Experts break down everything to expect.
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Interested in microblading, but prefer a more natural-looking option?
Enter: Ombre brows.
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What Are Ombre Brows?
According to Kitto, ombre brows is a cosmetic eyebrow tattoo done by shading in the eyebrow area.
The term ombre highlights the effect whereby the eyebrows fade from dark to light, she explains.
It adds definition and fullness to thin, sparse eyebrows.
The process goes as follows: Firstly, your eyebrows are cleansed and then mapped using brow measurement tools.
I even have an app that helps me check for symmetry, explains Kitto.
Secondly, your eyebrows are shaded using a complementary pigment shade.
This shading is done using a cosmetic rotary machine and needle.
The needle is moved along the skin, producing tiny pixels.
Then, the pixels are built up to produce definition and fullness.
Numbing is used throughout the entire process to ensure my client is comfortable, says Kitto.
Ombre Brows vs. Microshading
According to Kitto, ombre brows are actually a form ofmicroshading.
These are both forms of permanent makeup, but they produce different results.
Again, ombre brows are done using a needle that produces pixels on the skin.
Microblading, on the other hand, is done using a blade that creates hairstrokes.
How Long Do Ombre Brows Last?
Ombre brows can last anywhere from one to three years.
Because the pigment is deposited to the upper layers of the skin, it can fade over time.
How Much Do Ombre Brows Cost?
The cost of ombre brows differs from state to state.
In NYC, you might expect to pay anywhere from $500-$1,500 for this service.
The healing phase lasts anywhere from ten to 25 days after your permanent makeup treatment.
