven after 6 weeks then we will make adjustments during the touchup appointment. 

  • Color change or color loss. As the procedure area heals, the color will lighten and sometimes seem to disappear in places. This can all be addressed during the touchup appointment which is why touchup is necessary. The procedure area has to heal completely before we can address any concerns. Healing takes about 6 weeks. 

  • A touchup may be needed 6 months to 1 year after the first touchup procedure depending on your skin, medications, and sun exposure. Your first touchup is 6 weeks after your initial appointment. Then every 6 months to 1 year to keep them looking fresh and beautiful. If most of the hair strokes/shading have faded, the entire procedure will need to be repeated. An email photo consultation may be necessary to determine if you need a touchup or a repeat of the entire procedure. 

  • Different effects on different individuals. e.g. different skin types affect the attachment of color. Most clients will need two sessions, some will only need one and some will need a third touch-up to complete the look at an extra charge.

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