PMU Combi brows treatment

It is generally recommended to wait until the healing process is complete before you dye your eyebrows after a PMU treatment. This is because the pigments used can change colour during the healing process, and painting your eyebrows too early can result in uneven or unexpected colour.

I recommend waiting at least 4 weeks after treatment before you dye your eyebrows.

I recommend not epilating after a PMU treatment, especially during the healing process. Epilation can disrupt the area and possibly damage the implanted pigment, which can lead to uneven results.

After the healing process, which usually takes about 4-6 weeks, you can epilate your eyebrows again.

After a PMU eyebrow treatment, it is generally recommended not to use any skin care products on or around the treated area for at least the first few days. This includes day creams, lotions or other products that (may) contain harmful chemicals or fragrances.

During the healing process, it is essential to keep the treated area clean and dry with the cloth provided. This is to promote optimal healing and prevent infections. Using skin care products on the treated area may cause irritation, itching or even an allergic reaction, which may affect the final result of your PMU eyebrows.

After the initial healing period, which usually lasts about 10 days, you can use gentle and fragrance-free skin care products on the treated area. It is important not to use any exfoliating or peeling products on or around your PMU eyebrows, as this can cause the pigments to fade.

With permanent make-up, many people worry about the possibility of their PMU turning red or grey over time. Discolouration can be caused by various factors, such as sun exposure, skin type and even the type of pigment used. However, with proper care and maintenance, you can prevent the PMU from discolouring and keep it looking fresh for years to come.

How do I prevent it from turning ashy or grey?

• A grey eyebrow can come from a colour set too dark, I always look carefully at the skin type beforehand and what pigment it can handle. I always start the first treatment with a shade lighter, to avoid a too dark and greyish eyebrow. An ashy shade in the eyebrow is of course allowed, but it should not dominate.
• A grey eyebrow can also be caused by permanent make-up that has been applied too deeply. This is precisely why it is important to use professional products. I use the simplicity master machine by Phi, which has a very gentle vibration so a powder technique cannot go too deep. For microblading, I use the thinnest blades, so it stays subtle.
• An eyebrow can become greyer if you go under the sunbed too much, the strong UV will make the pigment dull. I therefore recommend rubbing eyebrows with an SPF starting at 30 in summer, this is also good for the whole face, of course. It doesn’t mean the sun will always turn your eyebrows grey, but extra protection can’t hurt.

How do I prevent it from turning reddish or ruddy?

One of the most important steps in preventing red discolouration is choosing the right pigment. PMU can turn red over time due to the presence of iron particles in old pigment. Iron oxide, which caused this red discolouration, used to be widely used in PMU pigment. These iron ions reacted with oxygen and other substances in the skin, oxidising the pigment and giving it a reddish or orange colour.

High-quality professional-grade pigments, such as Phi pigments that I exclusively use, do not contain these iron particles. As a result, I can guarantee that your eyebrows will never turn red.

After undergoing PMU treatment, it is advisable to avoid exposure to the sun and tanning beds for at least two weeks. This is because exposure to UV rays can cause the pigments to fade, which can affect the final result of the PMU eyebrows. After this period, it is advisable to wear a hat. If you do not have a hat or do not want to wear one, use an SPF 30 sunscreen made especially for the face. You can confidently apply this to your eyebrows. Reapply the sunscreen every two hours, or more often if you sweat.

• The first days after treatment: In the first few days after treatment, it is common to experience some redness and tenderness in the treated area. The eyebrows are darker than the desired result due to the formation of a scab.
• One week after the treatment: Towards the end of the first week the scabs start to peel off, at first it seems as if there is not much colour underneath. The colour may appear faded or patchy at this stage, but this is normal, and the final result will take shape as the healing process continues.
• Two / three weeks after the treatment: After the second week, the pigment slowly returns, and you will see the shape and colour better. You can fill in the eyebrows if necessary.
• Four weeks after treatment: The eyebrows are completely healed. From now on, the follow-up treatment can take place to put the finishing touches on. So don’t be alarmed if the eyebrows are not completely to your liking after one treatment, this requires two treatments.

Will my PMU eyebrows get crusty?

A common concern after getting PMU eyebrows is whether scabs will form on the treated area. It is normal to develop scabs or flakes during the healing process, but this can be minimized by carefully following the aftercare instructions. Keeping the treated area clean and dry is important to promote optimal healing and prevent scabbing. Avoid getting the area wet, scratching or picking at the scabs, and exposing the treated area to direct sunlight, chlorine, or salt water. With proper aftercare, you can minimize discomfort and achieve beautiful, long-lasting results.