Unlike a regular tattoo, micro-blading is a form of tattoo artistry where pigment is implanted under the upper layer of your skin with a manual handheld tool instead of a machine. The micro-blading technician uses individual strokes to mimic hairs and so give a natural appearance.

Micro-blading is perfect for those who want to fully reconstruct, define, reshape, cover gaps or scaring, or fill-in over plucked brows.

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As part of the process for micro-blading it is essential that a consultation process is undertaken. Here you will be made aware of before and aftercare requirements, will go through risk and hygene procedures, will agree on the shape, colour and style and ensure that you are comfortable with the process.

This is a vital step and as the client you should never be afraid to voice your opinions or to say 'This is not for me'. The consultation process can take up to 30 minutes. The micro-blading can take up to 2 hrs depending on the agreed on style, shape and colour although a general rule is that it will take about 1hr.

Micro-blading is a semi permanent process. The pigments are introduced into the upper level of the epidermis and as such as your skin rejuvenates and is replaced the pigments will move with the growth of your skin and fall away as part of your dead skin. This process can take from 1 to 3 years depending on the individual and how quickly their skin is replenished. Age and/or dry skin usually result in the micro-blading lasting longer than youth and oily skin.

With any process which involves abrasion to the skin there are risks associated with the process and there are circumstances where the risks associated with micro-blading mean that a qualified and trained technician will tell you that they will not undertake the process. This is why you generally have to fill out a life history prior to undergoing the process.While all technicians should ensure that the highest standards of hygiene and sterilisation are occurring in the workplace. It is also vital that the customer should not be afraid to ask in relation to this.

If you are suitable for micro-blading and you have a suitably qualified and trained technician who implements the necessary quality, health and hygene requirements then the process is generally very safe. You may experience redness and some discomfort immediately after the process (although most customers say it's the little itches which are the most annoying as you can't scratch or rub your eyebrows for a week) and there may be minor short term scabbing associated with micro-blading, but your technician will tell you how to manage these issues.