nano brows
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Nano needle machine brows are created with the tiniest needle there is in tattooing and tattoo machine to similtaneously poke pigment into the skin while tattooing. With this method, there is no cutting of the skin. We are able to create hair strokes that are ultra defined. As time fades, you will notice the hair strokes will stay distinct even as they fade. Results tend to last much longer than microblading. Most clients take 3-5 years (after the initial 2 sessions) before coming back for a touch up. Think of healed nano brows looking as if I drew your brows on with a fine pen, and microblading to look softer - as if I drew them on with a pencil. The initial appointment takes about 4 hours and touch up takes 2 hours.
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During a microblading session, a technician uses a special tool to make tiny cuts in the skin. The tool consists of multiple needles connected to a handle. The technician inserts pigment into the cuts, creating the appearance of eyebrow hairs. The color of the pigment used will depend on your preference.
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Before we begin the procedure, we sit down and work with you to shape your brows with a pencil and agree on the best color and shape to fit your face. This does not require your entire eyebrow to be shaved and does not damage your natural hair. To keep discomfort to a minimum, anesthetic creams are used before and during the procedure. Additional touch ups may be needed to achieve your desired results and may be booked either ahead of time, or at the time of your appointment. If you desire fuller brows, it will require 2-3 sessions to build depth to your brows. Please refer to the Pricing page for more info.
A nano brow session consists of a consultation the day of, where I review your lifestyle and daily brow maintenance. I then map the brows according to your facial structure with the golden ratio of balanced proportion. Once you approve the brow shape (I usually spend 1 hour shaping), then the procedure takes about 2-3 hours. This entire session takes a somewhere between 4-5 hours. Most of the time spent is going over drawing and shapes - to ensure that your healed brow is perfect for you. Sometimes we cannot plan how long the shaping process will take so these are approximate times.
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Microblading: Done by a hand tool, so it is a manual method of tattooing. Healed results are much softer than nano strokes. Touch ups are recommended yearly to maintain the shape and saturation of your brows. Results last up to 2 years.
Nano-brows: This procedure is done by a tattoo machine and the finest tip needle which makes results last much longer (~3-5 years) than microblading. Using the machine causes less trauma to the skin. Hair strokes stay defined even when results lighten over time.
pricing:
INITIAL PROCEDURE
30 mins no cost for a consultation
consultation:
No show fee: $35
nano brows:
Service Duration: 4-5 hrs
Price: $650
TOUCH UPS + BOOSTS
6 week initial touch up (needed):
Service Duration: 2 hours
Price: $100
6-12 month boost:
Service Duration: 2 hrs
Price: $200
12-18 month boost:
Service Duration: 2 hrs
Price: $300
pre-care
Prior to your procedure, clients are advised of the following:
Avoid alcohol and aspirin/ibuprofen and any vitamins that may thin your blood for 72 hours.
Avoid tanning so we can assess your natural skin tone.
No face scrubs or chemical peels at least two weeks prior.
Feel free to come in with their brow makeup on so our technician can see your every day look you prefer. Reference pictures of shapes and colors of brows are always welcomed. We will then work together to create the perfect brows!
FAQs
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The eyebrow area will be slightly red after the procedure and color will appear very dark. This is normal for the procedure and part of the healing process. The color will fade by up to 40% as it heals. In the following days, the eyebrows will continue to be dark and you will notice slight scabbing. Do not pick at the scabs as this may damage the skin and the outcome of the microbladed area. The eyebrows will lighten up in color as it heals. No down time is required after nano brow procedure. It takes approximately 7-14 days for the brows to heal over, and about 1 month for the color to fully set in. You'll notice the color is very light right after the two weeks after healing; the skin will have an opaque milky looking quality to it. This is known as the milk skin and is common in tattooing. This is due to the the tissue still healing from the inside out even though the surface of the skin is healed. True color will reveal itself once healed.
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Yes! A touch up session after 4-6 weeks is necessary as everyone heals differently and outcome will vary. Certain areas may not pick up during first session and will need to be refilled. Pigment color may need to be adjusted, brow thickness and more strokes can be added. Individuals with oily skin often require a deeper shade during the touch up session as the oils tend to lighten the pigment. Most importantly, your touch up session is when we refine your brows to ensure it looks perfect and retains the color for the whole year!
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The pain level for the procedure is considered mild to none. Prior to the procedure your brow technician will apply a topical anesthetic to numb the area, and also reapplied during the procedure. Everyone responds differently to anesthetic; depending on the client, the feeling of the procedure has been described as light cat scratches to not feeling anything. Topical anesthetics used may contain lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine and epinephrine.
After the procedure, redness and slight swelling in the area is normal. Clients describe the area feeling similar to a light sunburn. Clients can take Tylenol but not aspirin or ibuprofen.
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Since nano brow pigments are not implanted into the skin as deep as traditional tattoos, the area will naturally fade overtime. Nano typically lasts 3-5 years, depending on skin type (normal, oily, dry), age (youthful/mature). Whereas microblading lasts 1-3 years. Skincare routine will also affect the lasting effect of the pigment: patients who tan, uses products with AHA or Glycolic Acid with fade faster as your skin will resurface faster. Each individual's color retention within the skin will vary. To maintain the brows looking fresh, a touch up is suggested every 12-18 months. Clients can let the nano area fade over time, but please note a slight shadow may remain.
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Nano is not suitable for the following candidates:
Using Accutane
Have heart conditions or using heart medications
Have diabetes (will require a physician's note)
Have skin disease or irritations
Have had Botox in the last 2 weeks
Have gotten a deep tan or chemical peels in the last 2 weeks
Allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, benzocaine, tetracaine or epinephrine
Anyone who has any serious medical conditions may require a physician's note.
Pregnant or nursing clients who want nano brows can be done at your own discretion. I suggest discussing with your doctor first. Nano is still considered a tattoo, and just like with wine or sushi consumption, it is a personal choice to do so during this period.
* I reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who we deem not suitable for this procedure or for any other reason. I have the right to make the decision to nano an individual based on my own discretion. *
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I take all proper precautions for a safe session by using sterilized equipment, new needles and in a sanitized environment. Should clients follow the pre and post care instructions, there should be minimal risks or complications . Although allergic reactions to the pigments are rare, it could be possible for certain individuals. I suggest a pigment patch test for individuals who have high skin sensitivities or are sensitive to:
Topical makeup products
Gold, silver and nickel
Hair dyes
Patch tests should be performed 5-7 days prior.
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As with all cosmetic procedures, individuals should not make their choices lightly. I always recommend clients do their research, understand the procedure and compare different artists' work and portfolio when making their decisions. I will do my utmost to shape and style the eyebrows to the clients satisfaction prior to the procedure. Every effort will be made to achieve an even appearance, but please realize our faces are never perfectly symmetrical. Uneven appearance can be fixed during the touch up session. Pigment discoloration and color correction can also be fixed during the the touch up session.