How LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR Microshading Brows to Heal?
Around a month for your brows to completely heal.This process is vital to ensure long-term success. You will be provided with aftercare instructions & healing cream to prevent infection. The brows will go through serval phases during the healing process, and not all of them are pleasing to the eye. The pigment will first appear sharp & dark, but the color will soften gradually. So, don't worry, and most importantly don't panic, this all apart of the process.
How LONG WILL MY MICROSHADED EYEBROWS LAST?
Being a semi-permanent eyebrow treatment, microshading could last from 1-3 years with proper maintenance and touch-ups which are recommended to lengthen the results. Your aftercare routine and general lifestyle in combination with your skin type will affect how long brows last.
WHAT IS LIP BLUSHING?
It is a lip tattoo that enhances and defines your lips. It can enhance and even out the natural color on your lips or add the color you desire. Your lips will appear darker and more like lipstick on the first day and soften as they heal to become a natural lip shade.
How do I prepare for my pmu procedure?
Do Not take aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oils, vitamin E, niacin, drink excessive alcohol at least 48 hours prior to or after procedure.
Do Not take any blood thinners 48 hours prior to or after procedure.
Discontinue any vitamin A skin care products (Retin-A, retinols) close to the area being treated at least 2 weeks prior to treatment. It is NOT recommended using these products over or around the tattooed cosmetic area after treatment. It could cause loss of color and/or distortion.
Discontinue use of AHA (chemical exfoliate) skin care products close to the area to be tattooed at least one week prior to procedure.
No Laser or electrolysis on or around the area one week prior.
No Botox or Filler in the area of treatment at least one week prior.
Do Not have chemical peels, dermabrasions, mesotherapy, or any other intense treatments which will cause faster skin cell rejuvenating and cause skin irritation 3-4 weeks prior to procedure.
If you have been on a prescribed Accutane in the past, you MUST wait at least one year before considering procedure.
Avoid Sun OR UV exposure 30 days prior and after procedure.
Limit caffeine consumption day of appointment.
What is the healing process for microshading?
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1st week- Your eyebrows will probably be a bit swollen and dark at first and skin might appear red around the treated area.This week is crucial to following the aftercare instructions.
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2nd week-During this week, the scabs will start to flake off and brows will appear lighter then they are supposed to be, but don't worry, its your skin regenerating and naturally exfoliating.Eyebrows will regain color after some time.
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4-5th week-Depending on your healing process, your brows will seem a little uneven and patchy, which is why you have the mandatory touch-up session.Touch-Up is done after the pigment has fully set in, which is never earlier then a month after treatment. It's purpose is to fill in any gaps and fix anything you want to change.
ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS OF MICROSHADING?
You can experience redness and itchiness just after the treatment and eyebrow might have some swelling. This perfectly normal, as well as scabbing that will follow a few days later, so prepare yourself for a little discomfort. It is CRUCIAL not to scratch it by no means.
How long does lip blushing last?
Results vary from person to person. After your initial treatment & touch-up results should last 2-4 years. Additional touch-ups may be required to achieve the desired look. Permanent makeup pigment is not the same as body art ink, and is not designed to last as long as body art ink.
Can PMU be done on everyone?
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Permanent Make-Up is not for everyone! In fact if any of the contraindications apply to you, this procedure is NOT recommended..
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Psoriasis in the treatment area.
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Diagnosed with an auto-immune disease
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Thyroid/ Graves Disease (medications may cause pigment not to retain properly)
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Anemia (pigment may not retain properly)
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History of Keloids or Hypertrophic scarring
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Currently undergoing chemotherapy
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Pregnant or Nursing cannot have services done. NO EXCEPTIONS
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Diabetes Type 1 & 2 ( due to slow healing & infection, color may or may not retain)
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If you are under a doctors care and have questions at all about being able to have the treatment done it is your responsibility to consult with your doctor and get approval.
When should i touch-up my microshaded eyebrows?
Touch-Ups are essential for any semi-permanent makeup treatment. The first follow-up appointment is built in the price for an obvious reason-it's mandatory. Follow-up is required 4-6 weeks after treatment. During this session, we will address any irregularities and fill in patches. Note that is you came in for only a light microshading effect, the tech may not require you to come in for a touch-up.
CAN MICROSHADED EYEBROWS BE REMOVED?
After some time, your microshaded eyebrows will fade. So, the best and safest method would be to wait it out. You can skip touch-ups and hopefully, the pigment will fade away in less then a year. If this is too long for you, there are alternative removal options, but note that it isn't really possible to remove them in one session.
WHAT TO EXPECT WITH LIP BLUSHING?
There will be moderate swelling , redness and possible bruising for a few days.
Apply cold compress to reduce swelling. Do not exceed 15 minutes at a time .
During the initial healing process the should be minimal scabbing and peeling.If there is scabbing or flaking DO NOT PICK IT! Allow the dry skin to come off naturally.
Expect the color to eventually lighten up by 30%-40% once the healing process is complete.
Color may appear uneven a different stages of healing.Be patient. This is a process that does not yield immediate results.
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DOES PMU HURT?
Pain levels vary from person to person. There is minimal discomfort , however a numbing agent is applied. Th medical grade topical numbing agent is used prior and during treatment to keep you pain free as much as possible.