Eyebrow microblading - before and after photos, reviews

Eyebrow microblading is a cosmetic procedure for creating beautiful eyebrows. Translated from English, microblading means “small blade,” which describes the technique. This procedure allows you to get beautiful eyebrows of the correct shape, but without clear lines, like with a tattoo.

Eyebrow microblading: what is it?

Photos of eyebrow microblading have been circulating on the Internet for a long time. Most likely, everyone saw the result, but did not know what the procedure was.

Many people confuse the concept with permanent makeup. But microblading tattoos differ in all respects:

Automation. Tattooing is done using a machine that paints an area of skin with pigment or draws fine lines. The second method looks unnatural, sometimes ridiculous. Microblading is performed by a master with his own hands, using a thin device. It creates small lines that mimic hairs. In this case, the main goal is to make the eyebrows resemble natural ones, repeating the individual characteristics of their growth. Hairs are usually drawn in three directions: the way they grow initially.
The difference is also in the depth of pigmentation. In tattooing, the dye is injected deeply, damaging many layers of the skin. In microblading, pigment is injected into the top layer. The result lasts less, but the recovery period is limited to 10 days. Unlike tattooing, in this case the skin takes up to a month to heal.
An expensive operation brings less pain than a classic tattoo. The reason is that the master does the drawing carefully and smoothly. You can control pain through requests.

The only similarity is the cost. You have to pay for quality, but the price is equal to the cost of a regular tattoo. There may be differences in individual beauty salons.

Where is it better to do it: in a salon, with a private master or on your own at home?

Since the procedure involves microscopic damage to the skin, it must be done under sterile conditions. Otherwise, there is a high risk of infection.

It is quite difficult to provide such conditions at home. In addition, in fact, a high-quality result can be obtained precisely with the use of high-quality preparations, paint and equipment. You can find these in a salon much more often than in a private master. Although, of course, there may be exceptions.

It’s better not to skimp on your health and get microblading done in a salon, paying a little more for it than for the services of a private master.

Techniques used

Microblading results look different for everyone. This depends on three factors:

The salon where microblading was performed. As elsewhere, a master can be caught unscrupulously. But there are very few of them in this area, because to get this skill you need to take a lot of courses and have a lot of experience.
Individual eyebrow shape and style. Everyone grows differently, which is why the results vary.
Technique. This point distinguishes between final effects.

6d microblading application technique:

Full painting. Another method is called shading. Here, every hair is not drawn, but the entire area is painted over with smooth transitions, creating the impression of painting with shadows. Eyebrows visually become thicker and darker. The advantage of this procedure is that it will always satisfy the customer. Masters working in this field know how to draw out an eyebrow in a high-quality manner, because it is much easier than drawing each hair on your own.
Drawing each hair. The difficulty with this method is that you need to choose the right shade so that the end result looks harmonious and matches your natural hair color. And its advantage is that you can add additional hairs not only to the eyebrow itself, but also beyond. With this you can change the shape: make a sharp bend, increase the length or width. The hairs are drawn in different directions, which distinguishes this technique from eyebrow hair tattooing.

Both techniques look impressive and natural. And their cost does not differ much, since in the first case more pigment is spent, and in the second, more skill of the master.

The essence of the procedure

Microblading, at its core, is the introduction of a special pigment. The technique is used in a medical (cosmetology) office and is performed exclusively by an experienced specialist.

It is prohibited to introduce pigment on your own, since without experience it can easily cause harm to health. The procedure can also be classified as a type of permanent (sustainable but temporary) makeup. The hairs on the eyebrows look natural, but receive a rich shade that is as close as possible to the natural color.

Carrying out the makeup technique involves using a special device in the form of a pen, at the end of which there is a module with a dye. Feature: the device contains from 3 to 100 needles, they differ in width, which ensures high quality of the procedure.

Preparing for microblading

Getting a good result depends not only on the master, but also on the person himself. It is necessary to follow the instructions to avoid possible unpleasant consequences.

Self-preparation is simple:

For two weeks before microblading, you cannot remove excess hairs using tweezers or wax strips, as the master will do this himself during the operation. Also, at this time, you should not dye your hair with strong dyes. Daily touching up with pencil or eye shadow is permitted.
For a week you cannot visit the solarium and bathhouse, or stay in the open rays of the sun for a long time; limit the entry of foreign bodies into the body: antibiotics, painkillers.
For 2-3 days, reduce the consumption of alcoholic drinks, as well as energy drinks.
You should not drink strong black tea or coffee 24 hours before. They affect changes in the diameter of blood vessels, which is why the result of the procedure may not be complete.

There is also no need to schedule microblading during menstruation or before going on vacation to warm countries. Since for a couple of days after it, it is not recommended to stay in the sun a lot, or swim in salty water sources.

If you are sick, reschedule eyebrow microblading to any other time, as an infection in the body can negatively affect the result. There are also two moral signs: the master will not be comfortable being in a room with a sick person; A long procedure will cause you a lot of harm and inconvenience.

How to do eyebrow microblading

Before deciding to undergo microblading, everyone is concerned about how it is done. There is nothing complicated about this.

You should do micropigmentation before the weekend so that you have the opportunity to be at home and protect your eyebrows from external irritants for the first few days.

On the day of eyebrow microblading there is no need to make other plans, as it takes a lot of time:

Conversation with the master, finding out the customer’s preferences: desired shape, length, thickness, arch of the eyebrow. Choosing the right technology. If there are imperfections and features of the skin in the eyebrow area, be sure to point them out so that he can either be careful with this place or be able to hide them with the help of pigment.
Examination of the eyebrows by a specialist, selection of the appropriate eyebrow shape according to the type of face, drawing of the contour. Then the approval of the form begins with the customer. Corrections are made upon request. Then the master removes excess hairs outside the contour. To do this, you had to not pluck your eyebrows for two weeks.
Using a cosmetic cream, excess fat is removed from the face to make the procedure easier.
Anesthesia is applied, and the area to be numbed is covered with cling film for greater effect. Many people use cream anesthesia, which is simply applied to the desired area. Or an injection is given - this is the most painful thing about microblading.
The anesthesia lasts up to 20 minutes. At this time, the master has time to select the required color of the dye, coordinating the choice with the customer, and creates a ready-made composition. This is done before the procedure so that the pigment performs its coloring function to the maximum. Blondes and those with red hair will want shades a couple of shades darker than their natural color to highlight their eyebrows. And for brunettes and brown-haired women, on the contrary, go a couple of shades lighter so that the face does not look too dark and aggressive.
The blade for microblading is individual, so the sealed packaging is opened in front of you. The master's work itself begins. It lasts 1 hour on each side, as the master does everything carefully, paying attention to the drawing of each hair and your well-being.

At the end of the work, the specialists take a photo of the microblading they did so that they can then control your appearance. This will also prevent any disputes about the result.

You are also given instructions that you must follow in order to maintain the result.

Advantages of the method

Each method has a number of advantages. Regarding microblading, the following can be noted:

the effect of “naturalness” is achieved by drawing each hair;
uniqueness of the design;
they use a special tool, at the end of which several needles of the thinnest diameter (one hundredth of a millimeter) are attached, fastened together in the form of a brush or spatula;
the specifics of pigment introduction are regulated by the master;

Possible difficulties must be taken into account

swelling is less pronounced;
short healing period;
preservation of color for a long period.

Thanks to the features described above, the result of the manual method is valued above the hardware one. The lines are smoother and clearer, there is less swelling. The ability to introduce pigment to a certain depth allows for a more even color.

Important ! The pain is less pronounced than with hardware tattooing. Therefore, microblading is preferred by patients with sensitive skin.

The procedure is loved by those with sensitive skin.

Contraindications

There are a number of reasons why you should avoid microblading for a while, or permanently. If you violate them, you can harm your health, and the effect will not last long. It is not recommended to do the procedure:

During menstruation. At a minimum, abstain on peak days.
For temporary skin imperfections in the eyebrow area.
If you are allergic to pigment. You can do a test for this at the cosmetology clinic where you are going to do microblading.
During infectious diseases with elevated temperature.
If foreign bodies are found in the blood before they are removed from the body.

Each point can go away over time, so you won’t have to refrain from the procedure for long. You can check the detailed list in cosmetology.

Photo of healing

Since microblading is a procedure that involves the use of tools and materials that injure the skin (needles, pigments), it will take some time for the “pattern” to heal before it looks like this:

However, the appearance of tattooed eyebrows changes over time.

The microblading procedure cannot be called absolutely permanent.

Over time, the shade becomes noticeably lighter.

Therefore, adjustments are required over time to consolidate the result.

Advantages and disadvantages

Before deciding to get micropigmentation, everyone will know the pros and cons of eyebrow microblading. Despite the fact that this procedure is much better than tattooing, it also has disadvantages:

High price. Its price is the same as tattooing, but tattooing is done once in a lifetime, so the cost of maintaining eyebrows in shape using this method increases sharply.
Not all masters can do the job, since it takes a long time to learn this skill. Because of this, the number of good specialists is small.
The effect lasts only for a couple of years. But this is also a plus, since you can change the shape and shade of your hair throughout your life.
During the recovery period (10 days), the result cannot be seen; clear eyebrows appear later.

But microblading has many more advantages:

The master's work lasts 2 hours, which is a short period of time for drawing eyebrows for a couple of years in advance.
Micropigmentation is painless.
The dye is not injected deeply, so the skin recovery period takes up to 10 days.
Saving time, money, nerves on drawing eyebrows every morning in the future.
The pigment has a good composition, so allergic reactions to it usually do not occur.
You can purchase the service at any age.

If you compare the pros and cons, you can quickly decide and be confident in your decision.

Possible consequences

Mini-incisions are the same as eyebrow microblading. If you believe the published reviews, then this procedure is presented as painless. But the skin is cut with a blade, then pigment is injected into the wounds. The process is accompanied by bleeding and microscars. So it cannot be said that microblading is painless.
No promised naturalness! The most powerful argument is the naturalness of the result obtained. The successful outcome of the case can be judged only after 4 weeks, after the damaged areas have completely healed. And not immediately after the procedure, which is usually shown to clients. As the incisions heal, microscars appear. They are visible in good lighting. The lines thicken and sometimes blur. It also happens that the applied strokes acquire a gray tint. You can make a correction, but there is a risk of only making the situation worse.
Pigment dye injected under the skin remains there for some time. But it can also fade. This process is individual and depends on many factors. They influence:

peeling,
smoking,
hormonal imbalance,
taking certain medications,
sun rays and many other factors.

If the pigment is introduced superficially , it will leave the skin within 1 month.

Care after microblading

To maintain the effect for a long time and save money, you must follow the instructions and advice of the specialist who did your microblading.

The master's testimony usually consists of the following points:

On the first day, take care of the damaged area: do not touch it with your hands (especially not washed), do not paint them with any cosmetics.
From the first to the seventh day, it is not recommended to wet your eyebrows or be in direct sunlight without protection (you can wear wide-brimmed hats or wide sunglasses).
During the recovery period, avoid sudden changes in temperature and do not visit the bathhouse.
Apply ointments to quickly heal the skin after a few days. The master will tell you the name of the ointment.
In a couple of days, a crust will appear on the eyebrows, which is strictly prohibited from being peeled off. It should fall off on its own, after which you will be able to see the result.
Don't put any strain on your body for the first week to prevent sweat from forming on your face.

Don't worry about your eyebrow color after leaving cosmetology. Firstly, the cosmetologist could deliberately make it a little darker so that the result lasts longer. And secondly, after the first wash, the color will become paler.

Use of cosmetic Vaseline

Let's take a closer look at how to care for your eyebrows after the intervention.

The procedure ends with the application of a tissue regeneration agent, which it is advisable not to remove for three hours.

In order to remove the remaining cream, just wash your face carefully with warm water using foam, gel or baby soap. To avoid irritating the manipulation area, do not wipe your eyebrows with a cloth or cotton pads. It is better to use paper napkins, carefully blotting off excess moisture.

You need to wash yourself very carefully after the procedure.

One way to care is to use cosmetic Vaseline. After washing, it is applied in a thin layer and left for three hours.

Important ! During the first day after the micropigmentation session, the procedure for applying Vaseline is repeated at least three times. The effect is manifested in a decrease in swelling and pain.

The second day begins with washing using a traditional product. This removes any remaining unabsorbed Vaseline. After wetting the eyebrows using the method described above, apply cosmetic Vaseline. The manipulation is repeated until the wounds are free of crusts. On average it takes from 7 to 9 days.

You need to use cosmetic Vaseline

If you maintain a routine of daily activity, it is worth carrying Vaseline with you. When you feel tightness and increased dryness during the day, apply a thin layer of the product. Under the protection of Vaseline, the wound heals in more comfortable conditions. Fewer shorts are formed and they fall off easily. After healing, as already mentioned, the color of the pigment will become lighter.

Important ! After this, you can stop using Vaseline and proceed to using regular care products. And 14 days after the manipulation, the desired color will be restored.

If you have a high level of activity, you may need to use Vaseline frequently.

Using the product "Bepanten"

Let's consider another scheme for eyebrow care after manual tattooing. This time we will turn to the use of the healing agent “Bepanten”.

The healing process of the incisions made by the master’s hand occurs gradually and goes through certain stages. During the first two days, the wounds may ooze a reddish-yellowish fluid. This is how the body protects the wound from infection. To speed up the process of skin restoration and the formation of more delicate scars, you can treat the area with chlorhexidine. This is also useful because it prevents pigment from being absorbed from the skin during healing.

You may need to use Bepanten

By the third day after proper care, eyebrows stand out brightly against the background of the skin. The next phase begins - peeling. It is not recommended to “rush” the process by mechanically removing peeling fragments. On the contrary, this area needs to be moisturized with additional products. This is where Bepanthen cream comes in handy. Just like cosmetic Vaseline, it is convenient to carry with you and apply to the eyebrow area if you feel dry or tight.

Important ! A mask made from a decoction of chamomile or mint with the addition of linseed oil will complement the care. The resulting product promotes anti-inflammatory effects, gentle hydration and healing.

When the intervention area turns pink, it means that skin restoration has begun. The pallor of the pigment during this period should not be embarrassing, because the color will soon be restored to the desired result.

Pinkish skin is a sign of skin restoration

How long does the result last?

A common question asked by those wishing to undergo the procedure is how long does microblading last? It’s impossible to say the exact answer, because everything is individual. This is influenced by three factors:

Pigment color. If it was dark, the effect will last a little longer. To do this, cosmetologists sometimes deliberately make it a couple of tones darker.
Oily skin. Oily skin does not accept micropigmentation well, so the result will disappear faster. On dry or normal skin, the results are likely to last for a long time.
Care. This is the human factor. If you follow all the beautician's instructions, you will have to spend money on a repeat microblading procedure later.

The shelf life of the result under normal conditions is up to 2 years. With careful care you can increase this time.

A little coloring

The choice of pigment tone is important for obvious reasons. The specialist will focus on half a tone darker than desired. This happens because during the healing process the skin absorbs from 20 to 50% of the pigment. This figure increases with hardware tattooing techniques. The fact that the color gradually “blurs out” is also taken into account.

Obviously, the choice of pigment tone is an important point

Reviews

Marina, 29 years old:

My eyebrows have always been light, and I ruined the shape myself. I went for coloring and correction, bought all the eyebrow products. Beautiful eyebrows transform your face, that's for sure! Every day eyebrow artists signed up for me, but I didn’t like their work, and I continued to draw my eyebrows. One day, purely by chance, I came across a master with good work, signed up, and began to follow her skills. Only after making sure that I trusted her did I sign up. I was pleasantly surprised by the results of eyebrow microblading.

Margarita, 33 years old:

Having carefully chosen “my” artist, I decided to undergo eyebrow microblading. The procedure is considered painless, but my master still advised me to apply an anesthetic cream, since everyone’s pain threshold is different and depending on the girl’s cycle, the pain may be different. The shadow technique of manual eyebrow micropigmentation is performed using a pen-like instrument. This instrument has disposable and sterile needle attachments, which your master should show you before the procedure. The procedure lasts about an hour (this hour does not include the time for drawing a sketch of the eyebrow shape and applying anesthetic cream). I won’t say that the procedure is completely painless, let’s say it’s noticeable, but tolerable. And this is taking into account the fact that the master applied anesthetic cream to me before the procedure. There is no swelling after the procedure is completed. Only redness of the skin is observed, and only in those with sensitive skin. In most cases, after the shadow microblading procedure, eyebrows look like they have just been dyed. I had redness for about 12 hours.

Preparatory activities

Before carrying out the tinting process, it is important to properly prepare the eyebrows and the area around them. The action plan includes:

Refusal to take medications that thin the blood 5-7 days before the procedure (if you have a disease, then only with the permission of a doctor);
Avoid alcohol the day before coloring;
7-10 days in advance, refuse eyebrow correction in any way;
Eliminate hair plucking for a week.

For your information. Additionally, the use of peeling or scrubbing agents the day before the procedure is not recommended, as particles can injure the skin.