Most of our clients will agree that the procedure is tolerable with a pain level of 3-5 (0-none, 10-worst). We use a highly-effective topical anesthetic gel containing lidocaine for numbing before and during your procedure. As a needle or blade is used in the application, a certain level of discomfort is to be expected. But the pain level is similar to that of laser hair removal, or teeth cleaning. Pain threshold levels vary from person to person and every effort is made to ensure you remain comfortable for the entirety of the procedure.

PLEASE NOTE: Having this service performed during your menstrual cycle may increase discomfort during your procedure. If you are a frequent smoker, the topical anesthetics used during the treatment will not last as long. If you have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, be aware that this may affect your sensitivity tolerance to the procedure.

First, a topical anesthetic cream will be applied while we go over the different forms along with a Q&A. Consultation is done the day of the appointment. We make sure to have a consultation with you so that we have a clear understanding of what you want. Feel free to do more research prior to the appointment in order to be more knowledgeable, and confident in your decision moving forward. Once the consultation is over, we will take our time on shaping the perfect brows and selecting a pigment customized just for you. The powdering technique will start after you are happy with the shape. The tattoo treatment itself will take about 1 hour for both eyebrows. Please keep in mind, that being indecisive will take away time from your session. Please be prepared by providing photos of your ideal brow shape at the appointment. The appointment will take about 2-3 hours.

• Do not drink alcohol or caffeine 24 hours prior to your procedure. Do not drink alcohol in excess after your procedure as it will slow down your healing process.
• Do not take an Aspirin or Ibuprofen, Niacin, Vitamin E, B6, Omega 3, Gingko Biloba, St. Johns Wort, evening primrose one prior to your procedure, unless medically necessary. You may resume immediately after the procedure, but these will thin the blood and compromise pigment retention in your skin.
• Bring any photos of the look that you want to achieve.
• Avoid booking during your menstrual cycle as it can increase pain sensitivity.
• Do not wax, tan or tint the eyebrow area 3 days before your appointment.
• No anti-aging treatments such as microdermabrasion, retinol, chemical peels, laser, facials 2 weeks before your appointment.
• No facial injections one month prior to procedure.
• On the day of your appointment avoid caffeine/exercise and wash your hair prior to since hot showers are not recommended.

Permanent makeup can last for 1-3 years. A touch up is required 6-10 weeks after the initial appointment. Clients that choose a soft ombré or microblading application, light color shade or did not follow the after care instructions may require more touch up appointments. Factors that will cause your permanent makeup application to fade faster include: tanning bed/sun exposure, exfoliating, oily skin, profuse sweating (e.g. hot yoga 5x/week), medical conditions. We recommend a yearly "color boost" touch-up to maintain the procedure’s color integrity, but always advocate holding off for as long as possible to maintain skin integrity.

The tattooed area is a healing wound, so proper aftercare is critical. Therefore, absolutely no makeup is allowed on the treated area, makeup at a safe distance outside the tattooed area is fine with careful application. Do not tint your lashes or brows and avoid any products that contain active skincare ingredients, like Retin-A. If you’re unsure, it’s always best to defer to your artist.

The immediate healing process takes about 7-10 days, however, the brow area takes 3-4 weeks for your new eyebrow tattoo to shed completely and the pigment to surface to its true color. Proper aftercare is an extremely important aspect of the long term success, effectiveness, health, and overall satisfaction with your new ombré powder brow tattoo. You must follow the below instructions in order to achieve the best possible results from your procedure: Skin sensitivity, redness and swelling is to be expected for up to 2 days after the procedure and will go away with proper aftercare

• Before every ointment application, take a dry, clean Q-tip and wipe off any existing ointment on your brows, Dampen another Q-tip and with water and gently wipe clean. Pat dry with a tissue and reapply the ointment.
• Do not exfoliate or use a washcloth/wipe on the brow.
• Do not pick, itch, or scratch the tattoo as it can remove pigment. A cold compress may be used to relieve discomfort
• Avoid hot tubs, steam rooms, pools, long hot showers, sweaty exercise for one week.
• Avoid direct sunlight and tanning beds for 2 weeks.
• Avoid putting makeup on the area for the first week.
• Avoid facials for 4-6 weeks.
• Do not use any anti-aging products on or around the brow area.
• Alcohol consumption in excess can slow down healing.
• While your skin begins to shed, your brow tattoo may appear to be extremely faint. Don't worry, the pigment will resurface when your skin is completely healed in 3-4 weeks.

All clients with previous microblading or brow tattoo work from another studio MUST first send a photo of your makeup-free brows to info@BookVivaLaBrow.com prior to booking an appointment. Please be sure to include your name and how long ago you received your initial service. For cover-up or correction work, the best candidates are those with previous tattoos that have faded 70-80%, however, we still need to make sure by analyzing a photo of your bare brows.

Now, you can book directly on our website: www.BookVivaLaBrow.com

Due to the nature of our detailed, semi-invasive services, we kindly request that you arrive unaccompanied to your appointment. We very strictly do not allow friends, boyfriends, hubbys, children, and/or pets to accompany you into the studio. There are many coffee shops, restaurants and bars in our neighborhood, if your guest(s) would like to wait close by for you to complete your appointment.

Microblading is creating and placing 3D hair like strokes using microfine needles. This method is suitable for candidates who have plenty of existing hair to blend with the created strokes. This look is suitable for those who have dark hair and want more volume. For those who have light and fine hair, we do not recommend this technique as the strokes will heal to be a bit thicker and may not blend naturally. There is no gradient effect for this technique. We do not offer Microbalding at Viva La Brow.

The purpose of semi-permanent makeup tattooing is to enhance the natural features of a client. Permanent makeup is softer and more subtle – it is meant to be a natural-looking enhancement. Traditional body tattoos use ink while cosmetic tattoo procedures involve pigments. These pigments are designed to gently fade over time. Fading is desired as it allows the artist to make changes to color and shape over the years as client’s natural coloring and facial changes occur.

The Lash Extensions used at Bare Beauty Bar & Spa are synthetic Mink, or Silk and are applied individually to the natural lash, with an medical grade adhesive, that is fume, latex and formaldehyde free.

A full set will last as long as your natural lash cycle, which is anywhere from 4-6 weeks, depending on the individual. We recommend getting a fill anywhere between 3 and 4 weeks.

Our artists can apply a beautiful Full Classic Set of lashes in 90 minutes, a Volume Set in 90-120 minutes. we ask you to generally plan on 60-75 minutes for a fill as well. We like to remove any grown out lashes, clean them up, and make your lashes look like brand new every time you come in, this will ensure the retention and life of your extensions.

YES! Although we don’t recommend wearing any mascara that isn't extension safe or oil based products, as it will shorten the life of your lash extensions.

No! When applied properly, with perfect isolation and weight eyelash extensions will not harm your natural lashes.

Our lash artist are all experienced and certified, the most important thing to them is the integrity of your natural lash. During your initial consultation they will evaluate your natural lashes to ensure you get the lashes that work best for your natural lashes so that you will never have damage or breakage!

Do not get the lashes wet for the first 24-48 hours including:

• Steam
• Tears
• Showering
• Swimming
• Eye Makeup Remover

This is crucial to get the best retention possible!

Brush your lashes straight as needed, but never when they are wet!

No oil based products

Do not touch, play with, or pick at your Lashes!

Do not use lash curler on them.

All clients with previous microblading or brow tattoo work from another studio MUST first send a photo of your makeup-free brows to info@BookVivaLaBrow.com prior to booking an appointment. Please be sure to include your name and how long ago you received your initial service. For cover-up or correction work, the best candidates are those with previous tattoos that have faded 70-80%, however, we still need to make sure by analyzing a photo of your bare brows.

Now, you can book directly on our website: www.BookVivaLaBrow.com

• Thoroughly wash your eyes with oil free face wash or eye makeup remover
• Do not wear any eye make-up, but if you do we have remover here!
• Do not curl lashes