Microblading is a form of tattooing where hairlike strokes are put into the skin using a manual handtool to mimic your natural eyebrow hairs, rather than a solid eyebrow shape using an electric machine (like traditional eyebrow tattooing).

The pigments used during cosmetic procedures are also different than regular tattoo pigments whereas they are made to soften, lighten and still keep their hue over time - which means that this procedure is semi-permanent!

Microblading allows for you to have natural looking eyebrows without having to apply makeup, however does not 100% eliminate the need for makeup especially if you like your brows to be bold sometimes.

I always tell everyone that if you're wearing a full face of makeup that you'll still want to pop a little bit of makeup over your brows just to make sure the saturation matches the rest of your face.

Most of my clients experience little to no pain.

I use two different types of topical anesthetics during my procedures. The first goes on before the procedure to “pre-deaden” the area and the second goes on after the skin has been broken to numb even further. I have tested quite a few products over the years and these two work extremely well. :)

I have noticed that people who have red hair and those who smoke tend to not respond as well as others to the anesthetics. Having the procedure done during your menstrual cycle can also result in heightened sensitivity.

Everyone responds to anesthetics differently, and everyone has a different pain threshold so some people can experience a little discomfort. But the tattooing part is the quickest part of the entire process and it's really not bad at all. :)

Permanent makeup is for the person who is looking to make their makeup routine easier and/or minimal. It is good for those who are active “on the go” and struggle with their makeup staying in place during the day.

However there are factors that play a part in the cosmetic tattoos and how they will heal from person to person. If you have excessively oily skin, large pores or have ever suffered from severe acne the hair strokes I create will heal softer or “blurred” leaving you with more of a soft powdered brow rather than the defined, separate hair strokes that it will look like immediately after your procedure.

If you are in the sun or use tanning beds often the pigment will fade quicker. For those who bleed heavily or smoke you can experience more pigment "fallout" or excessive fading. You could also cause the pigment to fade quicker if you have chemical peels or have laser treatments done on or near the tattooed area. If you have taken Accutane in the past you must wait at least one year before receiving permanent makeup.

Once the area is healed make sure to wear sunscreen (unless it’s eyeliner - don’t put sunscreen in your eyes! Wear large sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun!) and keep the area moisturized.

Please remember, everyone heals differently. Results will vary depending on skin type and can only be predicted and cannot guaranteed because pigments will break down at different rates.

Microblading heals the "best" on normal to dry skin types, but that doesn't mean that it can't do well on other skin types. Skin is such a weird medium to work with - I've had clients who I didn't think would heal too well heal great! I have also had clients who I thought would heal great who didn't end up healing the way I thought they would.

Following the aftercare instructions I give you will help you heal to the best ability that your skin can do! With microblading it usually takes two procedures to reach desired results - almost all clients need the first follow up appointment to add boldness and touch up any areas that the pigment has lightened.

Note: For those that are extremely picky please take into consideration that you must have realistic expectations. With this technique, as stated before, I am only able to predict how you will heal. There will be fading and areas that will need to be touched up. I am also not a robot so it is not possible for me to create the exact same hairstrokes in the exact same places on each brow. Faces aren't symmetrical. Bodies aren't symmetrical.

I will always do my best to use techniques that are specific to your skin type to ensure optimal healing however you must have patience and understand that pigment and skin are a much harder medium to work with rather than paint and a canvas. For more difficult skin types sometimes it takes 3 sessions before we reach your desired results.

And remember - my consultations will always be free so if you are interested but have some questions after reading through this FAQ you can text me to set up a consultation. :)

Allergic reactions are possible with anything at any time, however I haven't had issues with the products I currently use.

I have had one person tell me that they had a sensitivity to the grapeseed oil I give in the aftercare kit, and over the years have had a few people experience excess sensitivity after a lashline appointment. If you are allergic/sensitive to grapeseed oil I can give you an alternative, and if your eyes are naturally very sensitive you should not schedule an appointment for a lashline enhancement.

The pigments I use contain only highest quality raw ingredients. Each pigment batch is tested for impurities and heavy metals and is approved by InkCert; fulfilling all toxicological demand of CoE ResAp. Less impurities mean that skin will be more perceptive to pigment, which will create better healed results. They're non toxic, non corrosive, non irritating, non photo-toxic; meeting all health standards and are sterilized according to medical device directive.

I offer patch tests to anyone who feels that it is necessary. I will use the anesthetics, pigment, and needles that I would use for your actual cosmetic procedure. I will hand poke tiny freckle sized dots into the edge of your hairline behind your ear so that they aren’t visible. I like to allow a week for your “freckles” to go through the healing process to ensure your body goes through the healing process without any reactions before deciding it is okay to go ahead and perform the full procedure.

If you have any further questions on ingredients or materials used during my procedures please contact me! If you would like to do a patch test you must tell me before booking a procedure appointment.

​Patch tests can be scheduled after you've already successfully booked an appointment online. If for some reason you do have a reaction to any of my supplies I will refund your $100 deposit for your booked appointment along with the $50 cost of the patch test since I will not be able to tattoo you.

Microblading usually takes about 2.5 hours, but I always tell everyone to plan for 3 just because sometimes it can take that long. Touchups lean closer to 2 hours.

Lashline enhancements usually only take me about an hour.

On the day of your procedure you and I work together to create the perfect brow shape and placement for your face. :)

I look at your face shape, skin tone, hair color, the muscle and bone structure of your face and will take into account any references you may have to create your desired brow.

This is the most crucial step of the brow process (and sometimes the part that takes the longest) so I make sure that we are both happy with the shape and placement before I begin tattooing you.

I also custom blend the pigment for each of my clients to ensure that when the brows heal the tone will blend perfectly.

Yes!

Cosmetic tattoos are considered semi-permanent due to the type of pigment used during the procedure - which is formulated to soften as it ages. (This is so that they can be refreshed every few years and not become over saturated.) Most clients require at least two procedures to reach desired results the first time - which is why your first touch up is included in the price. :)

If you are having Botox or Fillers done beforehand I suggest doing so at least two weeks before having cosmetic tattooing done to give the products a chance to settle in your skin.

If you would rather have the tattooing done first I suggest waiting for Botox until your skin is done "actively healing", so at least 10 days (or once they scabs are gone).

NO.

I actually follow the natural growth pattern of your eyebrows to help the microblading look even more natural and realistic.

If you'd like to have your brows cleaned up before your appointment that is perfectly fine, but don't do too much shaping so that we're able to include as much of your natural brows in the shape we create as possible.

I can only tattoo over another tattoo as long as the shape, saturation and pigment color permit so. I require a consultation before you book an appointment if you have had your brows / liner tattooed before.

If the shape is too large or uneven or the color of the pigment is too dark I will not be able to fix them by tattooing over them - they’ll only get bigger and/or darker. I suggest having a few sessions of tattoo removal on the preexisting brow before I can begin the correction procedure.

To schedule a consultation, text me!

I can absolutely still tattoo you, if that's what you're asking. :)

Yes, having actual eyebrow hair will give the eyebrow tattoos more depth which will make them look even more natural, but I am fully capable of tattooing over areas that have zero hair. It's not necessarily harder or easier either way.

On the day of your procedure you and I will come up with the shape and placement together, and even if there isn't any hair I can still see where they're supposed to go based off of your facial structure.

I will say that when you have zero hair it will definitely take at least two sessions to reach desired results, in some cases it may take three.

Yes - and microblading will not effect gray hairs!

Microblading will not effect your natural eyebrow hairs or how they grow, so you will have to tweeze or wax any stray hairs outside of the shape we make just like you normally would.

I always try to include as much of your natural eyebrow hairs inside the stencil to ensure that it's as low maintenance as possible, but I cannot control the growth of the stray hairs! Microblading will not change any gray hairs you may have, so you would still have to tint those after your new brows have healed completely.

FOR EYEBROWS

Within minutes after your procedure the tattooed area will begin to oxidize and appear darker. They can even appear to look more solid, rather than having defined hair strokes. You may experience minimal swelling and localized redness depending on your sensitivity level and overall health.

Don’t panic! :)

This is your body forming the protective barrier (scab) that will allow your brows to heal underneath. Swelling and redness should subside within 24-48 hours. Once the dark area begins to flake off – which can begin to happen as soon as 3 or 4 days after your procedure – that area will appear lighter, even lighter than what it looked like immediately after your procedure! This is because there is a shiny, foggy layer of new fresh skin on top of your eyebrow tattoo that needs to go through the final regenerative stages of the healing process.

​Please be extremely careful not to pick at your brows while they are flaking. Picking at your brows during this stage will more than likely result in color loss and excess scarring in the area. Allow your body to naturally exfoliate itself. Over the next 4-6 weeks your skin will be settling and the shininess will dissipate and the pigment will appear to deepen back up a little - leaving you with your final healed results.

FOR LASHLINE

Swelling and minimal redness are common with eyeliner procedures due to how sensitive and delicate eyelids are. Both will subside within a few days after your procedure.

I recommend bringing a pair of sunglasses to wear home, as your eyes may be light sensitive. I also ask that you do not wear contact lenses to your procedure.

The flaking part is a lot more minimal and less noticeable than the healing process for brows, however the timeline is about the same. They'll start to flake around day 3 or 4 and usually take about 7-10 days to completely go through the active stage of healing.

On average, most of my clients can go around 2-3 years between eyebrow touchups. I have some that can go 4 or 5 years, and some who like to come around the 1.5-2 year mark.

I'll say it until the day I die, "EVERYONE HEALS DIFFERENTLY."

The type of pigment used during cosmetic procedures is semi-permanent, which means that it will fade over time and need to be touched up. There are a handful of variables that can cause the pigment to fade quicker, but if you make sure to protect them they'll last as long as your body will allow it.

Once your skin has healed you must make sure to limit sun exposure - the sun (and tanning beds!) will cause fading and discoloration. You can purchase small sunscreen sticks that are easy to toss in your bag and have readily available for touch ups during the day. For eyeliner - you can wear large sunglasses for further protection.

Face peels, laser treatments and microdermabrasion will cause the pigment to lighten quicker. If you plan on receiving any of the aforementioned treatments make sure to inform your technician not to go over your eyebrows.

Eyeliner can last for quite awhile - I've seen 10+ year old eyeliner -however will need touch ups every 2-4 years to maintain the color depth.