Aftercare and Safety Tips for Microblading
Microblading is an innovative procedure that has come a long way over the past few years and become a favorite amongst countless clients and patients across the world. Microblading is actually a technique involving semi permanent makeup Middletown experts at Meticulous NY use to help women who might not have the ideal eyebrow appearance naturally, create fuller, more prominent eyebrows. Microblading is often referred to as feather touching or microstroking. The team at Meticulous NY specializes in a wide range of semi permanent makeup techniques including eyelash tinting, lash lift, eyelash extensions, or lash extensions, lip tattooing and eyeliner tattooing – but few are as in demand as microblading. At Meticulous NY, the best medspa MIddletown has in practice, the trained technicians draw in your eyebrows using a specialized, semi permanent makeup tattooing device. The device cuts into the eyebrow area and implants pigments into the cuts, using a series of tiny strokes. The reason why microblading is considered to be a semi permanent makeup method is because results can generally last anywhere from 18 to 30 months, however this is highly dependent on how you use it, and your skin type, tone and the aftercare you perform on it. It’s important to understand that touch-ups can help a lot with maintaining your results. In this article, we will be going over certain things to be aware of when having your microblading procedure done, as well as the aftercare methods to be aware of.
Safety with Microblading
The tools that are used during a microblading treatment are one-time use and disposable, this is something you should always make sure of when having a treatment done – just as you would if you were getting a tattoo done. According to the team at Meticulous NY, home of the best semi permanent makeup Middletown has to offer, they make sure to dispose of used needles and microblading tools after each patient. In addition, there are certain things patients need to be aware of in terms of keeping their skin healthy and in good shape during the microblading process. According to most experts, when you are having any form of semi permanent makeup done, including eyelash tinting, lash lift, lip tattooing, eyeliner tattooing or other methods, you should avoid the use of:
- Retinols
- Acids
- Fragrances
- Chemical peels
- Highly exfoliative treatments like microdermabrasion
- Mechanical exfoliation and more
One of the most important things you need to do when having microblading done, is to make sure you are going to a certified technician who is fully trained and licensed to perform microblading at the time of your appointment. It is your right to request to see their occupational license or inspection from the health department and something that you absolutely should ask for!
Skincare Following Microblading
Since microblading is so similar to tattooing, the aftercare is also very much the same as well. About 2 hours after microblading, you should run a cotton swab dipped in sterilized water over the area. This will get rid of any excess dye on your brows. It will also keep the area sterile. It takes anywhere from 7 to 14 days for the skin to begin to appear healed and for the pigment to fade to its intended shade. Here are a few steps to follow after your microblading treatment:
- Avoid getting your eyebrow area wet for at least 4-7 days following – including in the shower.
- Avoid applying makeup for about a week, as the pigment continues to settle in.
- Avoid the sauna, hot tub, swimming pools, and anywhere you might sweat excessively until the area is completely healed.
- Keep your hair away from your brow line.
- Don’t pick at your face or any scabs, and try not to scratch the area at all.
Microblading costs money, and it should be looked at as an investment of sorts. Therefore it’s important to protect that investment and apply sunscreen as much as possible to the area following your treatment and to keep it away from the sun.
