About Microblading
What is Microblading?
Microblading or 4D thread-by-thread eyebrow, as it is also called, is one of the aesthetic treatment options for filling in and designing eyebrows.
The procedure consists of drawing the eyebrow threads with a tebori, a hand-held instrument with small blades that resemble a scalpel, which, using pigment, draws the threads with greater precision to fill in the eyebrow.
The thread by thread design of the eyebrow is done through a previous visagism, which defines the best shape for the eyebrow according to the shape of the face, and so the filling follows this pattern; giving a very natural result.
How much does it cost?
The price of the microblading technique can vary from one region to another, and also according to the professional, but on average the procedure costs around R$ 500.
It's good that it's not very cheap, but thinking about the practicality of not having to fill in the eyebrows when applying make-up, it's worth it, isn't it!
How long does it take?
The procedure is a manual technique that involves a lot of dexterity when directing the tebori to draw the eyebrow threads, and to have the full fill in on both eyebrows, the professional takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
However, this is an average time to perform the procedure, but it may vary depending on the area to be filled.
Does it hurt?
To perform the pigment eyebrow filler procedure, it is necessary to pierce the first layer of skin to insert the pigment, and this step can be a little uncomfortable and even bleed a little.
However, those who have had the procedure say that it is pain tolerant and that the end result is worth it.
And besides not being a major pain, you can still alleviate the discomfort by using an anesthetic cream/pomade, which leaves the region numb and greatly reduces the discomfort at the time of the filling.
How long does it last?
The microblading technique is a semi-permanent procedure, that is because it is not a filler that comes out quickly, but it does not work like a permanent tattoo either.
When filling in the eyebrows with tebori, the pigment penetrates the first layer of the skin and over time it becomes less intense and the filler disappears.
The duration of the semi-permanent filler is 12 to 18 months, but this depends on skin type, pigment color and post-procedure care.
Are there any risks?
As with any other cosmetic procedure, there are risks, but the rate is very low.
The risk that exists in 4D thread by thread micropigmentation with tebori is at the time of drawing the threads, since the procedure is a technique indicated to perforate only the most superficial layer of the skin, and in the case of perforating other layers, there may be the risk of inflammation and scarring in the region of the eyebrows.
Another risk is the possibility of contamination, so the procedure should be performed by a qualified professional using disposable and properly sanitized materials, avoiding contamination from one client to another.
However, such risks are low and choosing a good professional and aesthetic center further mitigates these possibilities.
Who can do it?
The technique of thread-by-thread pigmentation for eyebrows can be performed by both men and women, and despite being a simple procedure, there are contraindications:
- Pregnancy
- breastfeeding
- diabetics
- anticoagulants
- People prone to keloids.
- Allergic to pigment
What is the aftercare?
After performing the pigmentation procedure with the microblading technique, care must be taken to ensure the durability and perfect result of the micropigmentation.
Among the necessary care after the procedure are:
- Avoid sun exposure for 15 days;
- Do not use makeup in the eyebrow region for the first 5 days after the procedure;
- Apply an ointment, indicated by the professional, on the eyebrows to help the healing of the area;
- During the first week, avoid contact of the area with river, sea and pool water, to prevent any infection in the area;
- Avoid using acid soaps and creams on the region so as not to remove the pigment from the skin;
- In the first days, avoid excessive sweating so as not to soften the color of the pigment;
- After one year, perform a pigment touch-up to renew the design and color.
In addition to the basic care listed above, you should still follow the guidelines specified by the professional who performed the procedure.
Microblading x Micropigmentation
Although both procedures have the function of filling in the eyebrows by applying pigments with thread-by-thread design, microblading and micropigmentation are different techniques.
- Microblading: the technique is performed using a manual device, tebori, which does not use electricity and does not give impulses when drawing, leaving the result more precise and drawing the finest strands.
- Thread-by-thread micropigmentation: in the case of thread-by-thread micropigmentation, the difference lies in the use of the dermograph, which is a device connected to electricity and widely used for tattooing. The dermograph has a tip, which deposits pigment on the skin and can cause small vibrations, making the thread less precise. The result is also good, but less delicate and precise than the microblading technique.
Advantages x Disadvantages
Like any other procedure, there are always positive and negative points of the technique, and so that you can weigh these points and decide whether or not to perform the technique, we list the pros and cons:
| Advantages |
Disadvantages |
| Naturalness: the very precise filling gives a natural result in the eyebrows. | Price: unfortunately the technique, of Japanese origin, is still not one of the cheapest and that is a negative point. |
| Correction of defects: for those who have small defects in the eyebrows, filling with tebori is ideal to conceal the defects and leave the small strands with a more voluminous impression. | Semi-permanent: because it lasts a while on the skin, there may be regrets in the design of the filler or even in the color of the pigment, and in this case the removal is more difficult or you will have to wait for the pigment to dry. fade. |
| Day-to-day ease: as a semi-permanent technique, it eliminates the daily need to fill in eyebrows at makeup time. | |
| Pigment shades: with a wide range of pigment colors you can find a shade that looks natural with the color of your natural strands and your skin tone. |
How the procedure is done: step by step
For those who are thinking about having the microblading procedure to fill in their eyebrows and give them the most defined shape, we explain through a step by step how the whole procedure is done, so you will be prepared for every situation and will be able to understand better about this eyebrow pigmentation technique.
- The first step to start the technique is to define the visagism of the eyebrows, thus designing the shape that best suits the face and following the natural shape as a guide;
- If the color of the pigment has not been previously decided, this is the moment to define the exact shade to be used in the filler;
- After performing the visagism, an anesthetic is applied to the area to be pigmented to alleviate possible discomfort;
- Then begins the process of drawing thread by thread on the eyebrows. At this stage, the tebori gains the pigment and the threads are made through small cuts in the superficial layer of the skin, thus introducing the pigment into the skin. The threads are drawn according to the visagism orientation previously made and following the natural thread growth orientation;
- Finally, the area is cleaned and possible corrections are made.
Eyebrow Microblading Before and After Photos
And to inspire those who are thinking about having the microblading procedure, we have separated before and after photos of the eyebrow filler.
And lest you end up like Mona Lisa's work or insisting on daily filler with eyeshadow or pencil, here's a tip for another aesthetic treatment option that makes your day-to-day easier.
