SKIN NEEDLING
Skin needling (or micro-needling) is a medical grade skin treatment option which delivers fantastic results in treating a wide range of skin conditions including fine lines and wrinkles, acne, scarring and pigmentation.
At Touch of Genius we use the Dermapen 4 MicroNeedling device which represents the latest in modern medical grade skin needling technology.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before the procedure.
- Do not work out 24 hours before the procedure.
- If you are unwell, the healing process will be slower, and the treatment may be less comfortable than when you are in good health. Please remember our cancellation policy and to give 24 hours notice if you need to reschedule.
- Unless you have come to me for a brow mapping, shaping and wax specifically for this appointment 24-48 hours prior; No waxing, tinting, or threading one week prior to your treatment. The more natural hair growth you have, the better.
- Please ensure you have eaten and had a non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated drink before arriving at your appointment.
- It is advisable not to make social plans for the same day immediately after your appointment.
- Prior to coming in for your procedure, do not take blood thinners 2 weeks before the procedure to prevent bleeding. Consult a doctor before discontinuing any blood thinning medication you are prescribed.
- Do not take any vitamins, multivitamins, fish oil, prenatal vitamins, nutritional shakes (Shakeology, etc.), "Hair, Skin, Nail" supplements, niacin, or vitamin E for 7 days prior to your treatment. They thin the blood and you will have more bleeding. Two weeks prior to your procedure, use Tylenol instead of aspirin, ibuprofen, or Advil. Non-aspirin pain relievers may be taken up to one hour prior to the procedure.
- If you bruise or bleed easily or regularly it is recommended you take arnica tablets for 3-5 days prior to your treatment.
- Avoid sun and tanning one week prior to the procedure.
- Discontinue Retinol products at least 4 weeks prior (and avoid on the eyebrow area after the procedure). Retinol is sometimes listed as Retin-A, retinyl acetate, retinyl palmitate, retinaldehyde, and propionic acid. Retinol does not only cause flaking which makes the results patchy and uneven, it also speeds up the regeneration of the epidermis, meaning that with regular use, new skin cells replace old ones twice as quickly. As cells are shed, so are pigments. Retinol can be found in a large number of creams, serums and face masks, especially sheet ones. A rule of the thumb is, if a product is labeled anti-age, chances are it contains retinol.
- Discontinue the use of any Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products close to the eyebrow area 2 weeks prior as they can thin out the skin and lead to excessive bleeding during the procedure (and avoid on the eyebrow area after the procedure).
- Anti-wrinkle (Botox, Dysport, etc) or any dermal fillers on the forehead, temple, and eye area must be avoided 1 month prior to the procedure.
- Avoid chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or facials for 4 weeks prior to the procedure.
Please note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
- It is normal for the treated area to feel slightly tender, and some swelling may occur.
- Apply a thin layer of aftercare cream / ointment every 2-3 hours for 7 days. If more after care cream is needed you can buy Bepanthen for continued use.
- Keep the brows dry, no water on the brows for 7 days.
- Avoid any exfoliants, soaps, or cleansers for 14 days. You may keep the brow area clean by using a natural, fragrance-free gel cleanser (such as Cetaphil) with water. Hands must be freshly cleaned. Avoid the use of abrasive washcloths or sponges.
- Allow eyebrows to air dry completely before applying ointment. Apply the aftercare ointment given (for the amount of days recommended by your artist) with freshly washed hands or a Q-Tip.
- DO NOT rub, pick, or scratch the treated area. Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate off. Picking can cause scarring and pigment loss.
- Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for a minimum of 4 weeks after your procedure. Direct sunlight can cause the pigment to change colour while healing and can also cause hyperpigmentation and scarring.
- After 2 weeks, once the area has healed completely, use sunblock when going out in the sun to stop the colour from fading.
- Avoid pool, sauna, steam rooms, hot showers, and/or hot baths for 2 weeks.
- Avoid sweating for a full 10 days. Any physical effort, gym, hot weather, or any other activity that may cause sweating through or on the brows will expel pigment from the dermis, producing poor results. (Note: Common advice is to avoiding sweating for 48 hours, but the comprehensive approach considers the full 10 days as more critical for optimal healing.)
- Avoid sleeping on your face/brows for the first 10 days.
- Keep your bangs and hair pulled back from your face for the first 10 days.
- NO makeup or skincare products to be used on the treated area for 2 weeks.
- NO facials, chemical treatments, and microdermabrasion for 4 weeks.
- NO anti-wrinkle injectables for 4 weeks. It's recommended to wait until after your touch-up heals, as an educated injector will consider your new brows when choosing where to inject.
- Eyebrow tinting should not be undertaken for 2 weeks after your procedure.
- Avoid Retinol products directly on the tattooed brow areas completely following your appointment. Retinol is sometimes listed as Retin-A, retinyl acetate, retinyl palmitate, retinaldehyde, and propionic acid. Retinol does not only cause flaking which makes the results patchy and uneven, it also speeds up the regeneration of the epidermis, meaning that with regular use, new skin cells replace old ones twice as quickly. As cells are shed, so are pigments. Retinol can be found in a large number of creams, serums and face masks, especially sheet ones. A rule of the thumb is, if a product is labelled anti-age, chances are it contains retinol.
Please note: Eyebrows will appear darker and bolder due to natural healing for the first two weeks. This is very common for all permanent cosmetic procedures.
Healing can take up to 7-14 days. Some swelling & redness is normal, this will subside within 1-2 days. Your brows may look dark for the first couple of days but they will settle and start to form as a scab, then it will peel. See below in-depth healing stages.
DAY 1: Your brows will look very dramatic and feel quite tender, swollen and may have some slight bleeding.
DAY 2: They will look thicker and darker than day 1. Still tender and slightly red.
DAY 3-4: Pain and tenderness begins to subside while brows still look thick and dark.
DAY 5-7: This is the worst stage as serious scabbing begins and skin peels away. Brows will become itchy as a layer of scabbing begins to form. DO NOT PICK. These scabs are apart of the normal healing process. Itching may result in loss of pigment.
DAY 7-10: Scabs begin to flake off on their own and the brows will look very light and may have some spots missing. Don't be alarmed this is what your touch up appointment is for!
DAY 14-28: The healing process is almost coming to an end. The fine hair strokes will begin to return, the colour will even out and the brow will look as desired.
DAY 28-60: Schedule your touch up appointment to fill in any areas that may have come off with scabbing!
After care instructions should be followed to ensure that eyebrows have healed accordingly.
All cosmetic tattooing procedures require a face to face consultation, prior to completing the procedure. This is to ensure you are fit to go ahead with the procedure. We include this in your booked appointment.
If you wish to only book a consultation you may do this for $100, this non-refundable, and if you book in this goes towards your initial treatment.
At Touch of Genius we do not perform cosmetic tattooing procedures during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
The placement of tattoos is said not to increase any risks when breastfeeding however any kind of infection may impact your breast milk supply so we do not perform any cosmetic tattooing on breastfeeding clients for that reason.
Unless you have come to me for a brow mapping, shaping and wax specifically for this appointment 24-48 hours prior; No waxing, tinting, or threading one week prior to your treatment. The more natural hair growth you have, the better.
Prior to the treatment we measure out the perfect brow shape to compliment your hair growth & face shape, allowing you to feel totally comfortable with the shape.
Waxing & plucking same day can cause swelling and unevenness in tattooing. Wax can remove of a fine layer of skin causing increased sensitivity and increase the chance of infection. So please leave this us to the professionals!
We will design your brow shape according to facial features, shape and thegolden ration. Each brow design is unique to the client and their facial features.
Prior to the treatment we measure out the perfect brow shape to compliment your hair growth & face shape, allowing you to feel totally comfortable with the shape.
Brow mapping usually takes around 30 minutes and measured with brow calipers to ensure symmetrical for you to approve before we begin. We will not commence the tattoo process until you are completely happy with the pre-drawing.
Please notify us if you have previous cosmetic tattoo visible in the eyebrow area. Many older cosmetic tattoos (8+ years) were created with pigments that hold heavy metals such as Titanium Dioxide that don’t break down. Some of these pigments will never fade, change colour over time and migrate throughout the brow area. It is really common to see unsymmetrical or patchy work as a result from under skilled technicians.
Covering them will may not always give the best outcome. If the old tattoo has shown any of these signs I suggest part or complete removal first. Starting with a clean canvas will allow the artist to achieve the best work possible.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before the procedure.
- Do not work out 24 hours before the procedure.
- If you are unwell, the healing process will be slower, and the treatment may be less comfortable than when you are in good health. Please remember our cancellation policy and to give 24 hours notice if you need to reschedule.
- Unless you have come to me for a brow mapping, shaping and wax specifically for this appointment 24-48 hours prior; No waxing, tinting, or threading one week prior to your treatment. The more natural hair growth you have, the better.
- Please ensure you have eaten and had a non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated drink before arriving at your appointment.
- It is advisable not to make social plans for the same day immediately after your appointment.
- Prior to coming in for your procedure, do not take blood thinners 2 weeks before the procedure to prevent bleeding. Consult a doctor before discontinuing any blood thinning medication you are prescribed.
- Do not take any vitamins, multivitamins, fish oil, prenatal vitamins, nutritional shakes (Shakeology, etc.), "Hair, Skin, Nail" supplements, niacin, or vitamin E for 7 days prior to your treatment. They thin the blood and you will have more bleeding. Two weeks prior to your procedure, use Tylenol instead of aspirin, ibuprofen, or Advil. Non-aspirin pain relievers may be taken up to one hour prior to the procedure.
- If you bruise or bleed easily or regularly it is recommended you take arnica tablets for 3-5 days prior to your treatment.
- Avoid sun and tanning one week prior to the procedure.
- Discontinue Retinol products at least 4 weeks prior (and avoid on the eyebrow area after the procedure). Retinol is sometimes listed as Retin-A, retinyl acetate, retinyl palmitate, retinaldehyde, and propionic acid. Retinol does not only cause flaking which makes the results patchy and uneven, it also speeds up the regeneration of the epidermis, meaning that with regular use, new skin cells replace old ones twice as quickly. As cells are shed, so are pigments. Retinol can be found in a large number of creams, serums and face masks, especially sheet ones. A rule of the thumb is, if a product is labeled anti-age, chances are it contains retinol.
- Discontinue the use of any Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products close to the eyebrow area 2 weeks prior as they can thin out the skin and lead to excessive bleeding during the procedure (and avoid on the eyebrow area after the procedure).
- Anti-wrinkle (Botox, Dysport, etc) or any dermal fillers on the forehead, temple, and eye area must be avoided 1 month prior to the procedure.
- Avoid chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or facials for 4 weeks prior to the procedure.
Please note: You will be more sensitive during your menstrual cycle.
- It is normal for the treated area to feel slightly tender, and some swelling may occur.
- Apply a thin layer of aftercare cream / ointment every 2-3 hours for 7 days. If more after care cream is needed you can buy Bepanthen for continued use.
- Keep the brows dry, no water on the brows for 7 days.
- Avoid any exfoliants, soaps, or cleansers for 14 days. You may keep the brow area clean by using a natural, fragrance-free gel cleanser (such as Cetaphil) with water. Hands must be freshly cleaned. Avoid the use of abrasive washcloths or sponges.
- Allow eyebrows to air dry completely before applying ointment. Apply the aftercare ointment given (for the amount of days recommended by your artist) with freshly washed hands or a Q-Tip.
- DO NOT rub, pick, or scratch the treated area. Let any scabbing or dry skin naturally exfoliate off. Picking can cause scarring and pigment loss.
- Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for a minimum of 4 weeks after your procedure. Direct sunlight can cause the pigment to change colour while healing and can also cause hyperpigmentation and scarring.
- After 2 weeks, once the area has healed completely, use sunblock when going out in the sun to stop the colour from fading.
- Avoid pool, sauna, steam rooms, hot showers, and/or hot baths for 2 weeks.
- Avoid sweating for a full 10 days. Any physical effort, gym, hot weather, or any other activity that may cause sweating through or on the brows will expel pigment from the dermis, producing poor results. (Note: Common advice is to avoiding sweating for 48 hours, but the comprehensive approach considers the full 10 days as more critical for optimal healing.)
- Avoid sleeping on your face/brows for the first 10 days.
- Keep your bangs and hair pulled back from your face for the first 10 days.
- NO makeup or skincare products to be used on the treated area for 2 weeks.
- NO facials, chemical treatments, and microdermabrasion for 4 weeks.
- NO anti-wrinkle injectables for 4 weeks. It's recommended to wait until after your touch-up heals, as an educated injector will consider your new brows when choosing where to inject.
- Eyebrow tinting should not be undertaken for 2 weeks after your procedure.
- Avoid Retinol products directly on the tattooed brow areas completely following your appointment. Retinol is sometimes listed as Retin-A, retinyl acetate, retinyl palmitate, retinaldehyde, and propionic acid. Retinol does not only cause flaking which makes the results patchy and uneven, it also speeds up the regeneration of the epidermis, meaning that with regular use, new skin cells replace old ones twice as quickly. As cells are shed, so are pigments. Retinol can be found in a large number of creams, serums and face masks, especially sheet ones. A rule of the thumb is, if a product is labelled anti-age, chances are it contains retinol.
Please note: Eyebrows will appear darker and bolder due to natural healing for the first two weeks. This is very common for all permanent cosmetic procedures.
Healing can take up to 7-14 days. Some swelling & redness is normal, this will subside within 1-2 days. Your brows may look dark for the first couple of days but they will settle and start to form as a scab, then it will peel. See below in-depth healing stages.
DAY 1: Your brows will look very dramatic and feel quite tender, swollen and may have some slight bleeding.
DAY 2: They will look thicker and darker than day 1. Still tender and slightly red.
DAY 3-4: Pain and tenderness begins to subside while brows still look thick and dark.
DAY 5-7: This is the worst stage as serious scabbing begins and skin peels away. Brows will become itchy as a layer of scabbing begins to form. DO NOT PICK. These scabs are apart of the normal healing process. Itching may result in loss of pigment.
DAY 7-10: Scabs begin to flake off on their own and the brows will look very light and may have some spots missing. Don't be alarmed this is what your touch up appointment is for!
DAY 14-28: The healing process is almost coming to an end. The fine hair strokes will begin to return, the colour will even out and the brow will look as desired.
DAY 28-60: Schedule your touch up appointment to fill in any areas that may have come off with scabbing!
After care instructions should be followed to ensure that eyebrows have healed accordingly.
All cosmetic tattooing procedures require a face to face consultation, prior to completing the procedure. This is to ensure you are fit to go ahead with the procedure. We include this in your booked appointment.
If you wish to only book a consultation you may do this for $100, this non-refundable, and if you book in this goes towards your initial treatment.
At Touch of Genius we do not perform cosmetic tattooing procedures during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
The placement of tattoos is said not to increase any risks when breastfeeding however any kind of infection may impact your breast milk supply so we do not perform any cosmetic tattooing on breastfeeding clients for that reason.
Unless you have come to me for a brow mapping, shaping and wax specifically for this appointment 24-48 hours prior; No waxing, tinting, or threading one week prior to your treatment. The more natural hair growth you have, the better.
Prior to the treatment we measure out the perfect brow shape to compliment your hair growth & face shape, allowing you to feel totally comfortable with the shape.
Waxing & plucking same day can cause swelling and unevenness in tattooing. Wax can remove of a fine layer of skin causing increased sensitivity and increase the chance of infection. So please leave this us to the professionals!
We will design your brow shape according to facial features, shape and thegolden ration. Each brow design is unique to the client and their facial features.
Prior to the treatment we measure out the perfect brow shape to compliment your hair growth & face shape, allowing you to feel totally comfortable with the shape.
Brow mapping usually takes around 30 minutes and measured with brow calipers to ensure symmetrical for you to approve before we begin. We will not commence the tattoo process until you are completely happy with the pre-drawing.
Please notify us if you have previous cosmetic tattoo visible in the eyebrow area. Many older cosmetic tattoos (8+ years) were created with pigments that hold heavy metals such as Titanium Dioxide that don’t break down. Some of these pigments will never fade, change colour over time and migrate throughout the brow area. It is really common to see unsymmetrical or patchy work as a result from under skilled technicians.
Covering them will may not always give the best outcome. If the old tattoo has shown any of these signs I suggest part or complete removal first. Starting with a clean canvas will allow the artist to achieve the best work possible.