What Not to Do After Embroidery: The Top 5 Mistakes That Ruin Results

Aug 25

𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙨, 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬 & 𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙮 𝘽𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙦𝙪𝙚. With expert precision and artistry, we craft natural, detailed brow (1).jpg

Semi-permanent makeup is a game changer—but the healing process is where the real magic happens. If you’ve just had embroidery done (brows, lips, eyeliner), the next 7–10 days are crucial.

At The Brow & Beauty Boutique, we give every client a detailed aftercare guide. But just in case, here are 5 major mistakes you must avoid to keep your results clean, even, and long-lasting.

1. Touching or Picking at the Area

Flaking or scabbing is totally normal—but don’t pick. Picking can pull out pigment, cause patchiness, and even lead to scarring.

If the area itches, gently tap it. If it flakes, let it fall off naturally.

2. Sweating Heavily or Going Into Saunas

Sweat, heat, and steam open your pores and push pigment out of the skin before it sets. This leads to faster fading or uneven colour.

Avoid:

Intense workouts
Saunas and steam rooms
Hot yoga and hot showers (keep them short and cool)

3. Applying Skincare or Makeup Directly on the Area

No foundation. No sunscreen. No concealer. And definitely no serums or oils.

Keep the area bare and clean while healing. Products can clog, irritate, or fade the pigment—especially in the first week.

4. Getting the Area Wet

Avoid soaking the area. Light misting is fine, but don’t:

Splash water on your face
Go swimming
Stand under the shower stream

Clean the rest of your face with a cloth. We’ll guide you on how to wash gently and correctly during healing.

5. Forgetting Your Touch-Up Appointment

This isn’t a one-and-done. Your follow-up session locks in your pigment and corrects any fade spots. Skipping it can shorten the lifespan of your results.

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💆‍♀️ Bonus: Help Your Brows, Liner, or Lips Heal Beautifully

Once your embroidery heals, you can go beyond maintenance and reinforce the results with clean, supportive care. These services are gentle, sterile, and designed specifically for post-procedure support:

✅ Brow Microneedling Growth Booster – Strengthens the brow area and encourages fuller natural growth post-embroidery.

✅ Eye Spa: Iris Clarity – Ideal after eyeliner embroidery to soothe and refresh the delicate eye zone.

✅ Lip Embroidery Enhancement – A soft, natural tint refresh for clients looking to boost colour months after healing.

📍Need advice on what’s next? Contact us or book your enhancement session here and let our artists guide your recovery plan with confidence.

💡 Healing Is Just as Important as the Procedure

Your artist can give you the best brows or lips ever—but only you can protect them during healing. Stick to the plan, avoid these five mistakes, and you’ll love how your results turn out.

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