Microblading, sometimes called "feather touch" or "micro-stroking" is a procedure that improves the appearance of your eyebrows. 

Microblading is performed by a trained technician. This individual carefully draws in your brows using a special tool. The procedure involves hundreds of tiny strokes that build a texture that looks like your own eyebrow hair. Microblading results can last 12-18 months, which is a big part of its appeal.

Microblading cuts into the skin in the area of your eyebrows and implants pigment into the cuts. There are several things you should know about aftercare if you are considering getting it done. Your skin will be sensitive afterwards and you’ll need to avoid touching the area or getting it wet for up to 10 days after your appointment.

Skincare after microblading

Taking care of the area of skin where microblading took place is similar to tattoo care. The pigment immediately following the procedure will appear quite dark, and the skin underneath will be red. About two hours after microblading, you should run a wet cotton swab that has been dipped in sterilised water over the area. This will get rid of any excess dye that’s on your brows. It will also keep the area sterile. It will take anywhere from 7-14 days for the skin to begin to appear healed and for the pigment to fade to its regular shade.

Follow these steps to properly take care of your skin after microblading:

• Avoid getting the area wet for up to 10 days, which includes keeping your face dry during a shower.
• Don’t wear makeup for at least a week. This is because the pigments are still settling in to the shallow cuts in your skin caused by the blading.
• Don’t pick at scabs, tug, or itch the eyebrow area.
• Avoid saunas, swimming, and excessive sweating until the area is completely healed and you have a follow-up appointment.
• Keep your hair away from your brow line.

Apply any medicated cream or healing balm provided by your technician as directed.