Ready to ditch your eyebrow pencil in favor of a longer-lasting, more natural-looking solution? Microblading gives you those fuller, well-defined brows you’ve always wanted. But what happens after microblading treatment? Understanding the microblading healing process and aftercare requirements can help you confidently navigate your procedure and preserve your beautiful brows. Let’s learn more!
Your Microblading Treatment
During your microblading session, our talented aesthetic providers use a specialized hand tool to meticulously apply semipermanent pigment to eyebrow skin. This method enables us to replicate the appearance of natural eyebrow hairs—a form of cosmetic tattooing for your brows. Assuming you’re in the hands of one of our capable White Orchard Spa providers, microblading is a safe, effective procedure for all skin types and tones.
Microblading Aftercare: What To Expect
Rest assured, we’ll provide detailed aftercare instructions after your microblading procedure. In general, here’s an overview of what you can expect:
Immediately after microblading treatment:
- Your brows will appear darker and more defined (probably darker than you expect). Be patient—results will gradually soften.
- You may experience mild redness, swelling, and sensitivity.
1 to 4 weeks after microblading treatment:
- Scabbing, flaking, and itchiness are common side effects during this phase of healing.
- Your brow color will fade as the pigment settles into the skin.
2 to 4 weeks after microblading treatment:
- Your final results emerge as your eyebrows fully heal.
Tips To Ease Microblading Healing
Proper aftercare is the key to achieving the best brow results and maintaining your fuller look. We suggest:
- Keeping eyebrows dry: Avoid getting your eyebrows wet for at least one week after treatment. This means swimming is out, and you must exercise caution when washing your face and showering.
- Following a “hands-off” approach: Resist the urge to scratch or pick at itchy scabs, and make every effort to keep your hands off your sensitive, healing brows.
- Going makeup-free: Refrain from applying makeup or other brow products for at least a week to prevent infection.
- Avoiding harsh products: Steer clear of skincare products that contain active ingredients like retinoids and AHAs that can irritate vulnerable, healing skin.
- Protecting your skin from the sun: Avoid sun exposure immediately after treatment, and always apply a high SPF sunscreen to protect your brows after healing.
How Long Does Microblading Last?
You can expect your microblading results to last 1 to 3 years, depending on how well you preserve and protect your skin. For example, practicing a good skincare regimen that includes moisturizing and gentle cleansing keeps your brows looking plentiful and fresh. Remember, however, that microblading is only a semipermanent solution, and your results will eventually fade. Therefore, we recommend visiting us for touch-up procedures once or twice a year to maintain your ideal brow color and depth.
Schedule Your Appointment
Are you ready to transform or perfect your brows? Now that you better understand microblading aftercare, you can set yourself up for a positive aesthetic journey. Learn more by exploring all our brow and lash services, check out this related blog post, and then schedule a meeting with our caring team. It’s easy to request an appointment online or call us at (772) 231-1133 to get started.
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