HELLO GORGEOUS MED SPA®
74 W. Washington Street
Oswego, IL 60543
630-636-6193
hellogorgeousskin@yahoo.com
Pre + Post Care Guide
MICROBLADING & BROW PMU
Hair-stroke brows, ombré powder, combo/hybrid, and nano strokes — follow these steps for your best heal.
Real client result
Powder Brows
Soft ombré shading — fuller shape, defined arch, natural finish.

Individual results vary. Healing timeline and touch-up visits affect final color and shape.
Related documents
- Brow consultation & intake form — complete before your visit (health history, shape & technique, consent).
- Your Brow Journey — step-by-step consult guide (what to expect, healing, aftercare). PDF
- Full consultation packet (PDF) — intake, technique guide, and printable copies.
BEFORE YOUR BROW APPOINTMENT
A little prep makes a big difference. Following these steps helps your skin take pigment evenly and heal beautifully.
In the days before
- Avoid blood thinners 24–48 hours prior — no alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, or vitamin E (unless prescribed). They increase bleeding and can dilute pigment.
- Skip caffeine the morning of your appointment — it can increase sensitivity and bleeding.
- No tanning or sunburn for 1 week before. We cannot work on sunburned or freshly tanned skin.
- Pause active skincare — stop retinol, Retin-A, AHAs, BHAs, and exfoliants in the brow area for 1 week prior.
- No brow waxing, tinting, or threading for 3–5 days before — let your natural shape show so we can map accurately.
- Botox & filler should be done at least 2 weeks before (or after) your brow appointment.
- Facials, peels, or laser in the area should be at least 4 weeks prior.
- Cold sore history? Ask your physician about an antiviral before brow PMU to help prevent an outbreak.
Day of your appointment
- Eat a good meal beforehand to keep blood sugar steady and avoid lightheadedness.
- Come with clean, makeup-free brows if possible — or arrive a few minutes early to remove makeup.
- Feel free to bring an inspiration photo, but trust the mapping process — we tailor the shape to your face.
- Wear comfortable clothing and plan to relax. The appointment takes time, and that's a good thing.
Please reschedule if:
- You are pregnant or nursing
- You have an active cold sore or skin infection in the brow area
- You are sunburned
- You have started Accutane
Your safety always comes first — we'll happily find you a new date.
YOUR HEALING TIMELINE
Days 1–2 · Bold
Brows look dark & bold. This is normal. Gently blot any lymph fluid with a clean tissue every couple of hours for the first day. Apply aftercare balm sparingly if instructed.
Days 3–5 · Darken
Color deepens; light scabbing begins. Brows may feel tight or itchy. Do not pick or scratch — let flakes fall naturally.
Days 6–10 · Flaking
Scabs and flakes shed. Brows may look patchy or "too light" — pigment is settling beneath the surface.
Days 10–14 · Ghosting
Color may seem to nearly disappear. Don't panic — it will resurface as healing completes.
Weeks 4–6 · True color
Final color emerges. Your true healed result is visible — softer and more natural than day one.
Weeks 6–8 · Touch-up
Perfecting touch-up visit. We refine shape, color, and density. This visit is essential to your final result.
Please DO
- Keep brows clean & dry as instructed
- Blot gently with clean tissue (days 1–2)
- Apply aftercare balm sparingly if directed
- Sleep on your back if possible
- Let scabs fall off on their own
- Be patient through the healing stages
Please DON'T
- Pick, scratch, or peel scabs
- Get brows wet, sweaty, or steamy (10 days)
- Apply makeup to the area while healing
- Sun, tanning beds, pools, saunas (2 weeks)
- Use retinol, exfoliants, or acids on brows
- Work out heavily until healed
Healed PMU looks 30–50% lighter and softer than it does on day one. Trust the process — your perfecting touch-up at 6–8 weeks is when we bring everything to its final, beautiful result.
Call us right away if you notice signs of infection — spreading redness, swelling, warmth, pus, or fever. We're always here for you: (630) 636-6193.