Microblading is a semi-permanent brow tattoo performed with a small handheld tool, using a feather stroke technique to produce the appearance of fuller eyebrows and/or to enhance the natural features of the face. Microblading is a more subtle cosmetic tattoo. Traditional permanent tattoos use ink while cosmetic tattoo procedures involve pigments. These pigments are designed to gently fade over time. Fading is desired as it allows the artist to make changes to color and shape over the years as client’s natural coloration and facial changes occur.

The treatment is considered semi-permanent and will fade over time. Touch-ups are recommended every 1-2 years maintain shape, color, and detail. How often depends on a number of factors including:

- Skin type (oily skin fade faster)

- Pigment color used (lighter colors fade faster)

- Sun exposure (over time can cause fading and discoloration of the pigment)

- Use of daily anti-aging products e.g.- (Tretinoin (Retin-A) & Alpha Hydroxy). These products increase your cell turnover rate and will shorten the life of your cosmetic tattoo

We do all that we can to ensure that the process is as comfortable as possible.

Before the Microblading begins, a topical lidocaine anesthetic is applied to the area to minimize discomfort, followed by a second anesthetic during the procedure.

Some clients may feel a slight discomfort, but it’s relatively pain free for most.

Please let your artist know if you have a lidocaine allergy

It is recommended that you avoid working out for 10-14 days following your microblading appointment, until brows are healed.

Light exercising is allowed (minimal sweating), but you must clean the tattooed area with lukewarm water as soon as you are done exercising. The salt in sweat will fade the pigment very quickly and give poor results.

As a precaution to avoid any complications, we do not perform cosmetic tattooing on pregnant women as directed by the Iowa Department Of Health.

Two hours on average. During your appointment we will first do a consult with you, ensuring we are on the same page. Much of the time is spent measuring and drawing on a symmetrical set of brows (mapping) and agreeing on your perfect shape and color. The actual procedure itself takes about an hour.

The touch-up appointment will take about an hour.

In order to ensure that the brows heal perfectly a minimum of two treatments are usually needed 6-10 weeks apart on average.

This first touch-up is included as it gives us the ability to correct any areas that possibly faded or allows the client to make suggestions if they want adjustments with the shape or color.

-Immediately following your procedure, the tattooed area will appear to be darker and bolder in color and more sharply defined. This will last 3-4 days. Do not panic! It is normal.

- Swelling and redness is minimal with most clients, and will disappear within 24-48 hours. In some cases, it may last around the eyebrow area for up to 3 days, but will not prevent working or socializing. The treated area may feel a bit like a sunburn afterwards but there should only be minimal discomfort.

-The complete healing process takes about 6-8 weeks, at which time the true color of the microblading is evident. During this process, your brow color will soften and lighten. Be patient, even if you think too much color has been lost, as your skin is still regenerating and naturally exfoliating. Wait at least 6 weeks to see the true color, as it seems to take on new strength, and it is only after 6 weeks that your touch-up/adjustment can be done. Keep in mind that microbladed brows healed up to 30-50% softer than the initial color.

-Please note that final results can not be guaranteed as each unique skintype will hold pigments differently and break down at different rates. The tattooed hair strokes tend to have a more crisp look once healed on dry skin compared to more blurry strokes on oily skin. We will re-evaluate how your skin has received the pigment at your touch-up appointment and make any changes necessary.

-Microblading/PMU procedures normally require multiple treatment sessions. For best results, clients will be required to return for at least one re-touch appointment. This will take place approximately 6 weeks after the initial procedure. The re-touch cost is included in your initial session.

-Please be prepared that color intensity can be significantly darker and sharper immediately after the procedure. This will reduce by 30-50%.

-Although numbing cream is used during the procedure, slight sensitivity/discomfort can be still felt by sensitive clients towards the end of the procedure.

-Skin may be red and/or swollen after the procedure.

-Please do not drink alcohol the night before the treatment.

-A patch test will be performed, unless waived upon request.

-If you get your brows waxed, this should be done at least 48 hours prior to your procedure.

-Electrolysis treatment should be undergone no less than 5 days prior to your procedure.

-Chemical, laser peels and Retin-A treatments should not be performed 6 weeks before your procedure.

-Please advise your microblading/PMU artist if you are using a skincare product with medical grade retinol in its ingredients.

- Wash your hands thoroughly before touching the microbladed area.

-Until healed, Keep the tattooed area clean by rinsing with lukewarm water and patting dry with a disposable paper towel 3 times a day, then apply thin layer of the after care ointment provided. Apply using a disposable cotton swab or clean hands.

- You may shower or bathe normally, but avoid using any soaps or cleansers on the treated area until healed as they can be detrimental to the bonding process that must take place for the pigment to stabilize in the dermis.

- Do NOT pick or scratch at the dry skin/flakiness; let the skin fall off naturally. Picking can cause scarring and premature loss of pigment. IMPORTANT: Once the flakes have fallen off, a shiny layer of healing skin will completely cover the hair strokes. It will appear as though the eyebrows are gone. Within 1-2 weeks, the hair strokes will slowly reappear at a lighter shade as your skin regenerates.

- You must avoid working out for 1 week following your appointment. Light exercising is allowed (minimal sweating), but you MUST clean the tattooed area with lukewarm water as soon as you are done exercising. The salt in the sweat will fade the pigment very quickly and give poor results.

- Avoid direct sun exposure for the first 14 days. You MUST wear a hat while outside during the healing process.

- Do NOT apply make-up to the microbladed area until healed. Chemicals of any kind may interfere with the healing and color of your tattoo.

- No swimming pools, jacuzzis or other bodies of water until healed. This includes lakes and oceans.

-No saunas for 30 days

-No hot yoga until healed

- Do NOT soak your face underwater in a bathtub or allow the shower to spray directly in your face until healed

The healing process takes about 10-14 days