About
Hello, I’m Katey. I’m one of the co-owners of Elevate Beauty Studio and currently offer microblading services. As my experience and knowledge expands, I hope to also offer other permanent makeup procedures and fine line tattoos. What is microblading? Microblading is a form of tattooing that uses a tool comprised of a line of very thin needles that make a blade. This blade is used to insert pigment into the skin. Since this process is done by hand rather than a machine, it is very precise and allows for the pigment deposits to mimic the look of natural brow hairs. Who is NOT a good candidate for microblading? Unfortunately, some people are better candidates than others for the microblading process. If you fall into any of the following categories, you likely will not qualify for microblading services: pregnant or breastfeeding, prone to keloids, actively receiving chemotherapy, using blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder, currently using or have used Accutane within the past year, have received Botox within the past two weeks, have been sunburnt within the last two weeks, have severe acne, have usedretiniods, vitamin-A or retin-A products within the past two weeks, allergic to nickel, or have an auto-immune disorder. With this being said, I hope to add more services soon that will expand the clientele I’m able to serve (including some of those who may fall into one of the above categories). Please reach out to me with further questions. Are you licensed to perform this service? Yes! Not only have I received extensive, hands-on training and passed certification requirements in microblading, I’ve also passed the necessary health department inspection, have CPR and first aid training, and have passed the training requirements in regards to bloodborne pathogens as deemed necessary for tattoo artists by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Additionally, I do have insurance on the services I provide, and the salon itself is insured. Do I need to shave my brows? No! I will shape your eyebrows as needed with a razor and/or tweezing and choose a color pigment that blends seamlessly with your natural brows. Does it hurt? Every client is different and pain tolerance varies by client. Most clients describe the pain level as minimal and find tweezing and threading more uncomfortable. I use the best topical lidocaine cream available to minimize discomfort. With that being said, this is a still a tattoo. You will likely feel some discomfort. Many would describe the feeling as a slight burning, astringent like sensation. In other words, very tolerable and totally worth it! What does the healing process entail? Some swelling and tenderness after the procedure is normal and may last a day or so, depending on the client. Your new brows will appear DARKER, WIDER, AND SHARPER than the way they will heal. This is especially true for days 2-5. This is harder for some clients than others. Clients who rarely wear makeup may find that they don't like how their brows look on these days because they are too intense. That's normal! The pigment is sitting on top of the skin and has not yet settled into your face. As your skin heals over the tattoo, your brows with lighten and soften. This process takes about 7 days or so on average. It’s important to follow all after care instructions and to attend the required follow up appointment to make the finishing touches to your new brows! Your healing is only about 50% in my control. Once you leave, it's up to you to be diligent about following the instructions you're given to get the best result! And no matter how great they look, it's important to come for your touch up appointment to get the final result. How long do these tattoos last? This will vary by client. If aftercare instructions are followed diligently, your new brows will last approximately 18 months before they're mostly faded. For some people, their brows will last even longer. Certain factors such as sun exposure, getting chemical peels, oily skin type, etc. will affect whether your brows will last on the higher or lower end of the expected 12-18 months. Also, some clients really prefer a fresh, bright look. Most clients opt to come in for touch-ups every 12 months instead of waiting for their brows to completely fade. Are there some people who don’t retain the pigment? Yes, this does happen. Some people have highly effective immune systems that reject the pigment, and some just have highly effective skin healing. It's very rare, but it's important that all clients understand this is a possibility and in most cases, there is no way for us to know if this will take place prior to the work being done. Occasionally, I will recommend a third appointment to further touch the brows up if the client is retaining some pigment after the first touch up, however anything beyond that would likely be too much for the skin and the client would likely not be a candidate for further permanent makeup. Should I wear makeup to my appointment? Ideally yes. I would like to see how you look normally to help design your brows. It's helpful to see how you wear your makeup and hair, and what style of dress you choose. Also, I’d like to see how you do your brows and what color you use if you're used to filling them in on a regular basis. Preparation is key for the best results. Follow the steps below for the best results, including before all touch ups. -Avoid alcohol, caffeine, Aspirin, or Ibuprofen for 24 hours before the procedure. -Because Botox can alter the position of your brows, it should be performed no later than at least 2 weeks prior to your appointment. -Discontinue Vitamin A/Retinol product usage at least two weeks prior to treatment. -Discontinue Fish Oil or Vitamin E usage one week prior to treatment. -Thoroughly read all the forms given to you at the time of your appointment and ask any questions you may have. -Be sure to advise me of any allergies, medical conditions, prior permanent eyebrow make-up and prescriptions you take prior to your appointment. -Waxing prior to appointment is not necessary. However, if you’re due for a wax, please have make sure your brows are waxed at least 3 days prior to appointment in order to reduce sensitivity. Day of procedure: Please arrive at your appointment wearing your normal makeup. If you typically fill-in or pencil-in your brows, please do them as you regularly would.Business Hours
- Monday
- 5 PM - 8 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM - 6 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM - 6 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM - 6 PM
- Friday
- 5 PM - 8 PM
- Saturday
- 2 PM - 8 PM
- Sunday
- 5 PM - 8 PM
Cancellation Policy
Please read this policy before booking any appointments at Elevate Beauty Studio to make sure you fully understand. While we are ever so grateful for our wonderful clients, timely and efficient service is necessary for us to provide outstanding customer service. If you fail to comply with these policies we are unable to service everyone in a fair and efficient way. Customer satisfaction is our highest priority, and these policies exist to give all clients the absolute best experience possible. We are so thankful for your business and welcome any inquiries about this policy!
For all permanent makeup appointments, a 72-hour notice is required to cancel or reschedule your appointment. We just ask that you please call and let us know, (voice mail if necessary), text or email us at least 72 hours prior to your appointment time to cancel or reschedule. Should you fail to cancel or reschedule your appointment at least 72 hours before your appointment, you will forfeit your booking deposit. Should you wish to reschedule your appointment at that point, you definitely can! You will have to pay another non-refundable deposit to book another date.
Should you cancel or reschedule your appointment within 24 hours of your appointment, or no call/no show, you will not only forfeit your booking deposit but also will be required to pay the full balance of your missed appointment cost before you can reschedule with Elevate Beauty Studio. Once you pay the full cost of your original missed appointment, another deposit must be paid to reserve your new appointment.
Should you cancel or reschedule your free 5-8 week touch up appointment within 12 hours, or no call/no show for your appointment, you will be required to pay for your touch-up. Touch-up prices are listed in our pricing menu.
If you are over 15 minutes late to any appointment, you will be asked to reschedule, and the same Cancellation Policy above will apply. This is because all clients receive thorough consultations and detailed, precise work. As a result, we will not rush your appointment or others. Therefore, if you are more than 15 minutes late to your appointment you will forfeit your deposit and be required to pay for the balance of your appointment before you can re-book.
There will be no exceptions to this policy. By booking your appointment with Elevate Beauty Studio, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to the Cancellation Policy.