Introduction

The eyebrows play a fundamental role and have been defined as the soul of the face as they provide a deeper and more balanced look. Over time and as a consequence of some hormonal, hereditary disorders, poor hair removal, and nutritional factors, among others, our eyebrows tend to lose volume and fall out, making it very difficult for these hairs to grow back again. The good news is that currently, there is a treatment called micro-blading, which allows you to design a perfect and full eyebrow without the need for makeup or hair transplants.

In addition, the eyebrows, together with the eyelashes, not only fulfill an important aesthetic function since they also help protect the eyes from sweat, prevent the entry of external agents such as dust and regulate the intensity of the solar radiation that our eyes receive. In addition, they are made to communicate and reveal most of our emotions. At the slightest movement, they reveal us and reveal discomfort, sadness, anger, joy, and surprise, among many other impressions.

What is micro-blading?

Microblading is a novel beauty treatment with which perfect eyebrows are obtained using a semi-permanent makeup technique, without the need to resort to more invasive treatments such as micro-pigmentation, permanent makeup, and hair transplantation.

To do this, a very simple procedure is used that was born through a traditional Japanese technique, also called Tebori, between the 18th and 19th centuries. The Tebori tattoo method consists of puncturing the skin only at the dermis level with very fine needles while pressing the skin with the other hand.

With this technique it is possible to make any type of tattoo, allowing to correct depopulated or irregular eyebrows. Therefore, it will allow the patient to achieve perfect eyebrows and custom-design according to the characteristics and needs of each one.

The procedure requires a metal pen with a special needle that achieves a 3D design. Microblading has become very important today, thanks to the incredible result of the eyebrow design and its natural effect.

According to the professionals, microblading allows you to work on the shape and color of the eyebrows according to the preferences of each patient. It is indicated for people who have had hair loss or want a more bushy eyebrow. The results last up to 1 year and a half but it is necessary to carry out the pertinent touch-ups.

How do I know if I am a good candidate for this treatment?

Microblading is indicated for both men and women. In general, it is for people who want to improve the appearance of their eyebrows, either due to the loss of hair in the area, due to age, hereditary factors, problems with the epidermis, or poor diet, among others, and who do not want to resort to more invasive or painful treatments such as permanent makeup or hair transplantation.

It is also indicated for patients who have received some chemotherapy treatment or to improve the appearance of eyebrows in cases of alopecia.

How do I choose a specialist?

To assess the professional, it is important to bear in mind that they must be qualified, that they have knowledge of aesthetic medicine, and that they are specialized in dermatology so that they know the characteristics of the skin to be treated.

To do this, you can consult the Spanish Association of Micropigmentation (AEM), the Association of Paramedical and Oncological Aesthetic Micropigmentation, to confirm that the professional is a Specialist Technician in Micropigmentation in Spain or the SEME website in the case of a doctor aesthetic.

Likewise, the aesthetic or beauty center in which the intervention is carried out must comply with all the basic rules, such as adequate facilities, and health regulations, among others, that ensure the patient a correct treatment and recovery.

Moreover, and importantly the person s report and read comments or experiences of other patients regarding the results and expectations of treatment, to make the best choice in this case.

How is the first date?

During the first appointment, the specialist will ask the patient what their expectations are and what have been the causes of hair loss or pigmentation in the eyebrows. On the other hand, the expert to make an appropriate decision according to each patient will be guided by the color of the skin and the natural pigmentation of the eyebrows.

It is important to note that each individual has particularities that the specialist must take into account. For example a person with blond hair with darker eyebrows or dark hair with lighter eyebrows. Each of these individualities will be taken into account when choosing the color so that the result is as natural and beautiful as possible.

The professionals emphasize that it is very important that before starting the microblading treatment, a preliminary design test and an allergy test must be carried out.

How is the microblading treatment performed?

The professionals at Absolute Beauty detail below how the treatment is carried out;

To begin, the professional must apply an anesthetic cream in the area where the technique is to be applied, and then an anesthetic is supplied in the form of a gel to eliminate possible discomfort.
Work begins with the needle and very fine cuts are made to recreate the hairs of the eyebrows. The goal is to achieve crisp, defined lines for a natural result.

Pigments are applied, it is recommended that they be inorganic to reduce the possibility of allergies.

The results last between 1 and 2 years and generally, a touch-up is needed after a month for the best results. The procedure in any specialized center lasts about 1-2 hours.

Before microblading, specialists recommend the following:

Avoid any food that can cause an allergic skin reaction two or three days before treatment.
Do not consume alcohol or aspirin 24 hours before treatment.
Depending on the sensitivity of each patient, it is not advisable to perform the treatment days before the menstrual period.

Care after microblading

After treatment, specialists recommend taking into account the following considerations:

Avoid exposure to the sun for at least a month to avoid any problems with the pigmentation of the treatment.
If possible avoid rubbing or scratching the area.
Do not smoke, as tobacco can cause discoloration of pigments.
Keep the treatment area as dry as possible
It is important not to use any type of makeup during the first week after treatment, until the evaluation and authorization of the specialist.
Likewise, it is important to take care of your diet to avoid allergic reactions to the skin and to be properly hydrated.
The specialist will recommend applying cold and protecting the area with solid petroleum jelly.

Results

Thanks to this revolutionary treatment, patients will be able to see the results almost immediately since a healing process is needed and in many cases, a touch-up after a month. The main results that the patient can perceive are:

Improving the density of eyebrows that are sparsely populated or have lost hair over time.
The results are very natural and harmonious.
It is possible to define the profile of the eyebrows, leaving them more asymmetrical.
The results are long-lasting, between one and two years.
The pigments are inorganic and hypoallergenic, so a possible allergic reaction is avoided.

Complications or possible side effects

Microblading does not usually have side effects, but after the treatment, the area may be slightly swollen and red for the first few days. In more serious cases there is the possibility of the appearance of herpes or fever in the treatment area.

Finally, the patient may not be satisfied with the results. It should be borne in mind that a retouch can be carried out to improve or change the eyebrows or in the most serious cases, microblading can be eliminated with a laser treatment.

Frequent questions

Does microblading hurt? Patients will experience some discomfort at the time of treatment, which can be compared to the pain of waxing.
Are results lasting more than 2 years guarantee? Everything will depend on multiple factors, such as the lifestyle, the patient’s skin color, excessive sun exposure and the application of the treatment by the specialist will be key in the duration of this procedure.
Microblading vs Micropigmentation Which is better? It is common that in most centers Microblading is recommended more since more natural results can be obtained. But they emphasize that with both techniques hyper-realistic results can be obtained if they are worked correctly.
How is the technique used in microblading and micro-pigmentation different? In microblading a metal pen is used. To this, a head is adapted with fine needles that make micro-cuts, which create channels in which the pigment is deposited. On the other hand, in micropigmentation, the demographic is used as the main instrument, it uses a needle that enters and leaves the skin while depositing the pigment.
Can the microblading technique be performed on people with previously tattooed eyebrows? Yes, you can, but it will depend on the color of the previous tattoo, the pigmentation, and the technique to be used.