Proper aftercare is crucial for the success of your microblading, and choosing the right face wash is a key part of that. To assist you in making this important choice, we have researched and listed the top 4 face washes recommended by the PMU community.
This list provides an overview of each product’s benefits and explains why they are ideal for maintaining your microbladed brows. Find out which product will best support your healing process!
What’s the Best Face Wash for Microbladed Eyebrows?
Freshly microbladed brows are essentially open wounds and need careful cleaning during the healing period. A gentle face wash is crucial to avoid irritating the skin or affecting pigment retention.
Certain ingredients are a no-go, and using your regular face wash might not be suitable. But what should they use, then? Here are the top 4 safe products artists most often recommend + an alternative for on-the-go:
1. Phi Microblading After Care Foam
Again, gentle ingredients which won’t affect pigment retention. In fact, Phi Academy claims that their aftercare foam designed specifically for brow tattoo aftercare contains ingredients which are beneficial for pigment retention.
This cleanser comes in a light, fluffy foam consistency which ensures you don’t need to rub your brows hard to wash them (pressing hard when washing is a huge no-no!).
Phi Microblading After Care Foam
2. Phi Foam Universal Cleanser Mousse
The Phi Foam Universal Cleanser is perfect for preparing or cleansing skin before and after procedures such as microblading, PMU, tattooing, microneedling, and lash treatments.
It gently cleanses, hydrates, and soothes while offering antimicrobial protection and maintaining pH balance.
Phi Foam Universal Cleanser Mousse
4. Hustle Bubbles Antibacterial Foaming Soap
Hustle Bubbles Antibacterial Foaming Soap is a versatile, must-have cleanser for PMU artists, ideal for pre-procedure prep, in-procedure cleansing, and post-procedure care. Its antimicrobial formula effectively eliminates bacteria while remaining gentle and non-drying on the skin.
Made with natural, vegan-friendly ingredients, it delivers mess-free, easy cleansing at every stage of the service. Hustle Bubbles also works perfectly as an aftercare cleanser, making it a seamless addition to any professional tray or client care routine.
Hustle Bubbles Antibacterial Foaming Soap
Alternative On-the-Go: PhiWipes
PhiWipes Aftercare Wipes are ideal for cleaning the skin after microblading and permanent makeup, especially when you’re on the go or unable to follow your regular skincare routine.
These wipes replace soap and water, reducing swelling and inflammation while ensuring effective post-treatment cleaning and aftercare. They promote optimal healing and pigment retention.
Phi Wipes Aftercare Wipes
Ingredients to Avoid Post-Microblading
The list of skincare ingredients that should be avoided after microblading is quite straightforward:
- No exfoliating ingredients (many anti-aging ingredients, a large portion of acids) – they can affect pigment retention
- No anti-acne ingredients (mostly different acids) – the same thing
- No fragrance – fragrance can be hugely irritating
This goes for cleansers, but also for other products that may be part of the clients’ skincare routine.
What Clients Need to Know About Washing the Brows Post-Procedure
After microblading, your brows are an open wound which goes through a recovery process just like any other minor skin injury.
This means the tiny cuts will ooze lymph, perhaps even some blood, and unless these secretions are cleaned off, they’ll dry into scabs which can affect the retention of pigment. This is one of the reasons the brows need to be cleaned.
Another reason is the fact that freshly microbladed brows are very susceptible to contamination and subsequent infection, which can make the healing complicated and potentially affect the results. All the dirt and sebum that catches on throughout the day needs to be removed.
But the removal needs to be as gentle as possible. This has to do with the choice of cleanser, but also with how the brows are washed:
- Always wash your hands first.
- Use lukewarm water and a small amount of cleanser.
- Start from the tails of the brows and use circular motions towards the heads of the brows.
- Use very, very light pressure.
- Rinse thoroughly but gently and dab dry with a clean cotton pad.
- Apply a small amount of the prescribed aftercare ointment.
Final Note
If you’re a client who’s thinking of getting microblading or has just had the procedure done, please note that the instructions your artist prescribes may be different from our suggestions.
You should always listen to your artist, as they get to assess your skin and your brows first-hand and may adapt the routine to your needs.
This product-focused resource supports PMU artists and professionals performing related aesthetic treatments in choosing and using appropriate tools and supplies.
