MICROBLADING
What is Microblading?
Microblading also known across the globe as Cosmetic or eyebrow Tattooing, Nano Eyebrows, Permanent makeup, hairstroke brows, Microstroking, feather tattooing, 3D brows and Brow Micropigmentation first rose to fame in Asia in the the early 2000's, however the treatment technique (depositing pigment into the skin) originated centuries ago and has evolved over time. Microblading of the eyebrows is a manual technique whereby tiny needles clustered together in a row to form a thin blade to deposit pigment into the first layer of the skin to create and replicate hairstroke like patterns. The technique when performed correctly results in natural, realistic looking brows.
Advantages of Microblading?
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Natural and Realistic
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Remains for approx12 months
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Mostly a Pain free procedure
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The treatment can be performed much faster than micropigmentation (tattooed eyebrows using a machine)
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The hairstrokes appear up to three times finer than using the machine to create hairstrokes
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Ideal for dry to normal skin types
Before and After Microblading
Before
After
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How to prepare for a Microblading treatment (Pre-Treatment advice):
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Do not tan or use a sunbed two weeks prior to the treatment
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Do not have any type of facial/peel 2 weeks prior to treatment
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Discontinue use of Retinol or Vitamin A products one month prior to treatment
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Avoid exercises that will result in excessive sweating on the day of your treatment
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Do not have Botox 3 weeks prior to Microblading treatment
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Do not take Fish Oil, Vitamin E or any blood thinning products at least one week prior to treatment
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Avoid Alcohol or other drinks consisting of caffeine for 24-48 hours before the procedure.
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Avoid taking an aspirin or ibuprofen before the treatment
Aftercare Advice for Microblading
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Avoid touching the area with any items that may not be clean.
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Blot the area every 10 mins on the day of the Microblading treatment if lymph appears to avoid the lymph from hardening
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During the initial healing process (first 10 days) you should avoid getting your brows wet. However, you may wish to gently clean the brows on day 3 (post initial treatment) with a lightly dampened cotton pad if you have oily skin.
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Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate away. Picking can cause scarring or loss of color
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No facials, Botox, chemical treatments or microdermabrasion for 4 weeks post treatment
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Avoid exercises that may cause sweating for one week
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Avoid direct sun exposure or sunbeds for 4 weeks after procedure. If you are planning a holiday ensure you wear a cap/hat to protect the brows from the sun.
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Avoid heavy sweating and long hot showers for the first 10 days.
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Avoid swimming, saunas and steam rooms for the first 10 days
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Avoid topical makeup including sunscreen on the area for the first 10 days
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DO NOT rub, pick or scratch the treated area this may cause scarring.
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Ensure you apply a rice grain amount of healing balm (provided byy Alivia K Wood) to the skin on day 3 and every other day there after.
Microblading Healing Process
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Immediately after the treatment: Brows will appear defined
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Day 2-5: Brows will darken
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Day 5-10: Brows will begin to flake and may feel itchy
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Day 10-15: As part of your skins healing cycle the pigment will disappear
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Day 15-30: The pigment will then gradually reappear and present as faint and patchy just before the top up
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Day 30-45: Time to top up the pigment to ensure best results
Microblading is not suitable if any of the following apply:
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Under the age of 18 years
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On Blood thinning medication
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You have had an Organ transplant
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Have uncontrolled high blood pressure
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Pregnant or breastfeeding
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Diabetic
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You have Epilepsy
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Undergoing Chemotherapy or Radiotherapy
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you currently have a Viral infection and/or diseases
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You have a Pacemaker or have previously suffered from major heart problem
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Skin irritations or Psoriasis near the treated area (rashes, sunburn, acne, eczema etc.)
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You are Sick (cold, flu, Covid etc.)
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Used Accutane or steroids in the past year.
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Haemophiliacs
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Tendency to keloids