Microblading & Powder Brows
What is Microblading?
Properly shaped eyebrows will frame your face, create a more youthful appearance, and take tons of time off your daily makeup routine!
Microblading, also known as eyebrow embroidery, 3D eyebrows, or feathering, is a form of permanent makeup that artistically enhances the overall appearance of the eyebrow to mimic natural-looking hair.
Unlike traditional tattooing, which uses a machine, microblading artists manually apply each hair stroke into the superficial layers of the skin using a sterile and disposable handheld tool. The technique uses color pigment formulated to match your original eyebrow shade and blends perfectly into your natural eyebrows once healed.
The results are a realistic, natural, fuller looking eyebrows.
Two-Appointment Process
Your eyebrow transformation is not completed until after the touch-up appointment. Your touch-up appointment will be scheduled for approximately 4-6 weeks after your initial appointment. This allows enough time for the pigment in the epidermis to properly heal so we can assess the color retention and make adjustments as necessary.
Results vary per person and can only be determined once the skin has fully healed. The pigment will lighten 20-40% during the healing process and certain hair strokes may completely disappear and seem patchy. This is completely normal and the reason for the touch-up. Skin cells also turn over more frequently on oilier skin types causing the color to fade quicker than drier skin types.
Those with oilier skin types may require more frequent touch ups or consider Ombré /Powder Brows.
Microbladed eyebrows will fade over time and an annual Color Boost is recommended to keep them looking fresh. Every client retains pigment differently based on skin type, age, sun exposure, daily routine, etc. The results will typically last between 9 months to 18 months and there may be traces of pigment in the skin for up to 5 years.
Is Microblading for you?
Microblading is ideal for clients with sparse brow hair looking to restore the appearance of natural-looking hair in their brows.
This technique is an excellent option for anyone suffering from alopecia, trichotillomania or any other condition that causes hair loss, as well as those who simply aren’t pleased with their eyebrows.
Is microblading painful?
Most people report only feeling minor pressure or discomfort and less pain than a typical tattoo due to the use of a numbing cream. Of course, this will depend on your own personal tolerance to pain. Some level of pain or discomfort should be expected.
We do not recommend Microblading for the following:
Those prone to keloids or post-inflammatory hypo-pigmentation
Unfortunately, since microblading involves opening the skin, it is our policy not to work with these conditions.
If you have a transmittable blood disease such as HIV or Hepatitis
Again, to prevent the transmission of blood-borne pathogens, we do not work with these conditions.
If you've had Juvederm, Botox, or other fillers in that area
Again, to prevent the transmission of blood-borne pathogens, we do not work with these conditions.
If you've had Juvederm, Botox, or other fillers in that area
If you use any of the following, it should be performed 2 weeks prior to or 2 weeks after your microblading appointment.
Patients undergoing Chemotherapy
Although microblading is great for restoring eyebrows, we recommend microblading prior to your treatment and require a doctor’s note for anyone undergoing chemotherapy.
If you have any kind of skin condition on or near your eyebrows
Including eczema, shingles, rashes, etc.
If you are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
We do not perform microblading during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This is the policy for most permanent makeup artists.
If You Have Recently Had Cosmetic/Laser Tattoo Removal In The Eyebrow Area
You must wait at least 8 weeks after removal to have permanent makeup done in the eyebrow area.
Those with dark pre-exisiting eyebrow tattoos
The tattoo/permanent makeup must be light enough for us to re-work. If you have a previous eyebrow tattoo, please send us an email to info@BeautyByNilda.com and include a picture of your eyebrows with no makeup, so we can evaluate.
Those with dark pre-exisiting eyebrow tattoos
The tattoo/permanent makeup must be light enough for us to re-work. If you have a previous eyebrow tattoo, please send us an email to info@BeautyByNilda.com and include a picture of your eyebrows with no makeup, so we can evaluate.
Those with allergies to alcohol or numbing agents
If you think you might have an allergy to our pigment, anesthetic, or alcohol, then you may have a reaction to our work
Anyone under the age of 18. Microblading is for adults only!
We do not recommend microblading for anyone under the age of 18. It is our policy at Beauty By Nilda not to work with children, even with a consent form.
Anyone under the age of 18. Microblading is for adults only!
We do not recommend microblading for anyone under the age of 18. It is our policy at Beauty By Nilda not to work with children, even with a consent form.
If you are taking certain medications
Microblading and permanent makeup are not recommended if you are taking certain medications. Contact us if you need more detailed information.
Pre-Care Instructions
To achieve the best results, it is essential that you understand and follow the pre-care and after-care instructions.
Please make sure to bring a government issued photo ID to your appointment. Must be 18 years of age.
- Do not drink caffeine and alcohol 24 hours prior to your appointment.
- Do not take blood thinning medications (with consent from your physician) and supplements such as vitamin E, Fish Oil, aspirin, niacin, or ibuprofen 24 hours prior to appointment.
- Avoid high vitamin supplements (i.e. power shakes/greens & “Hair, Skin, Nail” vitamins) 24 hours prior to appointment.
- Avoid intense tanning 1 week prior to your appointment.
- Discontinue Glycolics, Chemical Peels, Retin-A and any eyebrow growth serums 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
- Refrain from using any Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products near brows 2 weeks prior to and 2 weeks after appointment.
- Check your moisturizer, facewash, BB/CC creams and makeup/primers for acid containing ingredients
- If you use Botox, it should be performed 2 weeks prior to or 2 weeks after your appointment.
After-Care Instructions
Day 1-10: Wash & Moisturize
- Gently wash (AM/PM) with water; (no cleanser)
- Gently moisturize (AM/PM) with rice grain amount of provided ointment.
- DO NOT over-apply, as this will suffocate your skin and delay healing.
- Avoid getting the area wet for up to 10 days, which includes keeping your face dry during a shower.
- Don’t wear makeup for at least a week. This is because the pigments are still settling into the shallow cuts in your skin caused by the blading.
- Don’t pick at scabs, tug, or itch the eyebrow area.
- Avoid saunas, swimming, and excessive sweating until the area is completely healed and you have a follow-up appointment.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- DO NOT put anything on brows & AVOID hot, sweaty exercise for 10 days.
- DO NOT rub, pick, or scratch the treated area, allow natural exfoliation!
- DO NOT use products containing acids (glycolic, lactic, or AHA), or exfoliants.
After the healing process is completed
- After the scabbing has naturally exfoliated (approx. 10-14 days), use sunscreen on your brows in the sun.
- Avoid using retinol, anti-aging, skin brightening or lightening properties near brows.
- Avoid scrubbing or exfoliating properties on brows (around your brows is okay)
- We supply full instructions during your appointment & everything you'll need for proper after-care
