Microblading is one of many phenomenons in the beauty world. It is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a small handheld tool to fill in thin eyebrows by adopting a tattoo technique. The aim is to create brows that complement the face shape of the client.
It can take a couple of hours to complete the initial procedure, and as it is only semi-permanent, touch-ups will be required to maintain the defined look of the brows.
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What are the risks associated with microblading?
As the procedure involves breaking the skin with the needle to make tiny cuts along your brow line, unfortunately, it can sometimes go wrong. For example, you may suffer from an injury, infection, scarring or an adverse reaction to the products used. Remember scabbing on the eyebrow is a normal reaction to microblading.
The needles that are used are going to penetrate a few layers of skin and although the cuts that they make are not going to be deep, the equipment must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after each use.
If they are not properly cleaned, there is a risk of bacteria spreading and causing an infection. Some people may be left with permanent scarring or deformities as a result of the process.
For example, these may be scars caused by the needle or scarring that is caused during the removal process. If the technique is done correctly, you should not be left with permanent scars.
Should you be severely injured as a result of microblading you may be wondering whether you can sue the salon that you visited and the technician who carried out the procedure.
Alternatively, if the tool that was used was defective you may want to file a claim against the company that was responsible for making it.
Whilst it is possible to hold these parties accountable if you have endured a physical injury as a result of the procedure, there are four elements that you will need to establish as part of your claim.
First, you must be able to show that the salon owed you a duty of care. As they are the ones that are going to be conducting the procedure they are responsible for discussing any potential risks involved with it. They must also work in a way that does not expose you to any harm.
Secondly, you must be able to prove that they breached their duty of care towards you due to negligence. For example, they may have used the incorrect equipment during the procedure.
The next factor relates to a breach of care. Did you suffer an injury as a result of their negligence? Whilst they may have breached their duty of care towards you, you must be able to show that you were injured because of this.
Finally, you must be able to show proof of damages. Aside from suffering an injury, you will have experienced pain. If you were severely injured this may have affected your working life so you may have lost wages as a result. You will also need to provide proof of any medical expenses.
What evidence do you need to provide when making a microblading claim?
There are certain steps that you will need to take and evidence that you will need to provide before making your microblading claim. First, you should contact the salon that you visited for your procedure and ask them to record details of your injuries.
Aside from this, it is also recommended that you photograph your injuries as this will then provide visual proof regarding the severity of the issue to those that are going to be assessing the validity of your claim.
If you have had to visit a medical center or hospital to receive treatment for the injuries that you have suffered from, you should keep a file of these as they will detail all of the expenses that you have incurred as a result of their negligence.
Linked to this, you should also make sure that you keep hold of any medical reports that contain information regarding your injuries. The more evidence that you can compile, the stronger your case is going to be.
Can you sue for a bad microblading technique?
If you have complaints regarding the microblading technique, you may be questioning whether you are entitled to make a claim. For example, the shape may be slightly off, or the sizes may differ leaving your brows looking rather uneven.
As a result, you may feel a little insecure about other people’s opinions on your appearance. However, you are not eligible for claiming if you have not suffered any injuries during the process of getting your eyebrows microblading.
If the technique of the beautician was bad and you suffered an injury as a result of this, you will be able to make a claim, so long as you can prove each of the factors mentioned above.
How to make a microblading claim
To see whether you can claim against the salon or the person who carried out the procedure, you should visit a personal injury attorney. After assessing your case and any evidence of a physical injury that you have provided them with, they will be able to determine whether you qualify for a claim.
The amount of compensation that you receive will vary depending on the severity of your claim and the injuries that you suffered from.
Final Thoughts
Whilst it is possible to make a claim and sue the salon, technician, or manufacturer of the equipment for your bad microblading, it can only be done if certain criteria are met.
Remember that you will not be able to sue them or file a claim for compensation if you are solely dissatisfied with your appearance and the way that your eyebrows look, instead, you must be able to provide proof that you have suffered some sort of physical injury as a result of having the procedure.
A professional will be able to provide you with guidance regarding the strength of your claim.
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