Brow Care Instructions

FOLLOW THESE STEPS FOR GREAT BROWS.

BROW PRECARE

BROW AFTERCARE

Proper preparation for your appointment sets us up for success, lowers the chance of problems, and makes healing easier.

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT.

Permanent makeup normally requires multiple sessions. To achieve the best results, you may need to come back for a touch up between 8-12 weeks after the initial appointment.
Be prepared for the color to be significantly sharper/bolder immediately after the procedure. This will subside & soften as the skin heals. This process can take 2 weeks or more.
**Please note: you will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
- Discontinue Retin-A at least 1 month prior (and avoid on eyebrow area after procedure).
- Refrain from use of any Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products close to the eyebrow area 1 month prior (and avoid on eyebrow area after procedure).
- Avoid chemical peels, laser treatments, microdermabrasion or facials for 1 month prior to procedure.
- Botox and filler on the forehead, temple, and eye area should be avoided 2 weeks prior to procedure. It takes at least 14 days to settle in the skin.
- No brow waxing, tinting, or threading two weeks prior (the more natural hair growth you have, the better! It is best for me to see how your brows grow naturally. I will clean them up for you at your appointment.)
Avoid sun and tanning one week prior to procedure.
- NO alcohol or caffeine 24 hours before procedure!
- Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E or Advil/Ibuprofen, or any other blood thinner for 24 hours before procedure. Tylenol is ok.
- Avoid Fish Oil, Prenatal Vitamins, Nutritional Shakes (Shakeology, etc), “Hair, Skin, Nail” supplements 24 hours prior to procedure.
- Wash your hair! You will need to avoid getting your brows wet (aside from washing them) for the next 7-10 days, so wash your hair the day of your appointment to give you a few extra days before you need to do it again!
- Makeup: Come to your appointment with or without makeup on - whatever you are most comfortable with. We will be taking before/after photos. If you normally wear brow makeup, it is helpful for me to see how you usually fill them in.
- RELAX! It’s normal to be nervous. Together, we are going to create the perfect brows for you! Take a deep breath and get EXCITED!

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FOLLOW THESE STEPS

to care for your new brows

IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT:

Approximately 30 minutes after your procedure, wet one of the cotton pads provided in your kit (you can also use a clean paper towel or napkin) with room temperature water. Then, gently wipe or pat your brows with the damp pad and fan dry.

Wait an additional 30 minutes then repeat once. This will help prevent potential scabbing from lymph build up.

THE FOLLOWING
DAYS 2-10:

After washing your hands, wet a cotton pad with room temperature/lukewarm water and gently wipe your brows in the direction of the hair growth. Avoid excessive scrubbing.

Pat or dab your brows dry with a clean paper towel or clean washcloth. Avoid using a body towel - they carry bacteria.

With your fingertip, apply a rice grain amount of After Care Balm (this will be enough for both brows - do not use too much balm). Use balm 2x daily for 7-10 days.

The balm provided should be enough for both your initial and touch up session. Please don’t discard the balm after your first appointment!

THINGS TO AVOID:

- Keep eyebrows dry (avoid them being submerged in water for too long; ex. swimming or sauna). Quick showers/washing face is fine, just avoid the eyebrow area. Steamy hot showers will open pores and soften scabs, so avoid this! Try to avoid shampoo / conditioner running down into brows. Use the provided shower shields for added protection!

- When brows are flaking/peeling, do not pick or scratch at them! This can pull pigment out of the skin!

- No sweating/exercise, tanning, direct sun exposure, waxing or threading.

- No makeup, eyebrow pencil, lotion or other facial products on the eyebrows. Keep anti-aging and acne products off forehead during healing process.

- If necessary, use an eyebrow pencil to touch up after eyebrows heal COMPLETELY.

ONGOING
CARE TIPS:

Wear SPF on your brows daily to prevent premature fading. Cannasmack Ink Guard on Amazon is great for targeted SPF application on the brow area.

Avoid retinols, AHAs/BHAs, or other products that encourage skin cell turnover on or near the brow area. Even if not placed directly on the brows, these active ingredients can still affect your permanent makeup once absorbed. Using these products on the forehead will lead to quicker fading and can cause an ashier appearance to the brows over time.

Skin treatments like microneedling, lasers, and peels will fade your permanent makeup faster. Ask your technician to avoid the brow area if receiving these treatments!

*Please Note: Effects vary, some skin types may not retain color as well. Most clients will need two sessions; some will only need one and some will need a third to achieve ideal results. FAILURE TO FOLLOW AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN INFECTIONS, PIGMENT LOSS OR DISCOLORATION.