How long does it take?

Please allow a 3-hour window for your appointment. It will likely not take this long, but it is better to not rush.

What is the healing process like?

Immediately following your procedure, your brows will appear darker and warmer than they will fade to. You may experience some redness and swelling around the area - this is normal. After 3 days you may notice light flaking or scabbing. It is important that you do not pick at it. This may result in loss of pigment. During the healing process some pigment may appear muted or diffused. After 4-6 weeks when brows have healed, any touch-ups can be made. More color, or dimension can be added then!

What would make me a non-ideal candidate?

Are pregnant or breastfeeding

Are currently using Accutane, or have used Accutane in the past year

Freshly tanned or sunburned face

Are on blood thinning medications or antibiotics

Have Rosecea

Are undergoing cancer treatment

Off of Chemo or Radiation for 6 months

Have an autoimmune disease (Doctor’s note recommended)

I have work done from a previous artist, can I still come to you?

Please send a picture of your brows to Nicole.PHNXtattoo@gmail.com when requesting an appointment to see if your current brows can be worked over!

How do I prepare for my appointment?

Please wear your normal make-up to your enhancement appointment.

• NO alcohol or caffeine 24 hours before procedure (Yes, there is caffeine in decaf coffee and tea!).

• Avoid sun and tanning one week prior to procedure.

• Do not take Aspirin, Niacin, Vitamin E or Advil/Ibuprofen 48 hours before

procedure.

• Avoid Fish Oil, Prenatal Vitamins, Nutritional Shakes (Shakeology,

etc), “Hair, Skin, Nail” supplements 48 hours prior to procedure.

• Discontinue Retin-A at least 4 weeks prior (and avoid on eyebrow area after

procedure).

• Refrain from use of any Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products close to the eyebrow area 2 weeks prior (and avoid on eyebrow area after procedure).

• Botox and filler on the forehead, temple, and eye area should be avoided 1month prior to procedure for those who do not regularly receive injectables.

• No brow waxing, tinting, or threading one week prior (the more natural hair growth you have, the better!

• Avoid chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or facials 1 month prior.

Will I need a touch up?

Yes, it is very likely. After your first session, pigment color will fade as much as 30-40%. A follow-up appointment is done 4-8 weeks after the initial session. This takes much less time than the original procedure, and also allows for any desired changes to be made.

How long does it last?

Permanent makeup brows can last anywhere from 1-3 years depending on a client’s skin type, after-care, and retention. Touch ups are recommended annually to retain the brow shape and pigment.

Does it hurt?

A topical anesthetic is always applied prior and throughout the treatment, but each person will be different in terms of pain tolerance. Some clients may be more sensitive than others.

Is it safe?

Of course! All products used are sterilized, and disposable.