Who is a good candidate?

Anyone that wants to have full, beautiful brows all day, every day! That would include busy parents or business people who don’t have much time to apply brow makeup, active people who don’t want to worry about sweating off makeup while working out or swimming, or any person who struggles with getting that perfect shape that the celebrities and YouTube makeup artists always seem to have. Other clients include Cancer survivors, those suffering from scarring, Trichotillomania, Alopecia, or other diseases and disorders that have led to natural hair loss.

Who is NOT a candidate?

Taking blood thinners Skin irritations near the area such as sunburn or Psoriasis Taking sun sensitizing medications (including but not limited to Retinol/Retin-A/vitamin A) – these need to be stopped at least 2 weeks before the appointment) Botox within last 2 weeks Accutane within last year History of keloid scarring Auto-immune deficiencies People suffering from severe acne Pregnant women Nursing women should discuss with their doctor People with conditions that cause them to bleed very easily People with prior permanent makeup may not be good candidates for Microblading. This is determined by consultation.

Are you certified and licensed to operate?

Yes! Emme Brow & Aesthetics is a licensed tattoo studio and I am a certified permanent makeup artists. I am a practicing, Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and licensed to perform all aesthetic injections. All artists have received extensive training and certification in Blood Borne Pathogens as deemed necessary for tattoo artists by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It’s crucial that you choose not only a certified permanent makeup artist, but also a licensed one to ensure your health is protected!

Should I Wear a Mask To My Microblading Session?

Although most cities lifted the mandate requiring masks in establishments, we recommend you wear a mask during your brow session. When the makeup artist is working on your eyebrows, they will be in very close proximity to your face. It will be beneficial to both of you to have a face covering during the procedure.

Does the permanent make-up procedure hurt?

Every client is different and pain tolerance varies by client. Most clients describe the pain level as minimal and find tweezing and threading more uncomfortable. At Emme Brow & Aesthetics, I use the best topical lidocaine available to minimize discomfort. This is a still a tattoo. You will typically feel some discomfort. Based on experience, we would describe the feeling a slight burning, astringent like sensation. Very tolerable and worth it!

How long does it take?

The process takes approximately 2-3 hours from the moment you walk in the door to the completion of your beautiful new brows. The first hour or so is spent designing your new brows and numbing the area. There is no downtime!

Occasionally, some clients will have some slight redness and swelling around the area which is very normal and will subside within a couple of hours. Most clients go on about their normal day when they leave their appointment.

What is the healing process?

Some swelling and tenderness after the procedure are normal and may last a day or so, depending on the client. Your new brows will appear DARKER, WIDER, AND SHARPER than the way they will heal. This is especially true for days 2-5. This is harder for some clients than others. Clients who rarely wear makeup may find that they don't like how their brows look on these days because they are too intense. That's normal! The pigment is sitting on top of the skin and has not yet settled into your face.

As your skin heals over the tattoo, your brows with lighten and soften. This process takes about 7 days or so on average. It’s important to follow all aftercare instructions and to attend the required follow-up appointment to make the finishing touches to your new brows!

Your healing is only about 50% in our control. Once you leave it's up to you to be diligent about following the instructions you're given to get the best result! And no matter how great they look, it's important to come for your touch-up appointment to get the final result. This is a 2-step process, so even if you have some things you want to tweak after the first appointment, no worries! We will continue to work on your brows at your touch-up.

How long does it last?

This will vary by client. If aftercare instructions are followed diligently, your new brows will last approximately 12-24 months on average before they're mostly faded; 18 months is average. For some people, their brows will last even longer, and for some less. Certain factors such as sun exposure and tanning beds, getting chemical peels, oily skin type, bleeding, etc., will affect whether your brows will last on the higher or lower end of the expected 12-18 months. We recommend one touch-up per year to keep them fresh. Coming more often increases the risk of scar tissue or causing your brows to look unnatural. Will it look natural? Absolutely! The techniques used at Emme Brow create realistic, simulated hair strokes and/or powder fill that looks just like a real eyebrow! Your brows can be as big and bold or as soft and subtle as you like! What if my brows are fading faster than I’d like? We will revisit aftercare and lifestyle to make sure that is not the issue. If not, it’s likely that you need to go darker and fuller at your touch-up, and/or you are ready for more full coverage, a longer-lasting technique like powder brows. What if I have concerns about my brows after they heal? Complete customer satisfaction is our goal! If you have concerns about your brows after they've healed, please call right away so we can discuss them! I am here to help.

Does Microblading Hurt?

Most people who have had Microblading have stated that the discomfort is no greater than that of getting a regular tattoo. Many even report that their artist used a numbing gel which totally eliminated the discomfort. They claimed that all that was felt was the pressure of the instruments on their skin.

If you are worried about experiencing discomfort while having Microblading done, just ask us and see what steps we can make that may reduce, eliminate or prevent discomfort.