I recommend a thin layer of A&D ointment or aquaphor!
Aquaphor Is Your Best Friend
-We suggest Aquaphor because it tends to not cause inflammation, but if you are allergic, Vaseline will do just fine. -Always use a “total sun block” sunscreen until the area has fully healed to prevent future fading of pigment color.
They can be in the form of ointments, balms, gels, creams, or lotions. If you have dry skin, you may want something creamy or emollient. Ointments like Aquaphor are commonly used after microblading because they soothe itchy skin, reduce inflammation, and promote healing.
Do not let any water, lotion, soap, or makeup touch your eyebrow area during the first 7 days after your procedure. Please wash your face carefully around the eyebrow without getting water on the treated area. During the shower, keep your face away from the shower head or take a bath.
NOTE: Too much Aquaphor will cause the pigment to scab. Aquaphor is available in the skin care section of any drug store.
The Skin Candy After Balm serves as an excellent microblading aftercare product. Its rich components ensure pigment retention. The formula moisturizes, forms a protective film and still allows the skin to breathe. Another popular microblading after care cream is the Skin Candy AntiShock Aftercare Cream.
BROW REWIND is an easy-to-use, at-home solution designed to gently reduce the appearance of unwanted pigment from microblading and cosmetic eyebrow tattoos. Formulated with skin-friendly ingredients, it also helps soften the look of scar tissue, promote skin health, and support natural eyebrow hair growth.
It's important not to overdo it, as an excessive amount of ointment can hinder the skin's ability to breathe and delay the healing process. Avoid the temptation to pick, peel, or scratch the treated area. Interfering with the healing skin could result in pigment loss or even scarring.
Do not tug or scrub the brow. Apply Vaseline 2-4 times. Day 4-14: Gently clean the brow with distilled water, you can also use alcohol free witch hazel. Do this 2-4 times a day.
We recommend applying unrefined, cold-pressed, organic castor oil from a glass jar or BPA-free plastic container directly to the brows before sleeping. It is highly recommended that clients test castor oil on an area of skin away from their eyes and face before using it on their eyelashes.
The worst days after microblading are typically the first two, when you'll likely experience puffiness, redness, and tenderness.
PEROXIDE, NEOSPORIN, RETIN-A Do not use Peroxide, Neosporin, Retin-A or Glycolic Acids in the area while healing. DYES, WAX, TWEEZE Do not dye, exfoliate, wax or tweeze eyebrows for 2 weeks after treatment. EXERCISE Do not exercise for 14 days. Sweat can cause your pigment to fade and possibly not hold.
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
Alternatively, you can use a different healing ointment like Aquaphor. It's important to make sure there are no added antibiotics or harsh ingredients that can break down pigment in your brows.
Botched eyebrow microblading can result in uneven shapes, unnatural colors, or overly thick brows. A professional consultation is the first step to assessing and fixing bad eyebrow microblading. Corrections can include reshaping, color adjustment, or a touch-up to improve brow appearance.
For about 2 to 10 days following your microblading service, make sure to wash your eyebrows gently (patting motion, not rubbing) each morning and night with water and an antibacterial soap such as Dial or a Cetaphil Cleanser. With a very light touch, use your fingertips to gently cleanse the eyebrows.
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.
Around days eight or nine of the healing process, your brows may take on a spooky appearance, appearing faded, gray, or even patchy. This is known as the microblading ghosting phase. The fading is a regular and temporary part of the healing process. Your bold, beautiful brows will make their triumphant return.
Do not use Vaseline as a moisturiser—only as a water barrier. If your eyebrows do get wet, gently pat them dry with a clean tissue. Keep your hair away from your eyebrows to avoid introducing bacteria.
Wash the microbladed area twice per day followed by applying the microblading aftercare ointment. At the start and end of each day, use your clean fingertips and a mild antibacterial soap, like Cetaphil, to gently cleanse your eyebrows for 10-15 seconds.
With its anti-inflammatory properties, a thin application of this natural remedy can provide relief from irritation. Simply dab some aloe vera gel on your eyebrows using a fresh washcloth or your clean hands for instant comfort.
The absolute best results come from keeping your microbladed brows constantly moist with the cream that you have been given for the next 7 days.