Question 1

What is Microblading?

Accepted Answer

This is the process of infusing pigment into the skin to simulate the appearance of natural hair. It is considered a tattoo, and permanent makeup. Although it is considered permanent makeup, it fades over time. Touchups are suggested once a year in order to keep the color fresh and shape precise.
Microblading is meant to be a subtle natural enhancement, and to create fuller more beautiful brows. It looks most natural on clients who already have semi full brow hair, and are wanting to perfect their shape. The more hair you have, the more natural it will appear.
Microblading heals best on young, healthy, and dry/normal skin.
Oily skin and aging/thin skin is not recommended for microblading. Results will not heal as well, or look as natural. If you are in this category, you would be a better candidate for the hybrid or powder brow.

Question 2

Am I a suitable candidate for Microblading?

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Not everyone is suitable for microblading, here are some examples that would immediately not qualify you for the procedure.
 
-Using Accutane
-Pregnant or nursing
-Have cancer and are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation.
-Have heart conditions or using heart medications (will require a physician's note)
-Taking blood thinners or antibiotics (will require a physician's note)
-Have diabetes (will require a physician's note)
-Have skin disease or irritations
-Have had Botox in the last 2 weeks
-Have gotten a deep tan or chemical peels in the last 2 weeks
-Allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine or epinephrine
-Anyone who has any serious medical conditions may require a physician's note.

​​***We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who we deem not suitable for this procedure or for any other reason. We will make the decision to microblade an individual based on own discretion***
 
YOU MUST ADVISE YOUR ARTIST PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT IF YOU HAVE A PRE EXISITING MEDICAL CONDITION.

Question 3

How much do you charge?

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MICROBLADING: $450
POWDER BROWS: $490
HYBRID BROWs: $490
6-8 WEEK TOUCH UP $100
6-8 MONTH REFRESHER $200
YEALY TOUCH UP: $300

Question 4

Do I need a consultation?

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Consultations are NOT necessary unless you have had previous brow work done. We do a full consult on the day of your appointment to discuss your brow goals and your expectations and then we decide the best technique for you.
 
If you have VERY thin/aged/wrinkly skin we will require you to come in for us to acess your skin, generally this skin type is not suitable for permanent makeup.
 
Consults are $50 and if you are suitable and you do choose to book an appointment the consult fee will be applied to your future appointment.

Question 5

How do I prepare for my appointment?

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If you have reference pictures, please feel free to bring these to your appointment. Along with the pencil or powder you are currently using. We like you to come with your brows filled in how you would normally do them so we can see what shape, size and colour you are used to.
If you tint your brows you will want to do so 4-5days before your appointment.
You must not use Retin-A near the brow area 2 weeks before or after the procedure.
You will need to avoid water for 7 -10 days after! This includes excessive sweating, pools, lakes, salt water, and extreme sun exposure, so plan your vacations accordingly!
No Botox, fillers, Microdermabrasion, chemical peels or anything of the like for at least 2 weeks prior to your procedure, and also two weeks after.

Doing any of the following will cause excessive bleeding during your procedure and will hinder your final result!!
Do not work out the day of your appointment.
You should not take any medications that may thin your blood (i.e. Aspirin, Ibproferen) 72 hours before or immediately after your procedure.
Do not drink alcohol within 24 hours of your procedure.
Avoid caffeine for 12 hours before your procedure. (Caffeine increases blood flow and will effect your healed results).

Question 6

What factors will affect my Permanent makeup?

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Oily Skin: Increased oil production can cause hairstrokes to blur and heal lighter and powdery.
Smoking: Smokers may notice that their Semi-Permanent Cosmetics will fade faster.
Anemia and iron deficiency: Your body will absorb these iron based pigments more quickly.
Sun exposure: Increased exposure to the sun will cause premature fading. You will want to use a special sunscreen for your Semi-Permanent Cosmetics; I recommend Color Guard. You can find it on Amazon.
Age and metabolism. The Faster your metabolism the faster the pigment will fade.
Bleeding during the procedure: Excessive bleeding during your procedure will greatly affect how your body retains pigment. While this is not entirely in our control, it is important that you follow before care instructions to help minimize bleeding. This includes avoiding blood thinning medications, alcohol, and caffeine 24 hours before your procedure.

Question 7

How long will my new brows last for?

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Since microblading pigments are not implanted into the skin as deep as traditional tattoos, the area will naturally fade over time.

Microblading typically lasts 12-18months, depending on skin type (normal, oily, dry), age (youthful/mature). 
 
Skincare routine will also affect the lasting effect of the pigment: patients who tan, uses products with AHA or Glycolic Acid will fade faster as your skin will resurface faster. Each individual's colour retention within the skin will vary. 
 
To maintain the brows looking fresh, a touch up is suggested every 12-18 months. Clients can let the microbladed area fade over time, but please note a slight shadow may remain.

Question 8

Is the touch up session necessary?

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Yes! A touch up session after 6-8 weeks is necessary as everyone heals differently and outcome will vary. Certain areas may not pick up during first session and will need to be refilled. 
Pigment colour may need to be adjusted, brow thickness and more strokes can be added. Individuals with oily skin often require a deeper shade during the touch up session as the oils tend to lighten the pigment. Most importantly, your touch up session is when we refine your brows to ensure it looks perfect and retains the colour for the whole year!

Question 9

"I have had my brows tattooed before, can you fix them/ touch them up?"

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We require that anyone who has had their brows tattooed previously by another artist text us a picture BEFORE booking an appointment.
This way we can discuss your options and schedule sufficient time.
It is quite common for us to send you for a session of removal first in order for us to work over your old work
 
Any client coming to us from a different artist is considered a new client, with new client prices.

Question 10

How long does it take?

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For the first Microblading session, the entire procedure should take about 2.5-3 hours. During this session, we will measure, draw, shape and style your brows for approval. We will then follow with pigment colour selection.  
Once you are satisfied with the choices, the procedure will begin.
You should then come in for a follow up visit in order to have any minor or necessary touch ups. 
The second microblading session takes place 6-8 weeks after the initial session. This session will take approximately 1-1.5 hours to complete.

Question 11

Risks and complications?

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We take all proper precautions for a safe session by using sterilized equipment, completely new, sanitized, one time use blades and in a clean and sanitized environment.
 
Should clients follow our pre and post care instructions, there should be minimal risks or complications.
 
Although allergic reactions to the pigments are rare, it could be possible for certain individuals. 
We suggest a pigment patch test for individuals who have high skin sensitivities or are sensitive to:
Topical makeup products
Gold, silver and nickel
Hair dyes
Patch tests should be performed 5-7 days prior.

Question 12

What if I do not like it?

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As with all cosmetic procedures, individuals should not make their choices lightly.  
We always recommend clients do their research, understand the procedure and compare different artists' work and portfolio when making their decisions. 
 
Our brow technicians will do their utmost to shape and style the eyebrows to the clients satisfaction prior to the procedure.
Every effort will be made to achieve an even appearance, but please realize our faces are never perfectly symmetrical. Uneven appearance can be fixed during the touch up session. Pigment discoloration and color correction can also be fixed during the the touch up session.
 
Microbladed brows will eventually fade away if no additional touch ups are done.

Question 13

Is it Painful?

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The pain level for the procedure is considered mild to none.  Prior to the procedure your brow technician will apply a topical anesthetic to numb the area, and also reapplied during the procedure.  
Everyone responds differently to anesthetic; depending on the client, the feeling of the procedure has been described as light cat scratches to not feeling anything.
 
Topical anesthetics used may contain lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine and epinephrine. 
After the procedure, redness and slight swelling in the area is normal.
 
Clients describe the area feeling similar to a light sunburn.  Clients can take Tylenol but NOT aspirin or ibuprofen.

Question 14

How do I book an appointment?

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You can book an appointment directly through the website, please visit the tab 'Brows' and it will guide you through the booking steps

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