What’s the difference between microblading, combination, or the powder ombre technique, and what’s the best for your eyebrows?

Microbladgding

Microbladed brows look very natural because each stroke looks like real hair if it’s done correctly by an experienced professional. The technique is done with a handheld tool creating many hair-like impressions by implanting pigment strokes under the skin. The purpose of microblading is to replace individual hairs and to create a natural eyebrow look.  Microbladed brows are the least permanent of all Permanent makeup application techniques because of the shallow depth the pigment is implanted under the skin. Clients typically come back between 8-12 months for a color boost. Microblading is best for clients with thin or patchy brows, who want a subtle shape enhancement, regularly fill in their brows, and have dry or combination skin type.

Combination Brow

This technique is the combination of microbladed hair strokes and a powder fill that gives an incredibly natural-looking brow. It’s a bit more defined and filled in than just straight microbladed brows, and a bit less solid and dramatic than the powder ombre fill. All brows are customized specifically for each individual client based on your desired look. Typically lasts between 18-24 months but retention will depend on your individual skincare routine and situation.

Powder Ombre

The Ombré Powder fill method is more like a traditional tattoo and involves the application of thousands of tiny dots of pigment, inserted into the skin, gradually building up a color and defined shape
The results are longer-lasting and work with most skin types, including oily or combination skin. Clients come back for color boosts closer to the 18-24 months mark. The brow is also fuller and more defined or dramatic than with the hair stroke method.

If you are someone who fills in your brows regularly with pencil or shadow, then this is the method for you! It mimics the look of filled-in brows, without all the effort each morning.