How to Get Eyebrow Microblading

Whether you admire the bushy brows of Cara Delevingne or the sleek, perfectly powdered brows of the Kardashian clan, it seems like eyebrow maintenance has taken center stage. Unfortunately, not everyone has naturally full brows to work with, and not everyone has the time (or skill) to fill them in every single day. If this is your case, microblading may be the perfect solution. Microblading is a semi-permanent tattooing technique that is applied in tiny, hair-like strokes. Because the process isn’t cheap, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of the technique.

Part 1

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Selecting Your Artist

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Investigate technicians in your area that offer microblading. A quick Google search will get you started, but you’ll need to more in-depth research than that. Depending on where you live, you may have several different options to compare or you may be making a trek to a technician, so it’s important to do your homework.^{[1]XResearch source}
- Check their licenses and certificates. These should be listed on their website, but you can also call and explicitly ask.
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Laura Martin
Licensed Cosmetologist
Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and a cosmetology teacher since 2013.
Laura Martin
Licensed Cosmetologist
Microblading is a semi-permanent procedure. Laura Martin, a licensed cosmetologist, explains: "The technique is designed to last at least a year, then the color may fade over time. Be very careful about communicating exactly what you want to your technician so that you are happy with the result."
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Look at the portfolio and read reviews. The best way to guess what your own results would be like is to see the results of previous customers. Look at the technician’s portfolio online, paying special attention to those “before” eyebrow pictures that look most like yours.^{[2]XResearch source}
- Check out reviews on their Yelp page, and Google their name to see if you can find any other customers.
- Don’t forget, technicians create brows per their client’s preferences. If you don’t like a certain shape or style you see on in their portfolio, that may have simply been the customer’s choice.
Microblading is not a cheap investment, and depending on where you are located, it can vary from $300 to $1,000. While comparing prices can be helpful and realistic, remember that microblading is a process that can drastically change your face. If you prefer the work of one technician but it’s a bit pricier, consider the factors that might affect the pricing, such as location or experience.
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Part 2

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Preparing for Microblading

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Schedule a consultation. When you think you’ve chosen your technician, call and schedule a consultation. This is a short appointment where your technician can look at your natural brows, talk to you more in-depth about the technique, and start determining the best color and shape for your face. Many times, they’ll even use a pencil to create “preliminary” brows.
- Bring photos of brows you like to show the technician. This will give them an idea of what you want your brows to look like.
If you have a tan on your face during your appointment, the pigment can heal darker than you desire. A tan can also affect how the lines heal.^{[3]XResearch source} For a couple weeks before your appointment, wear hats and wear sunscreen!
If you get chemical peels, do not get any within 60 days of your microblading appointment. Also, keep in mind that doing chemical peels after your microblading will cause the pigment to fade faster. Do not get Botox within three weeks of your microblading. Thirty days prior to your procedure, discontinue use of any products with Retinol or Retin-A.^{[4]XResearch source}
Your technician will work with you to create a shape, so don’t worry about getting them shaped prior to your appointment. If you get your eyebrows waxed, make sure you don’t do it within 72 hours of your appointment. In general, going to your appointment au natural is preferable.^{[5]XResearch source}
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Part 3

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Getting Your Microblading

Both of these can increase bleeding and swelling during the application. To achieve the best results, your skin should be as insensitive to the procedure as possible. The more bleeding and oozing that occurs, the less pigment actually stays in the skin. Excess bleeding and swelling can also make the technician’s job much more difficult.^{[6]XResearch source}
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Bring pictures of brows you like. If you have a celebrity “brow goal,” bring a picture (or five). It’s particularly helpful if these celebrities have a similar hair color and facial structure to you. You may not be able to articulate exactly what you’re looking for, but these pictures can help your technician understand the style of eyebrow you like.
- Remember that the perfect brow for you is one that's designed to best flatter your features.
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Be honest and meticulous about the shape. Before your technician even applies the numbing cream, they’ll work with you to sketch out the eyebrow shape. Take your time to make sure they create the exact shape you like. Observe the inner corners, the tail, the width, the arch, and so on. If you dislike anything, tell them. Don’t worry about taking your sweet time ¬¬– you want these to be perfect, and you’re paying for it.^{[7]XResearch source}
- This step is the most important of the entire procedure, so it’s important to be explicit and firm with what you want.
After you’ve gotten your microblading, make sure to check it out in a mirror and decide if there is anything else you want done. Check for any gaps or any areas where you want a few more strokes. Make sure that you are happy with the shape when you leave the salon.
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Taking Care of Your Microblading

Depending on your skin type and how your skin reacted to the procedure, you will get specific instructions from your technician. The aftercare is critically important in how your brows heal and the results you end up with. Some people are told to keep their brows dry, while others are told to put healing ointment on them. Whatever instructions you receive, follow them!^{[8]XResearch source}
This can be hard if you’re used to filling in your brows meticulously every day, but leave them untouched for at least ten days after the procedure. You may have some discoloration, scabbing, and gaps, but you need to let that heal without any product on top of it. If your brows aren’t flawless as they’re healing, don’t worry – follow your aftercare instructions, and they will be once they’re healed.^{[9]XResearch source}
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Avoid sweating, swimming, and direct sunlight during healing. These can all affect the color and intensity of your finished result. You want the pigment to take to your skin as best as it can. It’s best to plan your microblading appointment strategically, so you’re able to follow these aftercare instructions without much sacrifice.^{[10]XResearch source}
- For example, don’t schedule your appointment before a marathon or a tropical vacation.
Microblading technicians will tell you that you do not achieve perfect eyebrows in one appointment. It is a two-part process. After the first application has healed, you will go back for a touch-up appointment. Now, the technician can observe how your skin took the pigment and how the results healed. Then, you can fix anything you’re unhappy with, darken the color, tweak the shape, and so on.
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How long does it take for eyebrows to heal after microblading?
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It will take about ten days for the skin to heal after your appointment. During this time you want to avoid applying makeup, skin care creams, and other potential irritants to the skin.
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Does microblading hurt?
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It will sting a little, but more most people it is mildly uncomfortable, not painful. To minimize the pain, you may want to avoid scheduling a microblading session during the time of the month when you are most sensitive to pain.
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Are microblading and tattooing the same thing?
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Microblading is similar to tattooing, but the color used for microblading is pigment, as opposed to ink which is used for tattoos. Microblading will only last for a few years tops, but tattooing is permanent.
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