Cosmetic tattooing is a form of semi-permanent makeup, which is meant to fade over time. Results vary from person to person based on skin type, lifestyle, skincare, etcetera. Results may last anywhere from 1-3 years. It is recommended to have a touch-up every one to two years to keep your eyebrows looking their best.

A numbing anesthetic is applied topically for comfort. Clients are usually pleased to discover that it is no more painful than tweezing, threading or light scratches.

Please note:

• Having this service performed during your menstrual cycle may increase discomfort during your procedure.

• Topical anaesthetics used may contain lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracain and/or epinephrine.

The eyebrow area may be slightly red and the colour will appear darker following the procedure. For the next 5-7 days, your eyebrows will appear darker and you may experience slight flaking. Throughout the healing process, the brows will lighten anywhere from 20-50%.

It takes up to 6 weeks to see the full results.

FOR BEST RESULTS, THE FOLLOWING IS RECOMMENDED: 48 Hours Prior:

• do not consume alcohol, caffeine, blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, niacin, fish or primrose oil) 48 hours prior to your appointment to avoid excess bleeding.

3-4 Weeks Prior: avoid the following facial treatments:

• botox and fillers

• chemical peels (glycolic, alpha hydroxy, pumpkin, salicylic acid)

• laser facials

• manual exfoliation & retinol products

Eyebrow Grooming:

• do any brow shaping/waxing a minimum of 2 days prior to your appointment;

• brow tinting a minimum of one week in advance

Sun Exposure:

• avoid sun/tanning beds 30 days PRIOR and AFTER your procedure.

• as your skin exfoliates from a tan or sunburn, it will take the pigment with it.

• if you arrive with signs of sun exposure or sunburn, we will have to reschedule your appointment and you will forfeit your deposit.

DAY OF APPOINTMENT:

• eat a snack 20 - 30 minutes prior to your appointment

• wear comfortable clothing

• do your best to come prepared and relaxed for the duration of your tattoo appointment

• please feel free to bring headphones to listen to your favourite music or podcast

Upon arrival, we will have a consultation to talk about your desires for your eyebrows. Please feel free to bring example pictures of different styles, shapes, etc. that are similar to what you are hoping for (please know that we will work with you to design the brow that is best suited for your facial features).

Pre-draw - we will not only secure the shape outline, but will draw each individual hair-stroke.

We will choose a pigment match based on your skin tone and eyebrow hair colour.

Topical numbing will be used throughout your appointment to help increase your comfort.

Tattooing - duration is dependant on each person, but can be anywhere from 2 - 4 hours.

Microblading is individual hair strokes etched into the skin using a hand tool and blade.

Nano brows is individual hair strokes etched into the skin using a machine and super fine needle. The result is a hyper-realistic brow.

Powder brows (also known as shading) is a done with a machine to 'shade in' pigment into the skin. It can enhance the brow by making it look fuller. The style can be soft and powered in a "barely there" style or can be more filled in to help blend areas with very little hair to areas that have thicker, dense hair.

• Individuals under 18 years of age

• Are pregnant or nursing

• Individuals with any kind of skin condition on or near the treatment area

• Individuals who use Acutane

• Individuals prone to keloids

• Previously tattooed or microbladed brows (please send photos to browsbyraquel@gmail.com)

• Are taking Antibiotics (must wait at least 7 days)

You will receive specific aftercare instructions at your appointment tailored to your skin type.

You will be healing for approximately 7-10 days after the procedure. You MUST keep your eyebrows CLEAN AND DRY while they're healing. You will be given ointment to apply if/when needed (typically twice daily).

It is highly beneficial to follow these instructions to ensure a comfortable healing process and to achieve the best possible results. DO NOT rub or pick the healing area as the colour will peel off prematurely. Avoid extreme heat, sweating and contaminated bodies of water (such as saunas, hot tubs, steam rooms, pools, lakes, and places with hot humidity, etc.).

Yes of course! I am happy to offer all of my services to men as well!