If you are one of those people who spend countless hours in front of the mirror perfecting your brow, you must have given microblading a thought. but before we delve into the specifics of it, let’s understand what it is. Microblading at Florida Lakes Spa is a semi-permanent cosmetic tattooing method that uses blade-shaped equipment with tiny needles to form hair-like strokes on your brows, depositing color for a natural-looking appearance that can last up to a year or more.
Who should get microblading done?
Someone with non-reactive and non-sensitive skin, without keratosis pilaris, recurrent breakouts, or cystic acne around the brows, is an excellent candidate for microblading. It should be noted that those with extremely oily skin may notice a faster fade. So, in case you have delicate skin or are allergic to topicals, as it might cause allergic contact dermatitis, we do not recommend getting it.
If you are a pregnant or lactating woman, there is always a risk of getting an infection, and it is better to wait six weeks after giving birth before discontinuing breastfeeding. Similarly, finishing Accutane before getting microblading is required to minimize extreme sensitivity and bleeding.
What are the advantages and disadvantages?
There are a lot of advantages to getting microblading, especially if you have thin, sparse brows, as it can add definition and volume. It can also provide a natural look with a slight fill-in or improvement for people who already have brow hair. Adding shading beneath the hair-like strokes can help hide empty gaps. Those who have a lot of natural brow hair may find microblading unsuitable because it provides fullness rather than manicured or brushed-up results.
The disadvantage of microblading is that brow trends might vary over time, making a formerly fashionable design less attractive in the future. Microblading can take 1-3 years to gradually fade, which may not be suitable for those who like to keep up with current beauty trends.
Final thoughts:
Many people wonder if microblading is similar to getting a tattoo. It’s kind of permanent, but not like a tattoo would be. The pigment used in microblading is applied superficially to the skin, resulting in progressive fading over time. As opposed to the more opaque and sparkling appearance of traditional tattoos, this results in a semi-permanent, soft, and understated appearance. Another distinguishing feature is that, unlike traditional tattoos, eyebrow tattoos’ color will intensify over time instead of fading with a blue-green tint.