pre & post care

What to Avoid: Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen, or supplements like vitamin E, fish oil, and garlic) at least 48 hours before your appointment. These can increase bleeding during the procedure, affecting pigment retention.

Why It’s Important: Do not wax, thread, or use depilatory creams on your brows for at least one week before your appointment. This allows the skin to remain calm and prevents irritation during the procedure. It also allows us to see your natural shape, but don’t worry we will shape your brows after your session.

Protect Your Skin: Avoid tanning beds, excessive sun exposure, or sunburns at least one week before your appointment. Sunburned or overly tanned skin can affect pigment absorption and cause the skin to be too sensitive for the procedure.

No Harsh Skincare: Discontinue the use of retinol, alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), or other exfoliating products around the brow area for at least one week before your appointment. These products can cause sensitivity and increase the likelihood of skin irritation during the procedure.

Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your appointment to keep your skin hydrated and plump, which will help with pigment retention.

Healthy Skin: Make sure to moisturize your skin (but avoid over-applying the day before your procedure) to ensure your skin is in the best possible condition.

Sweat-Free Session: On the day of your appointment, avoid strenuous exercise as sweating may interfere with the procedure and your comfort during the session.

Style and Shape: Think about the style and shape of brows you desire. Bring in reference pictures of brow shapes you like or fill in your brows the way you like so we can get an idea of your preference, please remember that your technician will help design a shape that complements your face shape and natural brow growth.

Allow Time for Healing: If you’ve had Botox or dermal fillers, wait at least two weeks before getting your semi-permanent brows. The procedure may interfere with the healing process and affect the shape or appearance of your brows.

Blot Gently: After your procedure, gently blot the treated area with a clean tissue to absorb excess lymph fluid. Do this every 5 minutes until the oozing stops. This prevents the fluid from hardening and affecting the healing process.

Cleanse Daily: Gently cleanse the treated area twice daily (morning and night) at the sink to remove bacteria, oils, product build-up, and dead skin. Note: This will not remove the pigment!

Use a Gentle Cleanser: Use water and a mild, unscented soap (Cerave, Cetaphil, La Roche Posse). With a soft touch, use your ring fingertips to cleanse the area in smooth, gentle motions for 10 seconds.

Rinse Thoroughly: Be sure to rinse away all the soap with water.

Dry Gently: Pat the area dry with a clean tissue or towel. Do not rub or apply any cleansing products containing acids (glycolic, lactic, or AHA), or exfoliants, as these can interfere with healing.

Apply Aftercare Ointment: Use a small, rice-grain amount of aftercare ointment 3 times a day with clean fingertips. Lightly spread it across the treated area.

Avoid Over-application: Ensure the product is thin and barely visible on the skin. Over-applying can suffocate the skin and delay the healing process.

Keep Area Dry: Never apply the ointment to wet or damp skin to ensure optimal healing.

Fresh Pillowcase: Use a fresh pillowcase to avoid bacteria and irritation while sleeping.

Let Scabs Naturally Fall Off: Let any scabbing or dry skin exfoliate on its own. Picking can cause scarring and pigment loss.

No Facials or Skin Treatments: Avoid facials, Botox, chemical treatments, or microdermabrasion for at least 4 weeks after your procedure.

Avoid Sweating: Refrain from hot, sweaty exercise for the first week.

Sun Protection: Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning for 6 weeks post-procedure. Wear a hat if you are outdoors.

Avoid Hot Showers: Do not take long, hot showers during the first 10 days.

No Sleeping on Your Face: Avoid sleeping on your face for the first 10 days to prevent irritation and pressure on the treated area.

Avoid Swimming & Hot Tubs: Stay away from face-down swimming, lakes, or hot tubs for the first 10 days.

No Makeup or Sunscreen on Treated Area: Do not apply topical makeup, including sunscreen, on the treated area while healing.

Avoid Rubbing or Scratching: Do not rub, pick, or scratch the treated area to avoid irritation and scarring.

Limit Shower Time: Keep your showers to 5 minutes or less to minimize steam exposure.

Face Avoidance: Keep your face and the treated area dry while you wash your body. At the end of the shower, gently wash your hair.

Keep Water Minimal: The treated area should only get wet at the very end of the shower to avoid excessive moisture and hot water exposure.

Immediate Appearance: Right after your treatment, your brows will appear darker and more defined. This is normal, as the pigment is still fresh and may look intense.

Slight Redness and Swelling: You might experience some minor redness or swelling around the treated area, but this will subside within a few hours to a day.

Tenderness: Your brows may feel tender or slightly sore to the touch, but this should not last long.

Crusting and Peeling: During this time, you may notice your brows start to scab or peel as part of the natural healing process. This is completely normal and is a sign that the skin is regenerating.

Lighter Color: As the scabs begin to flake off, the pigment underneath may appear lighter and less defined. This is known as the "ghosting phase," and it’s temporary—don’t worry, your brows will regain their color and vibrancy as healing progresses.

Itchiness: The treated area may feel slightly itchy, but it’s important not to scratch or pick at the area, as this can cause scarring or loss of pigment.

Appearance Fades: Around this time, your brows may appear even lighter, patchy, or grayish. This is a normal part of the healing process, often referred to as the “ghosting phase.”

Patience is Key: The skin is still healing, and the pigment is settling deeper into the skin, so don’t panic. This phase is temporary, and your brows will begin to heal and darken as they settle into place.

More Defined Brows: By this stage, the brows should be beginning to look more natural as the pigment is settling in. The color should be more uniform, and the brows will appear fuller and more defined.

Final Healing: You may notice some areas are still healing and settling into the skin.

Final Appearance: By day 30, your brows should be almost fully healed and showing their true color. The pigment will have darkened and become more defined.

Low Maintenance: Your brows will be fully healed and ready for everyday activities. You won’t need to worry about them smudging or fading, and they will frame your face effortlessly.

By the end of the first 6 weeks, your brows should be fully healed, vibrant, and ready to be shown off. If any areas seem slightly uneven, don't worry—this can be corrected with a touch-up appointment.

Follow Aftercare Instructions: To ensure the best results, follow the aftercare instructions provided by your technician, including avoiding picking at scabs, excessive sun exposure, and applying makeup on the treated area.

Touch-Up Appointment: After the first 6-8 weeks, you may want to schedule a touch-up to refine the shape and color, ensuring your brows stay perfect long-term.