What Is Microblading?
Although microblading is one of the hottest beauty trends of today, it has really only become mainstream in the last few years. We've noticed various celebrities like Katy Piper and Chloe Sims talking about their experiences with microblading, and really bringing it to the forefront of the beauty and media industries. While people have been using permanent makeup and cosmetic tattooing to enhance their appearance for decades, any new beauty trend is bound to bring up questions.
So since microblading is such a new topic of discussion, many clients still have TONS of questions about the process. We've heard it referred to as microblading, microfeathering and micropigmentation, but these words are not as interchangeable as one might think. So in today's post we want to address a few questions and common misconceptions about microblading!
Here are a few of our most frequent microblading Q&A's.
Nicola Conwill-Brittain
Today I had the pleasure of having my eyebrows tattooed by Andrea. And I LOVE them. Andrea was lovely and put me at ease. Clearly having something semi-permanently put on your face can be a bit nerve wracking, but she explained what would happen, drew a template on first, made sure I was happy with the shape and colour and off we went for the hair stroke brows. It wasn't even painful. Infact by the end I found it relaxing. I can't wait to go back for my top up appointment, not to mention not having to draw in my brows anymore!
Thank you so much Andrea. You have changed my life x
Louise Gillott
Literally just had my brows done by Andrea and I love them! Andrea is a true professional and an extremely clever lady at what she does. I would have no hesitations in recommending her to anyone. Looking forward to having my top-up done and my lips!!! Thanks Andrea xxx
Kerry Sheppard
I visited Andrea today to have my eyebrows done. Seriously, I can't fault her work. She is a true professional & very talented. I felt comfortable throughout the treatment, & I am so looking forward to ditching my eyebrow pencil!! Thank you, Andrea x
What is microblading exactly and how is it different than permanent makeup?
Permanent Makeup is a form of cosmetic tattooing, also known as micropigmentation. It has been around since atleast the 20th century, but maybe even longer. There’s even evidence that Queen Cleopatra of ancient Egypt had cosmetic tattooing! It is a cosmetic technique where pigment is inserted into the skin to resemble makeup. It is typically achieved using a machine or manual hand tool to create permanent enhancements to the eyebrows, eyes, lips, and body.
Microblading is a technique of cosmetic tattooing performed specifically on the eyebrows. Like earlier methods of cosmetic tattooing, it is done by manually depositing pigment into the second layer of the skin (dermis). But what makes it truly unique is the hand tool used. The unique formation of needles allows the artist to create the look of real eyebrow hairs by tattooing very fine hair-like strokes in the skin.
Do you have to shave off your eyebrows to get it done?
No! Microblading is done to enhance what you already have to make the eyebrows look as natural as possible. Microblading is a great solution for people who have over-plucked their eyebrows, or who have naturally very thin/light eyebrows and want to accentuate the look of eyebrows on their face. It is not necessary, nor recommended for a client to get rid of any natural hair he or she may already have.
Does Microblading Scar?
No. Microblading itself will not cause scarring. What can cause scarring after a microblading procedure is picking at the healing skin. This is why it is extremely important to make sure your client knows to NOT pick at any scabs or flaking skin after they have had a microblading procedure. Picking could result in the loss of pigment as well as scarring.
How Much Does Microblading Cost?
Having a microblading procedure can be quite costly. A procedure can cost anywhere from £200 - £800, depending on the skill/experience of the artist, where you are located, and on the demand for this procedure in your location.
Rebecca Clare
Today I had my eyebrows done. I've been having them done for a few years now but after following Andrea for quite some time I decided to try her, and I was not disappointed. First of all, she is absolutely lovely. So down to earth and funny and made me feel completely at ease. I took her advice on colour and shape and I'm so happy with the result. Her salon is clean and professional too. Looking forward to my top up. Thank you xx
Andrea Kadar
I had my eyebrows tattooed a couple of days ago, and i love them a lot! Very happy with my treatment, very welcoming people. Andrea was lovely!
Kariss D'Miles
I'm so so pleased with my Ombré Brows done by Andrea today! What an absolute pleasure it was to have them done by such a lovely woman! They were done with such precision and no pain whatsoever. Thank you so much!
What Can I Expect After a Microblading Procedure?
The healing process after a microblading procedure varies from client to client based on many factors. This could include, but is not limited to: the artist's technique, pigments used, aftercare instructions, whether or not shading was done, as well as just overall how someone's body and skin reacts to the procedure. Some of the most common things clients can expect after a microblading procedure are:
- Tenderness in the area
- Pink or redness around the affected area
- Swelling
- Thickening and darkening of the area
- Moderate to thick scabbing 3-4 days after the procedure
- Scabs will begin to flake off between days 5 - 10
- After scabs flake off, pigment color and strokes will look light, grey, and blurry
- After area is fully healed (4 weeks after procedure) the pigment will return to full color
How Long Does Microblading Last?
It really depends on the client and the health of their skin, but microblading procedures should last anywhere from 1 to 2 years. Microblading is not supposed to last forever and will require touch-ups when the pigment begins to fade.
Microblading is a form of semi-permanent makeup and is subject to fading over time due to exfoliation, sun exposure and skincare products that may increase exfoliation of the skin. Microblading should last anywhere from 1 year to 3 years before requiring a touch-up.
Kariss D'Miles
I'm so so pleased with my Ombré Brows done by Andrea today! What an absolute pleasure it was to have them done by such a lovely woman! They were done with such precision and no pain whatsoever. Thank you so much!
Fran Conway
Andrea is amazing! A complete perfectionist and just great at what she does. The salon is spotlessly clean and has free parking outside. So happy with my brows. I would highly recommend.
How Long Does Microblading Take to Heal?
Just like a typical skin wound, microblading takes about 10 - 14 days to heal before it can get completely wet without disturbing the skin or the healing process. This includes heavy exercise and sweating, showering, and face down swimming. The area will be fully healed 30 days after the procedure was done.
Does Microblading Hurt?
Because you are numbed prior to the procedure, the level of pain experienced can be minimized, but in all honesty, there is definitely some discomfort involved. The best way to describe the discomfort felt during a microblading procedure would be similar to that of a continuous cat scratch.
The skin near the front of your eyebrow is thicker, so this will likely be a lot less painful than the tail of your eyebrow. The tail of your eyebrow sits very close to the temple, where the skin is very thin. The thinner the skin, the more likely you will experience a higher level of discomfort. That being said, everyone's skin and pain threshold is different, but during the procedure, there shouldn't be a point where the pain becomes unbearable.
Demi Louise
Thank you, Andrea, for transforming my eyebrows! I absolutely love them! I would recommend Andrea to anyone. She is fantastic! If you're considering having your eyebrows (or eyeliner or lips) done, then you should definitely go to Andrea!
Jayne Sheehan
Great results with my eyebrows so I can't recommend Andrea enough. She's very professional and makes you feel at ease.
I have now made an appointment for the lash enhancement and lip make up.
Who Should Get Microblading Done?
Many factors decipher whether or not a person is a good candidate for microblading. The most crucial deciding factors depend on the client's skin condition and health. If they have any pre-existing health conditions or are on any medications, it may be best for the client to wait for a microblading procedure.
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