Microblading Aftercare
Microblading Aftercare: What to Expect and How to Care for Your New Brows
Proper microblading aftercare is essential to ensure your newly microbladed eyebrows heal correctly and achieve the best possible results. After your microblading session, your eyebrows will go through several stages of healing, and understanding what to expect can help you care for them effectively.
What to Expect After Your Microblading Session
Immediately after your microblading procedure, your eyebrows will appear sharp and dark. This is normal because the pigment is still sitting on top of your skin and hasn’t fully settled. As your skin heals, the color will gradually soften. Don’t be alarmed if you notice pigment on a cotton swab—this is excess pigment and body fluid being naturally expelled from your skin.
As the healing process begins, your eyebrows may develop what looks like dandruff flakes or dry skin. This is superficial color and dry skin being naturally removed, and while it may seem like the pigment is fading quickly, it’s simply part of the healing cycle.
Essential Microblading Aftercare Tips
Following these microblading aftercare guidelines will help reduce the risk of complications, improve your comfort, and ensure the best possible results:
1. Keep the Area Clean and Dry:
– For the first 2 weeks, avoid using soaps and cleansers on the treated area as they can remove pigment. Instead, gently wipe the area with a cotton pad and cool, sterile, boiled water.
– Avoid getting shower water directly on your face for the first 10 days.
2. Post-Care Ointment:
– After 4 days, clean your hands thoroughly and apply the post-care ointment with a cotton swab. Do this twice a day, morning and night, but use the ointment sparingly to allow your skin to heal naturally.
– Continue applying the ointment for 7 days. The complete healing process can take 6-8 weeks, but the color that remains after 2 weeks will be semi-permanent.
3. Avoid Picking and Scratching:
– Refrain from picking, scratching, scrubbing, or peeling the treated area to avoid scarring and pigment loss.
4. Sun Exposure and Sunbeds:
– Before treatment, avoid sun exposure and sunbeds as tanned skin can exfoliate, leading to pigment loss. After treatment, stay out of the sun until healing is complete. Long-term, apply sunblock over your eyebrows to minimize fading.
5. Exercise and Sweating:
– Avoid strenuous exercise for at least 2 weeks as excess sweating can remove pigment.
6. Skincare and Cosmetic Products:
– For the first 2 weeks, avoid using any skincare or cosmetic products on the treated area. Long-term, avoid products containing retinol, alpha hydroxy acids, or glycolic acids as they can fade the pigment.
7. Makeup:
– Don’t apply makeup to the treated area until fully healed, as it can distort the color and increase the risk of infection.
8. Cosmetic Treatments:
– Avoid treatments like plasma pen, laser resurfacing, microneedling, and chemical peels on the eyebrows, as they can increase the skin’s cell renewal rate and affect the pigment.
9. Hot Showers and Steam:
– Avoid hot showers, baths, saunas, and steam rooms for at least 2 weeks, as these can cause sweating and pigment loss.
10. Swimming:
– Don’t swim until your eyebrows are fully healed. Long-term, protect your microbladed eyebrows with Vaseline before entering a chlorinated pool to minimize fading.
11. Smoking and Alcohol:
– Limit smoking and alcohol consumption as they may slow the healing process.
Signs of Infection and When to Seek Medical Attention
It’s crucial to monitor your eyebrows for any signs of infection during the healing process. Symptoms may include hot, red, shiny skin, pus formation, fever, or feeling unwell. If you notice any of these signs, seek medical attention immediately.
Additionally, if you experience severe allergic reactions, such as rash, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical care. Contact me if you notice any other unwanted side effects or have concerns about your healing process.
Follow-Up Appointments
I’ll advise you when to schedule future treatment or touch-up appointments, usually between 4-8 weeks after your initial session. Even if your recovery seems to be going well, it’s important to attend your follow-up appointment to ensure your eyebrows heal perfectly.
By following these microblading aftercare instructions, you can help ensure your new brows look their best and last as long as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out—I’m here to support you every step of the way.
