Not everyone is a candidate for Permanent Makeup

Permanent makeup has gained immense popularity in recent years, offering a convenient and “semi”-permanent solution for enhancing eyebrow appearance. However, it's important to note that microblading is not suitable for everyone, and certain individuals may not be ideal candidates for this procedure.

Age Restrictions

Permanent Makeup cannot be performed for individuals under the age of 18. It is illegal in the State of Texas. Also, facial features continue to develop throughout adolescence, and the shape and size of eyebrows may change over time. Microblading at a younger age could result in eyebrows that appear uneven or mismatched with facial features later in life. Personally, I generally like my clients to be 25 years or older. 

Pregnancy and Nursing

My insurance company does not allow Permanent Makeup to be performed on anyone who is pregnant or nursing. Also, Hormonal changes during pregnancy and nursing can affect the skin's ability to retain pigment and heal properly. As a result, Permanent Makeup is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Medical Conditions

Certain medical conditions may increase the risk of complications during or after microblading. These conditions include:

• Autoimmune diseases: Individuals with autoimmune disorders like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or Crohn's disease may have impaired skin healing capabilities, making them more susceptible to infections or adverse reactions.

• Blood-thinning medications: Blood thinners, such as aspirin or warfarin, can increase bleeding during the microblading procedure and potentially lead to poor pigment retention.

• Skin conditions: Active skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or rosacea may complicate the healing process and could worsen the existing skin condition.

• Viral or contagious diseases: Individuals with active viral infections or contagious diseases should postpone microblading until they have fully recovered to avoid spreading the illness.

• Currently undergoing cancer/chemotherapy/radiation treatments. 

• Anyone who is actively taking antibiotics or steroids.

• If a client has a true “keloid” diagnosis.

• No use of Accutane for 12+ months

• Uncontrolled diabetes or heart/blood pressure issues

Previous Permanent Makeup

If you have previously had permanent makeup in the eyebrow area, it's crucial to consult with your artist to assess the suitability of the procedure. The presence of old pigment, scarring, or uneven color distribution may make Permanent Makeup more difficult or produce undesirable results. If there is too much pigment or the shape is not workable to the artist's standards, clients will need to seek laser tattoo removal or let them fade up to 75% before getting their brows covered up/corrected.

Allergic Reactions

It is rare that a client is allergic to cosmetic tattoo pigments, but a client may request a list of all ingredients in pigments to make the determination. It is the client’s responsibility to ensure that they are not allergic to any ingredients in pigments or numbing agents. I use non-latex gloves, so latex allergies are okay. 

Unrealistic Expectations

It's essential to have realistic expectations about the outcome of Permanent Makeup. While Permanent Makeup can enhance eyebrow appearance, it is not a permanent solution and will require touch-ups over time. Ideally, clients will be able to maintain brows for 1-3 years before needing more color or definition.  Additionally, individual results may vary depending on skin type, healing ability, and artist.