FAQ
WHAT IS OMBRÉ BROW?
WHAT DOES OMBRÉ BROW LOOK LIKE?
HOW LONG DOES OMBRÉ BROW LAST?
DOES OMBRÉ BROW HURT?
WHAT COLORS ARE AVAILABLE?
IS THERE A CHANCE OF INFECTION?
IS SEMI-PERMANENT MAKEUP A TATTOO?
CONTRAINDICATIONS TO OMBRE BROW
- Ombré Brows (also known as Powder Brows/Shaded Brows) is a semi-permanent make-up procedure, where through the manual process of inserting pigment into the top layers of skin
- The procedure is a two step process (initial insertion of pigment & touch-up 6-8 weeks later)
- We create the desired fullness and design of the eyebrows
- This technique differs from Microblading in that we create a misty, powder filled brow resembling the look of makeup application, or a fresh eyebrow tint
- They are semi-permanent, in that most fade over time if no additional procedure is performed
WHAT DOES OMBRÉ BROW LOOK LIKE?
- The tails of the brow are darker, and as you move towards the front of the brow it starts to fade
- The effects will be waterproof and smudge-proof
- It lasts longer than Microblading, typically around 2 years on average
- Results are not determined until touch-up application is completed
HOW LONG DOES OMBRÉ BROW LAST?
- Ombré Brow can last for 1-3 years
- A touch up is required 6-8 weeks after the initial appointment
- Clients that choose a soft look, light colour shade or did not follow the after care instructions may require more touch up appointments
- Tanning bed / sun exposure
- Exfoliating
- Oily skin
- Medical conditions
DOES OMBRÉ BROW HURT?
- Pain varies from person to person
- People who wax or pluck their eyebrows regularly will find the procedure painless whereas someone who has never touched their eyebrows may feel some discomfort
- A safe topical anesthetic cream will be applied to ease the procedure for you
WHAT COLORS ARE AVAILABLE?
- A wide range of colors are available to complement your skin tone and hair color
- The colour chosen will specially match your natural skin and hair tone
- We have trained with the best to become a cosmetic colour theorist
IS THERE A CHANCE OF INFECTION?
- Safety is our priority
- We are "BodySafe" as per Toronto Public Health
- We adhere to the strictest infection control standards
- One time use sterile disposable needles are always used, which are opened in front of each client
IS SEMI-PERMANENT MAKEUP A TATTOO?
- Yes semi-permanent makeup is a tattoo
- We insert pigment into the top layers of the skin
- The pigments used are medical grade so it is safe and suitable for any facial area.
CONTRAINDICATIONS TO OMBRE BROW
- Pregnant or nursing
- History of keloids or hypertrophic scarring
- Viral infections and/or diseases
- Cancer / chemotherapy
- Skin irritations or Psoriasis near the treated area
- Accutane in the past 2 years
- Recently tanned or will be tanned within 4 weeks