Yes, you can get Botox and microblading, but not on the same day. Get microblading first and wait at least 4 weeks before Botox so the pigment can heal and settle. Already had Botox? Wait at least 2–3 weeks before microblading. If you have Botox regularly, book microblading a few weeks after an injection, not while it’s wearing off.
People often pair Botox and microblading because both change how the brows look: one shapes them with pigment, the other can temporarily lift or soften the muscles around them. Brau is a brow studio, so this guide is written from that side: the scenarios, the waiting windows, and a simple calendar so you can plan both without guesswork. If you’re ready to start with the brows, microblading at Brau is the place to begin.
Understanding the Treatments: Muscle vs. Skin
That temporary shift in brow position is the reason why timing matters. Design the brows on a stable canvas, then let the injector work around a finished shape.
Botox or Microblading First? Brau's Answer
Microblading first is our recommendation. There are clear exceptions if you’ve already had Botox or you get it on a regular cycle.
Why We Recommend Microblading First
Brows are mapped on your natural, unfrozen brow position. That mapping decides the arch, the start points, and how the strokes sit on your face. Botox is temporary; microblading is semi-permanent. Putting the lasting design first means the injector can then work around a finished shape rather than the other way around. If the order is reversed and the Botox later wears off, the brows can sit differently from the face they were designed on. So if you’re planning both, start with the brows.
How Long to Wait After Microblading for Botox?
Wait at least 4 weeks after microblading before Botox.
In the first weeks, the brows move through normal healing stages: flaking around days 5–10, a patchier look around days 10–15, then colour settling through roughly days 15–30. Movement and pressure during that window can disturb how the pigment settles. One week is too soon. For a clearer picture of those stages, see how microblading heals, day by day.
Already Had Botox? How Long to Wait Before Microblading
If you’ve already had Botox, wait at least 2–3 weeks before microblading. Botox needs time to fully settle. Mapping too early means designing on brows that may still be shifting. Tell your brow artist the date and the areas that were injected.
There is an upside: once it has settled, the artist sees the “relaxed canvas” of the brows as you usually wear them.
If You Get Botox Regularly
Book microblading a few weeks after an injection, once it has settled — not in the weeks it is wearing off. Keep the same routine afterwards so the brows stay matched to the face they were designed on. If you plan to stop Botox, tell your artist so the shape suits your natural brow position rather than a temporarily lifted one.
Your Botox and Microblading Calendar
Count backwards from a wedding, Eid, or photoshoot so both treatments have room to settle before the day.
Does the Timing Change for Soft Brow, Ombre or Hybrid Brows?
The same waiting rules apply. Soft Brow (nano), Ombre (powder), and Hybrid brows all need to heal before Botox. The 4-week wait after the brow appointment still stands, and the 2–3 week wait after Botox still applies if you’ve already had injections.
The Risks of Improper Timing
Slight natural asymmetry is normal. Faces are not identical, and brows don’t need to be either.
What to Tell Your Brow Artist and Your Injector
Tell your brow artist:
- Date of your last Botox
- Areas treated (forehead, between the brows, brow lift)
- Whether it’s a regular routine
- Your next planned appointment
Tell your injector:
- Your microblading date
- Your perfecting-session date
- That the brows are still healing (if they are)
Tip: book both appointments at the same time so the gap is built into the plan from the start.
FAQ
Can I get Botox and microblading on the same day?
No, you shouldn’t get both Botox and microblading on the same day. Each needs its own healing window. Use the calendar above and space them out.
Does getting Botox affect the longevity of my microblading pigment?
Botox doesn’t change how long the pigment lasts. Skin type, sun exposure, and aftercare have a bigger influence.
Can I get Botox one week after microblading?
No. The brows are still flaking and settling. Wait at least 4 weeks.
Why shouldn't you get Botox right before microblading?
It’s fine to get Botox before, just not right before microblading. Botox needs time to settle so the artist maps the brows in their real position.
Can I have a microblading touch-up after Botox?
Yes, with the same 2–3 week gap after Botox. Mention your Botox date at the touch-up appointment.
Does Botox change the shape of microbladed brows?
The pigment stays where it was placed, but Botox can temporarily change how high the brows sit. When it wears off, the brows return to their usual position.
How long after powder or nano brows can I get Botox?
Same rule: at least 4 weeks. The timing does not change by technique.
Are You Ready to Perfect Your Brows?
Bring your Botox dates to a consultation and we’ll map a sequence that protects the healing and the final shape. You can visit us for microblading in Dubai or microblading in Abu Dhabi.
