Water. Getting the Eyebrows wet during the healing/scabbing process is not recommended. Water will loosen and lighten the pigment and will not allow the microblading to retain in the skin.
The reason for immediate fading of microbladed eyebrows are wetting the brow, sunlight exposure, or even using the wrong ointment. The best way to ensure durability of eyebrows in microblading treatment is to follow the instructions of technicians.
Resume your normal activities except, continue to avoid laser or chemical peels and forms of exfoliation, and any creams containing retinal or glycolic acid until after the completion of your microblading touch up appointment, and its healing process as well.
Retin A, retinol, topical vitamin C, AHA'S, BHA'S, salicylic acids, chemical peels and any overly ascetic or alkaline skin care product will rapidly fade out permanent cosmetics. Products containing these ingredients should be avoided for at least 30 days after any application of cosmetic tattoo.
Let's review the commonly recommended options for healing the skin after getting a tattoo or your eyebrows microbladed. Vaseline/petroleum may fade the ink but it will not cause an allergic reaction and is cheap so for many this is an ok trade off.
A popular method of removing failed eyebrow microblading is laser removal. It is the fastest way to remove tattooing.
Excellent results can be achieved by using hydrogen peroxide paste alongside baking soda or salt to fade Microblading.
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.
If you accidentally ruin your microblading, it's best to reach out to your microblading artist or a professional immediately for advice on how to address the issue.
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.
Consider Removal Options
Removal may be the best choice in cases where correction isn't possible or you no longer wish to have microblading. Techniques such as saline removal, laser treatments, or glycolic acid can help fade or eliminate the pigment.
- Avoid anti-aging and exfoliating products such as retinols, glycolic, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, etc. This will cause premature fading over time.
It may just be the ghosting phase, which is of different intensity for different people. Some will notice their brows are just a bit lighter, others will notice they've completely gone! The ghosting phase is a normal part of the healing process. The skin is recovering and the new skin covers the pigment.
Laser tattoo removal is the fastest and safest way to remove microblading tattoos. We recommend the Candela PicoWay which is FDA certified and noninvasive. This laser will provide the best results with minimal to no cosmetic ink remaining.
Sun Exposure: Speaking of the sun, prolonged exposure to its rays is a major factor in the fading of microblading. Always protect your brows with a high-SPF sunscreen to prolong their vibrancy. Use of Exfoliants: Regular use of exfoliating products on your face can hasten the fading process.
Use Aftercare as an after care anti-oxidant (or Vaseline). Gently apply every 1-2 hours or when you feel tender, itchy or dry for 10–14 days. This provides pain relief, moisturizes and promotes healing to help retain color. Avoid soaps/facial cleansers on pigmented areas (wash around them), pat dry with a clean towel.
Another eyebrow microblading safety removal method is the use of a saline solution. The saline solution works by drawing the tattoo pigment to the skin's surface. The body's natural healing process plays a key role here; the salt/saline solution breaks up the ink, which the skin then pushes out as it heals.
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.
Avoid Retinoids: Immediately after your microblading procedure, it's crucial to keep retinoids away from the brow area to allow proper healing. Reintroducing retinol too soon can affect the pigment and lead to premature fading.
On the other hand, saline microblading removal employs a salt/saline solution which is tattooed into the skin. This osmotic process forces the pigment up and out of the skin where it forms a scab and starts healing.
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.