FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Threading is the process of spinning thread over hair, causing the hair to wrap around the string, subsequently pulling the hair out from the root. Waxing uses a thin layer of wax to trap the hair. The wax is then pulled off the skin and in turn pulls the hair out with it. With both options, when done properly, there is very minimal disruption to the skin. Discussing the options further with your brow artist will allow you to be able to decide what technique works best for you.
A brow design is an in-depth brow shaping service for first time clients. A brow maintenance appointment is the way that you keep your brows looking perfect, always. Your first appointment will generally be a brow design and each appointment after that would be a maintenance appointment.
Ideally you would let them grow for a minimum of two weeks. This means ZERO tweezing during this time.
A brow tint darkens the brow hair, even the baby fine ones. This gives the brows a full and more defined look.
The short answer is no.
It depends on who you ask. Most clients experience some discomfort, but it tends to be minor. We also use topical anesthetic to help alleviate this pain
Powder brows
- Appointment length: Two – 120 min. sessions (spaced 4-6 weeks apart).
- Results last 1-3 years
Microblading
- Appointment length: Two – 120 min. sessions (spaced 4-6 weeks apart).
- Results last 1-2 years
Lip blush
- Appointment length: Two – 120 min sessions. (spaced 4-6 weeks apart).
- Results last 6-18 months.
Brow shaping
- Appointment length: 20 min session.
- Results last 3-6 weeks.
Brow or lash tinting
- Appointment length: 20 min session.
- Results last 3-5 weeks.
Brow lift
- Appointment length: 40 min session.
- Results last 4-6 weeks.
Lash lift
- Appointment length: 80 min session.
- Results last 6-12 weeks.
Powder brows
- 1 – 3 years depending on healing.
Microblading
- 1 – 2 years depending on healing.
Brow shaping
- 3 – 6 weeks.
Brow tinting
- 3 – 5 weeks
Brow lift
- 4 – 6 weeks.
Lash tint
- 4 – 6 weeks.
Lash lift
- 6 – 12 weeks.
Yes. We provide a take home care package that includes all the information that you will need to help you heal. We have also included a healing cream in this package.
WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR SPECIFIC SERVICES AT THE BROW STUDIO?
Clients who have mature or oily skin, who are highly active and who have some existing brow hair.
Clients who have dry to normal skin, who have little to no brow hair and are less physically active.
Most clients will benefit from this service if there are no contraindications.
All clients can receive benefits from these services.
Clients with light to medium tone brows and lashes. Also, clients whose brows and lashes are beginning to gray.
Clients with unruly brows that do not lay flat and excessively straight lashes.
Clients that have facial hair growth that makes them feel self-conscious or effect their day to day life
WHAT SHOULD I DO TO PREPARE FOR MY APPOINTMENT?
Please make sure that prior to your appointment you:
- Avoid acetaminophen (Tylenol), Ibuprofen (Advil), ASA’s (Aspirin), coffee, and alcohol for 24 hours.
- Avoid all retinols for at least two weeks.
- Stay out of the sun and avoid tanning for a week prior to your appointment.
- We recommend that you have your standard brow shaping and tint services done one week prior to your appointment.
Please make sure that prior to your appointment you:
- Avoid acetaminophen (Tylenol), Ibuprofen (Advil), ASA’s (Aspirin), coffee, and alcohol for 24 hours.
- Avoid all retinols for at least two weeks.
- Stay out of the sun and avoid tanning for a week prior to your appointment.
Make sure that your hair has grown sufficiently to be waxed (a minimum of approximately two weeks of growth). Avoid all retinols for one week prior to your appointment.
Make sure that your hair has grown sufficiently to be threaded (a minimum of approximately two weeks of growth).
Brow tinting – There are no requirements for preparation.
Lash tint – Remove contacts prior to your appointment.
Brow lift- Avoid the sun and all retinols for one week prior to your appointment.
Lash lift- Remove contacts prior to your appointment.
Make sure that your hair has grown sufficiently to be waxed (a minimum of approximately two weeks of growth). Avoid all retinols for one week prior to your appointment.
RESTRICTIONS ON PROCEDURES
Certain conditions can mean you may not be an ideal candidate for different procedures. Read below to see if any apply to you.
In most cases, these services are an effective procedure, however, there are some limitations. Please see the below list of clients excluded from having these services done:
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- People under 18 years of age.
- People allergic to anesthetics or topical anesthetics.
- People with a tendency to develop Keloid scars.
- People taking a prescription for blood thinners.
- People who suffer from Hemophilia.
- People who suffer from Epilepsy.
- People currently taking any skin products containing Retin-A or retinols (avoid use for 10 days prior and 30 days following your complimentary touch up appointment)
- You must not have taken Accutane for 1 year prior to service.
- People currently receiving Chemotherapy treatments.
- People who are feeling unwell, ie) virus, cold, flu, fever, headache (please reschedule once you are well)
- If you receive Botox treatments, wait 2 weeks before or after your appointment before scheduling with The Brow Studio.
- People with broken capillaries in the eyebrow area.
- People with skin problems around the eyebrow area, such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, rash, wound or scab.
- People with any viral infections, including but not limited to HIV or Hepatitis.
- People who are prone to infections or have a compromised immune system.
- Please let us know prior to your appointment if you are taking any medication that may prohibit successful results from your service.
- If you have extremely oily skin, the oil causes the hair strokes to heal more diffused, resulting in softer brows than someone with dry skin, similar to someone with an active lifestyle with a high propensity for sweating.
- If you have little to no existing hair, your tattoo will appear more 2 dimensional than those with more natural hair and may require more frequent touch ups
- If you are a frequent smoker, iron deficient or Anemic, your pigment may fade sooner.
- If your brows have been previously tattooed, we require you email us a clear photo prior to booking your appointment to confirm if we can complete your service as we cannot guarantee results and may not be able to accommodate your service. In some circumstances, the previous tattoo may be too dark, dense or discolored and may require removal before our services will be considered and typically require additional services.
Waxing If you are on Accutane or have been on Accutane in the past 6 months you cannot be waxed. If you use prescription or over the counter topical retinols, please inform your artist as they may cause an interaction with your service.
Threading There are no restrictions for this service.
Tweezing There are no restrictions for this service.
Brow tint Please inform your artist if you have ever had any reaction to dyes or tint in the past. Otherwise there are no restrictions on who can receive this service.
Lash tint If you have dry or sensitive eyes please inform you artist. Also inform you artist if you have ever had any reaction to dye or tint in the past. This service is not recommended to clients recovering from surgery around the eye area. Please wait 6 months after fully healing from surgery to resume your lash tint
Brow Lift
- You cannot receive this service if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Please inform your artist of any sensitivity to perm solution prior to proceeding with your service.
- Some clients with exceptionally fine hair may not be eligible for this service.
Lash lift
- You cannot receive this service if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Please inform your artist of any sensitivity to perm solution prior to proceeding with your service.
- Some clients with exceptionally fine hair may not be eligible for this service.
- Contacts must be removed prior to your service.
Waxing
- If you are on Accutane or have been on Accutane in the past 6 months you cannot be waxed. If you use prescription or over the counter retinols, please inform your artist as they may cause an interaction with your service.
Threading There are no restrictions for this service.
Tweezing There are no restrictions for this service.
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