Are You The Right Candidate For Eyebrow Embroidery?

If you’re reading this, I’m sure you did a bit of research on eyebrow embroidery and by the looks of it, it seems like it’s a treatment that you can do. And yes, virtually everyone can get their eyebrows done with this treatment, to a degree as there are still a number of conditions that you need to know if you’re eligible for it. In fact, it’s one of the things that a good esthetician will check to ensure you’re the right candidate. Here’s why.

At the essence, eyebrow embroidery is a semi-permanent makeup developed to cater to anyone looking for ways to uplift and improve the look of their eyebrows. Whether it’s thin, sparse, not even on both sides, or just a tiny touch-up to make it fuller; virtually anyone can do it and I’d say it’s the better alternative than traditional tattoos for the eyebrows. 

Conditions That You Can’t Get An Eyebrow Embroidery

If you have extremely oily skin then it’s likely that you’re not a good candidate for eyebrow embroidery. While a little bit of sebum is normal, too much of it can cause the skin to exfoliate faster, making the pigments embedded within fade at a higher rate than just normal oily skin would, creating the need for more frequent touch-ups. If you’re not sure if your oily skin can be an issue, it’s best to have your esthetician take a look and decide if eyebrow embroidery is still possible for you. 

As eyebrow embroidery involves inserting pigments into the skin, there’s a risk of infection and we intend to keep it at bay. However, your condition can contribute to a higher chance of it occurring, and for safety reasons that makes you ineligible for the treatment. Notable causes include if you’re pregnant or nursing; having lupus, skin issues such as eczema and dermatitis, as well as other health issues that can cause you a compromised immune system. 

Keep in mind, if you’re taking isotretinoin-based medications or blood-thinning medications are highly discouraged from undergoing this treatment at least a year before to ensure your health is back to its state. The medication is particularly notable as it alters the skin’s condition to become thinner and drier, as well as weakening the immune system. As for blood thinning medications, refrain from taking them for as long as 5 days otherwise it can increase the chance of heavy bleeding during the procedure. 

For technical-related issues can also contribute to the reason you’re not the right candidate for eyebrow embroidery. For example, having allergies to metals (such we’ll be using needles for the treatment), pigments, and numbing cream that are used for eyebrow embroidery can be a hindrance for you to getting the best results from the treatment. If you have any allergies, it’s important to inform your esthetician during the consultation to ensure no unwanted side effects happen to you. It’s important for you to understand that the conditions shown above are not meant to prevent you from getting eyebrow embroidery but rather as a safety precaution to ensure you can maximize the results as intended. For peace of mind, it’s always a good idea to ask our esthetician regarding the procedure and to confirm if there’s a possibility you can still get an eyebrow embroidery treatment.