Pre & Post Care
What I need you to do before and after—these steps make a real difference
Before Your Appointment
A little prep goes a long way
- You can wear your normal makeup on the day of your appointment
- Skip the alcohol for 24 hours before - it thins your blood
- If you take blood thinners, talk to your doctor first about pausing them
- On hormones? Let me know - they can affect how the pigment takes
- Do not touch your brows! I handle all the shaping during your appointment
- No electrolysis for 5 days before - it messes with the skin
- Skip Botox, AHA products, and retinoids for 2 weeks before
- Hold off on exfoliating treatments like microdermabrasion for 2 weeks
- No chemical or laser peels for at least 4 weeks before
- Avoid tanning for 7 days before your appointment
Please give your doctor a heads up and let me know if any of these apply to you:
- Pregnant or nursing - we can wait until after
- Going through chemo or radiation right now
- Bleeding disorders or on blood thinners (unless your doctor approves)
- Liver disease - higher infection risk
- Skin issues near your brows (eczema, psoriasis, bad acne)
- Active cold sores or skin infections
- History of keloid or raised scarring
- Autoimmune disorders - just check with your doctor first
After Your Appointment
Follow these instructions for 7-10 days for best results
Absorb
Day of Procedure
Gently blot the area with a clean tissue every 5 minutes until oozing stops. This prevents scabbing.
Wash
Days 1-5
Wash daily with gentle, fragrance-free antibacterial soap. Pat dry with a clean tissue.
Moisturize
Days 1-7
Apply a rice grain-sized amount of provided ointment 3 times daily with a clean cotton swab.
Important to Know
Brows will be 30-40% darker immediately after the procedure. This is completely normal! The color will fade during the first 7-10 days to reveal your final, beautiful results.
Do These Things
- Blot gently for the first few hours with a clean damp paper towel
- After 24-48 hours you may shower and wash your face
- Apply the provided ointment for 7 days following the procedure
- Wear large sunglasses or a hat when outside
Avoid These (7-14 Days)
- Water, lotion, soap, or makeup on the area (first 24-48 hours)
- Increased sweating and sports
- Swimming, hot sauna, hot yoga, Jacuzzi
- Sun tanning or salon tanning
- Laser or chemical treatments, Retin-A, Glycolic acid
- Picking, peeling, or scratching the treated area
- Makeup directly on the brows
- Excessive alcohol consumption
Initial Appearance
Color appears very bold and dark (30-40% darker than final result). Mild swelling and redness is normal.
Scabbing Phase
Light scabbing begins. Color may appear uneven. Area may feel tight or itchy. DO NOT pick!
Flaking & Peeling
Scabs flake off naturally. Color appears much lighter - this is the "ghosting phase". Don't panic!
Color Return Phase
True color begins to resurface as skin heals from underneath. Your PMU will gradually darken.
Fully Healed
Healing is complete. You can now see the true, settled color. Time for your touch-up!
- Always wear SPF 30+ sunscreen on treated areas to prevent fading
- Avoid chemical peels and laser treatments on the PMU area
- Schedule touch-ups every 1-2 years to maintain color vibrancy
- Keep skin hydrated and healthy for best color retention
Trust the Process
Your true color emerges in 7-10 days after. Be patient — the final result is worth the wait!
Your Healing Journey
Watch the day-by-day transformation. Tap any card to see the full video.
Natural Brows
Starting point before microblading
Fresh & Bold
Brows appear 30-40% darker than final result
Bold & Dark
Color is at its darkest - this is normal!
Starting to Settle
Still bold, slight tenderness may occur
Early Healing
Color beginning to soften slightly
Scabbing Begins
Light flaking or scabbing starts - DO NOT pick!
Flaking Phase
Scabs continue to flake, color looks patchy
Ghosting Phase
Color appears lighter or "gone" - totally normal!
New Skin Forming
Fresh skin reveals softer, natural-looking brows
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Trust the Process
Your brows will appear 30-40% darker initially, then seem to "disappear" during the ghosting phase. This is completely normal! Your true color emerges in 4-6 weeks.
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