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Frequently Asked Questions

For the Look of the Future

Would you like to wake up with make-up and go throughout your busy day without reapplying make-up?
At Vancouver Beauty Bar, located at Denman Street in Downtown Vancouver, we have an ideal solution for you of all ages who want to look your best and enhance your beautiful & professional image with Microblading & Permanent Makeup services

Microblading (or eyebrow embroidery) is a manual method which doesn’t use a normal permanent makeup machine. Microblading is done by using a unique hand instrument with a small row of very fine needles that deposit pigment into the dermis with slicing, feathering strokes. The pigment is implanted in the basal membrane, which divides the epidermis from the Dermis layer of the skin. This creates very crisp, fine hair strokes that don’t blur after healing like you would experience with a traditional permanent makeup machine.

A purely natural way of removing hair, eyebrow threading originated from the Middle East and is believed to date back to the time of Cleopatra. Aside from being performed on the eyebrows, this form of threading is also done on different parts of the face and body

Threading makes use of 100% cotton thread which is twirled around the fingers to remove targeted hair from the roots. Eyebrows can be shaped accordingly and body hair can be removed neatly to reveal clean, flawless skin.

Thread lifts are low risk, thanks to how noninvasive they are. There is virtually no risk of scarring, severe bruising, bleeding or other complications after having a thread lift. In rare cases, patients may experience irritation, infection or their sutures becoming visible under their skin

It takes anywhere from 5 to 20 minutes for eyebrows to be done and lasts anywhere from 2 to 5 weeks. It depends on your natural hair growth cycle.

  • if it is done incorrectly,it can result in irritation and ingrown hairs.
  • takes slightly longer to complete than waxing.

Threading is a clean and perfect way to remove of the hair. Other ways involves the use of cream, wax or other balms, which can make a burning sensation on the skin. Threading does not involve the use of any chemical in it. The only thing that is used in threading is a soft thread.

We believe  14-16 years is a good  time for a teenager to get her first waxing or threading experience.

A gentle face wash a few hours after your treatment is recommended but make sure you don't exfoliate for at least one day after your treatment.

Every 3-4 weeks
But, the average person should get their eyebrows threaded every 3-4 weeks.It will be dependent on many factors, but we recommend coming in for eyebrow threading treatment every 3-4 weeks

Threading is more precision and is safer for people with sensitive, acne-prone skin.

No,  hair will never grow thicker  after threading. Since threading get rid of the hair from the root, your hair will become finer over time.

Waxing is efficient for bigger sections of skin like the hands and legs, threading is good for small areas like the upper lip. “The reason why threading is great for all skin types is because the pressure of it can be adjusted accordingly.

It takes takes between 20-25 days. Touch-up appointments are highly recommended after 6 weeks and can take approximately an hour.

Individuals with diabetes, iron deficiency (anemia), epilepsy, hemophilia, a heart condition, blood thinning medication, skin condition that may interfere with the application or healing of the tattoo.Individuals who are not the recipient of an organ or bone marrow transplant .

  1. No facials, chemical treatments or microdermabrasion for 5 weeks.
  2. Avoid hot and sweaty workout for one week.
  3. Avoid direct sun exposure or tanning for 5 weeks after the procedure.
  4. Use a fresh pillowcase while you sleep.

No makeup is to be applied for 4 days after the procedure. After a new eyeliner procedure, use new mascara.

Microblading and Permanent makeup is a painless procedure if the right numbing cream is applied. There might be some uncomfortable sounds involved, but you will be pleasantly surprised about how little you feel.

Sometimes people will experience swelling or redness for 3-4 days. Eyebrow color will be too dark for approximately 3-5 days.

There is no age limit to permanent makeup.Same as the traditional makeup.

You Do not use makeup remover or creams and avoid pools and hot tubs for 14 days. You may gently cleanse your eyebrows with slightly warm water with  washed hands. Avoid cleansers, soap and washcloths. When showering, avoid having the water directly hit your brows.

Sweat will stop pigment from healing into the skin. No alcohol and caffeine one day before procedure to minimize any oozing, bleeding or swelling. Do not take  ibuprofen,aspirin, fish oil or vitamin E three days prior to procedure.

Do not let lotion, soap,any water  or makeup touch your eyebrow area during the first seven days after your eyebrow tattoo. Please wash your face carefully around the eyebrow without getting water on the treated area. During the shower, keep your face away from the shower head or take a bath.

3-5weeks
The liner will be reduced to the desired thickness In 2-3 days, and will be more equal as the swelling disappear. The color will lighten as the healing process progresses. Full healing is complete within 3-5 weeks. After that, your final color and shape can be assessed and touched up if necessary.

Going gray generally happens gradually for most individuals  . So any  touch up would be an opportunity to address the changing color .

  • Avoid getting the area wet for at least 1 week.
  • Don't wear makeup for at least 7 days.
  • Don't pick at scabs, tug, or itch the eyebrow area.
  • Avoid swimming ,saunas, and excessive sweating until the area is completely healed .

Your skin will be completely healed after a month. You shouldn't feel any pain or discomfort. Your eyebrows should also look soft and full. In another month or two, you'll likely have a follow-up appointment with your artist.

Do not  have a sunburned face or tan  the day of the  microblading procedure. No  tinting or waxing  3-5 days before procedure. Stop taking  vitamin E,aspirin and fish oil,  and ibuprofen 2 days before procedure. No alcohol or caffeine one day before procedure.

Do not let any soap,lotion , water, or makeup touch your eyebrow area during the first week after your procedure. Please wash your face carefully around the eyebrow without getting water on the treated area. During the shower, keep your face away from the shower head or take a bath.

Microblading can last anywhere from 18-36 months. It requires touch-ups once or twice a year In general. Once pigment from the procedure begins to noticeably fade, you'll need to go back to your practitioner for a touch-up application.

Almost four weeks
The early healing stage lasts for almost two weeks  and your lips should fully heal in around a month