Semi permanent eyebrows techniques

Blunt shapes, block and strong lines, square brow fronts – this is what a lot of people see when they hear permanent makeup or permanent brows.

There are so many to choose from.

We focus on the three most popular permanent eyebrow makeup techniques, each of these styles look very natural. The most popular, which is also our favourite – is the soft powder technique, then hair stroke method or otherwise known as the digital microblading, and for those who like a little stronger makeup effect – ombre brow technique.

Hair strokes or digital microblading – this method of permanent eyebrow makeup is not for everyone. It is only suitable for those with normal or dry skin types, oily or combination skin isn’t suitable for this technique.

In oily and combination skin – strokes will blur when healed and no longer resemble the real hairs. They look wishy washy and thicker, and eventually the strokes will blend into each other.
We always advise during the consultation that clients with combination or oily skin to opt for a different type of eyebrows, as they won’t achieve nice results from hairstrokes. Digital microblading (machine method) when compared to classic microblading (manual technique) lasts longer. If it’s done on the appropriate skin type (normal or dry), it will last 2-5 years, compared to the classic microblading that only lasts approximately 6-12months.
This method gives the look of natural hair strokes, or how some call it the brush strokes. This technique will look most natural when created on clients with existing brow hairs that are quite fine. It can be nicely blended in together. If a client doesn’t have any own brow hairs, we suggest combining this technique with powder shading, as the soft powder can add the subtle “shadow” that is usually cast by the natural hairs, giving it the 3d look. If you think of it, the added shadow tattoo will make the brows look more realistic. The combination technique is still not available for oily or combination skin.

The way we create hair strokes at Beauty Bar Ware Hertfordshire are very natural, each hair is of different length, flows and fits in with the natural hairs. If you are looking for blunt and square, uniformed brows that look unnatural, then I’m afraid we would not be able to meet your expectations.

Ombre semi-permanent makeup – this technique gives the look of make-up; the brows are gradually softer at the front of the brow and then get stronger and sharper as it gets to the body and tail of the brows. We recommend this technique to younger clients or those who wear full makeup on daily basis. The colour again is perfectly matched to the client’s natural hair for a perfect blend, and this technique also lasts 2-5 years. This method is suitable for all skin types.

Semi-permanent makeup and conventional makeup will have one main difference. Where with the normal makeup you can choose any colour, even very dark, we would never pick pigment colour that is too dark for your eyebrow hair or skin tone, This pigment would very quickly turn ashy after healing. You have probably seen someone with bluish-looking brows, this can happen when pigment is implanted too deep, or the colour is too dark for a client’s tones.

Every new set of brows will look darker and bolder for the first couple of days, as the pigment oxidizes. This is completely normal, and there is nothing to worry about. The colour will start to lighten as the brows are healing, and the final result will be seen at 4-6 weeks after the procedure. At Beauty Bar in Ware Hertfordshire we work very light and gentle without using too much pressure or causing bleeding. Because of this we cause no scabbing at all during the healing process. Your eyebrows will only gently flake off.

We offer semi-permanent makeup consultations in our Beauty Salon. During the consultation, we will be happy to advise you what type of skin you have, and what would be the best eyebrow technique for you. If you’d like more information on eyebrow semi-permanent makeup please click here.