Brows by Brigitte is a registered Body Art Practitioner under the Health Department of Los Angeles.
What is microblading?
Microblading is a semi-permanent makeup service that enhances your brows to define, fill in holes/gaps or even reconstruct a new brow shape. Using a manual hand-held tool, hair-like strokes are created to achieve the illusion of more hair. The goal is to enhance your natural brows with the look of no make up.
How long does it last?
The retention varies from person to person. Every person's results last a different amount of time depending on skin type and lifestyle. A color refresh is recommended, on average, from 12-18 months after your initial procedure.
How is it done?
Microblading is done manually by hand with a special tool creating "hair-like" strokes into the epidermis (top layer of the skin) while an organic pigment is deposited into the "hair strokes." All hand held tools are pre-sterilized with a one-time-use needle and then fully disposed of.
What is the procedure like?
I want to get to know you and your brows! Tell me your brow concerns, brow goals and what you'd like to achieve with microblading. The first part of the process is outlining the desired brow shape to the client's liking. This step is a collaborative process. The next step is numbing the area with a topical anesthetic. We then agree upon a pigment shade based on skin tone and natural hair color. The microblading takes 45 min. - 1 hour. Set aside 2 - 2.5 hours for the entire process.
Is there any downtime?
There is no downtime, but the healing process is different for everybody. Initial healing takes about 7-10 days. Full healing can take up to 5 - 6 weeks.
What is the healing process like?
Please note that healing is a process and it takes time for your brows to look their absolute best. Hair strokes can vary from crisp to soft-looking depending on skin type (normal, dry, oily, etc.) and porosity.
Week 1: Dark Phase - As the microblading is still fresh, tiny scabs form over the stokes that may make the brow appear darker and thicker. You will experience minor scabbing and peeling and itchiness. Do not pick or touch scabs, as this can result in scarring and poor retention.
Week 2: Light Phase - Brows will begin to lighten up drastically. For some clients, pigment appears to disappear and / or look patchy.
Week 3: Brows will reappear and become more evident and defined.
Week 4-5: Skin will be completely healed.
Do I need a Follow Up?
A follow up appointment is crucial 6-10 weeks after the initial appointment to perfect the final brow. Annual touch ups are necessary to refreshen your color and maintain your results.
Who is microblading not for?
Contraindications for microblading include those who have diabetes, HIV, hepatitis, glaucoma, excessively oily/acneic, keloids, or hypertrophic scarring. Pregnant women, lactating women, and those who take sterioids, Cortisone, Accutane, Retin-A, Renova, or any type of blood thinning medication (e.g. Aspirin) should not book a microblading service.
*If you have been previously tattooed, please email a clear photo of your brows before booking.*
It is not recommended to do this procedure right before huge events (such as a wedding) or right before vacation with activities such as sunbathing and swimming.
Pre-Care
Do not take aspirin, ibuprofen, niacin 24 hrs before
Do not drink coffee, alcohol or energy drinks on the day of treatment
Do not tan or sunbathe 3 days before
Do not wax or tweeze
No chemical peels or microdermabrasion, (must be done 2-3 weeks before)
Discontinue any Retinol 2 weeks prior
After-Care
4-5 hours after procedure, clean area with sterile water and a cotton pad and let air dry
Clean area 1-2 times a day with sterile water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Apply a thin layer of ointment (no more than a grain of rice size) on area each morning for 10 days starting the following day after the procedure
Avoid getting them wet in the shower, cleansers, creams, makeup or any other product for 10 days
DO NOT pick scabs
Avoid direct sun exposure for 3-4 weeks
Avoid sweating for the first 10 days
Avoid sleeping on face for the first 10 days
No facials, Botox, chemical treatments or microdermabrasion for 4 weeks following treatment
Appointment Policy
Microblading clients:
- A $100 non-refundable & non-transferable deposit is required to schedule your appointment at the time of booking. The deposit will be credited toward the total cost of your service.
- A 48 hour cancellation notice is required to cancel an appointment. If you fail to cancel or reschedule within the 48 hours, you will forfeit your deposit.
- To avoid unfair delays to our clients, your appointment will be rescheduled if you are 15 minutes late. Regardless of unforeseen circumstances that may arise, please understand that such changes affect not only your artist but other clients as well. You will be required to pay a new deposit of $100 to rebook.
- If you arrive 15 minutes late to your 6-12 Week Follow Up or do not show up to your appointment, you will be subject to pay a $50 Rebooking Fee.
- Touch Ups schedule after 12 weeks will be charged the appropriate service.
- Any client that does not show for a scheduled appointment will forfeit their deposit.
- If you show up to your appointment and have a previous cosmetic tattoo that was not approved by your artist prior to booking, you will forfeit your deposit.
- Our services are not available for pregnant or nursing women.
- We have the right to refuse service to anyone.
- Violating scheduling policies of no shows, last minute cancellations are subject to a declination of request for services.
Brow Shaping Clients: We require a 6-hour notice for cancellations. If you fail to cancel within 6 hours of your appointment, you will be charged 50% of your service.
No Call / No Shows will be charge 100% of your waxing services.
All deposits are non-refundable. All fees will be charged automatically. Brows by Brigitte thanks you for understanding and compliance with our policies. Subject to change.*