Microblading is an excellent method to achieve full, natural brows. The treatment deposits pigment into the skin, appearing as hair strokes. This provides your brows with more shape and fullness. However, the job is not completed when you leave the salon. Care is important for healing and maintaining your brows in good condition for months ahead. If you are a client at Strokes of Genius Microblading or are considering getting it done, this guide will provide you with post-microblading advice to achieve the best results.

What Happens After Your Microblading Session?

After your appointment, you may notice a few changes in your brows. It is expected that there will be dark pigment immediately after the treatment. Don’t panic; this will disappear within a few days. You may also notice a little redness and swelling, but that should disappear after a few hours.

Your skin will begin to heal, and your brows will flake away slightly with it. This is also okay, allowing the skin to peel off dead cells. You may feel your brows appear lighter when flakes fall off, but don’t worry. The color is still there; when the skin heals completely, the color will be more natural.

Post-Microblading Advice: What to Avoid in the First 7-10 Days

During the first week or so, the most crucial aspect of your aftercare is keeping your brows clean and dry. At Strokes of Genius Microblading, we recommend avoiding certain things to keep your brows fresh and make the pigment last.

• Sweating: Avoid the things that get you sweaty, such as heavy exercise or heated saunas. Sweat interferes with the healing and brings color out before time.
• Swimming: Swimming in pools irritates your skin and disrupts the color. Avoid going to the swimming pools for a minimum of 7-10 days.
• The Sun: UV rays can cause the pigment to fade quickly. Avoid the sun, and don’t use tanning beds. If you must be outside, wear a hat to cover your brows.
• Facial Treatments: Steer clear of chemical peels, laser skin treatments, or harsh skincare products such as Retin-A or Glycolic Acid, as they can hurt your healing skin.
• Picking or Scratching: It may itch or flake when your skin heals. Don’t pick at it, though! Scratching or peeling the skin will result in scarring or eliminate the pigment, resulting in uneven brows.
• Makeup on Your Brows: Avoid applying makeup to your brows while healing. Makeup irritates or introduces bacteria that may result in infection.

Caring for your brows during these initial days will keep them looking wonderful.

What to Do During the Healing Process?

While there are plenty of things you should avoid, there are also things you can do to ensure the healing process is a smooth one:

• Keep Your Brows Clean: Wash your brows gently with a soft, non-alcoholic cleanser. Use a cotton pad, and don’t rub them too hard. Dry them to assist the skin in healing.
• At Strokes of Genius Microblading, clients are instructed to take a dry healing process following saline tattoo removal.
• Hands Off: Avoid touching your brows except for when you clean them. Unclean hands transfer bacteria and bacteria can create infection.
• Adhere to the Aftercare Instructions: Make sure to follow the care provided by your technician. Adhering to the plan is important for satisfactory results.

Why You May Need a Touch-Up?

If this is your first time getting microblading, you’ll likely need a touch-up after about 6 weeks. This is because not all pigment will stay in place during the healing process, and some parts of the brow may need more work. A touch-up session will ensure that your brows look their best, giving the technician a chance to add any strokes or shapes that may have faded.

We at Strokes of Genius Microblading suggest a touch-up afterward to achieve your ideal brows and extend their life. After the touch-up, your brows will last for approximately a year before requiring a refresh.

What to Expect After Healing?

Once your brows are fully healed, you’ll see how the pigment has settled and how your brows look. They should have a soft, natural look that fits your face. By now, any redness or swelling will be gone, and the flakes will have shed. The color of the pigment will have softened and become more like natural hair strokes.

Following the healing period, you are good to resume normal activity and can even use makeup on your eyebrows if you would like. A brow pencil or powder can be used on top of the work if additional accentuating is needed. The objective of microblading is, however, to have attractive-looking eyebrows requiring no makeup application every day.

Final Thoughts

Aftercare following your microblading appointment is the secret to ensuring your brows heal properly and last as long as possible. By keeping the post-microblading advice mentioned above in mind, you’ll be well on your way to having gorgeous, natural-looking brows. Whether you’re a new client or have already had microblading at Strokes of Genius Microblading, brow care will ensure your brows look their best.

Remember, healing takes time, and the process can vary from person to person. But by avoiding common mistakes and sticking to your aftercare routine, you’ll give your brows the best chance to look amazing for months.