What disqualifies you from microblading?

Author: Prof. Devyn Weimann PhD  |  Last update: Friday, September 19, 2025

Medical Conditions: Conditions such as pregnancy, keloid scars, recent Accutane/Retin-A use, antibiotic intake, recent surgery, epilepsy, uncontrolled diabetes, cancer, communicable blood diseases, immune disorders, hypertension, hemophilia, thyroid disorders, heart conditions, or Trichotillomania are not suitable for ...

Who is not eligible for microblading?

Anyone with transmittable blood conditions like HIV or Hepatitis. Anyone with uncontrolled high blood pressure or mitral valve disorder. Anyone who has active skin cancer in the area to be microbladed. Anyone that has easily triggered post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Who is not a candidate for microblading?

eczema, shingles, rashes, or anything else near eyebrows. Individuals with oily skin. Those with very oily skin and large pores are not good candidates for Microblading. You may have to choose a different technique.

When can you not have microblading?

Individuals with any kind of skin condition on or near the treatment area. Eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, psoriasis or any one of these skin conditions may compromise the surface and texture of the skin. Procedure performed on skin with these type of condition may have sub par results.

Why would microblading not take?

Oilier skin has larger pores and excess sebum which can't retain the pigment when it is microbladed. The sebum literally pushes the pigment out or the strokes becomes blurry due to large pores. As microblading must be done very superficially to create fine crisp lines, your skin type really affects the result.

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What they don t tell you about microblading?

Microblading scabbing is a common side effect of microblading. Scabs are typically crusty or flaky areas that develop on the skin's surface, indicating too much moisture trapped underneath them. Microblading scabbing can happen after the procedure, depending on your skin type and how you take care of it.

What skin type is not good for microblading?

Oily Skin. Oily skin types are generally not ideal candidates for microblading due to significant challenges with pigment retention.

What is the downside of microblading?

However, there are risks, including infection, allergic reactions, scarring, and unsatisfactory results. Proper aftercare and choosing an experienced technician are crucial. While microblading is a convenient option, it requires ongoing maintenance and could be better for some.

Why is microblading not recommended for over 55?

Our skin changes as we age, becoming thinner and more delicate. While microblading is generally safe, this can affect the healing process and potentially increase risks. It's crucial to choose a highly experienced technician who understands mature skin and can tailor the technique accordingly.

What medications interfere with microblading?

Aspirin/Ibuprofen and Other Blood Thinners: These are a no-go before microblading. They can increase bleeding, affecting the procedure's outcome.

What are the contraindications for microblading?

Blood Disorders: Diseases that affect blood clotting, like hemophilia, can lead to excessive bleeding during the procedure. Diabetes: Uncontrolled diabetes can impact wound healing due to impaired immune function. A physician's clearance memo will be required. Cancer: A physician's clearance will be required.

Why does my microblading not look natural?

If your microbladed brows appear too dark, too light, or have an unnatural tone that doesn't blend with your skin and hair color, it indicates a color mismatch. This can happen when the pigment used doesn't suit your complexion or if the application process is flawed.

Who cannot get permanent makeup?

Contraindications for Permanent Makeup we can not treat :
  • Those who are diabetics dependent on insulin.
  • Those allergic to lidocaine or epinephrine.
  • Those who are on steroids.
  • Those who are on acne medication such as Accutane.

Who is not a candidate for microblading eyebrows?

Pregnant (Absolutely not!) Breast-feeding (Absolutely not!) Rosacea (skin too sensitive and will not hold color) Sensitive Skin (skin too sensitive will not hold color)

What are the restrictions before microblading?

Microblading Pre-Care

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.

What is an alternative to microblading?

Microblading and nanoblading are similar, but since nanoblading uses a smaller needle, its results are more precise. Nanoblading can also be less irritating because the needle marks are smaller and shallower.

Who should avoid microblading?

If you have any kind of skin condition on or near your eyebrows. This includes eczema, shingles, rashes, or anything else near eyebrows. Those with oily skin. Those with very oily skin are unfortunately usually not good candidates for microblading.

What are the downfalls of microblading?

While the microblading technique is designed to be less invasive than traditional tattooing, leading to faster healing and minimal scarring risk, it is not entirely risk-free. If the microblading technician penetrates too deeply into the skin, or if an infection occurs and isn't treated promptly, scarring can result.

What is the dark side of microblading?

Skin Infection – When any process involves piercing the skin barrier, there is always a risk of infection. if you experience prolonged swelling, redness, crusting, or oozing after microblading, this is a sign that things are not as they should be, and you should see your dermatologist as soon as possible.

What is the most natural looking eyebrow procedure?

An eyebrow transplant is the most natural looking eyebrow treatment because it uses your own hairs. Using the FUE technique (which is used for modern hair transplants), hair from the back of your head is transplanted to your eyebrows.

What does microblading look like after 5 years?

Five years after microblading, clients often observe certain transformations in their brows, influenced by factors such as type of ink pigments used, skin type and care regimen. After five years, some microblading may show moderate fading on some people, leaving a shadow or remnants of ink pigment.

What will ruin microblading?

Sweat. For the same reason that water should be avoided during the healing/scabbing process after microblading, sweat should also be avoided. Sweat comes from the inside of the skin and can push the pigment out and cause the microblading strokes not to retain.

What is the most natural looking Microblading?

Phibrows is the most prestigious microblading certification in the world and is known all around the globe as the best, most natural looking microblading technique.

How do you hide bad microblading?

Until recently, the only way to cover this was with make up. Using a slim brow pencil in light, hair stroke motions through the brow can help to recreate that microbladed look. For any discolouration that fall outside of your brow shape, you can clean this up with concealer and a flat, brow highlighter brush.

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