After-Care Advice – Tips for best results after your appointment at Hawaii Beauty Studio.

Immediate Post-Procedure Expectations

• Color Intensity: Right after the procedure, your brows will appear significantly darker and sharper than expected. This is normal and temporary. The color will soften in appearance by 30-50% during healing.
• Healing Process: Over the next 10 days, the brows will begin to fade. True color may take up to 6-8 weeks to emerge. During healing, color may appear to disappear temporarily due to layers of skin forming. This is also normal.

Day 1 (Appointment Day)

1. Blotting: Gently blot the area with a clean, wet wipe every hour for 4 hours to remove excess lymph fluid. This helps prevent hardening of lymphatic fluids. Continue as needed throughout the day until oozing stops.
2. Before Bedtime: Wash the area with a gentle cleanser and dry with a paper towel. Do not apply ointment until the next day.

Day 2

1. Common Symptoms (1-10 days):

• Redness
• Minimal swelling
• Tenderness
• Flaking, dryness, and itching

1. Washing Instructions:

• Wash brows gently in the morning and evening using lukewarm water and a mild, fragrance-free soap.
• Do not scrub, rub, wipe, or scratch; use patting motions only.
• Once scabbing or flaking begins, stop washing and let the brows dry heal naturally.
• Avoid cleansers with acids (glycolic, lactic, salicylic, AHA, BHA) as these may irritate and fade the pigment.

1. Drying & Ointment Application:

• Ensure brows are fully dry before applying any ointment to avoid infection.
• Use a paper towel to pat dry completely (lint-free to avoid residue).
• Apply a thin layer of provided ointment with clean fingertips. Brows should not look greasy; if they do, use less.

Day 3 – 10 (Dry Healing Phase)

1. Applying Ointment:

• Use a rice-sized amount of ointment 2-3 times daily, applying just enough to lightly cover scabs (if present).
• Pat lightly with clean fingertips or a q-tip—never rub or apply excessive amounts, as too much can block the skin from breathing.
• If you apply too much, gently blot off excess with a paper towel.

1. Care Tips:

• In the shower, tilt your head back to avoid shampoo/conditioner on brows.
• Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning (natural or tanning beds) for 4 weeks.
• Avoid heavy sweating, exercise, sports, swimming, saunas, steam rooms, jacuzzi, and long hot showers for 10 days.
• Avoid makeup and skincare products on the brows, including foundation and powders, during this period.
• Avoid acids and exfoliants on the brows for 30 days to prevent premature fading.
• Sleep on a clean pillowcase, and try not to sleep on your face to prevent rubbing the treated area.
• Keep hair away from your brows to reduce the risk of infection.

Avoid for 4 Weeks:

• Skin Treatments: Refrain from facials, microdermabrasion, microneedling, peels, or laser treatments, as they may darken, lighten, or distort pigment.
• Tinting Brows: Wait 2 weeks before tinting brows.
• Alcohol: Avoid excess alcohol as it may slow healing.
• Airborne Debris: Avoid tasks with heavy cleaning and dust, like garage or storage cleaning.

Post-Healing Brows

• Touch-Up Session: After healing, brows may appear lighter and possibly uneven due to skin regeneration, which is natural. Schedule a touch-up 4-8 weeks post-procedure to refine color, density, shape, and symmetry (additional charges apply).
• Healing Variability: Healed results vary based on individual factors like age, immune system, and lifestyle. Following post-care is crucial for the best results.