Microblading Vancouver: Preparing for Your Appointment and Aftercare Tips
Microblading is one of the most popular ways to enhance the look of your eyebrows today. The process offers a semi-permanent natural enhancement, a cost-effective cosmetic solution that uses a hand-piece device with small blades to give your eyebrows more volume. Although the treatments have almost no side effects, many clients have questions and fear the unknown before their first appointment.
If you’re on the fence about booking your first microblading Vancouver appointment or you’ve already decided to give microblading a shot, there are some things you should know before your appointment. Let’s discuss how to prepare for your appointment and some helpful aftercare tips for the best results.
What to Expect Before Your Appointment for Microblading Vancouver
Like an eyebrow tattoo, microblading is done with a handpiece device that looks like a pen. At the device's tip is a blade with other smaller edges attached. Since they are too tiny and delicate to penetrate deeper skin layers, you can rest knowing that the device only scratches the surface of your skin. With each stroke, the microblade device inserts a medical-approved amount of pigment into the top layer of your skin. The result is a naturally thicker look that adds volume to your eyebrows and lasts up to 10 months.
On the day of your microblading Vancouver treatment, here are the steps you can expect your aesthetician to follow:
First, the outline of your eyebrow will be cleaner to prepare for your procedure.
You’ll discuss your specific requests and your aesthetician will make recommendations based on the outline of your face, symmetry, and physical features. Since your face is as unique as you, your face will be evaluated to determine the best shape of your eyebrow. Your face will then be measured for more specific data, and your technician will pre-draw your eyebrow shape.
A topical numbing ointment will be applied to your skin’s surface.
Using a hand-piece device to scratch your skin gently, the procedure will begin to implement pigments into your eyebrows. Each stroke will make a colored like to your skin until your eyebrows are filled in, and identical shapes are achieved.
Finally, your technician will add another layer of pigments to the skin to stabilize the color. After a few minutes, they’ll clean the skin and complete your procedure.
What You Should Avoid Before Your Microblading Vancouver
As mentioned, the procedure is harmless. Still, you’ll need to follow a few steps to ensure you get the best results from your investment. Here is a list of don't-dos before your microblading Vancouver appointment:
Avoid using any medications or supplements that can dilute your blood. For example, don’t take ibuprofen or aspirin at least 24 hours before your treatment.
Start using fish oil and vitamin E a week before your session.
Stop any retinol or vitamin A supplements at least one month before your visit.
Do not wax, tint, tweeze, or pick your eyebrows for at least a week before your appointment.
Do not Botox your face for at least three weeks before your appointment.
Avoid using products that peel off your facial skin at least two weeks before your appointment.
Avoid tanning or sitting under direct sunlight at least two weeks before your appointment.
Avoid alcohol before your appointment.
Avoid scheduling your microblading Vancouver during your period.
Microblading Aftercare Tips
Your microblading expert will give you tips and tricks once your procedure is complete. Here is a list of the best tips to care for your skin after your microblading Vancouver appointment:
Rinse your eyebrows with a fragrance-free neutral soap when you get home.
Dab-dry your eyebrows with a cotton pad or paper towel. Do not rub and do not use a cloth.
Apply a very thin layer of Bepanthen Cream.
If your skin is particularly dry, you can continue applying the cream up to three times daily. Repeat this process 3-5 times throughout the first day.
Continue applying the cream for two weeks, checking for tight or dry skin before applying again.
For two weeks post-procedure, do not let hot water with strong pressure come in contact with your eyebrows.
Contact Loesy Beauty to Schedule a Consultation for Microblading Vancouver
At Loesy Beauty, we’re dedicated to helping individuals enhance their beauty and look and feel their best. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step to achieving fuller, more natural-looking eyebrows.
