Aftercare & Healing

First few days: Gently cleanse with cool water, pat dry, apply a thin layer of the provided aftercare balm as instructed.

Avoid touching, picking, heavy sweating, steam/sauna, swimming, and makeup on the brow area for 10–14 days.

Never pick or scratch scabs.

Once healed, apply SPF to protect pigment longevity.
Days 1–3: Brows appear darker, possibly swollen, this is normal.

Days 5–10: Scabbing and flaking begin; colour may shift and appear lighter, this is part of healing.

Weeks 2–4: Brows soften and settle into their healed tone.

Full healing can take up to 6–8 weeks.
Yes, and that’s completely normal. The colour will appear darker for the first few days, then naturally soften and lighten by 20–40% during healing.
Most clients enjoy results for 1–3 years, depending on skin type, lifestyle, and sun exposure. Oily skin types may fade faster and benefit from Powder Ombré or more frequent touch-ups.
A 6–8 week touch-up ensures even colour, fills in any gaps, and helps your brows last longer. Think of it as perfecting your investment.
Not on your brows for 10 days. You can wear makeup elsewhere on your face.

General Brow Service Questions

Microblading: Creates realistic, hair-like strokes for a soft, natural look. Ideal for normal to dry skin.

Powder Ombré Brows: Gives a softly shaded, makeup-like finish. Perfect for oily or sensitive skin and longer-lasting results.

Combination Brows: A blend of both techniques; hair strokes in the front, soft shading in the rest for natural definition with extra fullness.
Yes, every brow is customized to suit your facial features and style. While they may look bold at first, they soften as they heal.
I custom-blend each pigment to perfectly complement your natural brow colour, hair colour, and skin tone. I use only the highest-quality pigments from Tina Davies Professional and Perma Blend, they’re vegan, plant-based, and water-based.

These premium inks are specially formulated so they won’t turn unexpected colours over time. Instead, they naturally fade into a softer, lighter version of your original shade, keeping your brows looking natural and beautiful for years to come.
Yes. I am a four-time certified Ottawa brow cosmetic tattoo artist, insured, and trained in Bloodborne Pathogens & Barbicide Safety. All tools are single-use and sterile.
Pain is minimal or absent for most clients. I apply a medical-grade numbing cream before and during the procedure so you’re comfortable from start to finish.
To get the best results:

Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and blood thinners (like aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E) for 24 hours before.

No Botox, chemical peels, or laser treatments for 2–4 weeks before.

Come with clean skin and no brow or eye makeup.

Avoid sun tanning or any excessive sun exposure (like sun burns) before your session.
No. Cosmetic tattooing is not recommended while pregnant or breastfeeding.
I’ll need to see your current brows before booking. Some can be refreshed or corrected, while others may require laser removal before new work. Please ensure you mention to me before booking your appointment.
Yes, if possible. Some work can be corrected, others need partial or full laser removal before we start fresh. Book a free consultation with me, and I can help assess the best path forward for you.
Anyone looking to enhance brows, whether they’re thinning, sparse, uneven, or styling-conscious. Powder Ombré suits oily/mature skin; Combination Brows give texture and shading; Camouflage & Colour Correction refreshes old tattoos.

Unsure of which technique is right for you? Book a free consultation and let me help you choose the best fit.
Avoid cosmetic tattooing / microblading if you:

Are pregnant or breastfeeding

Have uncontrolled diabetes

Are prone to keloid scarring

Take blood thinners

Have active eczema or psoriasis in the brow area

Are undergoing chemotherapy or have a compromised immune system
This treatment isn’t suitable for everyone. You may want to consider laser removal or wait before booking if:

❌ Your existing brow tattoo is very dark or heavily saturated, lightening with laser removal first will give better results.

❌ You have scar tissue in the area, results can be unpredictable.

❌ Your brows are still healing from a recent tattoo, you’ll need to wait until they’re fully healed before correction.
I completely understand that things come up! If you need to cancel or reschedule, please give at least 48 hours’ notice so I can offer your spot to another client.

Deposits are non-refundable unless the appointment is cancelled or rescheduled with at least 48 hours’ notice.

Cancellations made less than 48 hours before your appointment, or missed appointments, will result in a forfeited deposit.

If you cancel late and wish to rebook, a new deposit will be required to secure your next spot.

Thank you for understanding, this policy helps keep my schedule running smoothly and ensures availability for all clients. 💛

FAQ

Everything you need to know before, during, and after your appointment with Brows by Cher.