Why didn't your eyebrow tattoo show up?

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Natural beauty has been a trend for the last few years. It is for this reason that more and more women are turning to eyebrow hair tattooing rather than permanent tattooing. Eyebrow tattooing using the hair method is similar to permanent tattooing in terms of application technique, since the same paints and tools are used. The idea is that individual hairs are painted with paint. This method of tattooing allows eyebrows to look natural. The result depends on the cosmetologist who performs the procedure. It is important to choose the right shade and technique.

Types of hair tattoo

The hair tattoo method appeared relatively recently and has already become very popular.
Eyebrows look as natural as possible even when viewed closely. There are two types of hair tattooing:

• The European method consists of applying small, short strokes, equal in length and thickness, from 0.5 to 1 cm. All strokes are directed upward with curved tips towards the bottom. Eyebrows take on a curved shape and look neat and natural. Correction is recommended to be carried out once every 2 months;
• The Eastern method differs from the European one in that the strokes are not the same in length. The cosmetologist creates the impression of maximum naturalness by directing the hairs at different angles, but only upwards. Sometimes they can intertwine and go beyond the overall eyebrow pattern. This technique is more complex and requires certain skills from the cosmetologist. Correction is recommended once a year.

The quality and durability of the pigment depends on the country of origin of the paint.

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There are several techniques by which hair tattooing is applied:

• The manual method involves microblading. It is performed using a nozzle, which has a built-in ultra-thin blade. The hairs are applied in the form of micro-incisions, in which the pigment enters the skin. The method is considered traumatic. With this technique of execution, you need to carefully choose a master, since you can get the opposite result instead of beautifully drawn thin hairs;
• The hardware hair technique is less traumatic, since the pigment is introduced into the skin not with the help of linear cuts, but with many micro-punctures. The disadvantage of this technique is that the hairs are not as clear as with microblading;
• Sometimes masters resort to a mixed technique, which consists of the artist drawing the hairs and shading them. The method is the most expensive of those listed, as it requires high qualifications and a lot of time.

The deeper the pigment is introduced, the longer its color lasts. Here it is important to correctly calculate the depth, otherwise, if you introduce the pigment very deeply, you can get bright, rough eyebrows.

Made in Russia

– Anna, why do so many women in Russia just wear terrible permanent makeup?

– In fact, this is a question not only for Russia, in any other country in the world you will see even more victims of permanent makeup. The thing is that for some it is a form of art, a calling, and for others it is a way of making money. Typically, salons or young professionals are not ready to invest a lot of money in equipment, pigments, and training. Therefore, most beauty salons employ cosmetologists who, as one of the procedures, do permanent makeup using the cheapest pigments using Chinese pens. Many people think that this is an easy business that quickly brings in a lot of money, but in fact, you need to invest a lot of effort, time and money into this business. Therefore, take note of the following rule: good masters cannot make an appointment “for tomorrow”! A good master should have an appointment for at least three months in advance. If it's not there, it's strange. In addition, the average cost of permanent makeup in Moscow is 15,000 rubles. Did you see it cheaper? This is already suspicious.

– When tattoo victims come to you, is it difficult to redo the poor-quality work of other artists?

- Difficult. Most often, we send such a client to remove what was done using a YAG laser. But women who have already had their face ruined once are, as a rule, not ready to repeat permanent makeup, they are scared, and in principle, this is completely natural and understandable. Only after some time, when they can see good results of the work and trust a specialist, is it possible to perform new, high-quality permanent makeup. Therefore, do not trust your face to just anyone, because the consequences can be very serious and for life!

Who is it recommended for?

Eyebrow hair tattooing will help correct many aesthetic defects. Also, given the current pace of women’s lives, it helps save a huge amount of time when doing morning makeup. Cosmetologists recommend using this method in the following cases:

• Thin and sparse eyebrows;
• Eyebrow hairs grow unevenly;
• Asymmetry in the length or arch of the eyebrows;
• Not satisfied with the shape, including the rise;
• Scars in the eyebrow area;
• The presence of empty spaces in the eyebrow area;
• Correction of poor quality eyebrow work.

For those with oily skin types, the hair method is not suitable. The effect will last much less and frequent correction will be necessary.

Indications

Hair tattooing of eyebrows is indicated in such cases as:

• sparse eyebrows;
• fine hairs;
• light and almost invisible eyebrows;
• unsuccessful early corrections (for example, constant plucking or shaving);
• scars in the eyebrow area and areas where hairs do not grow for some reason;
• complete absence of eyebrows.

Pros and cons of eyebrow tattooing

The eyebrow hair tattoo procedure has both advantages and disadvantages.
For the most part, women turn to this type of tattooing in order to correct cosmetic imperfections or, simply, improve their appearance. The advantages of the procedure include:

• Saves time when applying makeup;
• Elimination of visible visual defects of eyebrows;
• You can emphasize your individuality and look natural;
• The result lasts quite a long time;
• You can model any shape you want.

There are also negative sides. These include:

• Service cost;
• The result depends directly on the professionalism of the master;
• Local anesthesia is not always able to completely eliminate pain;
• With frequent correction, fibrosis of the subcutaneous tissue may develop;
• The eyebrow artist may turn out to be unprofessional and expensive pigment removal will be required;
• If the master does not properly handle the instruments, you can contract extremely dangerous diseases, one of the first is hepatitis;
• Using low-quality pigment may cause lines to blur or change color.

Contraindications

There are a number of contraindications to the hair tattoo procedure. Unfortunately, many women neglect them. Most of these contraindications can affect not only the final visual result, but also the state of health in general. Before carrying out the procedure, it is better to consult a cosmetologist. This method should be abandoned in the following cases:

• Dermatological diseases;
• Prenatal period;
• Menstruation (lower pain threshold);
• Diabetes;
• Problems of the hematopoietic system;
• Herpes;
• Viral, bacterial and fungal diseases;
• Oncology;
• Epilepsy and neurological diseases;
• Individual intolerance to one of the pigment components.

Temporary side effects include redness, swelling and swelling. There may be slight itching during the healing process of micro cuts or punctures.

Preparing for eyebrow tattooing

Preparing for the eyebrow tattoo procedure does not require any effort from the client; he is only advised not to drink alcohol, spicy food or medications that affect blood clotting the day before the procedure.
The master must consult the client to find out the following before the procedure:

• State of health, to exclude contraindications;
• Determine skin type;
• Model eyebrows based on facial features;
• Choose the desired shade.

After this, the skin is treated with a disinfectant around the tattoo area. Next, the sketch is drawn with a pencil and anesthesia is applied.

To select the desired shade, the master can mix several colors. One color never works. It should be understood that there are certain rules in choosing the appropriate tone:

• For brunettes, choose cool shades of dark brown;
• Warm chocolate colors are recommended for brown-haired women;
• For those with ash-colored hair, a gray-brown shade is suitable;
• For blondes - light honey colors.

Progress of the procedure

The tattoo procedure does not take very long.
More is spent on preparation, consultation and selection of forms and materials. It is necessary to agree on all the nuances and wishes of the client in order to achieve the desired result. The procedure can be divided into several stages:

• Stage 1: Consultation with a specialist. Taking into account the client’s wishes, photographs or drawings of eyebrow shapes are selected, as well as the color of the pigment;
• Stage 2: Treatment of the eyebrow area. If there is decorative cosmetics, then it is removed with professional cosmetics. Disinfection of the affected area;
• Stage 3: Sketching. Eyebrows are drawn with a cosmetic pencil according to the approved sketch. It is adjusted until the client’s complete approval;
• Stage 4: Application of local anesthesia. Pain relief is carried out using an anesthetic cream or lidocaine injection;
• Stage 5: Application process. The paints are mixed to obtain the desired color and the drawing begins.

The tattooing process can take about 40-60 minutes.
During this time, the master applies the main amount of hairs. After this, the client evaluates the result. If adjustments or additions are required, the master corrects the defects and then continues work. After completion of the procedure, there may be slight swelling and redness, and sometimes ichor is released. Such side effects disappear after a few days.

Important: instruments must be sterilized, and the package with the needle must be opened in front of the client.

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Negative consequences

Eyebrow tattooing can lead to negative consequences. These include the following:

1. Too bright eyebrow color. The final result of this procedure can be assessed in about a month. On the first day, the eyebrows have a very rich shade, which can frighten the girl . Don't worry - after a while the color will become less saturated.
2. Wrong eyebrow shade. In some cases, you can get unpredictable consequences - for example, a pinkish or gray tint. Unfortunately, no specialist can predict what result the interaction of the dye with the skin will give. In such a situation, there is a need for correction. In most cases, the black color of the dye changes significantly, so artists try not to use it for tattooing.
3. Irregular eyebrow shape. To prevent such a result, the artist must make a sketch directly on the face. It must be carefully examined and symmetry assessed. You should not draw eyebrows that are too wide or deviate significantly from the natural line.
4. Hair growth disorder. Some women experience that after completing the procedure their hair growth stops. This is most likely a consequence of stress, since permanent makeup should not affect these processes.

Eyebrow care after the procedure

After the eyebrow tattoo procedure, careful and competent care is necessary. For the first few hours after the session, it is necessary to soak the released ichor with cotton pads so that it does not dry out on the eyebrows. After the ichor has stopped oozing, apply any antiseptic ointment.

A crust forms on the eyebrows. During this period they will itch. You cannot rip or comb your eyebrows. It is recommended to apply moisturizer before going to bed.

The healing period for eyebrows depends on the regenerative abilities of the body, usually from one week to three. During this period, it is important not to wet the tattoo, not to peel off the crusts, and not to apply decorative cosmetics over it.

Effect duration and correction

The need for correction depends on various factors. It happens that not everyone needs it. Sometimes correction is resorted to to add brightness to the color or adjust the shape. Tattoo correction is carried out no earlier than a month later. And it involves the same care as after the first procedure.

Factors influencing the durability of tattoos:

• Skin type. For those with dry and normal skin, the tattoo will last for 2-3 years;
• The properties of dyes are another important factor. German-made paints last six months to a year, American-made paints last 2-3 years. Professional tattoo ink lasts up to 10 years;
• Durability also depends on the depth of pigment introduction into the skin. The deeper the color is introduced, the longer it retains its brightness;
• The individual characteristics of the body affect the shade of the pigment and how the body perceives it. Some reactions to the procedure that cannot be predicted.

What happens to eyebrow tattooing after a few years?

Many people compare permanent makeup to tattoos. There is an opinion that, as a consequence, after a few years, instead of eyebrows, a faded tattoo will remain on the face, disappearing into the blue. These two manipulations are united by one principle of application. During tattooing, the skin is pierced with a needle to a shallower depth. The dye does not remain in the epidermis for a long time - after 3-5 years it will disappear.

Over time, under the influence of external factors (sun, water, cosmetics), eyebrow dye fades. The pigment tends to fade unevenly - this is perceived as an irreparable side effect of the procedure.

The use of permanent eyebrow makeup can have serious consequences for a person. To avoid this, you should carefully choose a tattoo artist and salon, and also follow all recommendations after the procedure. This will allow you to avoid unpredictable reactions of the body and serious conditions.

Reviews with before and after photos

As already mentioned, before you decide to get eyebrow hair tattooing, you need to find a good specialist in this field to avoid unpleasant consequences.
The result depends 95% on the professionalism of the master. For the most part, clients are satisfied with the new look of their eyebrows. Elena, 28 years old:

I have been doing eyebrow hair tattooing for about four years now and undergo correction once every 2 years. Each correction is very painful for me, even anesthesia does not help. The eyebrows heal in about a week. I'll have to go back for another session soon, but the result is amazing and worth it.

Anya, 27 years old:

For me, the hair method procedure was actually a salvation. I always struggled with choosing the color of the pencil, and in the summer it would spread or smudge from an accidental touch. Now I have a wonderful shape and a gorgeous color!

Lisa, 25 years old:

I got my eyebrows tattooed a little over a week ago. I found a very good master. She quickly helped me choose both the shape and color. The procedure was completely painless! For three days I smeared my eyebrows with a special ointment. My crusts were small and almost invisible. I was very pleased!

Nastya, 29 years old:

A month ago, at a tattoo parlor, I had a hair tattoo on my eyebrows, which I ended up greatly regretting! I went there because a friend of mine did my eyebrows there and it was very good, and the price was very low. After the scabs came off, it turned out that the eyebrows were not the same in length and had different heights. I had to fix it. Yesterday I visited a good salon and they redid everything for me. It was very painful, despite the anesthesia. Conclusion: don't skimp on yourself.

Anya, 33 years old:

I had my eyebrows done using the hair method a month ago. I didn't experience any pain at all. The crusts fell off after a week and, as the master warned, half the color was gone. They became just as light as I wanted. Now I don’t have to draw my eyebrows with a pencil for an hour in the morning, I’m just happy! I'll go for a correction in a week. The main thing is to find a good master and you will be very satisfied.

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The essence of eyebrow tattoo

The time it takes to create permanent makeup varies significantly for each artist. Here, a lot depends on the chosen tattooing technique, on how experienced the specialist is, and how quickly he can agree with the client on choosing the optimal eyebrow shape. The opinions of the artist and the client about the tattoo option do not always coincide. In all other aspects, the procedure follows a standard algorithm. In total, applying a tattoo, along with discussing the form and the work itself, takes about one and a half to three hours. During this time period the master manages to:

• Agree with you on the shape and color.
• Perform preparatory steps and treat the skin.
• Give anesthesia.
• Create markings on the face by drawing dots, the so-called permanent makeup base.
• Introduce coloring pigment.
• Treat the skin after the procedure and tell about the rules of eyebrow care.

It happens that the client is not always satisfied with the result of permanent makeup, and the eyebrows created by the beauty salon master do not meet expectations. This situation can arise for several reasons. First of all, you should remember that after the tattooing procedure is completed, the shape of the eyebrows will not seem graceful, not to mention the thickness and color - they can even be very disappointing. However, there is no reason to worry here, since at this stage such an appearance is considered the norm. Tattooing does not give an effect immediately; it takes some time. The eyebrows will acquire the desired shape and color immediately after the healing process is completed. The crust will come off and they will be completely restored.

It is believed that the healing stage of eyebrows after tattooing is completed after about 4-5 weeks. That is, in a month they will become exactly as intended. During the healing process, the crust will fall off, and the thickness of the eyebrows will decrease significantly. Changes will also affect color, since the manifestation of pigment does not occur immediately. Remember that with permanent makeup, as with any operation, superficial swelling occurs. Because of it, the shape of the eyebrows changes, and it takes time to restore it.

We recommend that before visiting the salon, read reviews about the work of the master. It’s better to find out in advance about the quality of the service and how long it takes for eyebrow tattoos to fade. Also ask whether sanitary standards are observed and whether there are certificates for the provision of appropriate services.