What is Microblading?

Microblading is a form of permanent makeup that creates the appearance of brow hairs. The artist uses a very fine blade, made up of micro needles, to scratch individual hairstrokes into the skin whilst depositing pigment. This technique is ideal for those wanting to enhance the appearance of their eyebrows whilst keeping them looking as natural as possible.

Is Microblading right for you?

Unfortunately Microblading isn't suitable for everyone and it's important to take the following into consideration.

• You should not have the treatment whilst pregnant or breastfeeding
• You should not have the treatment if you have type 2 diabetes
• If you have chronic rosacea, acne, psoriasis or eczema near the brow area I would not recommend the treatment
• If you have very oily skin you may find that the treatment doesn't last very long and you will need frequent top ups. Machine hair stroke technique would be more suitbale and long lasting
• If you have enlarged pores on you forehead or deep wrinkles it may not be possible to get the crisp fine hairlike strokes that you desire
• If you have a serious disease such as cancer, epilepsy, autoimmune disorders a doctor's note is required
• If you have circulatory disorders a doctor's note is required
• If you're taking blood thinning medication then you should not have microblading
• If you are currently on strong retinoids you must wait 6 months after the treatment ends before having microblading

Tips to prepare for Microblading

To ensure Microblading lasts as long and evenly as possible follow the below advice so your skin is perfectly prepped for the treatment!

• Don’t drink any caffeine or alcohol 12 hours before your treatment
• Don’t take Vitamin E or any painkillers 12 hours before
• There’s no need to shape your brows before your treatment as I will do that for you, the bushier the better!
• If you normally tint your brows please do this at least 2 days before your microblading appointment
• Stop taking fish oil supplements 5 days before
• Do not excessively tan your face in the 2 weeks beforehand
• Do not have any facial peels, dermabrasion or laser treatments in the 2 weeks before your appointment
• If you have anti-wrinkle injections or fillers, make sure you have it done at least 2 weeks before microblading
• Stop using brow growth serums 2 weeks before
• Stop using creams/serums with Retinol or Vitamin A around your brow area at least 1 month before
• Stop taking vitamin A supplements 1 month before
• It may be worth washing your hair the day of your microblading appointment as you have to keep those brows dry for the next 2 weeks!

Post treatment advice

70% of your final result depends on the aftercare so make sure you follow all the advice below to ensure you get the best brows possible!

• Don't pick scabs or itch the brow area when it's still in the 2 week healing stage
• Only use aftercare cream provided, any other creams used on the tattoo may result in discolouration
• Keep brows completely dry for 2 weeks
• No baths, hot showers, sauna or steam room for 2 weeks
• No sweating for 2 weeks so avoid any heavy exercising
• No makeup on or around brows for 2 weeks
• Keep brows out of the sun for 4 weeks (if this is unavoidable you can use factor 50 after the initial 2 week healing procedure)