When To Tattoo Your Eyebrows?
Eyebrow tattooing should be considered if your eyebrows are still sparse or have gaps after growing them out, or the shape is simply unflattering.
Tattooed eyebrows will still need colouring, especially if you have very fair or grey hair. You will also need to continue hair removal.
It is recommended that you try tinting, henna and makeup before opting for a tattoo. An eyebrow tattoo will look amazing with no effort at all, but it should not be taken lightly. (See our upcoming blog on Cosmetic Tattooing.)
Hair Stroke Tattoo: Microblading
Feather stroke, hair stroke tattoo and microstroking are all alternative names for microblading. Microblading refers to a technique in which fine, individual hair strokes are tattooed onto the eyebrow by depositing pigment under the skin. It can be done manually using a hand-tool with a microblade or with a digital machine using microneedles. This permanent treatment achieves a very natural appearance which lasts anywhere between one to two years, after which it will start to fade. Regular touch-ups will be required. The effect can be enhanced with makeup or henna.
This technique is fantastic when there are only a few gaps in your eyebrows and/or if you are after a soft, natural looking tattoo.
Ombré brow (also referred to as powder brow, shaded brow or solid eyebrow) is a makeup procedure that combines permanent makeup and microblading to achieve a longer-lasting effect. This technique is a more solid looking tattoo which resembles the appearance of makeup. Ombré refers to the way the shading is done so that the tail of the brow is darkest and fades off to the front of the brow. Again, the colour will fade over a couple of years and will need regular touch-ups.
This technique is excellent for anyone who is looking for a natural look, who has eyebrow hair and fills in their brows.
Why Do Cosmetic Tattoos Fade?
Cosmetic Tattoos fade because of the pigments that are used. It’s considered prudent to use pigments that fade because our facial features change over time, as does our colouring (hair usually changes shades or becomes grey, skin becomes darker and more yellow). What suits you when you’re 25 may not suit you at 75!
For further information check out Cosmetic Tattooing and the Gallery on our website. More details about tattooing will be available in our next blog.
Makeup can be your eyebrows’ best friend! Makeup can be used to enhance a natural eyebrow, it can fill gaps while you’re growing out your eyebrows, and it can be used when you want to achieve a more glamorous look.
Pencils can be firm, used to apply clean lines, such as our PONI Brow Magic. These can be used to fill gaps and to accentuate your brow shape. Soft pencils, such as the Poni Brow Love, result in a softer look and are used to colour your brows making them look denser or to fill gaps. They are available in a multitude of colours to complement your features. These are very quick and easy to apply. A clear gel, such as PONI Zebra Brow, can be applied on top to control the hairs and make them glossy.
If you have some grey hairs, the best way to disguise them between treatments is with an eyebrow mascara, such as the Jane Iredale Brow Fix. This is applied very quickly and easily over the offending hairs and will also keep the hair in place.
Eyebrow Powder will fill gaps and give a more made-up appearance than a pencil. Powder will always result in a solid, coloured-in appearance, but will simultaneously look very soft.
If you require staying power, you can’t go past a Pomade. This will result in a bold brow. The Poni Mane Stain will remain in place until removed or for 24 hours. It’s waterproof so you can swim or exercise and your eyebrows will stay perfect.
If in doubt about what eyebrow treatment to use, Contact us, and we can run through the best options for you.