Pre & Post Care
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Please refrain from all activities that may cause irritation of the skin or thinning of the blood prior to your appointment, including but not limited to:
Refrain from alcohol consumption 24 hours before your appointment
Refrain from excessive sun exposure, microdermabrasion, dermaplanning, laser treatment, and chemical peels 7-10 days before receiving Microblading.
Refrain from all medications that cause thinning of the blood including but not limited to: Aspirin, Advil, Aleve, Niacin, Fish Oil, Vitamin E, and Ibuprofen. Please consult your physician before stopping any medication.
Refrain from consuming caffeine the day of your appointment.
If you are to receive any waxing or hair removal in the treated area, please allow a minimum of 2-3 days between your appointments for the skin to heal.
You must be off any and all products containing Retinoids and AHA's/BHA's 7 days prior and 30 days post appointment. ie: hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid
If you are experiencing any blemishes, acne, cold sores, any other skin irritations, or have a mole in or around the area of procedure please contact me immediately via e-mail for a consultation. It is up my discretion to decide whether or not I have a workable surface. Failure to communicate any of these may result in a cancellation or rescheduling of your appointment. All deposits are nonrefundable.
If possible, please attend your Microblading appointment with a cleansed face. A workable surface is key to a successful session.
If you receive Botox, please ensure you leave 2-3 weeks in between session to ensure it doesn't effect the overall symmetry of your new cosmetic tattoo.
We refrain from working on individuals on Accutane and require our clients to be off the medication for a minimum of 1 year before receiving Microblading.
Please ensure you come to the appointment well hydrated and well fed. The process takes several hours and we want to ensure you're in a state of comfort.
Sensitivity is heightened during menstrual cycles.
Please refrain from bringing guests, if necessary, a single guest is permitted to attend your appointment. Space and maximum room occupancy is limited. (no children/persons under 18)
If you have been diagnosed with cancer or any extreme illnesses in the past, we require for you to have been in remission for a minimum of 1 year and have a signed note by a licensed physician in order to receive Microblading. The safety of our clients is our first priority.
Note: Although we've seen excellent results achieved in a single session, it is best to come in with the mindset that multiple session are sometimes required to achieve optimal results. Touch ups give us an opportunity to see how your skin heals, review pigment retention, and make any necessary adjustments.
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WHAT TO EXPECT:
Immediately following your procedure, the tattooed area will appear to be darker and bolder in color and more sharply defined. This can last up to a week after the treatment while the initial healing process takes place. The treated area may feel a bit like sunburn afterwards but there should be minimal discomfort.
During the initial healing period, there will be scabbing or flaking of the skin. When there is some scabbing or flaking, do NOT pick, and allow the scab or dry skin to come off on its own.
The complete healing process takes about 6-7 weeks, at which time the true color of the tattoo is evident. During this process, your tattoo will soften and lighten. Be patient, even if you think too much color has been lost, as your skin is still regenerating and naturally exfoliating. Wait at least 6 weeks to see the true color, as it seems to take on new strength, and it is only after 6-7 weeks that your touch-up/adjustment can be done.
WHAT NOT TO DO:
You may shower or bathe normally, but avoid getting any soaps, shampoos or other cleansers on the treated area for the first five days as they can be detrimental to the bonding process that must take place for the pigment to stabilize in the dermis.
DO NOT pick or scratch at the dry skin/flakiness; let the skin fall off naturally. Picking can cause scarring and premature loss of pigment. IMPORTANT: Once the flakes have fallen off, a shiny layer of healing skin will completely cover the hair strokes. It may appear as though the tattooed area has completely disappeared. Within 1-2 weeks, the hair strokes will slowly reappear at a lighter shade as your skin regenerates.
DO NOT apply make-up to the tattooed area for the first 2 weeks. Cosmetics of any kind may interfere with the healing and color of your tattoo.
DO NOT use Vaseline, Neosporin or other petroleum based products while healing.
DO NOT bleach, tint or dye the tattooed area for one month following the procedure.
DO NOT apply any anti-acne products (e.g. Benzoyl Peroxide, Salicylic Acid, Proactiv, etc.) or lightening creams (skin bleaching creams) such as hydroquinone to the treated area while healing.
No anti-aging products or facial products containing Alpha Hydroxyls (AHAs), Retin-A, Lactic or Glycolic Acids
Do not thread, wax, or use hair removal products on the treated area while healing.
NO exercising and/or sweating for a few days prior to getting tattooed and for two weeks after.
NO swimming pools, jacuzzis or other bodies of water for two weeks.
Do not soak your face underwater in a bathtub or allow the shower to spray directly in your face for two weeks.
ONCE HEALED:
Exposure to the sun over time can cause fading and discoloration of the pigment. Once completely healed, apply 30+ sunscreen on the treated area. Wear large sunglasses and a hat for further protection if needed. Rinse and dry the area thoroughly when in contact with chlorine.
Glycolic/salicylic/lactic/hyaluronic acid, microdermabrasion, and chemical face peel products must be kept away from the tattooed area as continued use could lighten the pigment.
If you are having laser resurfacing or laser hair removal after your tattoo has healed, please inform the laser technician. Continue at your own discretion. Laser procedures may darken, lighten, or discolor the tattooed area.
Once the treated area is completely healed, any changes or additions that need to be made can be done at your follow-up appointment no sooner than 6-8 weeks later.