Helping men ease into the beauty world with eyebrow tattooing

by Paul Reid

Quite honestly, when I heard that I would be interviewing someone who did eyebrow tattoos, the first image that came to mind was of a woman with a thin dark line (more or less) that maybe looked like it had been drawn on with a sharpee. Do you see it?

That may have been the case 20 years ago, but, wow! I want you to see for yourself, here in these photos, the incredibly detailed and realistic brows that Brenda Ton, permanent makeup tattooist, is able to create with a process called “microblading.”

Their cosmetic tattoo services focus on the eye area because it makes such an impact in overall facial harmony. Using a fine detail technique and application, Brenda works with her clients to help them get the brows or liner suited to their face shape and features to truly bring out one’s unique and natural beauty.

According to Brenda, there is a growing trend of eyebrow tattooing for men in Vancouver. Really, guys, Brenda?

“Yes! Guys! I’m happy to let you know that men are finally realizing the power of

Eyebrow tattoos : Continued from page 1 good eyebrows. And trust me, it’s not just about making them look good to the eye—it’s about making them feel confident, so they can shine bright and be the best version of themselves.

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Over the years, I’ve noticed a steady increase in the number of men coming to my studio for hair stroke eyebrow tattooing. This treatment is becoming increasingly popular among men of all ages and backgrounds, as they seek to achieve a more defined and natural look. However, many men are still shy about pursuing beauty treatments and are often afraid of being judged for doing so.

“I work closely with my male clients to make sure they feel comfortable and welcome. This lets them be themselves and try different beauty options without worrying about judgment. Through my work, I’ve learned that men who get eyebrow tattoos often say they feel more confident and put-together, which can help them in their personal and professional lives.

“I believe that more people need to see that beauty is for everyone, regardless of gender, and that men should not feel shy or ashamed about pursuing beauty treatments that can help them feel more confident and self-assured. In my Chinese culture, they say eyebrows can determine your luck in life.”

As an artist specializing in SUPER natural beauty tattoos, Brenda is all about helping her clients to look and feel their best.

Brenda continues, “Doing this for the first time can feel intimidating, so we’ll walk you through the entire process. And even though we use medical-grade equipment and hygiene is important, it’ll feel less clinical and more like going to the spa, but with results that bring joy way longer than a great massage does.

“People like beauty tattoos because they save time and energy in the mornings and every time you do your makeup, so you can focus on what matters— whether that’s your beauty sleep, more time with loved ones or simply doing things you enjoy. Meaning: less fuss, more fun, maybe even more makeup-free days.”

Earth Day at Trout Lake

Calling all Earthlings! Earth Day is back at Trout Lake. Join us for some good GREEN family fun while learning how to be better stewards of our environment.

Enjoy some live music, play games, make crafts, do a nature hunt, join a workshop or just educate yourself from one of our visiting informational booths.

Free event but please register for workshops.

For all ages.

Saturday, April 22, 11 am–2 pm

Saturday, April 22 from 11 am to 2 pm

Celebrate Earth Day and Fight for Our Future

Saturday, April 22

Last year Socialist Alternative Youth and students from New Westminster Secondary School hosted the Earth Day march and rally with participants from Indigenous activists, unions, young people, university and high school students and speakers from COPE. As the need for action on climate change is greater, there will be a bigger rally this year.

On Saturday, April 22, gather at Clark Park (1500 East 14th Avenue at Commercial Drive) at 11:30 am and march to Grandview Park to listen to speakers on climate change and the role of the working class in preventing it. Climate campaigners, young people, trade union activists, and many others will be gathering that day in person to send a clear message – we demand action for the climate now.

Socialist Alternative Youth has groups in Victoria, at SFU and Douglas College, as well as in other parts of Canada. Socialist Alternative Youth realizes that capitalism is incapable of providing a society where Black, Indigenous, people of colour and the wider working class can have a good quality of life on a healthy planet.

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