Microblading, also referred to as eyebrow feathering, microstroking, micro-pigmentation, 3-D eyebrows, and eyebrow embroidering has been performed in Asia and Europe for more than 20 years is increasing in popularity in the U.S. professionally trained and experienced individuals are able to produce outstanding results with microblading. Dallas residents can benefit from the work of these professionals by achieving the appearance of fuller, natural looking eyebrows.
The procedure does not use a permanent makeup machine. Rather, it is performed by handheld device with the application of single hairstrokes.
The Process
As opposed to the traditional method of tattooing, artists that use microblading do so with a microblade. The results are the application of fine lines that look just like real hair. The artist knows how to add these feather hair strokes to the existing eyebrow area in order to create a lifelike result.
Different Techniques
A number of different approaches and techniques are used with microblading. One technique involves 3-D eyebrows in which the hair strokes are produced in a particular pattern across the eyebrow ridges – this results in a 3-D effect. Another technique involves 1D eyebrows in which the hairstrokes are all applied in a single direction.
Length of the Procedure
The entire treatment process can generally be completed in two appointments. During the first appointment the artist will draw on the client’s eyebrows with a waterproof pencil to establish an agreed-upon look. The artist and works on the eyebrows using the microblading procedure. At the end of the procedure, the client may have some mild scabbing – then, everything should heal up in about a month’s time.
During the second appointment (around 30 days after the first session), the client will receive a touch up. At this point, the ink in the epidermis from the first appointment should result in the color settling down into the skin. The artist can make any necessary corrections at this point as he or she evaluates how the skin has received the first treatment.
The artist may need to adjust the color due to unexpected effects of the inks color on the skin during the first treatment session. These are normal types of corrections performed by a microblading artist and an important part of the overall process.
