Pre/Post Microblading Instructions

So you’ve decide to take the brow plunge and get your brows microbladed! YAHOO!

Please read all of the following information to ensure you are well prepared for your appointment and know what to expect in advance.

Contraindications:

This treatment may not be for you if any of the following apply:

• Are pregnant or nursing
• Are using skincare containing retinol, AHAs/BHAs, hydroquinone, and benzoyl peroxide. (Must discontinue use a minimum of 14 days prior to the appointment)
• Have had a chemical peel within the last 4 weeks
• Has had Botox done within the last 2 weeks
• Are taking Accutane (must be off for at least 6 Months)
• Are taking antibiotics
• Are taking prescription blood thinning medications (Must discontinue use 1 week prior to the appointment)
• Are diabetic (Consult your doctor to receive a note)
• Undergoing Chemotherapy
• Have skin conditions such as severe acne, keloid scarring, eczema or psoriasis (in the area to be treated)
• Sick with a cold or flu-like virus
• Have a sunburn

How to prepare for the appointment:

• Discontinue the use of skincare containing retinol, AHAs/BHAs, hydroquinone, and benzoyl peroxide 2 weeks prior to the treatment.
• Avoid having facials treatments or chemical peels 4 weeks prior
• Avoid sun/tanning bed exposure for 2 weeks BEFORE and AFTER the procedure.  The skin can be extremely sensitive and irritated from a sunburn, so we cannot perform the treatment if there is a sunburn present. If the client has a rich, and recent tan, the skin will naturally exfoliate at a quicker rate, and therefore the pigment will lighten more than the average.
• Do not consume alcohol, caffeine or over the counter blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen) 48 hours before your procedure, to avoid excess bleeding. Excess caffeine can also tend to make the client more sensitive to pain.
• If they are planning to have a Brow Lamination or a Hybrid Brow Tint service done, it must be done no sooner than 6 weeks prior to your appointment. Brow lamination can alter the natural direction of the brow hair, and we want to ensure that when we do the microblading treatment, we blend the strokes as best as possible with the natural hair pattern.
• If you are planning on having their brows tidied up before the microblading treatment, waxing or threading services must be done at least 72 hours prior.  The skin can be very sensitive after having them waxed/threaded and we do not want to cause irritation or a reaction.
• If you would like to do a classic brow tinting, that must be done at least one week prior.
• Botox & Fillers must be avoided two weeks before and after the treatment.
• It’s notable to know that booking your appointment near your monthly cycle can make you more sensitive.