The Brow Boom

On the journey to fuller brows...

choosing the right brow treatment is important. Eyebrows frame your face and add character to your facial features without us even realizing it. For example, have you ever used a funny filter that makes you have no eyebrows? Absolutely terrifying. With all the eyebrow treatments available today, it can be difficult to choose the right technique to give you the brows you’ve always dreamed of. While most treatments are a good way to add definition and shape, the small details are what make the difference. To help our readers out, we’ve compiled some of the most popular treatments on the market and how to figure out if it’s the best for you.

MICROBLADING

Microblading is a technique used to correct thin eyebrows with fine-point needles and semi-permanent pigment to give the illusion of natural, fuller-looking brows.

Brow microblading usually lasts 12 to 18 months, with touch-ups recommended every six to 12 months to keep the color fresh.

If you have oily skin, the color on your brows may fade quicker than other skin types, meaning you may need touch-ups more frequently. Microblading is a great option if you’re trying to get rid of thin brows, bald spots, scars, or other brow concerns.

LAMINATION TINTING Eyebrow tinting is the process of applying semipermanent dye to shape and define the brows. Brow lamination involves straightening and lifting your natural eyebrow hairs using a chemical solution, allowing the hairs to be redirected and set in your desired shape. The tint is made from vegetable dye or henna that is mixed in to match your existing shade, meaning you can get tinting done at salons or do it yourself with at-home kits. The result is fuller-looking brows that stay in place when brushed - it’s almost like a perm for brows! The process only takes around 15 minutes and the color can last from four to six weeks. Lamination lasts for about six weeks and is great for those who want to fix the appearance of their brows after a bad waxing or threading experience. Tinting works on all skin types and tones, but if you have gray or white hair, the process may take a little longer as gray hair is more resistant to color.

BROW EXTENSION

If you’re looking to add definition, volume, or shaping to your brows without committing, brow extensions could be a perfect option. Brow extensions are applied to the surface of the skin using glue and fibers. Each fiber is individually applied with tweezers and follows the growth pattern of your brows to create shape, which can take up to two hours. If the extensions are attached to existing eyebrow hair, they can last for up to a month, while extensions attached to the skin typically last up to two weeks.

POWDER BROWS

MICROSHADING

Powder brows, or ombre brows, is a semipermanent brow technique that results in soft, filled-in brows.

Powder brows typically last for 12 to 18 months and are accomplished with a digital machine that allows soft pixels of color to be layered onto the brows.

Powder brows are great for people with oily skin as the pigment lasts longer than microblading, and for people who already have full brows but want extra definition without having to fill them in daily.

Microshading is often considered microblading’s gentler sister, as this technique uses small points to shade in sparse areas. Microshading provides a more airbrushed and powdery brow look than microblading, though the two can be combined for the best of both worlds.

The effects of this technique last anywhere from one to three years depending on your skin type and touch-ups may be needed. This is a good option for someone looking to fill and even out the color of their brows. •