Frequently Asked Questions

Unfortunately, you are NOT a candidate if any of the following apply: 

- Under 18 years of age

- Pregnant or nursing (we recommend waiting three months after nursing)

- History of keloids or hypertrophic scarring

- History of Epilepsy, MRSA, or Lupus

- Undergoing chemotherapy/radiation (at least a year out and requires doctor's note of clearance)

- Non-steroidal aromatase inhibitors, Letrozole etc. (chemotherapy) 

- Type I Diabetic (requires doctor's note of clearance)

- Using Accutane (must be off for one full year)

- Currently taking Spironolactone (must be off of medication 4 weeks prior & 4 weeks after)

- Organ transplant

- Pacemaker or major heart problems

- Uncontrolled high blood pressure

- Currently taking oral or topical antibiotics (must be off for at least 30 days prior to appointment)

- Currently taking/using topical or oral steroids, prednisone etc. (must be off for at least 60 days prior to appointment)

- Currently treating any fungal or bacterial infections of the skin (must be off treatment for 4 weeks )

- Viral infections or diseases (cold/flu/eye infections)

- Those with transmittable blood conditions like HIV or Hepatitis

- Hemophilia or bleeding disorders

- Problematic Skin (acne or bumps covering the forehead or brow area)

- Skin irritations or psoriasis near the treated area (rashes, sunburn, acne, etc.)

- Chemical peels or PRP facial (at least 60 days prior)

- Facial laser treatment, IPL (at least 60 days prior)

- Botox in the last two weeks

- Poor general health

- Allergic to epinephrine, dermacaine, benzyl alcohol, lidocaine, or tetracaine

- Active cold sores (for lip blush)

- Hooded eyelids (for eyeliner)

- Currently have lash extensions (for eyeliner)

- Surgery within 30 days of treatment 

- Currently using or have used lash or brow serums in the past 8 weeks; avoid serum on area to be treated for a minimum of 8 weeks

- Using any skin care products that contain any retinol, glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid, or alpha hydroxyls 

If you have had your eyebrows, eyeliner or lips done before, please contact us to set up a consultation. We want to see you in person and see if we can work with the existing pigment. Please don't forget your face is our business card, if we can not make the brows to our liking, we will opt to not perform the procedure.

Microblading is the artistic technique done using a manual method of permanent makeup that replicates the look of natural hair growth in the eyebrow. Individual hair strokes are placed in the same direction of the existing hair to create a seamless and natural look. The results can last anywhere from 12 months up to 24 months depending on the skin type and lifestyle. A touch up every 18-24 months is recommended. Skin that is firm, normal/dry, with small or invisible pores is ideal for this technique. The Microblading technique is not suitable for very oily, mature, sun damaged or extremely sensitive skin. Eligibility for Microblading is subject to approval by the artist.

The end goal with these procedures is a beautiful, natural healed result. When anti-aging, lightening, brightening, smoothing, tightening, acne, color correcting, etc. skin care products are used, the skin thickness is altered and the end result is not the same. You are paying a lot of money for this service, these products have a HUGE impact on the healed brows. If these products are used 4 weeks prior or 4 weeks after the appointment, the brows will heal very patchy, dark and unnatural in color. You can resume your products 4 weeks after the touch up when your eyebrows have fully healed. We recommend mild products like CeraVe or Cetaphil. 

Combo Brows are created by microblading hair strokes combined with machine shading. This technique is quickly becoming a highly sought-after option to create natural looking brows that reduce the need for makeup. Depending on skin type, combo brows are often the most ideal service for clients with minimal brow hair. It provides the appearance of hair strokes along with added density from shading to provide the most realistic results. As with microblading, this is not suitable for all skin types. A touch up every 24 months is recommended.  

A fully shaded technique using a tattoo machine/pen that replicates a makeup look is called Ombre Powder Brows. The intensity of this look can be modified based on the client’s personal preference, ranging from soft and airy to bold and dense. Ombre Powder Brows are best for clients who want a well-defined, filled in brow. It is good for all skin types, especially for clients with oily skin with large pores. A touch up every 24 months is recommended. 

No, we want to work with as much of the existing hair as possible. Once we finish drawing your brow shape we will ask you for permission to remove (tweeze) any hair outside of the agreed shape.  

A classic eyeliner goes beyond the thickness of the thin lash enhancement. This subtle technique creates a backdrop for your upper lashes to make them look fuller, makes the whites of your eyes pop, and accentuates the color of your iris. You may choose to have a classic eyeliner with no wings, or you may choose to add a small wing to your classic eyeliner. A touch up is recommended every 1-2 years.  

Lip blushing is a cosmetic tattoo of the lips that enhances the beauty of the natural lip color, improving the shape of the lips, giving definition and the illusion of fullness. This treatment delivers very natural results, once healed. Filler may be great for creating volume in your lips, but lip blush delivers a more natural look and give the illusion of fuller lips and a defined vermillion border. Photo approval required prior to booking. A touch up is recommended every 2-3 years. 

Microbladed eyebrows typically last one to two years for most people before they need a touch up. Cosmetic tattoo treatments are considered permanent and will not wash off — however, they will fade over time and may need to be refreshed every 12 to 18 months. Those who do not follow aftercare instructions properly may require more frequent microblading touch-ups.  

Plan for approximately 14 days to heal. During that week, we encourage you to let it naturally exfoliate. This means keeping the permanent makeup out of water, sweat, steam, etc. Once the flaking period is complete, the result will appear lighter and the true color will come out after four weeks. As long as you’re good at following the aftercare instructions, there shouldn’t be a problem going to work or being out in public. 

The appointment usually takes two to three hours and most of the time is spent going over drawing the shape of your eyebrows and picking the right color in order to ensure that your eyebrow blading turns out perfect. 

We offer a free 30 minute consultation. Consultations are encouraged but not always required.

Because the color is implanted into the upper dermal layer of the skin and cannot be washed off, microblading brows is considered permanent. However, the pigment is implanted more superficially than a traditional tattoo, making it fade over time and requiring future touch ups.  

Yes, we won’t start the process until you agree with the color selected and the shape. 

Do not wear makeup on the brows for at least two weeks after your procedure, but everywhere else is fine, being careful not to get it on the treated area(s). 

For permanent makeup, at least two appointments are needed initially at least 6 to 8 weeks apart. It is absolutely imperative to complete the touch-up treatment. Without it the results will not be optimal. At the permanent makeup touch-up, we assess the color retention and make adjustments as necessary. Everyone heals differently and at different rates. If your cosmetic tattoo does not heal perfectly the first time, do not worry! We can always go bolder and add more density as well as correct any irregularities in the microbladed hair strokes during the touch-up. Your touch up appointment will be scheduled after your first appointment and it is INCLUDED in the initial pricing for the service.

They will look great! They may be a little darker for a couple of days, but you shouldn't experience any bruising and will only have very minimal swelling. You can go out to dinner the same day — just don't drink alcohol because it makes you sweat, bleed (unlikely), bruise, and worse of all, it leads you to make questionable decisions like touching your eyebrows with dirty hands!  

The tattooed area can be a little sore for the first few hours, and it is not uncommon for it to be tender for a few days. 

Sometimes. The old tattoo must be significantly faded for the hair strokes to show through and look natural. If you do have an existing tattoo, you need to schedule a consultation prior to booking a new client appointment.  

In most cases yes!  We do encourage a consultation prior to scheduling the touch up so we can evaluate what is needed and discuss options.