Who Should Not Get Microblading?

Strong, prominent brows have been one of the most important beauty trends of the past ten years, without a shadow of a doubt. And ever since natural brows became popular, our fixation with making sure they look amazing at all times has continued unabated. Microblading is a brow tattoo that uses fine hair-like strokes to put semi-permanent pigment under the skin. This technique was developed by the beauty industry as an answer to the overly plucked brows of the 1990s, which was not a good look for most of us. This creates the illusion of having eyebrows that are naturally larger; in other words, it's a stroke of genius. Therefore, microblading is an excellent option to consider if you are sick and tired of trying to fill in your sparse eyebrows with makeup.

When it comes to microblading, there are some individuals who just are not the greatest candidates; however, this does not imply that there are no possible answers. Although permanent makeup is a wonderful option for the vast majority of persons, these procedures are not appropriate for everyone. This is due to a number of different reasons. Depending on the issue, you can have difficulties healing, or you might have a strong allergic reaction to certain chemicals or tools used while getting microblading done, for example. This post may be a little more informative and visual than the majority of the ones that I have written, but it is essential that you read it! If you suffer from any of the conditions that I will go over in this post, your best bet is to either abstain from getting microblading done or consult with your Doctor (not your microblading artist) to see whether or not it is safe for you to have the procedure done.

If This Is The Case, Microblading Might Not Be For You.

Persons Who Have Not Yet Reached The Age Of 18

Even with parental permission, we are unable to perform the microblading procedure on anyone younger than 18 years old.

Pregnant Or Nursing

You should not get microblading done if you are expecting a child or are nursing a child. Microblading pigments aren't FDA-approved, like tattoo pigments. This does not imply that they have not been evaluated at all or that it is harmful to use them on adults; nonetheless, the FDA does not regulate them in a stringent manner. There has been very little research done to determine whether or not the pigment is safe for the developing foetus or neonates. This is another factor. It's not trustworthy because it hasn't been researched. Another reason why you shouldn't have microblading while pregnant or nursing is because of the possibility of contracting an infection. It's highly unlikely that you will get an infection if you adhere to the aftercare guidelines and seek out an artist that is controlled, qualified, and certified. On the other hand, if there is a remote possibility that you may become infected, the illness could be passed on to the unborn child, and you might not be able to take the medicines that are required to treat the condition. Please wait until after you've given birth or finished nursing before getting microblading done if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, or are breastfeeding. As a result of the hormonal shifts that are occuring, the body is more susceptible to infections. There is a possibility that your skin will change, and the effects may be unanticipated.

Autoimmune Disease

You should not get microblading done if you suffer from an autoimmune disease such as lupus, celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto's, or any of the other conditions listed below. This is because to the potential for difficulties during the healing process caused by the microblading. When performing microblading, a little blade is used to make strokes that resemble hair into the area of the eyebrows. Due to the fact that the artist is making small incisions into the skin, the area around your eyebrows will go through the same natural healing process that would occur if you were to get a reduction in your skin. Read this post on my blog if you are interested in learning more about the healing process following a microblading procedure. If you suffer from an autoimmune disease, the process of getting better may be made more difficult by either the disease itself or the treatment medications you are taking for it. For your safety and wellbeing, avoid microblading. If you want to be sure, you should see your physician about whether or not it is safe for you to do so. People whose immune systems are already impaired have a greater likelihood of becoming infected with a disease.

Diabetes

If you have diabetes, either type 1 or type 2, you should either not get microblading done at all or make sure that your doctor gives you the all clear before doing so. This is for many of the same reasons that were mentioned before in the section on autoimmune diseases. A high amount of blood sugar might make the healing process more difficult and increase the likelihood of infection following microblading. If your primary care physician has given you the go-ahead to have microblading, check that your blood sugar levels are within the normal range at least a few days before your visit. Because the appointment is lengthy, it may be uncomfortable, and it is "stressful" to the body, your blood sugar levels may either rise or fall while you are there for the interview. Your microblading might heal more slowly than usual, and it might be more susceptible to infection.

Scarring Due To Hypertrophy Or Keloids

If you have a history of keloid scarring, you should steer clear of microblading altogether or do the procedure at your own peril. It would be awful if you were to end up with a keloid scar on your new brows, but your artist cannot guarantee that you will heal without developing a keloid scar if you are predisposed to developing them. Even though I provide my customers with a scar prevention ointment called After Inked Aftercare Lotion as part of their aftercare kit, there is no way for me to guarantee that you will not recover with a keloid scar if you have a genetic predisposition towards developing one. Because permanent makeup involves puncturing the skin, there is always the possibility that individuals who are predisposed to keloids will heal with keloids scarring.

Botox/Injectables

Botox or injectables should be done 30 days before microblading. This is due to the fact that Botox is a powerful neurotoxin that inhibits the neuromuscular junction, and it takes some time for it to attach itself to the appropriate receptors in the body. It is possible that the results will be altered, or even that the client's health could be put in jeopardy, if the environment in which the experiment is being conducted is disturbed. Because you will want the effects of the Botox to have settled before you have microblading, you should wait at least 30 days before and after obtaining Botox before getting microblading. It is ideal to wait the two weeks after getting botox near your brow area before getting microblading because that is when the injected substances have fully settled on the facial muscles. If you have botox near your brow area, it is best to wait the two weeks before getting microblading.

Epilepsy/Seizures

It is not a good idea to get microblading done if you have epilepsy or if you have a history of having seizures. This is due to the fact that anyone who suffers from these problems runs the risk of having their symptoms aggravated during any stage of the microblading procedure. Common triggers include things like strong light, stress, and a lack of sleep, amongst other things. During the appointment for microblading, a fluorescent ring light is often shone on the client the entire time so that the artist can view their work. This allows the artist to ensure that the results are satisfactory. Tannin goggles are offered for customers with light-sensitive eyes, however this does not guarantee that the tanning bed will not still act as a seizure trigger for customers who are already predisposed to having one. In addition to this, if the microblading procedure ends up being uncomfortable for the customer, this could result in tension, which could then bring on a seizure. Last but not least, the artists would not know whether or not the medication the customer is taking to treat their seizures might interfere with the recovery process. In this situation, it is essential to consult with your physician before deciding whether or not to get microblading done at all. Because so many medications have an effect on the body, you will need to see your physician to determine whether or not this is safe for you to do.

Radiotherapy/Chemotherapy

Due to the fact that chemotherapy frequently results in cancer patients losing their eyebrow hair, microblading is a popular cosmetic procedure among these patients. I am really grateful that microblading exists and that I have the ability to assist cancer sufferers in their time of need. However, if you are currently undergoing chemotherapy, you should either postpone getting microblading done or check with your oncologist to see if it is safe for you to do so. This is for a lot of reasons, one of which is that chemotherapy can produce neutropenia, which both raises the possibility that you will have an infection and also make the healing process for microblading more difficult. Your immune system has been severely weakened.

Although permanent makeup is a fantastic way to enhance your look, we cannot conduct the treatment on anyone who is receiving chemotherapy unless we have a note from a doctor allowing us to do so. We will be able to schedule your visit once you have received clearance from your oncologist. Permanent makeup is a wonderful option for individuals who have overcome cancer.

The issues that have been described up to this point are not an exhaustive list of everything that potentially lead to complications with microblading. These are the most typical scenarios that we, as artists, try to steer clear of for the sake of the well-being of our customers. Before getting microblading done, you should consult your doctor if you suffer from a medical condition that is not included in this article but about which you have concerns. As I previously mentioned, we are artists and not medical professionals; therefore, it is impossible for us to be aware of any disease that can cause difficulties with microblading. Even though well-trained artists have a general idea of who they can and cannot work on, we have not been through the eight or more years of education required for a medical degree.