Microblading

Here’s everything that is expected in a microblading process:

Before Microblading Session

The skin professional at Citrine Clinic conducts a thorough skin analysis, reviews the client's medical records, and discusses the client’s treatment goals (desired brow shape, color, arch, and thickness). The professional then plans the treatment if the client is confirmed to be a suitable candidate.

In the days leading up to the session, the candidate should ensure that no aggressive treatments have been scheduled, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and follow a gentle skincare routine, including proper sun protection.

During the Microblading Session

1. Brow mapping and designing - With the help of facial symmetry tools, the professional or technician measures and maps the candidate's existing eyebrows. A rough brow shape is drawn to show the candidate how the results will look, and then a pigment color that matches skin tone and natural brows is selected. The aim is to create symmetrical eyebrows that complement the candidate’s face shape.
2. Numbing- The scratching sensation or slight discomfort that is usually present during microblading of strokes is not felt if a topical numbing agent is applied around half an hour before the procedure.
3. Microblading strokes - The professional or technician uses a manual, handheld tool with ultra-fine needles to create tiny, hair-like strokes in the skin of the brow region, following a natural hair growth pattern. This takes overall 2-3 hours.
4. Pigment soak and clean-up - Once all hair-like strokes are created, the practitioner or technician applies the colored pigment over the strokes and soaks them for several minutes. Thereafter, the area is cleaned, and the brow is now checked for symmetry and appeal.

After Microblading Session

Following the microblading session, the brow area undergoes a healing process. Here’s the result and recovery timeline:

• Days 1-3: Brow appears darker and bolder than usual.
• Days 4-7: The healing brows scabs and flakes.
• By the second week, the brows may fade and become patchy.
• By the fourth week, the brows' color stabilizes.
• By 4-8 Weeks: The faded strokes are microbladed again to ensure even pigment deposition.

For a smooth healing phase, it is recommended to follow these post-treatment guidelines:
If prescribed, apply a healing ointment as directed.

• Maintain a gentle skincare routine with a healthy lifestyle
• Don’t unnecessarily touch, pick, rub, scrub, or be harsh with the healing skin
• Sun-protect the treated area with sunscreen of at least 30-50 SPF, even if it's cloudy outside
• Avoid makeup application. Let the skin heal and breathe. When applying, go for only mineral-based, non-comedogenic products
• Use a fragrance-free, mild cleanser and gently pat your skin dry. Follow this with the use of a hydrating, gentle moisturiser with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, ceramide, or aloe vera
• Drink adequate water daily to help flush toxins from the skin, aid in skin healing, and naturally plump the skin
• Skip strenuous workouts, hot baths/showers, steam rooms, and saunas for at least a week, as such activities can irritate the treated skin with sweat and heat. Also, avoid swimming in chlorinated pools.