Tired of filling in your brows every morning? Semi-permanent eyebrow makeup is a longer-term option worth understanding before you book — here’s what’s actually involved, from the first appointment to touch-ups down the line.
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Semi-permanent eyebrow makeup deposits pigment into relatively superficial layers of the skin to create the look of fuller, more defined brows. Unlike traditional tattooing, the pigment is placed more superficially and typically fades gradually over time, which is why touch-ups are often part of maintaining the look.
Freshly done brows typically appear darker and more defined immediately after treatment, then soften as they heal over the following weeks. During healing, it’s important to:
A follow-up touch-up appointment is typically recommended a few weeks after your initial session to refine the shape and color once healing is complete.
Because the pigment fades gradually over time, most people return for touch-ups periodically to maintain the color and shape — how often varies by individual skin type, technique, pigment, and lifestyle.
A topical numbing agent is used to keep the process as comfortable as possible. Most clients describe mild discomfort at most.
The color appears more intense right after treatment and softens as it heals. The healed result is easier to assess after the initial healing period, and a touch-up may be used to refine the shape or color if needed.
There are several techniques used for semi-permanent eyebrows, including microblading and other forms of cosmetic micropigmentation, each with a slightly different look and process. Your practitioner can walk you through which approach best suits your skin type and desired result.
Meet Sua Baik, our permanent makeup practitioner, or book a consultation at Queen’s Therapy in Coquitlam.
