MICROBLADING
DEFINITION
Micro-Pigmentation, also known as Semi-Permanent Make-Up or Cosmetic Tattooing , is a procedure that uses sterilized disposable needles to apply pigment into the dermal layer of the skin. This helps to partially or fully camouflage missing eyebrow hair with the appearance of simulated hair strokes using fine deposits of cosmetic tattoo pigments. The pigments are made of mineral, iron oxide base colorants. Topical anesthetics are applied to the area prior to the procedure to provide comfort for the client.
BENEFITS
If you use pencil to define your eyebrows, permanent eyebrows will relieve you of that daily routine. The results are the most natural looking hair-like strokes, regardless of the amount of hair present. Microblading treatments are perfect for the following clients: Hair loss, lack of definition, thin brows caused by years of over tweezing, chemotherapy, scars, or alopecia. Microblading is also recommended for correcting asymmetry, active lifestyle, or cosmetic enhancement. The pigments used in this method have been formulated to match your original eyebrow colour, and if the eyebrows are still present, blend perfectly. Microblading replicates exact brow like hair, creating very fine, thin, crisp hair lines more so than a feathering technique used with a machine, it is a manual method, lasting 1-3 years and ideal for all skin tones.
PROCEDURE
Microblading is done in two separate appointments (phase 1 + phase 2) 4-6 weeks apart. It is very important to complete two visits as the pigments fade after the first visit.
The initial procedure takes up to 2 hours. During this time, a consultation is undertaken, a colour tone chosen, a topical anesthetic applied and the initial outline of the procedure area is drawn for the client to approve. As we all heal differently, the end result will vary for each client. This is why a second visit is so important; it corrects any irregularities in colour tone or symmetry.
Occasionally a third visit may be necessary at a touch-up charge. This is not uncommon as the healing process varies. Frequency of a touch up depends on a number of factors including: the pigment colour used (lighter colours fade faster, lifestyle (sun exposure), and if any chemical peels come into contact with the treated area.
CONTRADICTIONS
You are NOT suitable candidate for this procedure if you are:
-
Pregnant or nursing
-
History of Keloids or Hypertrophic scarring
-
Diabetic (requires doctor's clearance)
-
Chemotherapy (consults your doctor)
-
Viral infections and/or diseases
-
Epilepsy
-
Pacemaker or serious heart conditions
-
Organ transplant recipeint
-
Skin irritations or Psoriasis near the treated area
-
Sick (cold, flu)
-
Using blood thinners
-
Have had Botox in the last two months
-
Have used Accutane in the last year
-
Allergic to Nickel or Red Dye #5
-
Any treatment, medication or illness that compromises the immune system
PRE TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Avoid alcohol, caffeine, aspirin and ibuprofen 72 hours before and after your appointment.
One week before your appointment, stop taking vitamin E, B6, Omega 3, Gingko Biloba and St. John's Wart, as they contribute to thinning the blood and may affect anesthetic efficacy. Resume taking vitamins and supplements 72 hours post procedure.
BOOKING POLICY
After the first consult when booking the actual service in person- the client must buy a non-refundable deposit in the form of a Drift Gift Card. Ten percent of the service cost will go on to the GC which will be held back at the Spa and used towards the service when they check out. Should the client cancel their appointment with less than 48 hours notice or abandon their appointment completely the GC will become property of Drift Day Spa. If the client is sick and unable to come In the day of their appointment, they must reschedule at that time. Should the client reschedule the appointment or change her mind with more than 48 hours notice the GC will be honoured at the time of checkout for which ever service is provided.