Powder Brows

Just like it’s the case with any semi-permanent makeup treatment, most people qualify as good candidates for the powderbrows procedure, although there are some restrictions concerning medical conditions.
Also, what’s even better is that this is a great option for people with oily skin as well. Some PMU treatments cannot deliver satisfactory, long-lasting results on people with such skin, but this procedure is different.
However, there are certain things that the clients need to bear in mind before opting for this procedure.

Certain pre-existing conditions prohibit you from getting powder brows. If you fall into any of the categories below, it is not safe for you to get the treatment:

• People with diabetes (only with doctor’s approval)
• People who are undergoing chemo therapy.
• People with any bleeding disorders
• People who take blood thinning medications (consults your doctor and see if you can pause the meds)
• People who’ve recently had Botox injections or fillers in the area (wait at least 2 weeks before you get your brows tattooed)
• People with viral infections or diseases
• People with skin irritations, Rosacea, or Psoriasis near the treated area.
• People whose skin was tanned recently

What is very important to know is that there are people who can undergo the powderbrows procedure despite having certain medical conditions, but only with a doctor’s approval. This includes people with:

• Uncontrolled high blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Organ transplant
• Pacemaker or major heart problems
• Epilepsy
• Any treatment, medication, or illness that compromises the immune system.

Even though the two procedures are somewhat similar, that is, both involve the artist inserting the pigment into the surface layers of your skin, the technique used is different, as well as the result, which is the biggest difference between powder brows and microblading.

Microblading creates individual strokes that resemble the eyebrow hairs, while powder brows create tiny dots to achieve a misty, powder-filled brow. By doing so, the result resembles the look of makeup application that includes a shade underneath the hairs.

What is powder brows’ advantage over microblading is the fact that powder brows last a bit longer than microblading, which is typically around 18 months on average, without touch ups.

The choice between microblading vs powder brows comes down to which style you prefer. Unlike microblading, powderbrows don’t look perfectly natural, but rather like an on-point brow makeup look.

There are many advantages to choosing powder brows.
It uses a more traditional tattooing method, which means that the results last longer.
Moreover, this procedure works with all skin types, including oily skin which can be problematic for microblading. Most clients come back for color boosts after 12 – 18 months.
Finally, the eyebrow looks much more defined and dramatic than with the classic, microblading method. The results resemble the look of wearing eyebrow powder.

It’s good to know that the powder brow technique can be combined with microblading.

The effect that this combination creates is powder microblading, or combo brows or fusion brows – very fine hair strokes filled in with a smooth shading for enhanced brows.

The whole powder brows treatment usually lasts 2-3 hours.

The creation of powder brows process has several steps that usually look like this:

STEP 1: Consults and cleaning
We will have a chat about the look you want. It’s a good idea to come in for your treatment wearing your usual brow makeup, so they can get a sense of your preferences. Then I will prepare the area around the brows by cleaning it thoroughly.

STEP 2: Numbing
The eyebrows area is covered with topical anesthetic, which is left on for approximately 20 minutes until it kicks in.

STEP 3: Choosing a pigment
Together, we will decide on the color of your eyebrows according to your hair and skin color.

STEP 4: Measuring and Mapping
The area of the eyebrows is measured, taking into account face shape, symmetry, facial features, etc. The outline of the arch shape is drawn on and once you’re happy with it, the actual application starts.

STEP 5: Needling process
The process of creating fine dots with a specialized machine and covering them with pigment. If there is any discomfort at this stage another quick layer of topical anasthetic can be added to the area .

STEP 6: Implementing pigment
A final layer of pigment is added, after which the eyebrow area is cleaned.

STEP 7: Touch up
Once your powder brows have healed, the touch-up is booked for filling in the gaps where the pigment hasn’t taken or healed properly.

As soon as you heard about a needle machine being involved, your mind probably went straight to the question do powder brows hurt? This is a difficult question to answer, mainly because the definition of pain varies from person to person.

People who wax or pluck their eyebrows regularly will not find the procedure very painful, whereas someone who has never had their brows plucked might feel some level of discomfort.

The good thing is I will appy a safe topical anesthetic to your eyebrows in order to ease the procedure as much as I can.
during healing your powder brows might feel sensitive and itchy, which may be a little uncomfortable, but it’s definitely worth it no pain no gain !

Powder Brows is generally considered a safe, non-invasive treatment, but since it involves incisions, it still carries certain risks.
There is a list of conditions that makes you unsuitable for PMU powdered eyebrows. Some of them include pregnancy, diabetes, heart conditions, allergies, and other conditions your artist should ask you about and establish whether you are allowed to have the treatment or notsh handy for flushing during the procedure.
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For most people, eyebrow PMU and especially powder brows sound like the block-of-color cartoonish brow tattoos of the 90s, so they are reluctant to get the treatment.
However, it’s very important to understand that the technique has changed, and so has the equipment that’s used to create it. The results do not look so unnatural anymore, as the pigments used are specially formulated to recreate the look of makeup.
What’s more, powder fill brows nowadays can be created to look subtle and natural, and this is achieved by not saturating the desired brow shape too much, which allows for a defined, yet soft look.

The preparation for the powder brow procedure doesn’t start when you enter the salon, but sometime before that.
These are the things that you should bear in mind before the treatment:
Once the day comes for you to get your powderbrows, make sure that you bring along the makeup you usually wear and photos of the look you want to achieve.
Make sure that you’re completely healthy. Before the procedure starts, you will need to complete a medical history form.
Do not drink caffeine or alcohol at least 48 hours prior to the procedure.
Do not take any blood thinners such as Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E, B6, Omega 3, Gingko Biloba, or evening Primrose at least 1 week before your procedure. Of course, if this is medically necessary, you might want to consider changing the date of your powder brows procedure.
Pay attention to your menstrual cycle– it can increase your pain sensitivity.
Avoid waxing, tanning, or tinting the eyebrow area at least 3 days before your appointment.
Avoid any anti-aging treatments, such as Botox, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, lasers, or facials at least 2 weeks before your appointment.
Do not opt for any facial injections at least 1 month prior to your procedure.

Once you’re finished with your treatment, you will experience some swelling and soreness, which is completely normal. This will subside within a few days, so there’s nothing to worry about.
However, if you want to make the most out of this procedure, you need to know some things about the powder brow aftercare process:

I give you an ointment to use on your brow area. Make sure to apply the ointment 3 times a day, and always use clean fingers or a cotton swab, especially in the first 3 days
Never touch the treated area with your fingers unless they are completely clean. There might be bacteria that you don’t want to get on your eyebrow area. The same goes for q-tips, cotton swabs, and basically any surface that comes into contact with your brows. Sleep on a clean pillowcase.
Do not scratch, rub, pick or peel the healing skin. Allow it to flake off on its own so as not to damage your skin or your results.
As far as the cleaning is concerned, always gently cleanse the treated area with mild antibacterial soap – never scrub as it will affect your final result. Rinse with lukewarm water and gently pat the area until it’s dry.
Always apply a light coat of ointment on the area before a shower or bath, and continue with this regimen until the procedure area is completely healed.
Avoid any makeup, facials, sweating, sun exposure, sauna, jacuzzi, or swimming until the area is completely healed.
Try to avoid getting your eyebrows wet.
Do not use any anti-aging products, especially those that contain lactic acids, glycolic acids, and retinol, as they will fade your eyebrow area.
In order to prevent future fading of your pigment color, use sunblock after the procedure.
Once the peeling phase ends, you may proceed with your regular activities.
The look of your brows will change throughout the healing period, and in some of the healing stages, they may not look their best. In order to prepare for the healing process of powder brows mentally, look up powder brows healing pictures that show what you can expect.

The treated area is very sensitive and prone to infections right after the treatment.

So, it is forbidden to wear makeup on the treated area. You are allowed to apply it to other parts of your face. However, since makeup can get to the treated area easily, and during the healing process powder brows should be protected from contamination.

It’s very important to know that the result of the treatment is determined by many different factors, such as medications, skin characteristics (if it’s oily, sun-damaged, particularly thick or thin), your skin’s unique pH balance, alcohol intake, smoking, and the post-procedure aftercare.

Due to all that, the powder brows healing process might be different for everyone.

You will most likely experience swelling and redness after the procedure. This should subside within 4 days after the procedure, but this is individual.

It’s also important to note that the result will look approximately 50% darker than the desired effect, and it will take 4-10 days for it to lighten. The true colors will be visible only 1 month after the procedure.

In the healing of powder brows scabbing is the most annoying stage for most clients. I cannot stress enough how important it is for you to avoid picking at the scabs at all costs, as this can cause unattractive patchiness. You need to see each of the powder brows healing stages through and let the skin recover. Once you see your brows healed, you’ll forget all about the agony of aftercare.

Although this treatment is sometimes called eyebrow powder tattoo, the results are created using PMU pigments, not tattoo ink, so they eventually fade.

How long does powder brows last depends to a great extent on your actions. There are some important factors that can cause your powdered brows to fade faster and thus shorten their lifespan.
The most important factor is the sun; tanning beds, sunbathing and sun exposure can cause your powder brows to fade a bit faster.
Exfoliating can also cause some of the color to come off or fade out.
Other factors include oily skin and different medical conditions.
You should also avoid certain skincare products that accelerate fading for as long as you want to have your powder brows. If you notice your brows are fading, you can book a “color boost” touch-up appointment that will help you maintain the color.

The powder brow touch up appointment cannot take place earlier than 30 days after your initial procedure. Once there, you will be able to add more shade and make it more intense (as it might somewhat fade during the healing phase), choose some darker or warmer colors, and correct the shape. For example, if your skin didn’t take the pigment in some spots, there is the touch up to fix it.

Powderbrows can last for 1 to 3 years, but everything depends on your skin type and aftercare.
A touch up is always required after 4– 8 weeks after the initial appointment.

Bear in mind that clients who choose a softer look and a lighter color, or don’t follow the aftercare instructions carefully may require more touch up appointments.

If you’re not happy with the results and don’t want to wait until they fade naturally, there are ways to remove powder eyebrows; although, it can take some time and effort.

The most obvious way is to do all the things that accelerate fading: sunbathe, wash your face often, visit saunas, etc. The alternatives are saline removal and laser removal, which can get expensive and take time. Its always best to just contact me and we can decide what the best solution would be .