Am I at risk of an allergic reaction to microblading dye (iron oxide) If I've had an allergic reaction from hair dye?

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Am I more at risk for allergic reaction to microblading dye (iron oxide) for eyebrows If I have had an allergic reaction to hair color in the past?

Sara Salas, MD · Answer

Microblading dyes usually do not have iron oxides in them. You should be fine. Ask the professional what dyes they use and the chemical make up of their dyes for your confort.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Microblading dyes don't have to contain iron as the pigments can be all organic as we use in our practice

Am I at risk of an allergic reaction to microblading dye (iron oxide) If I've had an allergic reaction from hair dye?

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