The eyebrow is one of the parts of the body that women are most concerned about. There is a historical and social reason for this, but it is also common in many cultures for women to want the area near their eyes to be as beautiful as possible, since it practically frames the gaze. It’s for this reason that today we see so many clinics, eyebrow spas, and specialized venues exclusively dedicated to performing cosmetic procedures and treatments on women’s eyebrows, such as eyebrow micropigmentation. Treatments to promote growth and eyebrow shaping techniques are common nowadays and can be done by any type of woman, but is eyebrow micropigmentation during pregnancy recommended?
Care During Pregnancy
During pregnancy, women usually need to take certain precautions with their skin1 due to constant hormonal changes that occur in their bodies, resulting in many external changes as well. For this, there are already several products and specific treatments for pregnant women, but there are also contraindications for some procedures, such as eyebrow micropigmentation.
How the Eyebrow Micropigmentation Treatment is Done
It is a process very similar to getting a tattoo, as it also involves needles and inks2. Eyebrow micropigmentation fills the empty spaces between women’s eyebrow hairs, allowing them to enhance or shape their eyebrows with these “artificial hairs.” It is a common type of treatment, but it requires certain care and therefore many questions arise, especially regarding eyebrow micropigmentation during pregnancy.
Is Eyebrow Micropigmentation Allowed During Pregnancy?
The general recommendation from doctors is that women should not undergo this type of eyebrow micropigmentation treatment during pregnancy or similar cosmetic procedures during this stage. There are several reasons for this, but the main one is the risk it poses to both the mother’s and the baby’s health. The issue is that micropigmentation uses needles and, like tattoos, the inks used in this process may contain lead, which can be harmful to the health of the mother and baby. Additionally, there is a risk of contamination with diseases such as HIV and hepatitis B and C viruses. We must also consider that pregnant women’s immunity is reduced, which increases the risk of all types of infections, both because of slow healing and increased skin sensitivity.
Other Risks for Pregnant Women
There are also cosmetic reasons why a woman should not undergo eyebrow micropigmentation during pregnancy. The first is that a woman’s skin becomes more sensitive during this time, which can cause anything from allergies to intense redness, and may result in the chosen eyebrow color changing and not looking as desired. Furthermore, the healing process for pregnant women is different, also due to lower immunity3, which can result in the skin becoming heavily marked and a poor treatment outcome.
Alternatives to Eyebrow Micropigmentation During Pregnancy
It is undeniable that eyebrow micropigmentation treatments during pregnancy are harmful to both mother and baby, but there are alternatives so that women can feel good about their body and brows without taking risks. Makeup is the most commonly used and least harmful alternative when a woman wants to enhance her eyebrows during pregnancy. A good beauty professional will know exactly what to do to achieve results very similar to eyebrow micropigmentation, but without harming any aspect of the woman’s health. Of course, the effects won’t be as long-lasting as other types of treatment, but it is still an excellent and worthwhile alternative.
Important: We are talking about conventional makeup, and not the so-called “permanent makeup,” which is also not recommended for pregnant women, as it also contains substances harmful to both the mother and baby.
As we have seen, there are various types of cosmetic treatments that can be performed on eyebrows and that do not harm pregnant women in any way. And even though it is a procedure that many consider beautiful and effective, eyebrow micropigmentation during pregnancy is something that can cause a lot of harm and consequences for both mother and baby. For this reason, it is recommended to consider alternatives or even wait until after pregnancy to undergo the treatment without causing further harm to the baby. Always remember to check the postpartum contraindications that could interfere with things like breastfeeding, for example. Aesthetic care is important, but your health and your baby’s well-being must always come first. Also see: Can Pregnant Women Dye Their Hair? Find Out What to Use During Pregnancy Photo: Creative Commons
