EYEBROW TREATMENTS
The eyebrow services I offer are great for a number of different clients... those looking to thicken and define their natural brows, or those who have very sparse or no hair at all. If your brows are patchy, thin, over-plucked or just not how you'd like them, no matter what shape, size or condition your current eyebrows are in, we can create the eyebrows you have always dreamed of! Eyebrows can be created from nothing with the different brow styles and techniques I offer.
How semi-permanent / permanent is it?
Semi-permanent means it will fade over time, and that if you want to keep your brows looking vibrant, top up appointments will be needed to maintain this look. Semi-permanent DOES NOT mean it will 100% fade away. You may always be left with remnants of ink under your skin, even 10 years from now. Everyone's bodies will process the ink differently, as well as your lifestyle choices affecting the longevity of the tattoo. Cosmetic tattooing is still a tattoo, so before anyone tells you any differently, please bare in mind that whether or not you refresh your eyebrows annually, you may still be left with a shadow if you don't wish to continue with annual top ups.
Semi-permanent means it will fade over time, and that if you want to keep your brows looking vibrant, top up appointments will be needed to maintain this look. Semi-permanent DOES NOT mean it will 100% fade away. You may always be left with remnants of ink under your skin, even 10 years from now. Everyone's bodies will process the ink differently, as well as your lifestyle choices affecting the longevity of the tattoo. Cosmetic tattooing is still a tattoo, so before anyone tells you any differently, please bare in mind that whether or not you refresh your eyebrows annually, you may still be left with a shadow if you don't wish to continue with annual top ups.
What is microblading / manual brows?
• Done manually with a pen-like device that holds tiny sterile disposable needles (NOT A BLADE!)
• Natural looking, mimicking hairs. Will look like a natural "normal" eyebrow when healed.
• Detailed, delicate style, working best in dry/normal skin.
• Softer healed results. For a fuller or bolder healed result, shading is needed or machine styles are best.
• Great for clients who are more nervous or wanting to start out softer.
• Annual top ups are usually around 12 months skin and lifestyle dependant.
• Done manually with a pen-like device that holds tiny sterile disposable needles (NOT A BLADE!)
• Natural looking, mimicking hairs. Will look like a natural "normal" eyebrow when healed.
• Detailed, delicate style, working best in dry/normal skin.
• Softer healed results. For a fuller or bolder healed result, shading is needed or machine styles are best.
• Great for clients who are more nervous or wanting to start out softer.
• Annual top ups are usually around 12 months skin and lifestyle dependant.
What are machine method or combination brows?
• Created with a machine, more like a traditional tattoo machine. This does not mean it is any more permanent.
• More like make up, looking fuller and filled in.
• Less detailed style working for most skin types (oily, combination, textured skin etc).
• Results can be soft or bold depending on desired outcome.
• Great for clients who want to upgrade from microblading.
• Machine brows are a good solution for covering old SPMU.
• Annual top ups are usually around 18 months skin and lifestyle dependant.
• Created with a machine, more like a traditional tattoo machine. This does not mean it is any more permanent.
• More like make up, looking fuller and filled in.
• Less detailed style working for most skin types (oily, combination, textured skin etc).
• Results can be soft or bold depending on desired outcome.
• Great for clients who want to upgrade from microblading.
• Machine brows are a good solution for covering old SPMU.
• Annual top ups are usually around 18 months skin and lifestyle dependant.
What if I have oily/combination skin but want microblading?
If you're wanting to ease yourself into SPMU, you're more than welcome to start with microblading; it's ultimately your choice. The longevity of your microbladed strokes would be shorter than 'normal' so more regular top ups will be expected. 6/9/12 months down the line when you're due a top up, we can always change the technique!
If you're wanting to ease yourself into SPMU, you're more than welcome to start with microblading; it's ultimately your choice. The longevity of your microbladed strokes would be shorter than 'normal' so more regular top ups will be expected. 6/9/12 months down the line when you're due a top up, we can always change the technique!
THE BEST TIP I CAN GIVE YOU, IS TO NOT CONCERN YOURSELF WITH THE 'NAME' OF THE STYLE OF BROWS YOU'RE WANTING or HAVING DONE! If you just show me examples of brows you like, I can take it from there. I will recommend what will work best based on your skin & hair type and my experience. Each artist will have their own style and technique and some styles may mean different things to different people.
Microblading (manual tattoo) vs. Machine method
There is no difference in the permanency of manually (microbladed) or machine tattooed eyebrows. They're just different ways of implanting the ink into the skin. Both techniques are forms of cosmetic tattooing that aim to create or fill in eyebrows. One technique doesn't hurt more than the other, but the level of pain you feel will be dictated by your own pain threshold. Most clients are happily surprised by how little it hurts and many comment that threading, plucking or waxing is worse. I do apply numbing gels once the skin is open to keep you more comfortable throughout. The main difference between the two techniques is that machine method brows work on a wider range of skin types. Manually microbladed eyebrows are more suited to dry skin. Your skin will be assessed beforehand so I can make a recommendation of which technique and style will work best for you in the long run. Because your face is naturally oilier compared to the rest of your body, and coupled with this being a delicate tattoo to heal, two sessions spaced 6 weeks apart are needed for best healed results. Some clients, especially those who; use sunbeds, sunbathe, don’t use sun protection, have sun damaged skin, have oily skin, smoke, sweat a lot (from exercise, saunas etc), have a fast metabolism, have an iron deficiency, take regular medications, use chemical peels or anti aging products or harsh exfoliants, may need more than 1 touch up session to achieve their desired results. They may also need more regular top ups to keep their brows vibrant.
The benefits of brow tattooing
∙ The correct shape of eyebrows will frame your face and emphasise your best features.
∙ Anti-aging... an instant face lift that opens the eyes creating a more youthful appearance.
∙ No smudged brows at the gym, on the beach, in the pool or on holiday.
∙ Save money by not needing monthly HD brows / waxing anymore.
∙ Easy maintenance when you have the perfect shape to follow all of the time!
∙ Reduction in over plucking allowing your natural hairs to grow back.
∙ Save time and effort on your daily make up routine and reduce the cost of eyebrow products.
∙ Anti-aging... an instant face lift that opens the eyes creating a more youthful appearance.
∙ No smudged brows at the gym, on the beach, in the pool or on holiday.
∙ Save money by not needing monthly HD brows / waxing anymore.
∙ Easy maintenance when you have the perfect shape to follow all of the time!
∙ Reduction in over plucking allowing your natural hairs to grow back.
∙ Save time and effort on your daily make up routine and reduce the cost of eyebrow products.
Eyebrow treatment - step by step
∙ Optional consultation (available for your peace of mind, not compulsory).
∙ Skin patch test (which can be posted to you or done at the consultation).
∙ For your first eyebrow appointment, please allow no less than 3 - 3.5 hours.
∙ When you arrive there will be a comprehensive form to complete before we can begin the session.
∙ I will take some 'before' pictures to keep as reference (for myself and insurance purposes) and to use on social media.
∙ We'll map your brows using your natural facial features. I'll measure and draw on (with a pencil) eyebrows that work with your face shape.
∙ Once the shape is complete, we will find a pigment colour that matches your brow hair or is slightly darker. The colour is also determined by your skin tone.
∙ After discussing your pigment colour, the microblading can begin! I'll explain the treatment to you as I go along so you feel comfortable.
∙ Throughout the session, I sit you up and down several times to adjust and improve symmetry.
∙ Once I am totally happy with the result, you can see your new brows and let me know of any changes!
∙ When we have finished your appointment I’ll take some ‘after’ pictures.
∙ You will receive thorough aftercare advice and will receive an aftercare kit and strict aftercare instructions.
∙ We’ll book your included 6 week top up appointment if we haven't already booked this in.
∙ At your 6 week touch up appointment we will go back over the brows the same way we did the first time, unless you would like to make any changes.
∙ Your healed brows should then last you around 9 -12 months (microblading) / 1 - 1.5 years (machine) before needing further work.
∙ Skin patch test (which can be posted to you or done at the consultation).
∙ For your first eyebrow appointment, please allow no less than 3 - 3.5 hours.
∙ When you arrive there will be a comprehensive form to complete before we can begin the session.
∙ I will take some 'before' pictures to keep as reference (for myself and insurance purposes) and to use on social media.
∙ We'll map your brows using your natural facial features. I'll measure and draw on (with a pencil) eyebrows that work with your face shape.
∙ Once the shape is complete, we will find a pigment colour that matches your brow hair or is slightly darker. The colour is also determined by your skin tone.
∙ After discussing your pigment colour, the microblading can begin! I'll explain the treatment to you as I go along so you feel comfortable.
∙ Throughout the session, I sit you up and down several times to adjust and improve symmetry.
∙ Once I am totally happy with the result, you can see your new brows and let me know of any changes!
∙ When we have finished your appointment I’ll take some ‘after’ pictures.
∙ You will receive thorough aftercare advice and will receive an aftercare kit and strict aftercare instructions.
∙ We’ll book your included 6 week top up appointment if we haven't already booked this in.
∙ At your 6 week touch up appointment we will go back over the brows the same way we did the first time, unless you would like to make any changes.
∙ Your healed brows should then last you around 9 -12 months (microblading) / 1 - 1.5 years (machine) before needing further work.
Advice and tips for your Appointment
∙ Ensure you have read all of the aftercare instructions and be certain you can follow them before booking an appointment.
∙ Wear comfortable clothing to your appointment - the first session will last around 3 - 3.5 hours and you will be lay down for most of this.
∙ If you're feeling particularly nervous, bring music with you that you find relaxing.
∙ If wearing make up to your appointment, bring make up with you to reapply after your treatment as a lot of it will be wiped off.
∙ Your brow area may look sensitive after your session so please bare this in mind if you have plans the same day.
∙ Ask as many questions as you want - no question is a silly question!
∙ Wear comfortable clothing to your appointment - the first session will last around 3 - 3.5 hours and you will be lay down for most of this.
∙ If you're feeling particularly nervous, bring music with you that you find relaxing.
∙ If wearing make up to your appointment, bring make up with you to reapply after your treatment as a lot of it will be wiped off.
∙ Your brow area may look sensitive after your session so please bare this in mind if you have plans the same day.
∙ Ask as many questions as you want - no question is a silly question!