Care Guide
We love that you’re here. It means you are an overachiever just like us. For those looking for gold stars, we want to ensure you know how to care for yourself from start to finish. We’ve done the trial and error so you don’t have to. Let’s break down the process and manage expectations so you can book confidently.
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Honestly, this just might be the most versatile brow service out there that offers low maintenance, high performing and FLUFFY results. It is a semi permanent solution that lifts and realigns your natural hair flow by softening the hair structure, holding it in place. Not only is it a high performing alternative to gel, but it essentially mercerizes each hair. As it straightens every hair to its maximum length and volume, it creates a more smooth and full brow. We believe in brows that you can live in. Low maintenance, lamination lasts up to 8 weeks for the kind of effortless “I woke up like this” option without committing to an invasive service.
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Who is lamination good for?
Those with unruly hair and desire to redirect their hair flow (a common concern for those with downward growth).
Those with thin or sparse brows to maximize each hair for an editorial, brushed up, fuller look by filling any gaps.
Those ready to simplify their brow routine (think less product and a longer lasting result - especially with a brow tint)
Those who are not quite ready to commit to permanent make up - with enough hair, lamination gives a high impact and is non invasive.
Those waiting for old PMU to fade, as it is the perfect cover up option to avoid going larger and darker at your next PMU session
Those with PMU, combined, the lamination can compliment your natural brow hair for the ultimate low maintenance service (we call this “The Fluffy Combo”)
Does lamination have any contraindications?
Lamination cannot be combined with Henna or permanent hair dye products as it will impact the integrity of your hair. Please give your brows 10-12 weeks to cycle out before the lamination process.
We can use our natural or hybrid tint, but for best results, we recommend applying the tint one week following your lamination to avoid any breakage.
With any allergies or sensitive skin, we recommend a patch test prior to the service. Completion during your Brow Design would be a great time to test for any sensitivities.
Think psoriasis, excema, cystic acne, recent burn or skin treatments like laser or chemical peels, etc.
Lamination cannot be performed on anyone pregnant or nursing. We would love to show you our Signature Scout styling tips while you care for your little one.
Recent PMU requires the skin to have healed for 6 weeks prior to any lamination.
Extremely coarse, dry brows can be difficult to laminate and may kink from the service.
Are there any contraindications to tinting with Lamination?
Henna / Hair color (including “Just For Men”) is not recommended up to 12 weeks prior to lamination. Please let us know if you have recently used any hair dye products as it can cause hair loss or damage.
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What should I expect the process to be like?
Each session is about 40 minutes, depending on any additional services. Interested in a tint (and/or) tidy? We got you.
We do recommend all new clients beginning with a Brow Design to craft your bespoke shape and a patch test. Best tinting results occur a week following your lamination session to avoid any breakage.
Fresh out of the studio your brows will look glossy and sleek. This is short lived from our final setting solution. After time they will soften up, but if you love that glossy look, apply our brow balm.
Every person has unique circumstances, lifestyles and biology. Anticipate that results vary from person to person, but typically ranges from 4-8 weeks.
Fluffy AF (and fun) results. You would never known you had THAT much hair. Your reflection will be getting all the double takes, so prepare for us to be in a long term relationship.
What is the secret to longevity?
Being prepared goes a long way. Please arrive with freshly washed hair and clean brows and if you have sensitive skin, your patch test complete
Aftercare is king for the best results, so follow by:
Keeping your brows dry for 48 hours
Switch your cotton pillow case for silk to avoid any breakage (plus your skin and hair will thank me)
Use our complementary after care balm 1-2 times a day. This silky balm is made using ultra nourishing, all natural, vegan and cruelty free ingredients (coconut, shea butter, olive oil, vitamin E, lavender, frankincense and tea tree oil)
Consider creating a brow mask (we recommend olaplex 3) by conditioning your brows once a week in the shower.
Getting in touch with your brow cycle so you aren’t surprised when new growth comes in and the laminated hair softens up. As time goes on, it will look more natural and textured.
Daily maintenance is as simple as WET+SET.
WET: After the 48 hours, a little misting (or fresh from the shower) is required to get them in place. Especially if they’re a little wild from sleep.
SET: Simply brush your brows into place with a spoolie in your desired direction. The lamination has softened the hair to be pliable to be as fluffy or sleek as you want.
Honoring your brow cycle to maintain the integrity of your brow health. Refreshing your lamination is recommended after 8 weeks.
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The lash lift must be the most underrated lash service out there. If you’re unsure about extensions or haven’t mastered your lash curler, this low maintenance service could be just what you’re looking for. Opening up your eyes and enhancing your natural lashes by lifting them to curl outward - essentially a perm for your lashes without damaging your lashes over time. Expect thicker and longer results after 3 services due to our keratin peptide serum. High performing and undemanding, expect the lift to last 6-8 weeks, efficacy depending on the strength and weight of your lashes. Add on a tint for an additional $20 and ditch your mascara.
Are there any contraindications?
Allergies (think reactions to previous lifts or extensions) or skin sensitivities
Claustrophobia (eyes must be closed for ~45 mins)
Conjunctivitis (pink eye), stye or otherwise infected
Contact lenses must be removed prior
Eye infections or recent surgery
Hay fever or watery eyes
Glaucoma
Ommetaphobia (fear or intolerance of touching eyes)
Pregnant (it has not been clinically approved)
Prescribed medicated eye drops + other medications (think accutane, thyroid medications, etc.)
Recent laser eye surgery (must wait for 6 weeks until eyes are fully healed)
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What should I expect the process to be like?
Each session is about 30 -45 minutes, depending on any additional services. Interested in a tint? We got you.
Arrive barefaced with clean lashes
A silicone rod is aligned to the lash line and the lashes are glued down the a silicone shield.
Lifting serum is applied to the root of the lashes. This perming solution softens the protein bond to realign the lashes.
Setting serum is applied and processes to restructure the bond, locking the lashes into shape.
Moisturizing keratin peptide solution is applied to protect and enhance lash structure.
Water-soluble glue is removed and tinted if desired
What is the aftercare like?
Be gentle and avoid rubbing / itching
Keep your lashes hydrated with castor oil or lash serum
Sleep on your back and skip the eye mask
Keep your lashes dry for 24 hours (including heat or steam)
Avoid products on your lashes for 24 hours (think mascara, serums, lotions, make up remover, etc.)
Avoid waterproof mascara indefinitely
Do not apply any other facial treatments 24 hours following the application
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A brow design at Freckle Face is our signature service that is the foundation to every other session you will have with us. We craft your own unique brow plan that will serve your goals best for the long game.
Whether it’s a tint, tidy, lamination, permanent make up or a combination of them all, we’ve got you. As an established brow specialist since 2016, Freckle Face has a cultivated a name you can put your trust in. Transformation starts here.
What is included in a Brow Design?
Comprehensive consultation. If you are interested in microblading or lamination, don’t skip this step. We want to get to know you to ensure these services are a good fit and craft your bespoke brow design.
Unique brow plan crafted for your goals + lifestyle
Signature mapping using “The Golden Ratio” for key points along your facial structure. We create a mapped grid for your ideal balanced brow, bespoke for you. Our bone structure is asymmetrical so balanced is the key word. It visually reveals any areas that need new growth and what background noise doesn’t serve you.
Tidy (wax or threading) with optional tint add on for $30
Styling tutorial for your every day needs
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All tidy services include waxing, threading + / or tweezing to clean up the surrounding shape that we have mapped out using our Signature balancing technique
Waxing is our go to method of tidying, but we offer threading if it is your preference or if you have contraindications to waxing, such as:
Retinol and AHA products
Accutane
Sun burn
Glycolic acid
Chemical peels + other facial services
Rosacea, excema + other skin sensitivities
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The short answer: Hair removal maintenance sessions are typically between 4-6 weeks, although others can go longer between, depending on your growth cycle.
The long answer: The hair growth cycle is about 12 weeks - the slowest hair growth rate in the entire body. This is why when things go wrong, it’s “not just hair” because it takes time (and just might not grow back). The cycle has three phases:
Phase 1: Anagen | The hair follicle is active and the root divides quickly, adding hair to the shaft. This phase determines the length of the hair, lasting between 30-45 days.
Phase 2: Catagen | A short period at the end of anagen where the hair is cut off from the blood supply, shrinking the hair follicle. This can be a shedding period.
Phase 3: Telogen | The resting period that can last between 2-4 months. It does not grow and remains inactive until the capillaries in the dermal papilla reactivate into Anagen.
With the understanding of our growth cycle we can pay attention to when we are have new growth and shedding periods. We want to train each hair to follow it’s natural cycle. If there has been damage to the follicle, little new growth happens. Regular tweezing gets the schedule off track and you are now on the hamster wheel.
Retire your tweezers in between sessions. This ensures your hair will be on the same cycle and stops new growth popping up at different rates. There is also less chances of the wrong hair continuously being over tweezed and your shape goals in tact.
Prebook your next session. It will give you accountability and motivation to leave your tweezers alone, sticking to our plan.
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Hybrid Tint is similar to henna, as it stains the skin up to 7 days, but it is also like a traditional tint that lasts on the hair between 3 - 6 weeks and is viable with lamination as it is ammonia free.
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Is this even a question? We are named Freckle Face after all, but if you’re unsure, make sure to check out Dayna’s own face. She made sure to pioneer the service on herself first. If you are looking for believably natural freckles, this is the place. Asymmetric and wabi sabi is the key to building realistic freckles that don’t leave you with polka dots later.
What is the process like?
After applying numbing cream, we will map out your desired freckle pattern and sprinkle your face with sun kissed freckles through our nano tattooing technique that is essentially painless.
Are there any restrictions?
Accutane within one year + thin / mature skin
Health conditions (Autoimmune Disorder, Diabetes, Chemotherapy, Hepatitis, HIV, Virus or infection)
Hormone Imbalance + Thyroid complications
Keloid scars
Nursing or Pregnant
Prescription blood thinners
Skin Conditions (Psoarsis, Excema, Burn, etc.)
Under 18 years old
What is the healing process?Within 24 hours | Red, swollen, feels like a sunburn, as the open wound oxidizes, the color will deepen
Within a few days | Flaking or scabbing may begin, feeling quite itchy. As the top layer of skin rejuvenates, the color may start to feel like it is disappearing - the wound is closing, therefore diffusing the color and shrinking the strokes.
Within one week | Top layer of skin should be healed, freckles are looking softer.
Within six weeks | Under layers of skin where the pigment has been implanted will have been healed and color will have deepened to its final results.
What is the aftercare like?
Keep them dry for 48 hours Please do not shower, bathe, sweat, or exercise within that time period for the most defined results. Feel free to shower after the 48 hours.
Cleanse the treated area with a clean, damp cotton pad and pat to dry.
Apply our aftercare cream with a clean cotton swab 1-2 times a day. This will act as a barrier to protect the open skin and to soothe any itchiness.
It is perfectly normal for the treated area to flake or scab. These scabs will fall off. Please do not pick at them as it will pull out the pigment that is healing.
Be mindful of sleeping on your face to ensure they do not prematurely rub off for lighter results. We recommend using a silk pillow case.
Protect your freckles using sunscreen once they are fully healed.
Avoid Intensive exercising, swimming and / or sweating during the first week.
Avoid make up, soaps, cleansers, creams or around the tattooed area. Wait until the superficial wound is healed before any facial treatments.
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Microblading is the balayage of brows. Expect lived in, seamless blends and effortlessly natural results. It is a semi permanent make up process of implanting pigment beneath the surface of the skin through tiny, sterile, disposable needles to create natural hair like strokes. As the pigment is only deposited into the first 2 dermal layers of skin, it will naturally fade with time.
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Who is microblading best suited for?
Those with normal - dry skin, as oily skin tends to heal more diffused and can require refreshers more frequently
Those with a frame work of natural hair to seamlessly blend, as with extremely sparse brows may appear more two dimensional. However, it is a great option to enhance your natural brows or for those who suffer from hair loss causes (think alopecia, chemotherapy, overtweezing, aging).
Microblading is for all genders and all skin types, unless your skin is extremely thin (think type 1 fitzpatrick scale, mature, accutane, anemia, rosacea, retinol use, etc.) as it bleeds very easily, contributing to weak results.
Are there any restrictions?
Accutane within one year + thin / mature skin
Health conditions (Autoimmune Disorder, Diabetes, Chemotherapy, Hepatitis, HIV, Virus or infection)
Hormone Imbalance + Thyroid complications
Keloid scars
Nursing or Pregnant
Prescription blood thinners
Skin Conditions (Psoarsis, Excema, Burn, etc.)
Under 18 years old
Freckle Face does not work on mature skin
Before your appointment, for best results we recommend :
Brow Design (new clients) or Brow Wax + Tint (refresh) a week prior to your session.
Avoiding blood thinners (alcohol, caffeine, omega-3, Advil, ibuprofen, etc.) for 24 hours before
Avoiding the following facial services 2 weeks before: botox, fillers, chemical peels, laser facials, retinol products
Arriving with freshly washed hair as you cannot shower for 48 hours after
Prepared for being obsessed with yourself
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What is the microblading process?
Signature Mapping (30 minutes) | Each client receives a brow design appointment prior to their initial session. We ensure there is a meticulous consult to craft the shape that is best suited to your goals, existing brow hair and bone structure. This is a collaborative process. We will discuss pigment that is best suited with your skin type, tone and your natural hair.
Topical Anesthetic (20 Minutes) | We generously apply a 5% lidocaine cream prior to the service. During the service, we reapply with a secondary numbing cream for punctured skin to maximize your comfort.
Tattoo (60 minutes) | Using a hand tool, your artist will cut hair like strokes into the skin with the chosen pigment while working within the guidelines of your brow design. It is a similar sensation to threading or tweezing with the topical anesthetic. Keep in mind that each client metabolizes the cream at different rates, has a unique pain threshold and other circumstances can affect your comfort like your menstrual cycle and stress levels.
What is the healing process?
Within 24 hours | Red, swollen, feels like a sunburn
Within the first days | As the open wound oxidizes, the color will deepen + the exaggerated line work will feel big + dark.
Within a week | Flaking or scabbing may begin, feeling quite itchy. As the top layer of skin rejuvenates, the color may start to feel like it is disappearing - the wound is closing, therefore diffusing the color and shrinking the strokes.
Within two weeks | Top layer of skin should be healed, strokes are looking softer.
Within six weeks | Under layers of skin where the pigment has been implanted will have been healed and color will have deepened to its final results.
What is the aftercare like?
Keep them dry for 48 hours Please do not shower, bathe, sweat, or exercise within that time period for the most defined results. Feel free to shower after the 48 hours.
Cleanse the treated area with a clean, damp cotton pad and pat to dry.
Apply our aftercare cream with a clean cotton swab 1-2 times a day. This will act as a barrier to protect the open skin and to soothe any itchiness.
It is perfectly normal for the treated area to flake or scab. These scabs will fall off. Please do not pick at them as it will pull out the pigment that is healing, creating holes in the brows.
Be mindful of sleeping on your face to ensure they do not prematurely rub off for lighter results. We recommend using a silk pillow case.
Protect your brows with big sunglasses, hat or using sunscreen once they are fully healed.
Avoid Intensive exercising, swimming and / or sweating during the first week.
Avoid make up, soaps, cleansers, creams or around the tattooed area. Wait until the superficial wound is healed before any facial treatments.
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Powder brows, also known as “ombre brows”, is the quintessential, “I woke up like this” in permanent make up services. Expect lived in, seamless gradient blends and effortless results. It is a semi permanent make up process of implanting pigment beneath the surface of the skin with a machine. Similar to traditional tattooing, a pixelated effect is used to build up layers. As the pigment is only deposited into the first 2 dermal layers of skin, it will naturally fade with time.
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Who is powder brows best suited for?
All skin types work with powder brows. It is a better alternative to microblading for those with oily skin, which tends to heal more diffused. Normal to dry skin will always heal more crisp with longer lasting results.
All hair types and density is suitable, as the shading can fill sparse areas to enhance your natural brow shape, especially for those who suffer from hair loss causes (think alopecia, chemotherapy, over tweezing, etc.) or who enjoy a more defined and manicured look.
Powder brows is for all genders and all skin types, unless your skin is extremely thin (think type 1 fitzpatrick scale, mature, accutane, anemia, rosacea, retinol use) as it bleeds very easily, contributing to weak results.
Combination brows (or micro shading) is an optional add on for believably natural hair strokes and shading for density.
Before your appointment, for best results we recommend :
Brow Design (new clients) or Brow Wax + Tint (refresh) a week prior to your session.
Avoiding blood thinners (alcohol, caffeine, omega-3, Advil, ibuprofen, etc.) for 24 hours before
Avoiding the following facial services 2 weeks before: botox, fillers, chemical peels, laser facials, retinol products
Arriving with freshly washed hair as you cannot shower for 48 hours after
Prepared for being obsessed with yourself
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What is the powder brows process?
Signature Mapping (30 minutes) | Each client receives a brow design appointment prior to their initial session. We ensure there is a meticulous consult to craft the shape that is best suited to your goals, existing brow hair and bone structure. This is a collaborative process. We will discuss pigment that is best suited with your skin type, tone and your natural hair.
Outline (10 minutes) | Using the machine, we gently outline the shape we crafted. Please note, this step does not have any topical anesthetic.
Topical Anesthetic (20 Minutes) | We generously apply a 5% lidocaine cream prior to the service. During the service, we reapply with a secondary numbing cream for punctured skin to maximize your comfort.
Tattoo (90 - 120 minutes) | Using a machine similar to a traditional tattoo, your artist will blend pixelated layers into the skin with the chosen pigment while working within the guidelines of your brow design. The sensation is a subtle vibration as we blend multiple layers for a soft gradient. Keep in mind that each client metabolizes the cream at different rates, has a unique pain threshold and other circumstances can affect your comfort like your menstrual cycle and stress levels.
Are there any restrictions?
Accutane within one year + thin / mature skin
Health conditions (Autoimmune Disorder, Diabetes, Chemotherapy, Hepatitis, HIV, Virus or infection)
Hormone Imbalance + Thyroid complications
Keloid scars
Nursing or Pregnant
Prescription blood thinners
Skin Conditions (Psoarsis, Excema, Burn, etc.)
Under 18 years old
Freckle Face does not work on mature skin
What is the healing process?
Within 24 hours | Red, swollen, feels like a sunburn
Within the first days | As the open wound oxidizes, the color will deepen + the exaggerated line work will feel big + dark.
Within a week | Flaking or scabbing may begin, feeling quite itchy. As the top layer of skin rejuvenates, the color may start to feel like it is disappearing - the wound is closing, therefore diffusing the color and shrinking the strokes.
Within two weeks | Top layer of skin should be healed, strokes are looking softer.
Within six weeks | Under layers of skin where the pigment has been implanted will have been healed and color will have deepened to its final results.
What is the aftercare like?
Keep them dry for 48 hours Please do not shower, bathe, sweat, or exercise within that time period for the most defined results. Feel free to shower after the 48 hours.
Cleanse the treated area with a clean, damp cotton pad and pat to dry.
Apply our aftercare cream with a clean cotton swab 1-2 times a day. This will act as a barrier to protect the open skin and to soothe any itchiness.
It is perfectly normal for the treated area to flake or scab. These scabs will fall off. Please do not pick at them as it will pull out the pigment that is healing, creating holes in the brows.
Be mindful of sleeping on your face to ensure they do not prematurely rub off for lighter results. We recommend using a silk pillow case.
Protect your brows with big sunglasses, hat or using sunscreen once they are fully healed.
Avoid Intensive exercising, swimming and / or sweating during the first week.
Avoid make up, soaps, cleansers, creams or around the tattooed area. Wait until the superficial wound is healed before any facial treatments.