IS GLAM BODY SUGARING BOUTIQUE SAFE?

At Glam Body Sugaring Boutique we pride ourselves on following the strictest protocols. Monica is a NYS Licensed Tattoo Artist trained in Infection Control / Bloodborne Pathogens and follows OSHA standards. Our upmost concern is your safety, comfort and results.​ All needles and hand tools are single use, come in a sterilized packet, and are disposed of properly after each client. Implements such as pigments, gauze, cotton swabs, etc. are single use and disposed of after each client. Gloves are worn at all times, and disposed of after each client. All Stations are thoroughly disinfected and sanitized after EACH client.

WHAT'S THE PRICE FOR MICROBLADING TREATMENTS?

Powder & Ombre technique start at $550 Microblading Hairstrokes with Powder technique is $650 Microblading Initial Touch up is $200 Microblading Corrections start at $650 Tattoo Removals $250 per session

IS MICROBLADING THE SAME AS AN EYEBROW TATTOO OR PERMANENT MAKEUP?

No. Definitely not.
The work involved with microblading is only performed on the skin surface. Microblading will be a MUCH SAFER treatment than eyebrow tattoos. This technique deposits colored pigments in the upper layers of the dermis. The color can also be adjusted in alignment with the original eyebrow hair color, which results to a realistic look and feel. It is a method whereby colors are inserted to the upper layers of the skin where it lasts only 1-3 years depending on the skin retention of colors.
The process will take around 1 1/2 - 2 hours.

IS A CONSULTATION REQUIRED?

A consultation is not required but We usually recommend you to come in for a consultation if you have had a previous tattoo on your eyebrows, or if you have a skin condition that needs to be evaluated. A consultation is a great way to meet your technician, tour the boutique and ask any questions you may have with time dedicated esecially for you. During a consultation we will give you an allergy patch test, talk about your brow goals, measure and shape, and show you a tailored for you brow shape we can relicate on the day of your service. You can book a consultation with Monica, and if you chose to go forward with your initial brow service, this fee will be applied to your balance. We will find you the soonest availabe appointment during the consult.

DOES IT HURT?

It is actually not bad! Monica uses a numbing cream that you will love her for. It’s the same numbing cream a doctor would use when administering Fillers or Botox! It’s just slightly uncomfortable, but definitely worth it. She uses combination of 2 anesthetics – a topical numbing cream before blading, and then an anesthetic gel is introduced once the procedure has started on open skin. This is topped up regularly during the treatment to keep you comfortable.

WILL I BE ABLE TO RETURN TO WORK SHORTLY THEREAFTER?

Yes. Most clients show little to no swelling/ redness directly after the treatment. The color will be quite dark immediately after treatment, but not too conspicuous. The color will lighten within 10 days. You may also drive yourself to and from your appointment if you wish.

HOW DO YOU CHOOSE A SHAPE?

We choose a shape and style together. At the beginning of the procedure Monica will draw in a suggested shape for your new brows and then we work together to perfect this to your preference. Measurements are taken to check symmetry and placement. We do not start the brow enhancement treatment until you choose a final shape.

WHAT IS 'MANUAL SHADING' OR 'POWDER BROWS'?

The Microblading technique of building hair strokes is not always enough to cover the area of the eyebrows. When a client has thick, coarse hair or even no hair at all in some or all parts of the brow, the artist must cover a lot of bare skin. Microblading alone will not create the most natural result. The best results are achieved when the artist skillfully creates the illusion of depth, fullness and volume by using machine shading techniques to blend the microblading into natural brows.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?

The procedure is solit into two appointments. The initial appointment is about 3 hours inckuding numbing, please plan accordingly. The touch up is about 1-1.5 hours.

WILL I NEED A TOUCH UP?

Everyone’s skin is different so it greatly depends on your skin and your healing process. Microblading is the process of inserting pigment into the basal layer of the epidermis. It is a form of tattooing (cosmetic), though it is semi-permanent. Generally, the results are excellent but it very much depends on your skin texture, oiliness, etc. Your new semi-permanent eyebrow will go through several phases during the healing cycle. After approximately 4-6 weeks, your eyebrows will have mostly healed during the “shedding” or “scabbing” process. As a result, the initial intensity and thickness will fade, and the desired colour shade will start appearing. You should schedule a touch-up session. Any areas needing correction or modification will be filled in. The procedure aims to encourages the pigment to embed more permanently into the skin. Some people at times have a resistant skin type where the pigment doesn’t like to take. You may need more than one touch up with additional cost if you are one of the few that fall into this category. It is very important that you come back within 4-6 weeks for your touch-up, if you leave it over the timeframe the colour in the skin will fade, and we will need to start all over again. If that happens, then there is an additional charge. It is advisable to see Monica again at your 4-6 weeks for a touch up to add pigment, depth and alter shape if need be. Additional touch-ups are likely needed within one to two years dependent on each individual.

HOW DO YOU CHOSE A COLOR?

Monica has a huge variety of colors and uses amazing vegan/ hypoallergenic pigment. While you are numbing after you have filled out all of your paperwork, we choose the color that is perfect for you.

WHO IS ALLOWED IN THE TREATMENT ROOM?

Due to insurance and health and hygiene purposes, Only the client is allowed in the room. If you nrimg a fried for advice on the shaping- that is fine but once the service starts only the client is to be in th treatement room. If you come to your scheduled appointment with your child, your appointment WILL be cancelled and your deposit forfeited. NO EXCEPTIONS.

I HAVE PREVIOUS PERMANENT MAKEUP, CAN I GET MICROBLADING?

PLEASE NOTE: If you have had your eyebrows previously tattooed and are interested in a cover-up/re-work, you MUST email us a clear photo PRIOR to booking your appointment. If you book your appointment online and leave a deposit, without emailing Monica a clear photo of your FULL FACE without makeup PRIOR to booking and without her ok to move forward, your deposit WILL NOT be refunded. We cannot guarantee results for cases such as these and we must approve that your eyebrows are workable. In some cases where the previous work is too dark, dense, discoloured, or large, tattoo removal will be highly recommended before we begin the cover-up/re-work. Previously tattooed areas and cover-ups will almost always require additional touch-ups for best results and will be charged accordingly. If you have previous work done, there will be a different fee than for those clients who have untouched skin. For best tresults, please book a brow consult.

WHO IS NOT IDEAL FOR THIS PROCEDURE

• Someone with large pores on their forehead.

WHAT IF I'M PREGNANT?

No, you cannot have this treatment done if you are pregnant or breast-feeding due to the numbing and possible stress during the procedure. Please wait 3 months after delivery and nursing.

WILL I STILL HAVE TO WAX OR TWEEZE NEW GROWTH?

Yes. While Monica cannot control your new growth coming back, she has now given you an amazing new template to make your maintenance much easier!

WILL COSMETIC TATTOOING WORK FOR ME BASED ON MY SKIN TYPE/ TONE?

Small pores/ dry skin- comparable to a grape: microblading will work well with this skin type. Small pores/ oily, normal combination skin- comparable to an apple-microblading will work but you will need extra touch ups. We recommend powder or ombre technique. Large pores/ thick oily skin -comparable to an orange peel- This skin type can be worked on but because of constant production of oil the stroked will heal diffused an blurred as opposed to crisp strokes. We reommend ombre or powder technique. Super soft, thin, mature or hypersensitive skin-comparable to a peeled hard boiled egg- This type of skin bleeds easily, takes longer to heal and develops scars and infections easiy. ** MICROBLADING is not suggested at all for this skin type, and we prefer to not suggest it. Powder and Ombre technique is suggested. Darker Skin tone- The skin tye can be worked on, but it must be noted that strokes may not be as contrasted on darker skin tones. Powder or Ombre is suggested.

WHAT IF I BLEED TOO MUCH?

We highly redommendstaying away from alcohol, aspirins, and known blood thinning medications and vitamins for 7 days prior to your appointmnt. For vitamins- please google what youre currently taking. For prescriptions- please ask your physician before booking an apppointment about halting meds before your appointment. Pin Point bleeding is normal-but please note if ypu are a bleeder ( no matter what skin type or tone you are) bleeding skin will dilute thepigment snd your healed results will not be as pronounced. You may need more than one touch up for desired results. The technician has no way of assessing whether you are a bleeder or not before the procedure.

IF I'VE GOTTEN MY BROWS, LIPS OR LASH LINER DONE ELSEWHERE, DOES THE TOUCH UP RATE APPLY TO ME?

Working on top of another artists work is complex, challenging and time consuming, therefore any new clients are considered a new service. Once you have become a client of Glam Body Sugaring Boutique, llc you will be granted touch up rates.

WHAT TYPE OF NUMBING GEL DO YOU USE?

We use 3 different numbing creams and gels and decide which specific anestheic to use per client: Topical Numb Cream before procedure takes anywhere from 20-40 minutes and the ingredients are: Lidociane (40mg) Tetracaine (20mg) Benzocaine (60mg) Anesthetic Gels used during procedure and constantly topped off for your comfort: Ingredients: Lidocaine 5% and Epinephrine 0.05% If you have a heart condition please contact your cardiologist first for approval, or need a numbing gel with a lower percentage of Epinephrine we have one with 0.02%. Please let us know before your service which numbing gel you would prefer to be sure we have it on hand.

HOW DO I PREPARE FOR MY UPCOMING COSMETIC TATTOO?

Please arrive to your appointment on time. Refrain from alcohol consumption, aspirin (tylenol is ok), fish oil, vitamin E, and St. John's Wort 7 days prior to your appointment. If on any medications please let your technician know before booking. Stay hydrated the week before by drinking plenty of water, and come to your appointment after having a full meal. If getting a lip procedure please take an antiviral 7 days prior to your appointment, especially if you're prone to cold sores. Another great option for anti viral is the vitamin L-Lysine.