BROW FAQs

Permanent makeup is not a science. Healed results will vary by each individual client. There will be no guarantees & no refunds. This is a TWO-STEP process: initial session + perfecting session (initial touchup). Not everyone will need the touchup, but many do. Correction cases may need a third session to achieve the desired look. 

How is brow shape determined?

We take into consideration of our clients eye shape, bone structure and personal preference. Once completing the brow shape outline, we will come to an agreement before moving forward with tattooing.

What is sterilization/sanitation process?

We are Alberta Health Services inspected and approved.– All needles are single use and come in sterilized packaging. Needles are disposed of after each client.– Glove are worn at all times – All machine parts and surfaces that may come in contact with fluids are all wrapped with protective barrier film.– All work stations is thoroughly disinfected. We use as many disposable one time use tools as possible.

Is a 6- 8 week touch up necessary?

A touch up is highly recommended to perfect the brows and add density. Everyone heals differently. This is a process and some clients may need multiple sessions to achieve their desired result. Thereafter, annual color refresher is recommended to maintain the color.

Please note that all skin types are different. Some client’s skin may have a harder time retaining pigment and may require more sessions than others.

I have a previous tattoo/microblading can you tattoo over or fix them? Will it be a touch up?

The tattoo must be VERY faded in order to work over or corrected. Working over other artists work is often times more work then working on a blank canvas and for that reason we DO NOT touch up other artist’s work for touch up pricing. Please let us know if you have had any previous work done.
**Extra fees will apply if color correction is needed.

What is microblading and how is it different from nano?

Microblading uses a blade that slices the skin to deposit ink. Nano is performed using a digital machine and a one point needle. . The difference with our digital machine technique is it allows the pigment to penetrate deeper into the skin with the machines vibrations. However, this is still semi permanent. With deeper pigment penetration, the tattoo fades more evenly. Nano needling is less trauma to the skin.

Will my eyebrows fade blue over time?

No, blue only happens when an artist uses straight black pigment on the skin. Since black is not a true colour, it fades blue over time. We DO NOT use straight black on anyone.

Who is NOT recommended for cosmetic tattooing?

- Affected by Aids, HIV or Hepatitis.
- Pregnant or breast feeding.
– All clients must be 18 or older.
– Previously tattooed and the tattoo is still too dark.
– Must be off Accutane for 1 year.
– History of keloid scaring. Who is NOT recommended for cosmetic Tattooing?
- Under 18 years old 
- Have diabetes (doctor’s consent is ok) 
- Allergic to inks, pigments, prilocaine, lidocaine, epinephrine 
- Currently pregnant or breastfeeding (must be 45 days off breastfeeding) 
- Skin prone to keloids or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation 
- Have been on Accutane (need to be off of it for at least 12 months) 
- Have any blood disorders or transmittable blood conditions such as HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis, etc 
- Have active skin cancer on the procedure area, or undergoing chemotherapy 
- Have any healing disorders 
- Have a pacemaker, any major heart conditions 
- Have high blood pressure (doctor’s consent is ok) 
- Have epilepsy, or are prone to seizures / fainting (doctor’s consent is ok) 

What is the pain like?

The pain is comparable to threading but numbing is used to help ease the pain. If you are nervous about pain please consider going to your pharmacy and purchasing Dr.Numb or Emla Topical Numbing Cream. Apply to eyebrow area generously and do not rub into the skin. Proceed to wrap your eyebrows with a thin layer of saran wrap for 1 hour before your scheduled appointment. This method will ensure you feel completely numb by the time we start tattooing.

Your brows will lighten between 20-30%. Results varies and it is important to follow the aftercare and return for your touch up in 6-8 weeks. Keep your brows dry until the scabs all fall off

What do I need to know prior to my appointment?

- Refrain from waxing or plucking one week before.
– Botox should be done one month before or one month after. 
– Please be advised you are more sensitive during and around your menstrual cycle.
– Eat a snack as it can take 4 hours for new eyebrows.
– Take a tylenol not if you are more sensitive to pain or buy Elma Cream from the drugstore and apply 30 mins before your appointment.
– Be prepared with picture references of eyebrows. 
– Go to the gym BEFORE your appointment. No cardio or sweating for up to 7 days.
– No tanning or drinking alcohol

What is after care like?

- Avoid using cleansers or any other creams on your brow tattoo until the flaking period has stopped.

- Avoid sauna, pool, and/or steam room. Avoid excessive sweating for a minimum of 10 days. Sweat contains salt and can infect and prematurely fade your brow tattoo.

- Avoid exposing your brows to the sun during the healing process. UV Rays can alter the pigment of your tattoo. Following the first 10 days, use SPF to protect your brows from the sun. Do not go tanning for at least 14 days after your appointment, if you do wish to tan after the 14 days, you should always cover your brow tattoo as the UV rays can alter the colour.

- Do not use Vaseline, makeup, creams, exfoliates on the brows for a minimum of 14 days.

- Do not use a sauna, pool, and/or steam rooms.

- Do not get massages or facials or skin treatments for at least 14 days.

- Do not use exfoliants, retinol acids, or AHA’s on the brow area. It will fade your tattoo prematurely.

- Do not use laser light therapy on your brow tattoo. This can darken, lighten, and distort the pigment.

If you notice any lymph fluid coming out on the first or second day, pat it dry immediately with a clean tissue paper. When it gets wet, pat it dry immediately.

FROM DAY 4 - 10 OR UNTIL THE SCABBING IS DONE apply ointment that is provided at the time of the appointment every 3-4 hours a day. Apply a PAPER-THIN LAYER and gently apply onto area in a TAPPING MOTION with a clean Q-TIP.

What to do when taking a shower?

NO getting your brows wet for the first 3 days. After the 3 days, avoid getting your brows wet until the very end of your shower. Avoid excessive rinsing and hot water on the treated area. Pat dry as soon as possible during healing process.

What is the Healing Process like?

What to expect for the next 14 days:

• 24 hours - Any redness or irritation will decrease.

• Day 1-3 - Avoid all sweating and all water contact on new eyebrows.

• Day 2-6 - Brows start to oxidize, brows get darker and thicker.

• Day 4-10 With a Q-tip, apply a paper thin layer of the provided ointment every 3-4 hours.

• Day 5-10 - Scabbing, itchy, Uneven, Patchy. DO NOT SCRATCH, PICK OR PEEL YOUR BROWS.

• Day 10-15 - Brows may appear light and uneven as your skin is resurfacing. The colour will reappear slowly.

• Day 14 - Brows should be completely healed, now you have to wait for the color to resurface.

• 6-8 Weeks - Final colour will be apparent and eyebrows are full healed.

The healing process is very similar to a body tattoo. The eyebrow area will begin to oxidize and gradually get darker. The darkest will be the following day. Any redness will subside in about 3 days. By day 5 to day 10 brows will begin to scab and flake. Healing time for everyone is different, some people heal in 4 days while others take the full 14 days.