Microblading FAQs

Microblading is a semi-permanent make up technique used to enhance and reshape the eyebrows.

A hand-held tool, tipped with fine needle points is used to create tiny, hair stroke cuts that mimic individual brow hairs. Each stroke is defined when filled in with pigment

Natural looking results are achieved by following the unique direction of hair growth individual to each person. 

The healing process differs from person to person depending on factors such as skin type. Generally the skin should have healed 10-14 days after the procedure. The brows will appear to darken in the few days following the procedure and scabs will start to form. The brows must be kept dry (other than gentle wiping clean and adding the Phi candy barrier balm.) Until the scabs have fallen away naturally and the skin underneath has healed. Once the skin has healed the colour and strokes should appear softer and more natural. The top up appointment is essential 4-6 weeks after the initial appointment, here any strokes that have disappeared will be added. Oily skin may require an additional top up.

This is dependent on factors such as skin type ,life style and age. Generally results can last between 6 -18 months. The results tend to fade faster on those with oilier skin, those that have regular facial treatments that include active ingredients to promote skin resurfacing ,those that sun bathe regularly and those with younger skin. Please note that the pigment does not always fade evenly and all at once, in these situation sparse areas can be filled in with brow pencil or gels.

In my experience and having asked clients I would say that the pain is mild for most and only moderate for some. Usually likened to a scratching sensation rather than painful. To ensure the finest strokes can be made on a natural skin texture, your brow area will be numbed following the initial full set of strokes have been made on each brow. Following the procedure, skin may be slightly red or swollen.

Microblading can not be performed if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Taking blood thinning medication such as Warfarin.
• Suffering from skin diseases , inflammations, broken skin or capillaries.
• You suffer from severe allergies.
• You are under the age of 18 years.
• If you have previous eyebrow tattoo or microblading that has not faded sufficiently.
• If you are using Retonoids and your skin is regenerating.
• If you suffer from Acne and you have been prescribed and using Roaccutane within the last 6 months .
• You suffer from haemophilia.
• Microblading can not be performed over keloid scarring. 

• Diabetes mellitus 
• Hepatitis 
• Prone to Herpes outbreaks 
• Prone to keloid scarring 
• Severe skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, difficulty with wounds healing or skin diseases 
• HIV 
• Have a pacemaker.
• currently undergoing or have undergone chemotherapy or radiotherapy within the last two years. 
• Epilepsy 

 Yes, a patch test is necessary at least 24 hours prior to the microblading appointment. This is carried out during the free consultation. 

• The consultation takes around 12- 20 mins.
• The initial microblading appointment usually takes approx 3 hours.
• The top up appointment takes between 1-2 hours.

The timings can be further explained to you during consultation.

• Please avoid alcohol and caffeine for at least 24 hours before the microblading appointment.
• Please avoid scheduling your appointment during your period as skin will feel more sensitive.
• Please where your normal make up on the day.
• Please avoid botox, chemical and laser peels, exfoliation, and prolonged sunbathing in strong sunlight at least 6 weeks before the treatment.