Microblading

• Cholesterol and blood pressure medications can cause slightly more bleeding, which could lead to the pigment mixing with it and not properly “sticking” to the skin. Although it is possible to get microblading done while on these medications, there is a chance that the finished product may look more faded than usual.

• Thyroid medications can cause microblading to fade slightly quicker and may require touch-ups sooner than those who are not on those medications.

• Supplements that cause blood thinning, such as fish oil, should be discontinued 1 week prior to microblading.

• Any medications that cause blood thinning, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, must be avoided.

• Microblading cannot be performed on those on using Accutane.

• Retinol and botox injections should be avoided 2-4 weeks prior to microblading.

• Cyclosporine (Restasis) may cause eyelid sensitivity, which can make the microblading process too uncomfortable for some. It is recommended that it be discontinued 1 month before microblading and to wait for 2 weeks after the microblading is completed to start it up again.

• Microblading should be avoided if by those who have recently received treatments, such as chemical peels, that can cause skin sensitivity and frailty.

• Diabetes and other conditions that can cause complications with the body’s healing process need to check with their doctor before receiving microblading.

• Those who suffer from an autoimmune disease or are receiving treatments that weaken the immune system have a higher risk of infection after receiving microblading.

• Hemophiliacs should not receive microblading.

• Those with skin conditions or irritations that affect the facial area, like psoriasis or eczema, should avoid microblading.

Remember, ALWAYS communicate with your esthetician about any treatments you may be on, medications you are taking, or physical conditions you have. It is important that you let them know if you are on any prescription/nonprescription drugs, or if you are using any supplements or topically applied products. DO NOT stop taking any medications or halt any treatments without consulting with your physician first. Ask your physician before getting microblading if you are on any medications, blood thinners, retinoids, or are suffering from any condition that weakens the immune system or complicates the healing process.

• Oily skin
• Iron deficiency
• Tanning frequently
• Sun exposure
• Exfoliants
• Smoking

• People who use accutane
• People with heart conditions or heart medications
• People with diabetes, unless there is a physician's note
• People with skin diseases or severe irritations
• Having applied botox in the last two weeks
• People allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine, or epinephrine
• Anyone with serious medical conditions
• Pregnant or nursing women (under own discretion)
• People allergic to hair dyes, gold, silver, nickel and topical make-up products**

**Unless a pigment patch test is performed 5-7 days prior.

• After a week, protect your eyebrows from all moisture.
• Avoid working out, saunas, tanning or swimming until healing process is done (4-6 weeks)
• At first, your eyebrows may appear slightly darker than expected; this darker color will fade away by 30-40% after a month.
• Don’t pick any scabs that may have formed from tiny cuts
• Avoid using any glycolic acids.
• Use only distilled water on your face (7-10 days after procedure)
• Apply light layers of Aquaphor ointment or healing balm. (Don’t over apply)
• Avoid makeup on your face for 10 days since this may cause infections.
• Avoid alcohol, ibuprofen and aspirin for 24 hours.

• Avoid alcohol, aspirin or ibuprofen and any other vitamins that may thin your blood two days before your appointment.
• Avoid tannings, chemical peels or face scrubs two weeks prior Microblading, since this may alter your natural skin color.
• Bring reference pictures of your desired look.