Caring For Your Eyebrows After Microblading
After years of wasting your time and money on ineffective brow products, you've finally taken the plunge and had professional microblading. This semi-permanent method of making your eyebrows appear fuller and more defined will last for several months or years, if your eyebrows are cared for properly after the procedure.
Here are a few simple microblading aftercare tips.
Cleaning Your Eyebrows
Wait a few hours after the procedure before cleaning or touching your eyebrows. Your technician will let you know when you can clean away any ointment or oils from your brows. Use a gauze pad or cotton pad and sterile water, which will be provided by your technician or available at your local drug store, to wipe away any oils or blood.
Continue to wipe off your brows a few times each day with the gauze and sterile water. Do not rub your brows and instead, gently tap or wipe away the oils, bacteria, and dry skin. Ask your technician how long you should clean your brows with sterile water and gauze. Typically, you will need to use caution and only sterile water to keep your brows clean for anywhere from four to 10 days after the procedure.
Caring for Your Skin
Cleansing your skin properly will help prevent fading the pigmentation or causing irritation to your brows. Wipe down your skin with a facial cleansing wipe or a warm washcloth and face wash, making sure to avoid your brow area. Do not steam clean your face or wash your face in the shower, as you could accidentally get too much moisture on your brows.
If you do get any cleanser or water on your brows, dab it away immediately with a cloth or paper towel.
What Not to Do
Finally, while your brows are healing, it is important to avoid several activities to prevent irritating the skin around your eyebrows. For example, avoid using any moisturizer or makeup on or near your eyebrows for at least 10 days to two weeks after the procedure, or as directed by your technician. Avoid doing any heavy exercise or anything that will make you sweat.
Stay out of pools, hot tubs, and avoid the sun for at least 10 days to two weeks after the procedure as well. Do not drink alcohol or smoke for several days after the procedure, as these products can slow down the healing process.
Caring for your eyebrows correctly after microblading can help ensure the area heals properly. For more help, contact a company like Wow Brows by Tracey.