PMU PRE-CARE & POST-CARE
To ensure the best possible outcome, please carefully follow the pre- and post-care instructions below.
PMU RESTRICTIONS / CONTRAINDICATIONS
If you have any of the following, you may not be a eligible for PMU treatments.
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18 yrs old or younger
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Pregnant or Breastfeeding
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Allergies to topical anaesthetics
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Keratosis, facial psoriasis or eczema near the treated area (rashes, acne, sunburn, etc.)
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Transmittable blood disease such as HIV or hepatitis
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Accutane in the past year
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Using steroids on the area
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Tendency towards keloid skin
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Seborrheic dermatitis
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Viral infections and/or diseases
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Chemical peel within the last 3 weeks (superficial), 4-6 weeks for medium peels
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Medications, treatments, or illness that compromises the immune system
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Diabetes, Chemotherapy and any other Medical conditions consult your doctor (must provide doctor's note)
OMBRÉ POWDER BROW PRE-CARE
Please follow these guidelines prior to your appointment:
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Avoid alcohol, caffeine, aspirin, ibuprofen, and vitamins or supplements that thin the blood 24-48 hours before your appointment.
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Do not pick/tweeze/wax/perform electrolysis one week before your appointment.
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Do not tan two weeks prior or have sunburned face/skin.
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Do not have any type of facial 2 weeks before your appointment.
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Do not work out the day of the procedure.
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Do not have botox 3 weeks prior.
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Do not take Fish Oil or Vitamin E one week prior (natural blood thinners).
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OMBRÉ POWDER BROW POST-CARE
Proper aftercare is essential for beautiful, lasting results. Please follow these steps carefully:
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First 24 hours after treatment:
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Avoid getting your brows wet.
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Do not touch, rub, or scratch the area.
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Do not apply any ointments, serums, or skincare on or around the brow area.
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If lymph builds up (clear fluid), gently blot with a clean tissue—do not wipe.
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Reminders:
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DO NOT rub, pick or scratch the treated area.
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Avoid heavy sweating and long hot showers for the first 10 days.
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Avoid sleeping on your face for the first 10 days (Use a fresh pillowcase).
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Avoid swimming, lakes, hot tubs for 10 days.
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Avoid hot, sweaty exercise for 10 days.
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Avoid topical makeup including sunscreen ON your eyebrows for 2 weeks.
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No facials, botox, chemical treatments, for 4 weeks after treatment.
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No oil-based makeup, retinol, glycolic acid, or any strong exfoliants directly ON the brow area indefinitely as this can prematurely fade the pigment.
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Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning for 4 weeks after the procedure. Wear a hat when outdoors.
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Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate away. Picking can cause scarring or loss of colour.
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What to expect:
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Day 1: Brows look dark, defined and beautiful.
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Day 2-5: Brows appear dark and thick.
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Day 5-10: Brows start to scab/flake and begin to itch - this is part of the healing process.
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Day 10-15: Pigment lightens - this is normal.
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Day 15-30: Pigment returns and scabs have fallen off. scabbing is complete.
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Touch Up recommended at 6-8 weeks.