How long does it last?--
This will vary by client. If aftercare instructions are followed diligently, your new brows will last approximately 1-2 years. For some people, their brows will last even longer. Annual touch ups are encouraged. Certain factors such as sun exposure, getting chemical peels, oily skin type, etc. will affect how long your brows will last. There is no way for us to predict how long your brows will last or how they will heal with this procedure, since so much of it depends on skin type and lifestyle.
What is the healing process?---
Some swelling and tenderness after the procedure is normal and may last a day or so, depending on the client. Your new brows will appear DARKER, WIDER, AND SHARPER than the way they will heal. This is especially true for days 2-5. This is harder for some clients than others. Clients who rarely wear makeup may find that they don't like how their brows look on these days because they are too intense. That's normal. The pigment is sitting on top of the skin and has not yet settled into your face. As your skin heals over the tattoo, your brows with lighten and soften. This process takes about 10 days or so on average. Your brows will be dry and may scab a bit – it’s important that you’re prepared to go through this process BEFORE booking! It’s important to follow all after care instructions and to attend the required follow up appointment to make the finishing touches to your new brows! Your healing is only about 50% in my control. Once you leave it's up to you to be diligent about following the instructions you're given to get the best result! And no matter how great they look, it's important to come for your touch up appointment to get the final result.
How long does it take?---
The process takes approximately three hours. The first hour or so is spent designing your new brows and numbing the area. There is no downtime! Occasionally, some clients will have some slight redness and swelling around the area which is very normal and will subside within a couple hours.
Does it hurt?---
Each person is different and pain tolerance varies by client. Most clients describe the pain level as minimal. I use a topical numbing cream to minimize discomfort. I will take my time getting you nice and numb for about 45 minutes. That being said, this is considered a tattoo and you may experience slight discomfor, but in the end I promise it will be tolerable and well worth it.
Do I need to shave my hair? ---
No. Please leave your brows in their natural state, I will shape your eyebrows as needed with a razor and or tweezing and choose a color pigment that blends with your natural brows and looks great for your skin tone.