Microblading is a procedure that is classified as permanent make-up, but unlike traditional cosmetic tattoos, it is less invasive and is considered semi-permanent. It is not as deep as a normal tattoo. Unlike normal tattoos, microblading mimics natural hair on the eyebrows by implanting pigmentation into the first layer of the skin called the Epidermis. This hair stroke can be made with either a hand-held device or a blade tool made of a tiny blades. When Microblading is done right it can create a fuller, more natural and more realistic looking eyebrows.
BOOK NOWEyebrow microblading goes by a few different names like, microstroking, micropigmentation, ombre brows, powderbrows, and 3D eyebrows.
No matter the name, the procedure of microblading eyebrows is relatively new here, but it has been popular in parts of Asia and Europe for roughly 25 years.
Microblading eyebrows continues to grow in popularity in the United States, and even though it looks like the party might have arrived a little late here, it’s actually a good thing as it has allowed the techniques to improve since its origin.
shop nowA microblade tool looks similar to an exacto knife, but instead of there being one big blade, there is a series of micro needles. The microblade is dipped into a selected color of pigment and then used to make a fine cut, or microstroke, in the skin.
This process results in the pigment being implanted into the skin, which is known as micropigmentation. With the proper technique, microbladed eyebrow results look beautiful and completely natural.
The best possible healed results require strict adherence to the microblading aftercare instructions, and understanding the microblading healing process.
BOOK NOWThe procedure sounds a lot like a tattoo, because that’s exactly what it is. More specifically, microblading is a semi-permanent eyebrow tattoo.
However, microbladed eyebrows are nothing like grandma’s permanent tattooed eyebrows that sort of look like they were drawn on using a sharpie, and then fade into unnatural shades of blue and pink over time. We’re definitely not talking about grandma’s eyebrows.
There are two major differences that make microblading more natural looking compared to the results permanent cosmetics are known for. Check out our Microblading Before and After page.
First, the type of pigment used for microblading has an iron oxide base. Iron oxide has been a popular ingredient in cosmetics like foundation, blush, lipstick, and eye shadow for decades. An iron oxide base allows the color to softly fade over time and ultimately vanish, unlike the inks used in permanent cosmetic tattoos.
Second, the pigment used for microblading isn’t implanted into the skin as deeply compared to the depth used for permanent cosmetic procedures. The proper depth for the color to be implanted during the microblading procedure is the upper layer of the dermis. If the microstroke doesn’t go deep enough, the color retention will be poor, and if it’s too deep, it causes scarring and the healed strokes look blurry instead of fine and crisp.
The pigment being implanted to the correct depth, combined with its iron oxide base is what gives microblading results the appearance of natural looking eyebrows. The semi permanent qualities of the microblading pigment prevent it from fading into unnatural shades that are so common with permanent cosmetics.
Not only do microblading results look amazingly natural, but they also require no daily upkeep, so kiss the daily eyebrow routine goodbye.
There won’t be any love lost when saying, “see ya later” to the daily eyebrow routine. Although microbladed brows won’t require daily maintenance, because the results are semi-permanent, they typically last somewhere between one to three years depending on skin type and lifestyle.
We recommend a touch up 12-18 months later to keep the color looking vibrant, and the microblade strokes looking crisp.
Semi-permanent eyebrows are actually one of the benefits of microblading, considering how skin changes with age, and eyebrow trends can differ with time. The eyebrow shape and color can be adapted to fit changes in skin and eyebrow trends, and there is never any worry about having a permanent faded color like grandma.