Microblading, also referred to as semi-permanent makeup or cosmetic tattooing, is the process of implanting colour pigment in the upper layers of skin by means of tiny, sterile needles to produce the appearance of hair strokes. This is a semi-permanent option, lasting anywhere from 8 months – 2 years.

Your well being is important to us, so as a precaution, we do not offer microblading while pregnant or nursing.

If you have an ideal shape in mind, bring a few reference photos with you and fill in your eyebrows as you normally would so we can take into consideration your desired shape.

Additionally:

If you are planning a vacation, it is recommended that your appointment is a minimum of 14 days before travel to allow for healing.

We ask and require that you avoid any blood thinning medication for a minimum of 72 hours prior to your appointment. This includes Vitamin E, Aspirin, Niacin, fish oil supplements, and Ibuprofen.

If you have been on prescription Accutane in the past, you MUST wait at least one year before considering this procedure.

It is highly recommended that you avoid SUN and TANNING BED exposure for 30 days BEFORE and AFTER your procedure. The exfoliation that occurs from a sunburn will pull the pigment out, making the procedure much less effective.

Your brows will appear darker and more intense than expected for the first few days. As they heal, they will gradually lighten. Flaking is normal, don’t panic! Redness and swelling is minimal, and aftercare information will be provided at your appointment.

How you care for the procedure area over the next 7-10 days will largely determine the final appearance and longevity of your microblading.

The healing period discussed below is 7-10 days typically, although it will take 30 days for the procedure area to have fully healed.

Please follow these instructions carefully for the best results:

During healing, please apply the recommended aftercare balm to the procedure area 2-3 times a day.

Always apply aftercare with clean hands. Never let the procedure area feel tight or completely dry.

Flaking and crusting may occur as the skin heals. Picking or peeling at the procedure area may cause loss of pigment and scarring.

Please avoid using makeup on or around the procedure area during the healing process. If makeup touches the procedure area it can increase the risk of an infection

Do not wet your brows for 3-5 days and avoid showering for the first 12-24 hours.

Pools, saunas, hot yoga, tanning, excess sweating and facial procedures should be avoided during the healing period. Botox should be avoided for 2 weeks prior and 2 weeks following your appointment

Skin creams and products containing Retin-A, AHA or any kind of skin peel should not be used prior to or post procedure, as they will fade and possibly distort the procedure area.

After healing, applying sun block is recommended to protect your semi-permanent makeup from fading or discolouring. (SPF 50 is recommended).

The pigment is expected to be darker for the first 3-5 days after your appointment. Don’t panic…they will lighten and change every day during the healing period.

Within 1-2 weeks, 40-60% of the pigment will slowly reappear at a lighter shade as your skin regenerates.

After the procedure area heals, a touch-up appointment will be needed; the process is not considered complete without it! Your touch-up appointment should be booked 4-6 weeks after your initial appointment and is booked before leaving.

You must be 18 years or older to undergo microblading at Nikki’s Beauty Bar.

We can NOT perform microblading if you:

Are pregnant or nursing;

Are undergoing chemotherapy or have undergone chemo in the past 12 months;

Are sick or unwell;

Have a distinctive previous tattoo, a skin disorder or rash in the brow area;

Are under the age of 18;

Have Keloid scarring anywhere on your body;

Are on any acne medications such as Acutane;

Are under the influence of drugs or alcohol;

Have had or are planning to have Botox, fillers, or injections within 2 weeks before or after your appointment.

If you use Retin A please prohibit use for 2 weeks before and after, chemical peels 4 weeks. Please bring a doctor’s note if you have an autoimmune disorder, epilepsy, heart problems, a skin disorder in your brow area, or if you take blood thinners.

YES! We have several different tint colours and all tints can be left on the brows for various amounts of time to achieve the perfect shade for you!  The longer the tint stays on, the darker it will become and the longer it can last.

Tinting generally only tints the brow hair, however we are able to leave the tint on longer to tint your skin. Tinting on the skin generally only lasts 1-3 days post-appointment.

Brow Tint uses a similar dye that Hair Stylists use. The tint is mixed with a low percentage of hydrogen peroxide (3%) and then applied to the brows for 1-5 minutes and lasts on the hair for 2-4 weeks.Brow Henna is a specially formulated Henna mixture made specifically for eyebrows. The powder is mixed with a specially formulated mineral solution and then applied to the brows for 10-20 minutes. Brow Henna lasts on the brow hair for 4-6 weeks, and on the skin underneath the brow hair for up to 2-weeks!If you have very light eyebrows, or do not normally wear a lot of brow makeup, we recommend starting with brow tinting. If you are used to a more filled-in and defined brow, are looking for a longer lasting solution, have stubborn grey brow hairs, or are looking to camouflage gaps or sparse brow hair, we recommend booking a Brow Henna service.

The most important factor in extending the longevity of brow tint and Brow Henna is to not get the brow area wet for 24 hours after application. Also, exercising caution when applying any type of skin care products containing exfoliators (topical acne medications, retinol, lightening products, alpha hydroxy acids, benzol peroxide, salicylic acid, glycolic acid etc.) Keep all of these away from your brows as they will strip them of their color and could harm the hair as well.

Castor oil is one of the best-known, “in home” treatments to help promote brow hair growth, Because it can be quite harsh by itself, we have mixed with coconut , these oils can also contribute to hair growth.

Anyone looking to improve the overall look of their brow

Clients with Sparse Brows

Clients who are growing out their brows

Clients not ready to commit to Microblading or Micropigmentation

Clients with unruly brows

Clients with stubborn natural hair growth patterns

Do not wet your brows for 24-48 hours

Avoid touching the brow area to the risk of transferring oils

Do not apply makeup to the brows for 24-hours post-treatment

Do not apply Retin A, AHA or exfoliate the brow area for 72-hours before or after the treatment

Do not use any self-tanning products on the face for at least 48-hours post-treatment

Comb the hairs into place each day

We recommend booking your Tan 1-2 days prior to your vacation or 1-3 days prior to your special event (such as wedding or grad, etc.) Keep in mind that there is no SPF in your tan and it does not protect you from the sun. We recommend using an alcohol-free sunscreen. 

Due to the ever-changing chemistry of the body, there are times of the month that the body may be less receptive to DHA. Some people can even be DHA resistant. Excessive perspiration during development time may dilute the solution and thus will not allow the DHA to absorb into the skin properly. Also, if the skin has residual oil or moisturizer on it, this will block the DHA and prevent the skin from reacting and changing colours. (Ask us about the pH balancing option. It will go to work to get rid of the skins daily body oils perfumes and hidden dry skin, resulting in a perfect tan.)

Bar soaps, products with alcohol, Sodium Laureyl Sulfate (SLS) and mineral oil, as well as petroleum-based products will all contribute to your tan fading more rapidly. 

Avoid long hot baths and exposure to chlorinated water. 

Avoid any skin care products with Alpha Hydroxy, Glycolic or Salicylic Acid. Retin-A and Retinol will fade your tan more quickly, as well. 

Your tan can last between 5-10 days, depending on your skin care routine, such as moisturizing and how well you've prepped your skin.

Do not shower for a minimum of 8-10 hours. We recommend waiting 24 hours after your spray tan for optimal colour results! Final results won’t be seen until after you have your first shower.

Prior to your first shower the bronzer may slightly rub off on lighter clothing and sheets. If it does, being a natural sugar based solution it should wash out very easily. We always recommend following your regular stain-removal procedure to be sure.

Many pregnant and breastfeeding mamas love getting spray tans! Our products are all-natural and organic, after all. See the ingredient list below and consult with your doctor proper to your appointment if you have any concerns. 

14k gold filled, 925 sterling silver, or 10/14k solid gold

42C earl avenue dryden ON, or be sure to keep an eye out for market dates.

No! Dainty jewelry like this is travel-friendly.

Appointments are best— walk-ins are welcome during the day Wednesday's! Any other day needs to have an appointment.

Please note we have a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you would like to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please give either call or text (204) 823-2123. We do not accept email cancellations. Clients that cancel with less than 24 hours notice, are more than 10 minutes late to their appointment will be charged 50% of the service cost, no show is 100% service cost and will have to reschedule for a future date.

Children are not permitted in the Microblading procedure rooms and cannot be left unattended in the waiting area. Please arrange alternative care during your appointment.

We accept cash, debit & credit (VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/Discover)