Powder Brows

What is powder brows? 

Powder brows is a form of permanent makeup using a machine, unlike microblading where we use a hand held tool using our own pressure only. 

The main difference between powder brows and microblading is the finished result and skin suitability, meaning this method can be suitable for more skin types. 

Powder Brows is exactly as it sounds, to give a similar appearance to powder in the brows, for example, how you may draw your brows on.  This will give a slightly fuller and more filled in appearance than that of microblading hair strokes, however can still look soft and natural. 

There may be certain circumstances where you would be more suitable for a powder brow over microblading, for example, someone with an oily skin type would be better suited with this method along with a more mature client or those will delicate skin. 

How long does it last?

Powder brows on average will last between 1-2 years.  You can book an annual top up within this time to maintain the look.  Your powder brows may fade quicker if you are in the sun alot, use sunbeds and do not protect the brows with an SPF 50. 

Certain skincare products can also fade your brows quicker, including glycolic acid, AHA or other fruity acids.

Can anyone have Powder Brows?

Powder brows is available to almost all clients!  There may be some medical conditions or medications that can prevent this for example 

Those with allergies to the products and reactions to testing.

Those who have had botox within the last 2-4 weeks

Accutane medication

Pregnant or breastfeeding

Heart conditions and medications

Those on blood thinning medications

Those with serious medical conditions, and on medications may need to seek doctors approval

Powder brows is suitable for those with little, to a lot of hair, for all skin types. Those with an oily skin type will find this treatment much more successful than microblading. 

Pre treatment advice

Come to your appointment wearing your usual makeup, so the technician can see how you normally wear your brows.

A patch test and online pre consultation will be performed in advance of the appointment.

Do not take any aspirin, ibuprofen or coumadin for two days before or after your appointment. However, any prescribed medication must not be discontinued without consulting your doctor.

Do not consume alcohol or coffee within 24 hours of your appointment.

Refrain from using sunbeds and avoid natural sunlight 2 weeks before and after your treatment.

Refrain from waxing at least 48 hours before the treatment.

Refrain from having electrolysis for at least 5 days before the treatment.

Eyebrow tinting should not be undertaken 1 week before the treatment.

Aftercare advice

Your aftercare can greatly impact the finished results to your treatment, so please read this carefully and follow all advice in order to get the best from your brows!

Please keep the area completely dry for 7 days whilst healing.  We recommend a gentle facial cleanser for the rest of the face during this time.

Keep hair away to prevent infection.

Do not use any products on the area unless instructed by your technician.

Avoid direct sunlight, tanning beds, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, fake tan and swimming for 2 weeks following your treatment.

Do not touch, pick, peel or scratch the area, to avoid infection or scarring.

Avoid makeup on the area until completely healed.

If you are a blood donor, you may not be eligible to give blood for 4 months after your treatment. 

Avoid all hair removal and tinting treatments for at least 2 weeks after the treatment.

FAQs

Does it hurt?

There will be mild to no pain during the procedure, the brows may begin to feel slightly tender towards the end of your treatment but you will be kept completely comfortable throughout your procedure.  Numbing creams can be used to ensure complete comfort throughout!

How long does the procedure take?

Please set aside 2 hours for the procedure, this time includes a consultation, pre draw and the microblading procedure, however your treatment may be complete within 1.5 hours.

How long is the healing process? Will they look bad?

The full healing time for the treatment is 4 weeks, however they will visibly heal within around 2 weeks.  Immediately after the treatment the area may be slightly red and the pigment will appear slightly darker than the healed colour.  The brows will begin to darken during healing a couple of days after your procedure before they begin to flake/scab.  They can look dry during this time however it won't be anything to stop you from continuing your day as normal.

They will begin to lighten and almost appear as though they have disappeared.  This is completely normal as the skin begins to repair itself, and will then begin to resurface once healed.  We will then finish any patchy areas in your touch up 4-6 weeks later.

Do I need the retouch 6 weeks later?

Yes you will be required to attend this appointment to complete the procedure, as certain skin types will retain the pigment better than others.  We can also make any small adjustments in this appointment, with colour and shape.  The touch up appointment is included in the full price so you won't need to pay any extra!

Pricing Structure  (as a guide, touch ups may vary depending on retention)

First session & Touch up 6 weeks later - £300

Third top up (if some small areas haven't taken after full treatment) - £50

Top up within 6-12 months - £180 

Top up within 12-18 months £180 

Full price once 18 months & over