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Microblading is a manual method of micro-pigmentation, which is temporary and can last up to 18-36 months, with maintenance (colour refresh).
Here is a bit about the process. A consultation is held with the practitioner. On this initial appointment, taking a medical history, skin analysis, patch testing (with pigment and topical anaesthesia), elimination of contraindications, pre-procedure recommendations, and a treatment plan is all carried out.
All legal documentation is completed to protect the consumer and the practitioner, which is a binding contract and agreement. A patch test does not guarantee that there will be no allergic reaction, however, it does give reassurance.
Microblading is usually a two-part treatment with an interval of 4-6 weeks in between appointments.
On the first treatment application, it can take up to two hours.
Brow mapping takes place and agreement of shape and colour of the overall style. A topical anaesthetic is applied to ensure that there is little, or no discomfort, during the treatment, and a further anaesthetic gel is used during the treatment as a top-up.
During this appointment, a qualified practitioner will use a sterile hand tool and needle to create light-handed and fine incisions into the upper dermal layers of the skin from 0.25-0.75mm.
These incisions deposit pigment into the skin and create the simulation of hair strokes. The procedure is not painful, but there is a light crunching sound made with the incisions.
This is a sign that the practitioner is working at the right depth. A practitioner will have trained and worked extensively to perfect their craft. Your confidence is in their hands...