pre-care

what to know before you go:

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to get the best results; your skin should be calm, hydrated, and healthy prior to your session. think of it as preparing your canvas for art! please review this guide carefully before your appointment.

4 weeks before:

⟡ discontinue use of retinol, vitamin A products, tretinoin, AHAs/BHAs, chemical or laser peels, chemical exfoliants, and brightening agents near the brows/forehead/temples.

⟡ avoid toxins (botox, dysport), filler, and microdermabrasion near the brows/forehead/temples/11 lines.

1 week before:

⟡ avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning on your face.

3 days before:

⟡ don’t wax, thread, pluck, or tint your brows.

the day before:

⟡ avoid alcohol.

the day of:

⟡ avoid alcohol, caffeine (skip the morning coffee, please!), and NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen. these are all known to thin blood. acetaminophen (tylenol) is okay!

⟡ pre-workout supplements, vitamin B3, fish oil, and anti-inflammatories such as ginger or turmeric should be avoided as well. these are also known to thin blood!

**if you are taking a prescription blood thinner, please talk to your doctor first and get their approval for this procedure. i am not a doctor and i cannot instruct you to stop taking your medication.

walking into your appointment:

⟡ make sure you’ve eaten a full meal and are well-hydrated.

⟡ wear something comfy :)

⟡ you can bring water, snacks, a blanket— whatever makes you feel at ease ♡

⟡ come in with a clean face, no makeup, ready for me to work on!

contraindications

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these conditions can interfere with the healing process and require extra care. please check with your doctor before booking to ensure your safety and the best results possible! if you’re unsure about something, feel free to reach out and we can talk through your specific case. i’m here to guide you, not gatekeep beauty.

possible issues (check with your doctor):

⟡ diabetes

⟡ autoimmune disorders

⟡ high blood pressure or heart conditions

⟡ taking blood thinning medication for any reason

⟡ in chemo/radiation therapy

i CANNOT work on clients with the following:

⟡ skin infections or open wounds near the brows (this includes pimples!)

⟡ current/recent use of accutane (must wait one year after discontinuing)

⟡ tendency to scar or develop keloids

⟡ known allergies to lidocaine, epinephrine, or stainless steel

⟡ those who are or may be pregnant (must wait until done nursing)