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Ineligible:

• under 18 years of age   
• pregnant or lactating 
• Undergoing Chemotherapy
• Auto-immune disease or people with compromised immune system
• Mitral valve disorder or other heart conditions
• Blood disorder e.g. sickle cell anemia, haemophilia, or a platelet disorder
• Taking steroids such as cortisone, Accutane, Retin-A or Renova   
• Easily triggered by post inflammatory hyper pigmentation, Hypertrophic scarring or keloids   
• Skin allergies to metal, makeup or pigment     

With a Doctor's note:

• high blood pressure
• diabetes     
• glaucoma
• Taking blood-thinners such as aspirin or similar medication
• have skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, undiagnosed rashes, blisters or Acute acne in the treatment area on the site that is to be treated. Any one of these skin conditions may compromise the surface and texture of the skin. *Procedure performed on skin with these types of conditions may have sub par results.

*Individuals that have any uncertainty regarding their pre-existing conditions, or are under the supervision of a physician, please consult with your doctor before booking an appointment and provide me with a doctor's note.

Permanent cosmetics procedures are considered permanent because pigment is tattooed into the upper reticular part of the dermal layer of the skin and cannot be washed off. However, as with any tattoo or colorant (pigment) in general, fading can and often does occur, requiring periodic maintenance referred to as color re-enhancement or color refreshing. 

Both techniques are forms of cosmetic tattooing. They both involve depositing pigment into the skin (therefore, a tattoo), however the way they are deposited, and the aesthetic result, is different. A powder brow is done with a small machine that creates pixelation. Microblading is done with a manual tool to create lines resembling hair strokes. Both can look extremely natural when done on the correct skin type. Microblading is suitable for people with dry, taught, skin with no visible capillaries. Whereas powder brows can be done on every skin type (thick, oily, mature, etc.) Generally, I highly recommend a powder brow to everyone for the best long term results as it is less traumatic on the skin, heals easier, and looks better for longer.

Permanent makeup typically lasts 1-5 years, depending on technique, skin type and age. Skincare routine will also affect the lasting effect of the pigment. Those who use products with AHA or Glycolic Acid with experience accelerated fading as your skin is regenerating faster. Each individual’s color retention within the skin will vary. To maintain the brows looking fresh, a touch up is suggested every 12-24 months. Clients with oily skin may require more frequent touch ups (as early as 6-8 months post).

Unfortunately, the technique best for you is not always based on your preference, it is based on your skin. Your skin and your health are going to dictate how well the permanent makeup heals. The goal is to achieve the most natural, true to color healed result that will last you many years. If we pick the incorrect technique for your skin, your permanent makeup will show it by lightening up too much, fading completely in few months, healing a different undesirable color, or healing traumatically with scar tissue. In order to avoid that, I will always recommend the Powder technique. 

Whereas Microblading is only suited for about 10% of people, Powder is the best technique for people of all different skin types, health situations, and lifestyles. This is because Microblading involves cutting the skin which causes trauma. Powder Brows penetrates the skin with a needle to deposit color, which is much more gentle on the skin and lasts so much longer on everyone.

Each procedure will vary. Expect an appointment to last about 2-4 hours. First, I will meticulously measure and shape your brows into a beautiful shape based on your facial features and the golden ratio. Next, the color will be selected. Only once the client approves of both will the procedure begin. Treatment is done using sterile and disposable pigments with the highest standards in the PMU industry.

Microblading is more painful than Powder Brows. Some have compared it to paper cuts, or "lots of scratches" and usually say the tweezing is worse than the microblading. Many of my clients say they can barely feel the powder brow technique. Some say it's only a little pinchy. The discomfort will only last for the first pass which takes about 5-10 minutes. After that, a strong numbing gel is applied and you won't feel anything... so much so that some people fall asleep!

Please scroll down and read below "What to expect after my appointment"

It can be found under "IMPORTANT PRE CARE", where I go into detail about what to do and not do, beginning 30 days before your appointment.

IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS PERMANENT MAKEUP OR MICROBLADING I NEED TO SEE IT TO DETERMINE IF I CAN  WORK OVER IT OR NOT.

As a permanent makeup professional, I know what to look for when looking at prior work, skin, possible scar tissue, undertone, etc. I cannot make a determination without looking at your skin in person. Pictures will not suffice.

Please book for a free consultation, and I will give you my best recommendation and pricing during the consultation. That appointment lasts no longer than 30 minutes.

Please note that even if you have had microblading in the past, your appointment with me is considered (and charged as) an initial appointment, not a touch up appointment. These appointments are more difficult and require more work. 

In most cases, no. Everything is discussed via phone or email prior to booking. An in-person consultation is done during your initial brow appointment. However, if you have had previous microblading or permanent makeup, skin issues, scar tissues, or medical issues requiring discussion, a separate consultation will be needed. Please contact me directly with any questions. If you would like to come in on a separate day prior to your appointment for me to roughly draw the shape and discuss any other concerns, there is a $50 charge which will be applied to the procedure.

Botox and other neurotoxins freeze the muscles in your face, changing the structure and look of your features. Please wait two weeks before or after your appointment to get neurotoxins. 

Skin must not be damaged in any way (e.g. sunburn, eczema, dermatitis, acne) in the eyebrow area. If any of these concerns arise, please contact me to reschedule.

Do not book an appointment before a vacation or anytime you will be getting wet, sweating excessively, or in the sun. You cannot swim for 2 weeks after. You can not wear makeup for 7 days post procedure so please consider the timing of upcoming events when choosing a date. Specifically eyeshadow, foundation and powder (anything that can get into the brows) can cause an infection.

Women experience more sensitivity to pain during their period, so avoid that time too!

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, we must wait until you are done breastfeeding to perform the procedure.