How to Care for Your Brows After the Hairstroke Procedure

Rachel Beauty Bar
Jul 9
2 min read

Proper aftercare is essential for achieving the best possible results from your Hairstroke eyebrow procedure. Even with the best artist, poor care afterward can lead to faded color, uneven strokes, or infections.

Follow this Hairstroke aftercare guide to maintain natural, lasting, and beautiful results.

✅ What to do after Hairstroke brows

1. Follow your technician’s instructions: Always follow personalized guidance from your technician. If something feels off, contact them immediately for a follow-up.

2. Keep brows dry for the first 7–10 days: Avoid washing your face or showering in a way that wets the brows. Use a damp cloth to clean the rest of your face and keep the brow area untouched.

3. Use cotton pads or Q-tips: If needed, gently clean the area using a dry cotton pad or sterile Q-tip. Avoid alcohol-based wipes or tissue.

4. Apply moisturizer if recommended: After a few days, use a thin layer of healing ointment or brow balm, as recommended by your technician, to prevent dryness and speed up healing.

5. Use sunscreen (after peeling): After your brows have fully peeled—usually around day 10—apply a gentle SPF to protect the pigment from UV damage.

6. Avoid scar-forming foods: Do not eat glutinous rice, eggs, seafood, beef, chicken, or spicy food for 1–2 weeks. These may cause scarring or darkening of healing skin.

❌ What NOT to do

1. Avoid direct sunlight: Sun exposure can cause pigment to fade or turn uneven. Wear a hat or use shade if going outside.

2. Don’t scratch or peel scabs: Let the scabs fall off naturally. Picking at them can remove pigment and damage healing skin.

3. No makeup near your brows: Do not apply foundation, powder, or brow pencil during healing. Makeup can cause irritation and bacteria to enter.

4. No harsh skincare or alcohol-based products: Avoid facial cleansers, toners, or micellar water near the brows—especially if they contain alcohol, acid, or exfoliants.

⚠️ Common post-Hairstroke issues and causes

Sometimes, you may notice issues like fading, uneven strokes, or patchy results. Possible reasons include:

Poor technique: Incorrect needle depth or uneven strokes can lead to poor pigment retention.
Low-quality pigments: Cheap pigment may fade quickly or heal in the wrong color tone.
Oily skin: Oily skin tends to push pigment out faster, leading to faded or blurry strokes.
Improper aftercare: Exposure to water, using makeup, or skipping healing cream can all affect results.
Skin reactions: Some people naturally reject pigment or heal in unpredictable ways depending on their immune response.