How Semi-Permanent Makeup and Micropigmentation Support Hair Loss

Eyebrows play a significant role in shaping your face, and their absence can drastically change your appearance. Many people don’t realise how essential properly shaped brows are until they experience hair loss or thinning. Whether due to alopecia, chemotherapy, trichotillomania or other conditions, losing your eyebrows can have a profound effect on self-esteem.

The Impact of Eyebrow Hair Loss and How to Address It

Hair loss in the eyebrows often occurs as a side effect of various medical conditions. Systemic or dermatological diseases, such as hypothyroidism or dermatitis atopica, can cause thinning or loss of the outer parts of the eyebrows, known as The Sign of Hertoghe. Alopecia, both general and frontal fibrosing types, can lead to eyebrow and even eyelash hair loss, leaving many feeling incomplete or less confident.

Semi-permanent makeup and medical micropigmentation offer a solution to these issues. These techniques can recreate natural-looking eyebrows, restoring a sense of normalcy and boosting self-confidence.

Micropigmentation isn’t limited to eyebrow reconstruction. It can also be applied to various parts of the body, including the scalp for hair loss, the lips after cleft surgery, and even to camouflage scars or vitiligo. Nipple and areola pigmentation can also restore a natural look after mastectomy surgeries. These medical and aesthetic procedures offer versatile solutions for those dealing with hair loss, skin trauma, or other appearance-altering conditions.

There are several methods available for eyebrow micropigmentation, with the most popular being the shading method and the hair stroke method. These techniques can also be combined to achieve a more natural look. Before the treatment, a template is carefully drawn to ensure the client can visualise the shape and thickness of their new brows. We always take into consideration the client’s wishes, facial symmetry, and bone structure to create the most flattering look.

The process begins with a detailed consultation, where we assess whether there are any contraindications to the treatment. This consultation typically lasts around 15 minutes.

On the day of your treatment, we discuss your expectations, draw the brows, and proceed with the procedure, which usually takes between 1.5 to 2.5 hours. After the treatment you will receive simple aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing.

A touch-up appointment is recommended 4 to 6 weeks after the initial procedure to perfect the results and ensure long-lasting effects.

For most clients, the procedure is very comfortable. While some people may feel slight discomfort, most describe the sensation as a mild vibration of the machine against the skin, which is not painful.

There are some situations where semi-permanent makeup should be avoided or postponed, including:

• Present viral infections
• Pregnancy
• Recent use of eyebrow and eyelash growth products (within 1-2 months)
• Recent Botox injections (within a few weeks)
• Psoriasis in the treatment area
• Fresh scars (within 6 months)
• Recent eyelid or facelift surgery
• Tanned skin on the face
• Cancer patients (doctor’s consent required).

If you’re unsure whether you’re a suitable candidate, feel free to contact us. We’ll provide personalised advice and guidance.