Please read the following and follow as closely as possible.

Overview

Microblading procedure normally requires multiple treatment sessions. For the best results, clients will be required to return for at least one re-touch appointment. This will take place 6-8 weeks after the initial procedure. Those with oily skin may require an additional touch up.

Please be aware that color intensity will be significantly darker immediately after the first session and a few days after the initial procedure, but the color will reduce by 30-40% the 7 days following the procedure.

Although numbing cream is used during the procedure, sensitivity or discomfort may still be felt. Skin may be red and/or swollen after the procedure. This will disappear in about 20 minutes after the procedure is finished.

• You may wear your normal make up on the day of your procedure
• Please do not drink alcohol 24 hours prior to the treatment
• Please avoid any blood thinners prior to the appointment ( if permitted by your doctor)
• Please do not shape or wax your brows before the procedure. Your technician will shape brows during the procedure
• No electrolysis for at least 5 days before the procedure
• Botox, AHA products and retinoids should be avoided for 2 weeks prior to the procedure
• Exfoliating treatments such as microdermabrasion should not be performed within 2 weeks prior to procedure
• Chemical and laser peels should be avoided at least 4 weeks prior to procedure
• Patients prone to cold sores/fever blisters should take an anti-viral prior to treatment
• Hormone therapies can affect pigmentation and/or cause sensitivity
• Avoid tanning 7 days prior to the procedure

Topical Anesthetic Advice

Numbness and discomfort we cannot accept responsibility if the area to be treated does not respond to the numbing cream. Each individual is different according to skin type. Some clients report the area to be completely numb, while others may experience some discomfort.

Avoid permanent makeup if you have the following 

• Liver disease – high risk of infection
• Pregnancy/Nursing
• Comprised skin near brow area
• Currently undergoing Chemotherapy/Radiation

Please read the following and follow as closely as possible.

Please follow these instructions for 7-10 days after the procedure to improve and prolong the results of your pmu/cosmetic tattoo. 

If you don’t follow these instructions, it can greatly affect your pmu/cosmetic tattoo results!

You will be given a take home Aquaphor product that will be applied to the treated area 3-4 times a day. This ointment will be used to keep the treated area hydrated, during the healing process. ( 7-10 days)

You may blot for the first few hours with a clean and damp paper towel to remove any excess fluids, if necessary.

NOTE** brows will be darker 24 hours following the procedure. This color will fade 30-40% during the next 7-10 days 

Cleansing:

Pmu/cosmetic tattoo post-care is very important to the appearance and longevity of your new eyebrows. Do not let any water, lotion, soap, or makeup touch your eyebrow area during the first 24-48 hours following the procedure.

During the healing process you may take a damp paper towel to lightly clean the area. After 24-48 hours you may shower and wash your face. During this time avoid direct water pressure on the treated area. Soaps and lotions may be used on the face, but avoid any of these products on or near the treated area for at least 7-10 days.Please continue to apply the ointment given to you for 7 days following the procedure.

During the healing process if you my find yourself outside or in a sunny area wear large sunglasses or a hat to cover/shade the treated area.

The following must be avoided during 7- 14 days post- procedure:

• Increased sweating
• Practicing sports
• Swimming
• Hot sauna, hot yoga, hot bath, Jacuzzi, and refrain from swimming in saltwater or chlorinated pools for 14 days
• Sun tanning or salon tanning
• UV/UVA Rays or chemicals as they have been known to cause a shift in color and premature fading
• Any laser or chemical treatments or peelings, and/or any creams containing Retin-A or Glycolic acid on the face or neck
• Picking, peeling, or scratching of the micro pigmented area in order to avoid scarring of the area or removal of the pigment
• Performing tasks related to heavy household cleaning such as garage or basement cleaning where there is a lot of airborne debris
• No makeup should be applied directly on the brow during the healing process
• Drinking alcohol in excess, as it may lead to slow healing of wounds
• Driving in open air vehicles such as convertibles, boats, bicycles, or motorcycles
• Touching of the eyebrow area except for when rinsing and applying the post-care cream with a cotton swab
• Give at least 14 days after the procedure for any facial treatment including peels.
• If you are due to give blood after the procedure, please inform your nurse about the treatment you have had as this might alter the results.

Please wash your face carefully around the eyebrow without getting a lot of water on the treated area. During the shower, keep your face away from the showerhead or take a bath.

Itching and flaking may appear during the first seven days post- procedure. However, experience has shown that by following these after-care instructions, these symptoms may quickly disappear.

If you have any unexpected problems with the healing of the skin, please contact INKSPIRATIONAL STUDIO immediately via phone or email , to discuss further instructions.

Contact a physician if any signs or symptoms develop such as the following: fever, redness at the site, swelling, tenderness of the procedure site, elevated body temperature or any colored discharge from the treated area.