The microblading procedure is gaining more and more popularity in the beauty industry. Unlike regular tattooing, microblading has a lot of advantages and a minimum number of contraindications. With the right choice of specialist and selection of quality materials, more than one skin can stick to the skin. After this, you should visit the specialist again to correct the existing result.
But the durability of the procedure depends not only on professionalism and the dye; care immediately after application also plays a role.
The essence of microblading
The procedure has a self-explanatory name – literally translated from English it sounds like “microblade”. It is with this that the master manually makes microscopic cuts and fills them with pigment. The shade is selected depending on the client’s hair color:
- brownish-gray tones will suit blond people;
- red - brown and copper;
- for brunettes - anthracite, dark chocolate.
The pigment is taken a couple of tones darker than natural, since it brightens during the healing process and is susceptible to fading.
When working, the master uses a special handle-handle with an end in the form of a row of tightly welded manual needles. Each notch is made by hand. Their depth varies from 0.2–0.4 mm, and their width is approximately 0.18 mm.
Recommendations and contraindications
Experts advise undergoing a cosmetic procedure if the hairs in the eyebrow area are completely or partially absent (due to burns, scars, radiation). Micropigmentation is also suitable for people with sparse, asymmetrical eyebrows. Technology also helps to visually increase their width. But not everyone is allowed microblading. It is contraindicated for:
- impaired glucose tolerance and diabetes mellitus;
- problems with blood clotting;
- acute stage of oncology and during the year of remission;
- colds;
- blood-borne diseases such as HIV;
- serious skin ailments, the presence of wounds and pimples in the area near the eyebrows.
A professional will refuse the procedure to an expectant or nursing mother, and will also recommend waiting out the “critical days.”
Correction, duration of results and care
Correction will be required 1.5 - 2 months after the initial procedure. If immediately after the session, the healed eyebrow microblading looks too bright, then over time the paint will be fixed in the epidermis, the shade will become more muted (about 30% of the pigment is lost during the initial fixation), and places for additional enhanced elaboration will become visible.
The overall duration of the effect may vary due to the individual characteristics of the patient’s skin and immune system. Average indicators are up to 2 years. Microblading then slowly fades and disappears. The rate of pigment destruction is affected by strong exposure to the sun or solarium; to extend the period, it is recommended to apply products with sun protection factors. In general, the procedure is very comfortable and eyebrow microblading does not require any special care after healing.
Feedback from Anna (30 years old): “I wanted to make a correction for a long time. Even in my youth, I went too far with tweezers in my hands, and now my light eyebrows seem to be growing, but are completely invisible on my face. Constantly drawing on the shape gets boring, and besides, it’s difficult for a blonde to choose the perfect shade of pencil. I decided to go to a specialist, where they explained to me in detail what was better: tattooing or microblading of eyebrows specifically in my case. We decided to do shadow coating and a shape as close as possible to the “native” one. The color also matches my natural shade of wheat. Doing microblading does not hurt at all, there is a slight redness left, on the same day I went out in public. After the procedure, there were almost no crusts, some rolling of the top layer was felt, and the color lightened slightly. Now I’m waiting for the correction, but I’m already absolutely satisfied with the result.”
Photos of Anna before and after the procedure
Advantages and disadvantages
Microblading has many benefits. The main advantage is the natural appearance after the procedure. A skilled artist will make graceful eyebrows seem natural. Other benefits include:
- almost complete absence of pain;
- minimum side effects;
- rapid healing;
- precision thanks to manual work;
- ease of subsequent correction.
The incisions are so small and shallow that swelling, if it occurs, will subside within a couple of hours. The risk of infection is very low. But still, in order to reduce it to nothing, it is necessary to follow the rules of care after the procedure.
The disadvantage is the high cost of manipulation - high-quality manual work cannot be cheap. It is also quite difficult to find a highly qualified craftsman.
Procedure sequence
Before starting work, the specialist finds out the client’s wishes, offers her the optimal technique, and explains in detail how eyebrow microblading is done. The shape and color are selected taking into account the oval of the face, the shape of the eyes, the width of the bridge of the nose, the shade of the skin and hair - all the details are important, down to the current state of health (taking medications, allergies, colds).
The skin is treated with an antiseptic and an anesthetic or emla cream is applied. At the end of the procedure, the coloring composition is applied over the eyebrow in strokes, for additional penetration into the micro-incisions. Each eyebrow can be treated 2-5 times per session, depending on the density of the skin and its ability to accept the coloring composition. The entire procedure lasts up to 2 hours.
The technician will warn you about the possibility of crusts appearing. They perform a protective function, helping the paint to seal into the epidermis. It is forbidden to remove the crusts yourself, so that the pigment layer does not come off along with them. For the first time after the procedure, it is not recommended to even wash your face. Having completed eyebrow microblading, the artist will take photos before and after healing - during the correction session, to make it easier to evaluate the effect obtained.
Watch how eyebrow microblading is done in the video:
Carrying out the microblading procedure
Those who decide to undergo micropigmentation should first find a suitable specialist. Be sure to check the availability of documents allowing you to engage in such activities, read reviews about his work. The specialist will recommend one of the microblading techniques.
Methods of manual permanent makeup
There are several microblading techniques, and not only the beauty and volume of eyebrows, but also the cost depends on the choice. The choice depends on external problems and the desired result.
What methods are popular:
| Technique | Main Feature | Result |
| Voloskovaya | Individual hairs are drawn with small strokes. | Filling bare areas and creating the perfect shape. |
| Eastern | Notches of different lengths are applied in different directions. | Creating volume and natural appearance. |
| European | Strokes of the same length are located in the same direction. | Clarity and neatness. |
| Powdery | The drawing is shaded so that the strokes are not visible. | The eyebrows appear slightly powdered. Suitable for blondes and light brown-haired women. |
| Shadow | The applied lines are deliberately made fuzzy, as if shaded. | Naturalness and volume. |
There are also modern options for microblading - 3D and 6D technologies. They allow you to create beautiful shape and volume thanks to a large number of miniature and very fine strokes.
Preparing for the session
Even if you have no contraindications to micropigmentation, preparation will be required for it to be successful. You should not adjust your eyebrow shape for two weeks before a cosmetic procedure. The master needs to see its natural shape, the direction of hair growth and its thickness.
Preparation a week before the manipulation includes refusal:
- From cigarettes and alcoholic drinks, so as not to provoke a decrease in blood clotting and avoid the appearance of ichor.
- From taking antibiotic drugs. They are able to block the action of the injected pigment.
- From tanning - natural or artificial. Exposure to ultraviolet rays hardens the skin and can lead to an unpredictable reaction to the dye.
- From excessively salty and fatty foods that cause swelling of the skin.
Just before the session, you should not drink caffeine-containing drinks - they dilate blood vessels and prevent blood from clotting.
Microblading stages
The micropigmentation procedure itself is carried out in five stages:
- Selecting a shade and creating a sketch. The master sketches a drawing of future eyebrows with a pencil, taking into account the wishes of the client, the shape of his face and facial expressions. Excess hairs outside the boundaries of the pattern are removed.
- Treatment with a disinfectant and anesthesia. Anesthesia is carried out using a special cream, which takes effect after about a quarter of an hour.
- Applying strokes. The notches are made using a manipulator; their location and length depend on the chosen technique.
- Introduction of dye. The remaining pigment is rubbed into the skin with microbrushes.
- The final stage. It includes removing the dye, treating with a disinfectant solution and applying a wound healing agent.
If you are prone to allergies, warn your cosmetologist about this. Before the session, he will conduct special tests that will show the likely reaction to the pigment.
Aftercare
The rules of care include several important prohibitions that must be observed during the recovery period. It will last at least 7 days. Not allowed:
- Combing the areas near the eyebrows and removing scabs from drying wounds - within a week they will disappear on their own.
- Use foams or scrubs for washing, peeling. Use clean water to wipe your face, being careful not to touch your eyebrows.
- Eyebrow tinting and other cosmetic procedures in this area.
- Taking a hot shower, visiting a sauna, beach, solarium.
Caring for the eyebrow area itself is quite simple. They need to be wiped with an alcohol-free disinfectant solution and lubricated with a healing cream, for example, containing panthenol.
After the rehabilitation period, experts advise making mini-compresses based on chamomile infusion and anointing the eyebrows with burdock oil.
Side effects
If the session is performed by a professional, possible unpleasant consequences are minimized. But the action of an inexperienced cosmetologist or the individual reaction of the body can lead to side effects:
- Harshness or disharmony due to an incorrectly selected shade of dye.
- Prolonged swelling and development of the inflammatory process.
- Hair loss due to damage to hair follicles.
The latter is especially unpleasant, since the lost hairs cannot be restored, and there will be bare areas on the eyebrows.
It is also possible for microscars to form if the technology is broken and the technician is inexperienced. Correctly applied strokes will heal within a week, but a deep cut will result in an unsightly scar. It will be possible to get rid of it only with the help of laser resurfacing.
Care from the second to seventh days after microblading
After creating a hair tattoo until the crusts come off, you should adhere to gentle facial care methods:
- wash your face with gentle ingredients, trying to avoid the area where the permanent is applied;
- apply Vaseline to the microblading area twice a day (if they constantly feel dry, you can carry out this procedure more often);
- if the client strictly follows the specialist’s recommendations, there will be no visible crusts on the eyebrows, only a thin, inconspicuous film will cover the surface;
- It is prohibited to accelerate the removal of crusts, this will lead to infection of the wound surface, the formation of scars or scars, uneven distribution of the coloring composition, which will provoke the need for adjustments.
Five days after the procedure, a feeling of severe itching and peeling appears. It is very important to restrain yourself and not scratch your eyebrows; now it is especially important to wait for the scabs to come off on their own.
Need for correction
The full effect of microblading lasts from one to one and a half months. After this, you will need to adjust your eyebrows. The second correction will be needed 7–12 months after the first. The timing depends on the type of skin and age characteristics.
So, if the skin is prone to oiliness, correction will be required faster. The subcutaneous sebaceous secretion can erode the dye, and clear strokes begin to blur.
The younger the client, the more often her eyebrows will have to be corrected. In women of elegant age, metabolic processes are inhibited, and the dye is removed more slowly by the lymphatic fluid.
You can extend the “work” of the coloring pigment if you protect your eyebrows from direct exposure to sunlight. Sunscreen will help prevent burnout.
Pigment duration and microblading cost
Manual micropigmentation gives a lasting effect, but the duration of its effect is individual. With adjustments, beautiful eyebrows can be preserved for up to two years.
This procedure a priori cannot be cheap. If services are offered for up to 2,000 rubles, it is likely that a novice master is working, and there is a risk of side effects. The work of a professional cannot cost less than 5,000 rubles. Keep in mind that you will need to invest in adjustments later. Each procedure will cost from 2000 rubles.
