PMU Information

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How do I pick the right method of brow style for me: 

Microblading, Ombre shading, and Microshading (mixture of microblading and shading together)? 

If your goal is looking "Natural" I recommend having the Microblading procedure, however it is important you understand the type of skin you have and your daily activities which can impact your retentions. 

If you goal is to wake up and go, after your usual morning facial routine, I recommend Ombre Shading even if you have dry, or oily skin. Ombre shading is more of a solid look, "But" Not like your old traditional tattoo stencil brows back in the days.  The shading can be very light, just like when you would get your henna application on your brows. (For a better visual see photos.)

For oily skin or combination skin, Ombre shading is recommend.  Ombre style is the use of permanent makeup machine pen with a single needle cartridge which deposits the pigment into the skin. (Each time the needle hits the skin, it deposits the pigments. Since the depositing of the pigment method goes over the skin numerous times, this causes the skin to be filled with a good amount of pigments, which gives better retention.  Another reason why retention would be better, is each puncture wound of the needle depositing into the skin, is not as big as the cut of the microblading strokes. During the process of healing, some people will scab, and some may not even go through the process of scabbing.  But if you do the scabbed and when the scabs are ready to flake off, pigments attached to the scabs will also fall with. However due to the deposit wound technique being so tiny individuals tends to have less pigments attached to the scabs therefore retention is a bit better.  (Note, not everyone will heal the same way or scabbed. Some will just have dry skin flaking off g.e. like hair flake types.) 

When an oily skin client undergoes the Microblading process, the technique of hair strokes is thin but still consider bigger wound puncture, majority individuals will most likely have a deeper scab due to the cut's length and depth. The deeper the strokes of the microblading incisions, the heavier the scabs. When the scabs depart and falls off it will pull off pigments that are still attached to it at healing phases.  Scabbing is part of a natural healing process of all skin types. 

Mostly oily skin tends to have a heavier scabbing than dry to normal skin types.  ***During the healing stages the brows will shrink, it will get smaller in width and length. When we break into the skin the skin will swell up, and it will shrink during healing phase.*** (Second sessions, it is recommended 4-8 weeks out. This gives the skin time to heal. In our eyes, 7-14 days may look like it’s healed, but the tissue is still generating and maturing.  Having the session earlier than 30 day’s is prohibited. It has higher risks of injury scarring and infections, and the healing will take longer with poor retention.)*** 

So, what skin type would be the right candidate for Microblading?  What is Microblading?  Microblading is the process of a manual pen with a blade, that has 18 small tiny micro needles grouped tightly forming into a blade. With the manual microblading pen it is used to break into the skin at the same time depositing the pigment creating the cut look of of a hair stroke.

For Microblading, it is best recommended for dry to normal skin. Dry to normal skin will have better retentions, the strokes would bleed less, and looks more crisps like real hair. (G.E.: strokes bleeding: over course of time due to pores opening and closing during activities such as swimming, high intense exercise, hot sauna, tanning booth or sunbathing the pigment will have small bleeding or small migration within the stroke area. But of course, if you have oily skin and want to do Microblading, there's completely nothing wrong with it, you will just have to keep up with more touch ups not to mention the bleeding will be spread faster than those with dry to normal skin. I do get many clients with oily skin, and they do not mind the touch up on a yearly base because of the natural look. 

Who is the right candidate for Micro-shading?

What is Micro-Shading? 

Micro-Shading is the mixture of Microblading in front of the brows and from the body of the brows toward the tail it would be Ombre Shading. 

It is most favorable to those with dry to normal skin types. Yes, if you have oily skin but would like Micro-Shading, you can also do it. Just keep in mind of the Microblading retention part. 

Again, things to remember, your daily activities such as tanning, whether it be tanning beds or exposing ourselves to the sun, being in hot sauna, high intense exercise can impact the retention of your brows.  To properly maintain your retention, when you are outdoor always wear sunblock on your brows.  If you’d ever had a conversation with me before I always encourage you to wear sun block its essential. It protects your skin from ageing early, and from sun damages.  

"I just need a touchup."

If we did not do your brows, please go back to your brow artist for your touch up. All, artists are not trained with the same technique, and performs differently with each procedure. 

If you would like to move forward with us, we would love to help you, however your brows will be charged as a new set. "Why?" Because it is a lot more work on an individual who has had their brows done. Color correction, removals maybe necessary to correct the brows, based on the last artist's experiences. 

  You are NOT a suitable candidate for any Permanent Cosmetic procedure if you are: ***Any treatment, medication, or illness that compromises the immune system / healing would make you NOT a good candidate for micropigmentation procedures. Unless a written consent has been Authorized by your MD Physician.*** 

• Recent Bell's Palsy condition (Must wait for 1 year and will need a doctor's authorization.) • Pregnant or nursing 

• History of Keloids or Hypertrophic scarring 

• Diabetic (require doctor's clearance if taking control med. If taking insulins, you are not a candidate.) 

• Chemotherapy (consult with your doctor) 

• Viral infections and/or diseases 

• Epilepsy 

• Pacemaker or major heart conditions,  

• Organ transplant

• Any recent Medical or Cosmetic surgery  

• Skin irritations or Psoriasis near the treated area (rashes, sunburn, acne, etc.) 

• Sick (cold, flu, etc.) 

• Botox in the past week. Must wait about 2.5 weeks to 3 weeks.  

• Accutane in the past year 

• Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure, Poor general health. 

 When considering one of these procedures:  Microblading, Ombre Shading, Micro-Shading, Traditional tattoo brows, Eyeliners and Lips; these are the following inherent risks:  

• Swelling. From skin being broken into. A natural reaction of the skin responding. 
• Infections. Our skin is the largest organ, and it's job is to protect our body form external bacteria, or any communicable infection, when the skin is being broken there's always the risks of infections. Make sure to always wash your hands and keep it clean. 
• Injuries. Injuries will occurred once the skin has been broken into. 
• Scarring. Risks of scarring may occurred during healing procedure you pick on the scabbs when it's not ready to come off. 
• Allergic reactions. allergies or sensitivities, may include itchiness, rash, and hives. These risks can lead to difficulties in detecting melanoma and allergic reactions to pigment, latex gloves, and /or soap. 
• Light bleeding (how light? like paper cut light,) will occur during procedure and may have little to mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness of the treated area. Some people are bleeders and may bleed more than a paper cut. (It is important to Not Drink Alcohol or take any aspirin or ibuprofen 72 hours (3days) before your appointment for better retention.)
• Eyeliners; will be the most sensitive with mild swelling, bruising tenderness are the eyes. 

 HOW LONG IS HEALING TIME? 

What to expect: (Depending on each skin types, brows heal anywhere from 7-14 days) 

• Day 1: Right away after the procedure, redness. swelling, color may look dark and intense, may have lymph weeping. You may notice whitening or blanching around the area, it’s normal and will subside within 12 hours. If you find any lymphatic fluid or blood weeping, gently dry it by blotting it to remove any moisture with a soft tissue or gauze. 
• Day 2 & 3:  Brows dark and Intense. 
• Day 4:  Crust will formed or may have already formed hard (scab). Some people may not even go through the process of scabbing.  
• Day 5 & 6:   For some, scabbing has formed (or forming of the curst will start to depart). 
• Day 7, 8 & 9:    Brows may had already start to flake off and will appeared patchy. Brows is still patchy and doesn’t look well. 
• Day 10-14:  Color will fade significantly over a two-weeks period, then resurface back on third week.  

• WHAT YOU SHOULD DO PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT to: Any PMU, Microblading, Skin Resurfacing, Chemical Peels. 

If you are on any medication prescribed from your physician, see your doctor for advice before you stop taking it. 

• If you have a history of herpes simplex, cold sores around your lips, see your doctor, you will need your anti-viral medication for any PERMANENT COSMENTIC tattoo lip treatments. Take your anti-viral medication (for lip procedures)
• To ensure the best results, make sure your health is in good condition. Get enough rest, eat well, & exercise.
• One week before your appointment: stop taking the following supplements (Vitamin E, B6, Omega 3, Gingko Biloba, and St. John's Wort) as they contribute to thinning the blood and may affect anesthetic efficacy. It may cause the healing process to be slow and poor. You may resume taking your vitamins 1 week after the appointment.
• 72 hours before your appointment avoid alcohol, medications such as aspirin/ibuprofen.  It may cause more inflammation and slow down the healing process. 

ON THE DAY OF YOUR APPOINTMENT to: Any PMU, Microblading, Skin Resurfacing, Tattoo Removal and Chemical Peel.

• For any PMU/PC, Chemical Peels, Skin Resurfacing, Hand Method Tattoo removal, please shower before you come to your appointment, it is recommended that you refrain from getting the treatment area wet for a couple of day. Bathing is recommended for first two days after the procedure. (Post care will be given to take home.)
• Do not wear any makeup on the procedure area. 
• If you are getting eyebrows, eyeliners for your procedure do not wear eye contacts, please bring your glasses; Remember to wear them on the day of your procedure. 
• Avoid caffeine.