Frequently Asked Questions

Cosmetic Brow Tattoos are not recommended for clients who are or have any of the following:

• Under the age of 18 and over the age of 65-70

• Pregnant

• Auto Immune Disorders

• Hypo or Hyperpigmentation

• Prone to keloid scarring

• Blood clotting problems

• Undergoing chemotherapy treatment

• Epilepsy

• Lupus

• Skin disorders/lesions

• Using Accutane or any acne medication use in the past six months

• Using Doxycycline for acne treatment (must be discontinued 6 weeks prior to treatment)

Combination, Ombre & Full Nano Brows are all cosmetic tattoo's but have different styles.

Combination Brows - The perfect mix of hair strokes at the front of the brow slowly transitioned into a soft powder finish to the arch to the tail for the ladies who love fluffy fronts and defined tails. Only suitable for normal/dry, poreless skin types.

Ombre Brows - A soft powder finish throughout the brow from tails to front. Suited for all skin types, including oily skin.

Full nano brows - The entire brow is filled with hair strokes, which is considered by some, the most natural result. This technique may include shading in between strokes for density but 90-95% of the brow is made up of hairstrokes for a fluffy finish.

If you have existing brow tattoo, this will need to be assessed through a Brow Consultation, as not every brow tattoo can be enhanced, no matter how old or how faded you may feel the tattoo is.

Some tattoos are more difficult to enhance depending on their shape, scar tissue, colour and may require tattoo removal before having them refreshed.

For any existing brow tattoo, please book a Brow Consultation online through our booking system.

This is a requirement before we can proceed. You can only book in your brows once your brows have been assessed in-person and we have confirmed your suitable to proceed.

This is a personal choice and can be consulted with your medical professional if you have any concerns. In most cases I have found most mums are happy to pump & dump for 24 hours post treatment before returning to breast feeding.

Please always consult with your medical professional for any concerns prior to treatment.

Preparation for your appointment is just as important as the aftercare. Failing to follow the below instructions will compromise your final results.

• DO NOT consume alcohol, caffeine or take any blood thinners (Aspirin, Ibuprofen) for 24 HOURS before your procedure, this will cause excess bleeding and will affect your final results.

• Stop using any skin thinners (salicylic acid, glycolic acids, exfoliation) on the brow area 2 weeks prior to your appointment

• Retinol or Vitamin A must be discontinued 1 month prior

• Doxycycline for Acne treatment must be discontinued 6 weeks prior to treatment

• I recommend to grow out your brows in preparation for at least a month prior to your tattoo

• Botox or cosmetic fillers should be done 2 weeks prior or 2 weeks after

• We will not be able to tattoo over any blemishes, sores, and moles in or around the brow area due to infection.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you cannot commit to the preparation, aftercare and healing period, please do not proceed with booking your appointment. As these instructions are important for the best ‘healed’ results possible. Compromising these instructions can result to patchy, uneven eyebrows or worst-case scenario infection during the healing period.

• It is not required but you may come in with minimal makeup on and how you normally draw in your brows so I can see what shape you are used too. This is especially important for clients who desire a specific brow shape.

• If you get eyelash extensions, it is recommended to have them refilled before your appointment so your lash technician does not need to rest her hands on the treated area while your brows are healing.

• If you have a Botox appointment less than 2 weeks before or after your brows appointment, you will need to reschedule this.

• Drinking lots of water and staying hydrated leading up to and after your appointment, creates less sebum/oil for your skin procedure.

Below is what to expect during the healing process. Remember, it takes a full 6 weeks for the skin to fully heal.

Day 1-3 post treatment

• Brows will look darker and thicker as scabs start to form

• Brows may feel tender & sore and may look warm/reddish

Day 4-5

• Redness should be reduced

• Flaking and scabbing of the eyebrows may occur

• Eyebrows may feel dry and itchy

• Scabs peel off in random sections and look patchy

• The areas without scabs may look lighter in colour

Day 6-12

• Scabs continue to peel off in random pieces (looks like fish food)

• 70-100% scabs fall off during this time

• Colour looks very light and may look thinner

• Some areas may have lost more colour compared to other areas

• Colour can look uneven

Day 13-21

• Brow colour gradually deepens as the skin fully heals

• The fully healed colour will be 30-50% lighter from the initial appointment and pigment retention can vary according to skin type

Aftercare is crucial, it is very important to follow these instructions for the full 7-10 day healing period to ensure proper healing and colour retention. Results will vary for all individuals and we cannot guarantee your results when working with different skin types.

• For the first 4 hours post your treatment, you will be provided wipes to gently wipe your brows every hour to remove any lymphatic fluid.

• Before going to bed on the first night of your treatment, you will wash your eyebrows with the cleanser provided to you. Pat the area completley dry and apply a small amount of cream.

• You will continue using your cleanser and aftercare cream every morning and night until the scabbing period has finished.

• You will stop using your cleanser and aftercream cream only once all the scabs have completley gone and you can resume your normal routine of makeup, skincare and getting them wet again etc.

• During the entire healing process (up to 10 days) it is important to completely avoid the following:

• No intense exercise or sweating.

• No brow products or makeup on the healing area.

• No facial sun exposure including solariums.

• No facial laser treatments, skin treatments or facials.

• No soaking of the brows with water.

• No picking or lifting the scabs off.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you cannot commit to the preparation, aftercare and healing period, please do not proceed with booking your appointment. As these instructions are important for the best ‘healed’ results possible. Compromising these instructions can result to patchy, uneven eyebrows or worst-case scenario infection during the healing period.

The average healing period is 7-10 days but it does a take a minimum of 4 weeks for the colour to fully set in and you must wait a full month to see a final colour result.

However, older and looser skin types tend to take longer than younger skin types to regenerate new cells and heal. Mature skin clients may be asked to push out their touch ups to the 8+ week mark.

Please also keep in mind, the healing and aftercare process is the same instructions at your Touch Up appointment.

For your comfort, we apply anaesthetic to the skin once it has been broken.

Most clients would say the procedure isn't painful, but can be uncomfortable, especially if its during your menstrual cycle or if you've had inadequate sleep leading up to your appointment.

We've never had someone in so much discomfort that we've been asked to stop the treatment.

Many different factors play a role in the lifespan of your brow pigment.

Clients skin type plays the biggest role in longevity and the general outcome of the procedure. Most clients get colour touch ups 18-24 months from their last touch up.

Aggressive skin treatments such as laser, chemical peel, dermabrasion etc can shorten the lifespan of your cosmetic brows and require touch ups sooner.