Microshading Aftercare

🗓️ First 10–14 Days: Healing Phase

✅ DOs:

  1. Keep brows dry
    Avoid water, sweat, steam, and humidity. Use a damp cotton pad to clean around the area gently.

  2. Apply ointment (if advised)
    Your artist may recommend a healing ointment (like Aquaphor or a tattoo aftercare balm). Apply only a thin layer using clean hands or a cotton swab.

  3. Blot gently if fluid appears
    In the first few hours, you may see lymph fluid. Gently blot with a clean tissue.

  4. Let scabbing/flaking happen naturally
    Expect some peeling or scabbing—do not pick or peel it.

  5. Sleep on your back
    Avoid pressure or friction on your brows during sleep.

❌ DON’Ts:

  1. No water on brows
    Avoid showers that cause steam or splashing. Cleanse your face with a washcloth, avoiding the brow area.

  2. Avoid makeup on brows
    No brow makeup or skincare near the area until fully healed.

  3. No sun, tanning, or sweating
    UV and sweat can affect healing and cause fading.

  4. Avoid exfoliants and active ingredients
    No retinol, AHAs, BHAs, or scrubs near your brows for at least 4 weeks.

  5. Don't touch or scratch
    Even if they itch or flake, leave them alone.

🗓️ After 2 Weeks:

  • The top layer of skin should be healed.

  • Your brows may look lighter — this is normal! Color settles over 4–6 weeks.

  • You’ll likely need a touch-up session at 6–8 weeks for best results.

💡 Long-Term Care:

  • Apply SPF on brows daily to prevent fading.

  • Avoid chemical peels, laser treatments, or exfoliation on brows.

  • Expect to refresh the color every 1–2 years.