Microblading is a tattooing technique in which a small handheld tool, made of several tiny needles, is used to add semi-permanent pigment to the skin.[1] Microblading differs from standard eyebrow tattooing, a form of permanent makeup, as each hair stroke is created by hand with a blade that creates fine slices in the skin,[1] whereas eyebrow tattoos are done with a tattoo machine. Microblading is used on eyebrows to create, enhance, or reshape their appearance in shape and color. It deposits pigment into the upper region of the dermis, so it fades more rapidly than traditional tattooing techniques. Microblading is often called eyebrow embroidery, eyebrow feathering, microstroking, 3D eyebrows, nanoblading or hair-like strokes.[2]

History

The technique of implanting pigment following fine incisions in the skin may date back thousands of years,[3] but the trend of using the technique for eyebrows is thought to have emerged in Asia, becoming popular in Singapore and Korea as early as 2005, and in Europe and the United States in 2010.[4] Microblading had become the most popular method of cosmetic eyebrow tattooing in Europe and the United States by 2015. Technique names such as 3D or 6D eyebrows were also popularized.[5]

Placement and design

Microblading artists measure and sketch the placement of their client's eyebrows to set the outline for the microblading.[6] Manual smooth shading (micro shading) can also be added to go over and between the hair strokes to visually give the dimension of natural eyebrow thickness without any sharp contours on the eyebrows.[7]

Durability

The microblading procedure is a semi-permanent tattoo. Like all tattoos, microblading can fade, depending on multiple factors, including the quality of pigment/ink used,[8] UV exposure, skin type, elements found in skincare products, and/or medications. The treatment lasts from 18 to 30 months, although it can sometimes last for up to 3 years. A touch-up session is encouraged 6 weeks after the first microblading procedure, and every 12–18 months thereafter.[9]

Safety

Safety precautions for microblading are similar to those for any other tattooing technique. The most common complications and client dissatisfaction that result from any form of tattooing are a misapplication of the pigment, pigment migration, colour change, and in some cases, unintended hyperpigmentation.[10] Serious complications are uncommon. As with all forms of tattooing, the risks associated with microblading include the transmission of blood-borne pathogenic organisms (e.g., HIV, hepatitis C, staphylococcus aureus, herpes simplex), as well as short-term or long-term reactions to pigment ingredients.[11] There is the potential for granulomas to form on the tattooed areas, as a result of the pigment, a foreign substance, being injected into the skin. Therefore, it is essential to verify that the technician holds the appropriate licenses and registrations for the provision of tattoo services, as well as inquire about the technician's standard of training. Procedures performed by technicians, who have completed a comprehensive course of instruction,[12] can minimize the risk of unwanted outcomes and client dissatisfaction.[13]

Nanoblading

Nanoblading is a form of microblading which uses thinner blades, typically ranging between 0.15 and 0.18mm in diameter, compared to a standard 0.20mm blade used in microblading.[14] As a result of this, the marks made on the eyebrows are thinner and may look more natural. This practice has gained in popularity since approximately 2019. [15][16]

Nano-brows

The look of eyebrow microblading can also be achieved with an alternative technique called nano brows, a form of eyebrow tattooing where additional hair strokes are added with an electric tattooing device used for permanent makeup. The technique is, therefore, more similar to traditional tattooing (although the results are not as permanent); they last slightly longer than the results of microblading, and the technique is also considered to be gentler on the skin.

References

  1. 1 2 "What is microblading? Everything to know about this eyebrow trend". TODAY.com. Archived from the original on December 14, 2022. Retrieved September 21, 2018.
  2. ↑ "What are Microblading Eyebrows? | Brow Queen LA". Brow Queen LA. Retrieved January 10, 2024.
  3. ↑ Darby, Derek (February 18, 2016). "MicroBlading - First Things First". Cosmetic Tattoo. Archived from the original on January 29, 2023. Retrieved January 10, 2023.
  4. ↑ Go, Natalia (November 14, 2019). "Microblading: Who Really Started It and Why Did It Become So Popular?". Archived from the original on January 10, 2023. Retrieved January 10, 2023 – via MicroBladers Studio + Academy.
  5. ↑ "A Brief History of Microblading Eyebrows | Los Angeles, CA". microbladingla.com. Archived from the original on June 10, 2023. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
  6. ↑ "The Microblading Process Steps". www.ellebrow.com. Retrieved December 9, 2023.
  7. ↑ "Microshading Eyebrows - Guide Through All You Need to Know". www.pmuhub.com. April 19, 2019. Archived from the original on June 1, 2023. Retrieved January 16, 2023.
  8. ↑ "Understanding Pigments in Permanent Makeup". www.flawless.uk. January 13, 2022. Archived from the original on April 2, 2023. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
  9. ↑ "11 Things I Wish I Knew Before Eyebrow Microblading". Glamour. December 2, 2022. Retrieved October 7, 2023.
  10. ↑ Goldman, Alberto; Wollina, Uwe (August 11, 2014). "Severe unexpected adverse effects after permanent eye makeup and their management by Q-switched Nd:YAG laser". Clinical Interventions in Aging. 9: 1305–1309. doi:10.2147/CIA.S67167. ISSN 1176-9092. PMC 4136952. PMID 25143716.
  11. ↑ Wiginton, Keri. "Microblading Health Risks". WebMD. Archived from the original on June 9, 2023. Retrieved May 13, 2022.
  12. ↑ "Cosmetic Tattoo Training Standards". www.cosmetictattoo.org. Archived from the original on May 25, 2016. Retrieved May 18, 2016.
  13. ↑ Dermatologic Complications with Body Art 2010, pp 53-60 Cosmetic and Medical Applications of Tattooing Christa De Cuyper
  14. ↑ "Microblading (2023): Facts, Cost, Risks, Photos". www.pmuhub.com. December 26, 2022. Archived from the original on June 1, 2023. Retrieved January 16, 2023.
  15. ↑ "Nanoblading: The Ultra-Precise Brow Alternative to Microblading". Byrdie. Retrieved October 7, 2023.
  16. ↑ "All About Nanoblading - Effects, Price, Before & After". www.pmuhub.com. October 20, 2022. Archived from the original on March 24, 2023. Retrieved January 16, 2023.
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