How to Deal with Microblading Scabbing Horror

We’re getting nearer to Halloween and no one can stop us from wearing the costumes we’ve always wanted! Be it a sparkly fairy, naughty witch, Disney princess, or a fierce superhero, we’re totally going to rock that dress up because Halloween is the perfect time to take up cutesy poses and post Instagram-worthy selfies! But before all the fun starts, we hope that you’re taking some care on how your makeup should be put on! If you’ve recently had the best eyebrow microblading in Manila done, then you’re fortunate because your brows would make it in time for your anticipated Halloween party. And you just got luckier because we’re here with you through the healing process with dos and don’ts on how to prevent brow scabs from turning into a horror show! Read on and find out how to deal with those peels!

WHAT ARE THE SCABS FOR AND HOW LONG THEY LAST?

Microblading is done by making tiny incisions in your brows with a blade to deposit a semi-permanent pigment and mimic the appearance of natural brows. Once finished, your brows are riddled with superficial cuts which will heal on their own and inevitably lead to scabbing. This scabbing stage of your freshly microbladed eyebrows usually starts five days after your session and will last up to 7 days. Although it’s tempting to deliberately pull on the slightly lifted rough patches on your eyebrows, cosmetic professionals heavily advise not to do so to avoid complications like infections or skin breakage.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS IF YOU PICK YOUR SCABS?

According to the best eyebrow microblading artists in Manila, deliberately pulling the crusty scales and not letting them fall off by themselves will cause you more harm than relief! First, it will put pressure on your superficial brow wounds, delaying the healing process. Second, it may lead to skin irritation such as itchiness, redness, bumpiness and swelling. Another horror is that infection (caused by picking the scabs with dirty hands) may trigger wounds to develop pus. What’s worse is the low rate of pigment retention, too. When you peel scabs, you’re disturbing the natural healing process and will cause the color to go off the intended strength. This will create uneven patches on your brows and make your whole microblading session a waste of time, and costing you more money on medicine.

WHAT ARE THE DOS AND DON’TS DURING THE SCABBING PROCESS?

To ensure high color retention and prevent complications, we suggest you highly refrain from picking scabs and scratching them no matter how itchy. Here’s also a rundown of the points you must remember and do:

1. Do not wet the microbladed area for up to 10 days. Keep your face dry during a shower or apply Vaseline on your eyebrows to act as a protective layer against wetness.
2. Do not apply makeup for at least a week to avoid putting pressure and irritating your shallow brow cuts.
3. Avoid going to saunas, swimming and activities that promote excessive sweating until the area is completely healed to help minimize oil production and retain more pigment.
4. Avoid sun tanning and excessive exposure to sunlight to prevent scaling.
5. Do not undergo laser, chemical or peeling treatments on the face and neck to hasten healing.
6. Do not use creams, cleansers or any strong skin care products in the area for at least 10 days.
7. Apply ointments recommended by your eyebrow aesthetician.
8. Eat healthily and avoid vices (such as smoking and drinking) which may lead to slow healing of wounds.
9. Go back for required touch-ups and follow your aesthetician’s advice.
10. Don’t be shy to raise your concern to your trusted professional.

Keep your microbladed eyebrows on their best for your upcoming Halloween party! Follow these tips and keep in touch with your microblading artist in Manila to achieve your #BrowGoals!