Brow aftercare.
Caring for your new brows.
Blot your brows with a water wipe or damp paper towel to remove any blood or lymph build-up and prevent scabbing. Blot every 15 minutes for the first hour after your appointment. Continue to blot every 30 minutes until weeping subsides. Avoid using aftercare ointment until you no longer need to blot.
Cleanse brows each morning and evening. Apply 2-3 drops of aftercare cleanser to wet hands. Lather, gently wash and pat dry. Allow to air dry for 15 minutes before applying aftercare ointment. Never put ointment on a wet or damp tattoo!
Apply a very thin layer of aftercare ointment 5-7 times per day with clean hands.
Avoid exposure to dust, debris or pet dander for 5 days.
Sleep on a clean pillowcase.
Do NOT rub, pick or scratch your brows. Never touch fresh work with dirty hands.
No facials, botox, chemical treatments, microdermabrasion, tanning, or direct sun exposure for 4 weeks. Wear a hat when spending time outdoors.
No tweezing, waxing, hot or sweaty exercise, steamy hot showers, swimming, or sleeping on your face for 10 days.
No topical makeup or sunscreen on your brows for 2 weeks. Applying sunscreen daily once healed will prolong the life of your permanent makeup.
Avoid cleansers and skincare products containing acids or exfoliants on your brows until fully healed.
Avoid direct shower spray on your brows for 10 days. Rinse shampoos and conditioners away from your face.
What to expect.
Day 1-3
Brows will oxidize and appear very dark and bold.
Weeping of blood and lymphatic fluid typically subsides by day 2.
Day 4-7
Peeling/flaking of dark outer layer of skin begins to reveal softer, lighter color.
Day 8-14
Most clients are fully healed between 7 and 10 days after the procedure. Brows may fade up to 40% from immediately after the procedure. Retention rates vary from client to client. Every client's skin accepts pigment differently and proper aftercare and returning for your follow-up appointment are essential for achieving the best possible outcome.
Follow-up Appointment
It is highly recommended that you return for your follow-up appointment in 6-8 weeks. This appointment provides an opportunity to correct any issues that arise throughout the healing process and make any desired adjustments. Your artist may notice potential issues that you are unable to see. Any touch-ups requested more than 12 weeks after your initial appointment are considered a refresh.
Refresh Appointments
Most permanent makeup will fade and require a refresh every 2-5 years. Color shift may also occur as the body attempts to metabolize the implanted pigment. This is normal and can be easily corrected with a neutralizing pigment shade during your refresh.