Tactical Aesthetics

A highly-effective, topical anesthetic cream and gel are used for numbing before and during your procedure. Pain threshold levels vary from person to person and every effort is made to ensure you remain comfortable for the entirety of the procedure. 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.

You must be 18 years or older to receive a microblading service at Tactical Aesthetics.

Brow Lamination is the hottest new trend taking the industry by storm. No matter how many products you’ve tried; brow gel, pomade, soap brows you name it, it is impossible to achieve a fluffy look that will stay in place all day let alone up to 8 weeks…until now. Brow Lamination is a custom brow formulated, 3 step lamination system. This system can be applied to even the most stubborn brow hairs and will realign the directional hair growth and overall shape of the brows for up to 8 weeks at a time. This treatment creates the look of added volume and fullness by combing the brow hairs over sparse areas and often upwards resulting in that Instagram model perfect fluffy eyebrow look. Whether you desires a full and fluffy look or a sleek tame brow, we can achieve it in a matter of minutes, YES MINUTES with Brow Lamination.

The purpose of microblading is to enhance the natural features of a clients brows. microblading is softer and more subtle – it is meant to be a natural-looking enhancement. Permanent makeup tattoos use ink while microblading 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 coloration and facial changes occur.

As a precaution, Tactical Aesthetics does not perform microblading on pregnant or nursing women.

Microblading is considered semi-permanent and will not wash off, however, it will fade over time and may need to be refreshed yearly. Frequency of sessions depends on a number of factors including: the pigment color used (lighter colors fade faster), lifestyle (sun exposure), and if any chemical peels come into contact with treated areas. Please note that final results CAN NOT be guaranteed as each unique skin type will hold pigments differently and break down at different rates. I will re-evaluate how your skin has received the pigment at your second session and make any changes necessary. Multiple sessions are normal for microblading, with each new procedure requiring a minimum of 2 visits. Your second session can be booked no sooner than 2 months after the initial appointment. Additional sessions will be charged according to the current pricing.

For most clients, a minimum of two treatments are usually needed, at least 8 weeks apart. With most procedures, the color looks dramatically lighter after the first week. Some clients prefer this, while others opt for a bolder look. At the second session, I will assess the color retention and make adjustments as necessary. Everyone heals differently and at different rates. If your microblading does not heal perfectly after the first session, do not worry! I can always go darker and add more density at your next appointment.

Sun exposure: The sun will extremely soften the look, so sunblock should be used to prolong your enhancement. The choice of color: Some colors fade quicker than others, e.g. a blonde color will fade quicker than a dark brown color. Bleeding during the procedure: Any bleeding during the procedure will reduce the amount of pigment absorption. Alcohol and certain medications act as blood-thinners and should not be taken prior to and following your appointment. Aftercare: Failure to follow the aftercare diligently during the first 2 weeks of healing can contribute to less than desired results. For example sweating during healing can effect the appearance of the hairstrokes when fully healed. Iron Deficiency: If you suffer from Anemia or low iron this could affect the way your body reacts to the pigment. The pigment used contains iron oxide which can result in the hairstrokes to fade or change in hue due to your body absorbing the iron.

Your microblading enhancment will appear darker and more intense than expected for the first few days. This will gradually lighten during the complete healing process. Redness and swelling is minimal.

During your appointment, I will analyze your skin's undertone to anticipate how pigment colors will fade in the future. I will also mix pigments to ensure color blends well with your existing eyebrow and hair color. The majority of my clients' cosmetic tattoos stay true to color and lighten naturally over time. There are some cases, however, where colors may fade to different tones according to the individual’s response to the pigments (like lifestyle and iron deficiencies). Many factors affect these changes. At your next appointment, I will re-analyze how your body has responded to the initial color. Special formula alteration to correct the color and to prevent further color change is made at this time. Your microblading will eventually look softer and have more of a "powdered" look. This happens with all clients as the skin ages. To keep your hair strokes looking good, a refresher appointment is suggested yearly. Results will vary with each client.

A good sunscreen should be applied daily AFTER healing and is required to help keep color true. As with any tattoo, sun exposure will make the color soften faster. Fading speed depends on your skin type, lifestyle, sun exposure, pigment color used, broken capillaries, and if any chemical peels were done after your procedure. If you are planning a chemical peel, laser treatment or other medical procedure, please inform the technician that you have had microblading. Careful application must be taken to avoid affecting the microbladed area.

If you have extremely oily skin, microblading will NOT work well for you. The constant production of oil will cause the hairstrokes to heal with a diffused, softer look. Your end result will look more powdered than you would expect. If you have little to no existing hair, your tattoo will appear more 2-dimensional than those clients who have more hair naturally. If you are a frequent smoker, your pigment may fade sooner. If you are iron deficient or Anemic, your pigment may fade sooner and bleeding/bruising may occur during and after the procedure. PLEASE NOTE: If you have had your eyebrows previously microblading I can not guarantee results for cases such as these. In some instances where the previous work is too dark, dense, discolored, or large. Tattoo removal will be highly recommended before my services will be considered. Previously microbladed brows will almost always require additional sessions and will be charged accordingly. Some special cases may be considered.

You may fill in your eyebrows as you normally would so I can take into consideration the shape you desire. If you regularly get your eyebrows shaped, waxed, threaded or tinted, please do so at least 3 days before your appointment. If you plan to go on a vacation, it is recommended to plan your trip a minimum of 14 days after the procedure. I require my clients to avoid any blood thinning medication for a minimum of 72 hours prior to their appointment. This includes Vitamin E, Aspirin, Niacin, fish oil supplements, and Ibuprofen. Do not drink any alcohol the night before and day of your appointment and limit the amount of caffeine you consume. If you have been on prescription Accutane in the past, you MUST wait at least one year before considering this procedure. It is highly recommended that you avoid SUN and TANNING BED exposure for 30 days BEFORE and AFTER your procedure. As your skin exfoliates from a sunburn, it will take the pigment with it.

Microblading, also referred to as semi-permanent makeup or micropigmentation, is the process of implanting color pigment beneath the surface of the skin by means of tiny, sterile, disposable needles to produce the appearance of hair strokes.