Having perfectly arched eyebrows is important for many people. These are, after all, placed above to what we consider as windows to the soul. Like me, many of us—men and women—spend time, energy, and even a few bucks to have our eyebrows get the shape we think would make them more attractive.
To achieve the lovely eyebrows we want, many of us used to resort to permanent tattooing, but this has become a not-so-practical option. For people like me, committing to such permanence may not sound appealing. Microblading has now become the ideal choice with its low-maintenance and semi-permanent approach. But what does it really do and why more and more people choose this treatment to get the perfect eyebrows that will complement their look?
Microblading is not as permanent as a traditional tattoo. Although it uses the same technique as a traditional tattoo, microblading does not work deeper into the skin. In microblading, a manual tool is used to deposit pigments that appear fine hair-strokes in creating natural-looking brows. These pigments break down over time, making them completely fade away. The first procedure lasts for about 45 minutes to one hour. It’s just like your normal visit to a salon. The results typically last for 18 to 14 months. After that, a refresher treatment will be needed to check how the skin healed. This is important since everyone has different skin types and heals differently. The touch-up treatment may last from one to 1 1/2 hours, which involves adjustments in color and density.
Microblading can be beneficial for certain skin types but not for others. But it doesn’t mean that it’s only limited to certain types of skin. I’m lucky to have a normal skin type which is perfect for the process. It is only important that you find a trustworthy professional who will give the right treatment for you. Also, I’ve found out that pregnant and nursing women, and those who are undergoing chemotherapy are not advised to undergo microblading since they may be exposed to risks of getting an infection.
My microblading technician gave me some instructions on how to take care of my eyebrows after the treatment. She provided me with a barrier cream for some protection. I was also advised to avoid direct exposure to sunlight and not to apply products with retinol.
Microblading may be pricey but it’s practical. If that doesn’t sound right, imagine drawing your brows every day. Microblading may not be as cheap as a brow pencil, but the procedure will save you time, energy, and more pencils for a long period of time. After my microblading procedure, I don’t need to stand in front of the mirror to pluck some hair or apply some brow-enhancing accessory to achieve the look I want. With its semi-permanent effect, microblading gives you long-term elan that only your sophisticated eyebrows can give.