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Frequently Asked Questions about Lash Extensions

They're finally here! We are SO excited to announce the arrival of eyelash extensions at The Pink Door.   Some of you may be familiar with eyelash extensions and some may not. We're here to answer some of your most frequently asked questions!   Will eyelash extensions damage my natural lashes? Good quality eyelash extensions require time and precision. There are things that can damage lashes, for example, if the extensions are attached to more than one lash they...

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Microblading with Oily Skin

There are many reasons that people are not great candidates for Microblading and oily skin is one of them. While Nicole doesn't feel comfortable Microblading some with certain conditions, oily skin can be microbladed with certain precautions. Why? The microblading procedure requires pigments to be deposited underneath the skin and the pigments will have a harder time holding and healing with oily skin. The appeal of microblading is the "natural" look the strokes present, but with oily...

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Planning Ahead for Microblading

We know you just can't wait to get your brows done! Trust us, we are just as excited to give you amazing brows! But let's not forget, your brows aren't going to be as perfect as you want them to be straight out of the chair. Allowing your brows time to heal is also a part of the process. Remember, right after your appointment your brows will be much darker than planned. This is a normal...

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The Importance of Aftercare

We'll be the first to admit that aftercare is a pain. It's tedious and takes a long time most nights, but its worth it. Those few extra steps you take each day can heavily impact the results of microblading. Nicole did her amazing work during the appointment and now it's up to you to do your part!   Reduce the risk of infection By following the aftercare instructions to a T, you reduce your risk of infection. A...

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Thank You for 2018!

We’re wrapping up another AMAZING and BUSY year at The Pink Door!We would like to give a huge shout out and thank you to our amazing clients. We couldn’t have done it without you! Our mission is to give you the brows you want and deserve and we hope we have achieved that. Check out some of the 5-star reviews that our clients left us this year. Clean, friendly, relaxing atmosphere with very scientific professional services....

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Holiday Gift Certificates Now Available!

We love the holiday's mostly because we are able to give you some great deals on permanent cosmetic services! We just made Christmas shopping a little easier this year! This holiday you can purchase a gift certificate from the Pink Door for permanent cosmetics at a discounted price! There are only a limited number of these available so make sure you get them ASAP! Check out the details of the gift certificates below:   • Microblading Certificate: $500...

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Does Microblading Hurt?

Not really. Well - kind of. We all know that pain is subjective, so what might hurt to you may not hurt others. Most of our clients report NO pain during the procedure! Each client has a different level of pain tolerance, but most likely, no, it won't hurt. DO YOU USE NUMBING CREAM? Yes, we do! Here at the Pink Door, we use a topical numbing cream on the area that will be worked on to...

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Microblading appointments–texting vs. calling

Why should I text instead of calling Nicole for a microblading appointment? No matter where you are, it’s normal to call to make appointments. The doctor’s office, the dentist, the salon, etc. But at The Pink Door, we prefer that you text us to make an appointment. We know, it's different and completely NOT what you’re used to. But it helps us tremendously when you text for microblading appointments than when you call.   Why doesn’t Nicole answer...

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Microblading vs. Tattooing

Microblading is often compared to tattooing because the process looks and feels quite similar. Both procedures require ink to be deposited into the skin. While this is true, the techniques and the tools used in a microblading procedure are completely different than tattooing. Let’s talk about the differences between microblading and tattooing. Microblade vs. tattoo gun What is a microblade? It’s a tool that has multiple needles attached to the end. While tattoo artists use a tattoo gun, all shapes...

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Are You A Microblading Candidate?

Microblading has quickly become a popular trend for shortening your daily beauty routine. Microblading means no more fighting with your brow pencil or brow gel every morning, and no more bad brow days! If you weren't blessed with beautiful, full brows like Lily Collins or Cara Delevingne, you may be considering microblading. While there are many people you may know getting their brows microbladed, not everyone is a good candidate.

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