The Real Difference Between Microblading and Eyebrow Microshading

If you find yourself lusting over images of microbladed brows only to be disappointed when you discover that it doesn't work well with your sensitive skin. We have two words for you, eyebrow microshading. While there are some differences between the two procedures, they both use tattoo ink to fill in the sparser areas of the brows. Consider microshading to be microblading's long-lost sibling. Because of its ability to produce fuller brows, the procedure has gained popularity in the beauty industry, and it works especially well on sensitive, oily skin.

Since the procedure uses tiny dots of pigment rather than fine hairs like microblading, it is more comparable to creating a shadow or gradient appearance—almost like you used brow powder. Impressed? Read on to discover everything there is to know about microshading.

How Does Eyebrow Microshading Work?

Microshading is a brow procedure in which a brow specialist creates tiny tattoo-like marks on the brows using a very fine pen. Microshading, also known as "Powder Brows," involves applying dots of semi-permanent ink to the brows with an electric or manual pen to give them an airbrushed appearance.

What are the Benefits of Eyebrow Microshading?

Several brow benefits come with microshading, for example:

• Microshading is more durable than microblading.

• It is ideal for skin types that tend to be more sensitive or oily.

• Creates the impression of a fuller brow.

• Helps to create symmetry of the brows.

It's important to remember that microshading is effective for everyone and is thought to produce results that last longer than microblading. But those with oily skin benefit most from it, as this skin type may not respond well to semi-permanent tattoos. Then there is the pain level. Microblading drags a blade across your brows, which is similar to paper cuts for people with sensitive skin. If you have sensitive skin, that dragging motion might hurt more.

How Long Does Brow Shading Last?

With the right care and upkeep, microshading is thought to last one to three years longer than microblading. The colour will gradu

ally fade into a softer, more dimensional brow as it heals, even though the first few days may make it appear as though you have sharp lines on your brows. Particularly if you have oily skin, we advise getting a touchup every eight to twelve months because it can tend to fade more quickly on skin that tends to be greasy.

Microshading Vs Microblading

The purpose of microblading is to imitate the appearance of brow hair on the brow by applying short, hair-like strokes. In contrast, microshading creates a more robust, assertive appearance. Microshading can look more like the eyebrows we see on Instagram, whereas microblading can appear more natural because there is space between the hairs and it appears more blended to the naked eye. Nevertheless, the two can be carried out in tandem.

Things to Take Away

The days of only using an angled brush and brow pomade to create bold eyebrows are long gone. Both microblading and microshading

can be used to simulate fuller brows, but since they both involve semi-permanent tattoos, it's important to find a qualified artist before choosing which technique is right for you.

Do you want to schedule a consultation for eyebrow microshading, or do you need more details about one of our services? If so, get in touch with us via our online form, or call us on 07385 131 842.

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