The Benefits of Semi-Permanent Makeup

Have you ever considered getting semi-permanent makeup? Maybe you’ve heard the horror stories of friends who got their eyebrows tattooed and were reluctant to try it yourself. Well, advancements in technology have come a long way since the old days of dark tattooed on eyebrows.

The newest techniques use very thin needles and create fine, hair-like strokes to fill in sparse brows, shape, and define the arch.  Three techniques that use these very thin strokes are “Hair Stroke Brows”., “Powder Brows”, and “Combination Brows” You may be recommended one of these to correct your current brow problems.

How are Powder Brows and Hair Stroke Brows Different from Microblading?

Microblading is an eyebrow tattoo method that has become very popular in the past few years, with celebrities like Cara Delevigne whose amazing natural-looking eyebrows are their signature look.  Microblading is similar to the old style of eyebrow tattooing, while powder brows deposits the pigment in the epidermis of the skin resulting in a powder-soft, blended look. The result is more natural-looking and less painful because the needle does not go as deep into the skin.

What is the procedure?

Powder brows, also known as micro-shading, use a delicate technique of drawing tiny dots and dashes in the targeted area. The technique shades the color into the brows instead of making tiny scratches like microblading. The result is fuller, more natural-looking brows.

The result is a very natural looking, perfectly shaded eyebrow. The pigment stays in the skin for up to 3 years and fades over time with sun exposure, so it’s recommended that clients get their brows touched up every 1-2 years, depending on how well they have healed and how oily their skin is. If you have oily skin, this will be a better option for you than microblading.

Top Benefits of Semi-Permanent Makeup

Powder Brows are a great choice for those who want a very natural look, those who want to add definition and fullness to the brows but aren’t looking for a solid filled in color.

No More Drawing on Your Brows

A major benefit of this treatment is that you get more time in your morning routine for other things! If you have struggled to achieve the perfect “Instagram brow”, then worry no more. You can retire your brow kit and never have to draw them on again.

Natural-looking Results

One of the best things about powder brows is that it looks natural. It mimics the look of real hair and allows you to customize your shape and fill in any sparse areas. Your technician can help you choose a shade that matches your hair color and skin tone, so it doesn’t look like a drawn-on brow.

The Effects Last 1 – 3 Years

With semi-permanent makeup, you may need a touch up at first, and then it will fade after a certain period of time (between 1 – 3 years). At that time, you can decide if you want to get it touched up, or go back to what you were doing before if you choose not to keep doing it.  The pigments in the ink break down in the body over time and fade out, but may not completely disappear.  This is actually one of the biggest benefits, because it allows you to change your mind if you get tired of the same look after a while.

Less Painful Than Tattooing

It’s true that there is a little pain involved, but not as much as tattooing! The pain level differs from person to person, but most people say it doesn’t hurt as much since the technique is different than microblading.

If you’ve ever had your eyebrows plucked or threaded, you’re probably used to a little pain, and this is something that you only have to endure once every couple of years. Unlike the previous permanent makeup look, you won’t end up with the heavy eyebrow look of the 90s, and can change the shape and arch of your brow every couple of years as your facial features change. It’s not something so painful that you wouldn’t consider having it done again.

Easy Maintenance

Aftercare for eyebrow tattoo requires nothing more than keeping the area clean and dry. It takes between 7 and 14 days for the skin to heal and the ink to completely settle into the skin. Avoid wetting the eyebrow area and do not wear makeup for at least a week after the procedure.

Have you ever considered getting semi-permanent makeup? Maybe you’ve heard the horror stories of friends who got their eyebrows tattooed and were reluctant to try it yourself. Well, advancements in technology have come a long way since the old days of dark tattooed on eyebrows.

The newest techniques use very thin needles and create fine, hair-like strokes to fill in sparse brows, shape, and define the arch.  Three techniques that use these very thin strokes are “Hair Stroke Brows”., “Powder Brows”, and “Combination Brows” You may be recommended one of these to correct your current brow problems.

How are Powder Brows and Hair Stroke Brows Different from Microblading?

Microblading is an eyebrow tattoo method that has become very popular in the past few years, with celebrities like Cara Delevigne whose amazing natural-looking eyebrows are their signature look.  Microblading is similar to the old style of eyebrow tattooing, while powder brows deposits the pigment in the epidermis of the skin resulting in a powder-soft, blended look. The result is more natural-looking and less painful because the needle does not go as deep into the skin.

What is the procedure?

Powder brows, also known as micro-shading, use a delicate technique of drawing tiny dots and dashes in the targeted area. The technique shades the color into the brows instead of making tiny scratches like microblading. The result is fuller, more natural-looking brows.

The result is a very natural looking, perfectly shaded eyebrow. The pigment stays in the skin for up to 3 years and fades over time with sun exposure, so it’s recommended that clients get their brows touched up every 1-2 years, depending on how well they have healed and how oily their skin is. If you have oily skin, this will be a better option for you than microblading.

Top Benefits of Semi-Permanent Makeup

Powder Brows are a great choice for those who want a very natural look, those who want to add definition and fullness to the brows but aren’t looking for a solid filled in color.

No More Drawing on Your Brows

A major benefit of this treatment is that you get more time in your morning routine for other things! If you have struggled to achieve the perfect “Instagram brow”, then worry no more. You can retire your brow kit and never have to draw them on again.

Natural-looking Results

One of the best things about powder brows is that it looks natural. It mimics the look of real hair and allows you to customize your shape and fill in any sparse areas. Your technician can help you choose a shade that matches your hair color and skin tone, so it doesn’t look like a drawn-on brow.

The Effects Last 1 – 3 Years

With semi-permanent makeup, you may need a touch up at first, and then it will fade after a certain period of time (between 1 – 3 years). At that time, you can decide if you want to get it touched up, or go back to what you were doing before if you choose not to keep doing it.  The pigments in the ink break down in the body over time and fade out, but may not completely disappear.  This is actually one of the biggest benefits, because it allows you to change your mind if you get tired of the same look after a while.

Less Painful Than Tattooing

It’s true that there is a little pain involved, but not as much as tattooing! The pain level differs from person to person, but most people say it doesn’t hurt as much since the technique is different than microblading.

If you’ve ever had your eyebrows plucked or threaded, you’re probably used to a little pain, and this is something that you only have to endure once every couple of years. Unlike the previous permanent makeup look, you won’t end up with the heavy eyebrow look of the 90s, and can change the shape and arch of your brow every couple of years as your facial features change. It’s not something so painful that you wouldn’t consider having it done again.

Easy Maintenance

Aftercare for eyebrow tattoo requires nothing more than keeping the area clean and dry. It takes between 7 and 14 days for the skin to heal and the ink to completely settle into the skin. Avoid wetting the eyebrow area and do not wear makeup for at least a week after the procedure.