What You Must Do Before Microblading

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From the over-plucked to thick ones, eyebrow trends are continuously changing. Back then, it’s all about the brows of Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot and Drew Barrymore. There was a time when people eagerly used tweezers. Some even went to tattoo artists who use purple and greenish ink to have thin and strong-arched eyebrows drawn. But as for 2019, those days are gone! When the best cosmetic clinics in Manila introduced eyebrow microblading, well-groomed and natural-looking brows are all the rage!

But first, what is microblading?

Microblading is a form of semi-permanent tattooing technique where artists use a small handheld tool made of several tiny needles to make little incisions and deposit pigment to the skin. The results are hair-like strokes that perfectly imitate the growth and color of eyebrows. No wonder why it became popular immediately, it’s what made the picturesque brows of Cara Delevingne and Lily Collins happen! 

Currently, the internet is filled with various searches about it. Some inquire for prices, locations of clinics, aftercare and reviews. Little did they know that before considering and undergoing this process, they must first search and do the prep care themselves!

As for makeup, you will get the best results when you spend extra time prepping your face. After all, it starts with a good canvas! The same goes for microblading. According to professional eyebrow microblading artists in Manila, people will get the best results if they properly prep. The eyebrow area must be healthy, non-sensitive, non-irritated and ready. Here’s how: 

1. Apply rosehip oil or virgin coconut oil (every night).

As it is packed with vitamins D and A, it encourages hair growth while contributing to skin cell production and repair. It also smoothens the eyebrow area and gets rid of unwanted bumps. 

 

2. Avoid waxing, plucking and tinting.

Waxing and plucking will damage the hair follicles and will lead to swelling, bumps and irritations. On the other hand, tinting will overshadow the natural hue of brows; making it difficult to select the proper pigment for you upon the microblading procedure.

3. Avoid intense exposure to the sun.

Sunburn on the face will be painful, and induce redness, swelling and irritation. The skin will also experience peeling and itching as your body tries to rid itself of sun-damaged cells.

4. Do not have facial (2 weeks prior).

No chemical peels, botox, dermabrasion, laser treatments or any other facial as these cause irritation. Having this before a microblading procedure will also result in poor pigment deposit.

5. Do not take blood-thinning supplements (1 week prior).

Supplements such as fish oil and Vitamin E reduce blood coagulation. As microblading involves making little incisions, taking these will prolong the clotting and healing time.

6. Do not take alcohol, coffee, and pain relievers (before the procedure).

Even though these are well-known for their anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, these are not advisable. Studies show that these increase the risk of excessive bleeding.

7. Do not work-out (the day of the procedure).

Working out will increase sweat and oil production, making it hard for the microblading pigment to stick to the skin. 

If you’re considering microblading, those are the things you must do to ready your brow area and experience best results. After that, make sure to contact a professional eyebrow microblading artist is Manila to surely up your brow game!