Client Info
How to Book
Unsure which technique is best, or still on the fence about getting semi- permanent brows?
→ BOOK A CONSULT *Please note: Any client with previous brow tattooing not done by Melisa must either book an in person consult-or- text/email pictures of their brows to get approval to book*
New client with no previous brow PMU, ready to book and know which technqiue you want?
Existing client who had the original brow PMU session recently and in need of a touch-up
→ BOOK 6-12 WEEK EXISTING CLIENT TOUCH-UP
Existing client who had their brows done prior by Melisa and needs a color refresh
→ BOOK 3-24+ MONTH MAINTENANCE TOUCH-UP
Have previous brow PMU not originally done by Melisa
→ Please email (melisawilliseudora@gmail.com) or text (443-330-7101) Melisa a picture of your brows and the dates you had them done so she can assess and approve to work over them.
Screenings & Contraindications
- Currently pregnant or breastfeeding, or trying to become pregnant
- Blood borne disease (HIV, Hepatitis, etc.)
- Weakened immune system or taking immunosuppressants
- Current cancer, chemo/radiation, or history in the past year
- Uncontrolled diabetes or uncontrolled high blood pressure
- Current anemia or anemia symptoms
- Uncontrolled bleeding disorders
- Slow to heal or prone to infections
- Accutane medication in the past year
- Autoimmune disease (lupus, MS, Lymes)
- Prescription blood thinners including aspirin (Must have a signed doctor release)
- Any previous eyebrow tattooing not done by Melisa
- Any facial skin conditions that affects the health of the skin in the brow area
Policies
Booking
Please review all screening, pre-care, after-care and policies before booking. Online consent forms must be completed prior to the procedure and are valid for 1 year. 72 hours notice is required for all appointment cancellations or rescheduling. Failure to give 72 hours notice will result in the forfeit of the deposit. More than 15 minutes of tardiness will be considered a no-call, no-show. Any no-call no-shows will automatically forfeit the deposit and can affect the ability to make future appointments. If pre-care is not followed, or the client comes to the appointment with previous work not approved by Melisa, the client will be turned away and deposit will be kept.
To keep a safe environment and be in compliance with liability insurance, please do not bring any children under the age of 12 to your appointment.
Refunds
All deposits and payments are final and non-refundable.
Any concerns regarding healing, service, quality, or results are required to be written via email.
We are committed to maintaining a respectful and professional environment at all times. Any behavior or communication that compromises this standard may result in the termination of services and a recommendation to seek an alternate provider.
Pre Care
General Guidelines
Wear something comfortable, come with a clean fresh face, and have an inspiration brow picture. You do not need to shape your brows or do anything with the excess hair- we like to see the natural brow hair growth pattern!
4 Weeks Prior to Appointment
Stop all Botox, antibiotics or antifungals
2 Weeks Prior to Appointment
Stop all vitamin c serums, retinols, and acids (glycolic & salicylic) on the facial area as these can strip the skin and make it more sensitive.
48 Hours Prior to Appointment
Avoid any blood thinning agents (alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, NSAIDS, fish oil pills)
The Day of Your Appointment
No caffeine before the appointment (coffee, tea) and avoid nicotine. You may have these after the appointment.
Post Care
Healing typically takes 7-14 days, During this time, please avoid sweating in the brow area, avoid getting the brows wet in the shower (brow shields will be provided in the aftercare bag) and avoid touching or picking at the brows. If possible, avoid sleeping directly on the brows as well. Do not use any makeup, skin care products, or sunscreen on the brows until fully healed. Make sure they have at least 3 weeks of healing before going on any vacations to warm/ humid places or submerging them in chlorine or salt water.
Starting the Night You Get Home After the Appointment and Continuing for the 7-14 Days Until Healed:
- At the skink using room temp or cold water, pump the soap onto clean fingertips and clean the brows using small circle motions, cup hands with water and splash brows to rinse soap off. Pat dry with a lint free towel. Apply a pea sized amount of lotion on brows.
- Do this cleaning & lotion step every morning and every night (2x/day) for 7-14 days until brows are fully healed: meaning all dry skin/ flakes have come off entirely and the brow skin is smooth and healed and the pigment is lighter.
Stages of the Brow Healing Process
Right after the procedure the brows can be slightly red and/or swollen and they will look darker and more dramatic, it is completely normal to feel as if they are too bold at this stage- they are fresh, the pigment is right on the surface of the skin, the inflammation and redness makes them appear more dramatic, and they need to heal to become lighter. The redness and inflammation usually only lasts for 24 hours.
Over the next few days they remain darker and then they start to dry out and flake. It is common for the flakes to peel off during the cleaning process, it is also normal to see pigment in the flakes. Allow the flakes to come off naturally- do not pull them or rip them off. The skin under the flakes will appear very light and you may think the pigment came out and did not stay- do not worry this is normal.
Once all flaking is done, the brows will appear significantly lighter and over the next 1-2 weeks the pigment actually reappears. The final healed result will be 3-4 shades lighter than the initial color- they will look more natural, subtle, and not too bold or dramatic.
The final brow result is around 4 weeks- if you notice any strokes that may have fallen out, any patchy areas, or want the brows slightly darker you can come in for a touch up at 6-12 weeks.
Consent Forms
FAQ's
What is Microblading vs. Shading vs. Nano Strokes?
Microblading is the manual use of a handheld tool with a microblade to create hair-like lines in the skin.
Shading uses a tattoo machine to deposit airy dots (pixels) very close together, creating the look of filled-in makeup.
Nano Strokes are also created with a tattoo machine (like shading), but instead of pixels, the technique produces fine lines that resemble natural brow hairs.
How Long Does Each Method Last?
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Microblading: Typically lasts the shortest, about 1–2 years before needing a touch-up. (some clients may retain pigment for longer than this, the average is 1.5 years).
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Shading & Nano Strokes: Machine techniques generally last longer, about 2–4 years before requiring a touch-up.
What is a Touch-Up and When Do I Need One?
A touch-up is an additional session where we go over healed work to perfect or refresh it. Ideally, touch-ups should be done by your original artist.
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A 6–12 week touch-up may be needed to replace any ink that healed too lightly or fell out — this is often called a “perfecting session.” Some clients don’t need one at all.
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After that, most clients need a touch-up every 1–2 years (for oily, sensitive, or combination skin) or every 2–4 years (for normal to dry skin).
How Long is the Healing Process?
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The skin typically heals within 7–14 days.
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Healing is similar to a small cut: initially tender or inflamed, then drying out, lightly scabbing, and peeling on its own.
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Underneath, the skin often looks lighter and the pigment may appear “gone.”
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The full healed result is visible within 3–4 weeks once the pigment resurfaces through the new layer of skin.
Major Pre-Care Rules
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Avoid blood thinners (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, NSAIDs, Fish Oil, Alcohol, etc.) for 48 hours
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Avoid nicotine and caffeine on the day of the appointment
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Avoid plucking/waxing/threading brows for 7 days prior
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Stop using harsh skincare products (Retinol, Vitamin C, acids, acne treatments) for 14 days
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Avoid antibiotics/steroids (oral or topical) for 14 days
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Do not arrive with sunburn, cuts, or lesions in the brow area
Major Aftercare Rules (10–14 Days Post-Procedure)
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Avoid sweating on the face
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Avoid humidity, steam, and excess moisture
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Avoid blood thinners (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Alcohol, Fish Oil, etc.) for 48 hours
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Avoid sun exposure (wear a hat)
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Do not sleep on or touch your brows
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No makeup or skincare products on the brows
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No harsh skincare on the face (Retinol, Vitamin C, acids, acne treatments)
Is It Painful? What Numbing is Used?
Most clients rate the procedure as 1–2 on a 0–10 pain scale, similar to the plucking of plucking eyebrow hair- very minimal.
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Lidocaine 5% topical cream is applied before starting.
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During the procedure, a liquid lidocaine/epinephrine mix is used for complete numbing once the skin is open.
What Happens to My Natural Brow Hair?
Your natural brow hair is preserved unless it falls outside the shape we’ve agreed upon. Any hair removal is minimal and approved by you.
If you have little to no brow hair, that’s not a problem — this procedure was designed for clients with sparse or missing brows to create a natural-looking shape.
What if the Price is More Than I Expected?
We understand that brows are an investment. Pricing reflects training, certifications, and the expertise required to safely and beautifully perform cosmetic tattooing.
We offer:
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Cherry Financing with 0% interest options
Why Not Go With a Cheaper Artist?
You can, but cheaper often means:
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Poor technique
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Unsanitary environments
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Pigment discoloration or scarring
This is delicate, highly visible work. It took me 6 certifications and over $15,000 in training to master realistic, natural brows.
The average price for microblading is about $500 with seasoned artists. Expert artists may charge more, but you are paying for safety, quality, and results that last.
Aftercare: How Do I Care for a Brow Tattoo?
Facial tattoos require more delicate care than body tattoos.
For 10–14 days or until healed:
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Cleanse: Wash with pure Castile soap (provided) in one gentle direction or small circles.
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Rinse: Splash with cold water at the sink.
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Dry: Pat gently with a lint-free paper towel or air dry.
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Hydrate: Apply a pea-sized amount of provided lotion in one swipe over both brows.
Repeat morning and night until healed.
General Rules:
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No sweating on the face for 14 days (salt in sweat fades pigment)
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Do not touch or sleep on brows during healing
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No sun exposure, swimming, or submerging in water
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Keep brows dry in the shower (face shields provided)
Why Are Screenings and Contraindications Strict?
It may feel like a medical checklist, but it’s for your safety.
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Skin is thin and delicate, so risks like infection must be minimized.
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Conditions like diabetes or autoimmune disorders increase healing risks.
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Blood thinners (including caffeine, alcohol, fish oil, Aspirin, NSAIDs) cause excess bleeding, which pushes pigment out and prevents proper healing.
Is Microblading Harmful?
Not when performed correctly.
Microblading makes tiny cuts in the dermis only (the top skin layer with minimal blood/lymph). If done too deep into the hypodermis, it can cause scarring.
When performed with proper technique, microblading does not scar. Scarring only occurs with untrained or careless artists who go too deep.
