One of the most effective ways to create the looks you love is by styling your brows. Eyebrow trends have evolved a lot over the years, and there’s a wide range of methods for polishing, enhancing, and shaping your brows so they feel bold, defined, or sleek.
One of the most popular methods trending today is brow lamination, but how does this new practice hold up against the tried-and-true methods of brow styling, like microblading?
When it comes to female lifestyle content, 10PM Curfew has you covered. Today, we’re bringing you a closer look at the ways to style your brows and how to find the method that’s best for your lifestyle.
What Is Microblading?
If you’re sick and tired of filling in your brows every day before you leave the house, microblading might be the method for you. It uses a technique similar to tattooing for a semi-permanent effect, so you can get the dark, full, and defined look to your brows that gives you confidence all day long.
If you’re a little squicked out at the idea of getting an eyebrow tattoo, don’t worry. The general approach is the same, but the tools and impact are a little different.
Microblading doesn’t use the same kind of ink as traditional tattoos, and it focuses exclusively on the surface of the skin rather than getting below the surface for the permanent tattoo look. It also uses a small, bladed tool made up of tiny needles rather than a tattoo gun.
What Are the Benefits of Microblading?
There are many reasons to consider microblading when the time comes for a new brow look. Here are just a few.
It Looks Natural
Thanks to small needles on the bladed tool, microblading allows for a really natural-looking brow style. You can have your technician draw on the brows as full or as thin as feels right, and you can really achieve definition and sharpness, depending on your preference.
Thanks to the pigment and the blading tool, microblading produces a natural-looking eyebrow effect that will enhance your beauty and help you to feel confident all day long.
It’s Good for Thin Brows
It’s actually better to practice microblading if you have small or thin brows. While this method can be useful for adding pigment or depth to your brows, it’s best for people who start with minimal hair. Too much thickness or hair in the brows to start can actually make the effect look less natural.
That said, this is an efficient and easy way for people with thinner brows to get the looks they like best.
It’s Somewhat Painless
Beauty is pain — or so we’ve heard.
While microblading isn’t completely painless, you likely won’t feel much more than discomfort during the microblading process, similar to the way it feels to tweeze the brows.
Of course, it all depends on personal preference and comfort, but the process is relatively quick, and you won’t need to deal with the irritation for very long. Your technician will likely numb the area to begin with, and there are products that can help to support healing after the process is over.
It's Long-Lasting
For anyone who feels like they’re in a cycle of doing their makeup each and every day, microblading can save you a lot of time and worry. You’ll be able to skip the brows when it comes to your morning routine, thanks to the long-lasting capacity of microblading.
Depending on your skin type, you can expect microbladed brows to last between one to three years, though you will want to schedule a touch-up every year to a year and a half.
It Can Save You Money
Brow styling can cost a lot. Let’s face it, all styling can cost a lot. With microblading, however, the long-term use you get out of the style can actually save you money over time. While the process can range significantly in price, it typically starts around the $500 mark.
Since you’ll only need touch-ups every one to one and a half years, however, and you’ll only need to get the process applied from scratch every one to three years, depending on your skin type, you can end up saving a lot on brow work and care. That also includes savings on products since you won’t need to worry about filling or tweezing your brows as much after microblading. Money for the next manicure, yes, please.
What Is Brow Lamination?
Another option for getting the brow look you love is brow lamination, which is a trend that’s really growing in popularity today.
Essentially, brow lamination works similarly to the process of perming your hair, only it’s for the brows. It uses a chemical product to relax the brows, during which time your technician will go in and straighten or smooth them, and then the look is set.
What Are the Benefits of Brow Lamination?
These are just a few of the reasons this look has become so popular and why you’ll want to try it out for yourself today.
It Looks Great
Lamination is an easy and accessible way to get the look you really love. Your technician will actually reset the direction of your brow, which means it’s possible to achieve a lot of different shapes and styles, and lamination can help to add volume and fullness to your brows.
It’s also great because you don’t have to redo your preferred look every morning since lamination is set. This type of look is also very elevated and chic, and you can dress it up or down for a wide range of events and activities throughout your day or week.
The Process is Non-Invasive
While lamination does rely on the use of products to achieve the final look, it’s relatively non-invasive. You don’t have to worry about the recovery process for the most part, and there’s little to no pain associated with the process. In addition to being non-invasive, lamination is also not permanent.
While it’s long-lasting, similar to microblading, you won’t need to worry about the look going out of style or being stuck with a brow style that just doesn’t feel like your own.
It's Good for Sensitive Skin
There are many benefits to microblading, but you do want to be careful of the process if you have sensitive skin or if your skin irritates easily. This may include breakouts and cystic acne, but other skin conditions like keratosis pilaris, as well. Microblading can be a little too intense for people managing the effects of pre-existing skin conditions or sensitive skin.
You don’t have to worry about that as much when it comes to lamination. If you have sensitive skin, it’s important to let your technician know since they’ll want to do a patch test with the chemical product. That said, most of the time, you’ll be able to move ahead with the process since it’s less invasive and irritating than other brow styling processes.
You Can Change It Up
Brow lamination is a good option if you want to simplify your beauty routine but still like having choices.
Typically, lamination lasts six to eight weeks, depending on your environment and how you care for the look, which means it’s easy to adjust your style as the seasons or trends change. While it’s not quite as long-lasting as microblading, it still gives you hold and long-term wear that makes it that much easier to get out of the house in the morning.
Conclusion
There are many different ways to get the brow looks you love and to embrace the latest trends when it comes to fashion, styling, and makeup. But the best style and application is going to vary a lot from person to person, so how do you know which brow look is going to be best for your lifestyle and fashion needs?
10PM Curfew is here to help you get started with a closer look at the trending styles all our favorite influencers are trying out today, including microblading and lamination. Microblading is a process similar to tattooing and has the benefit of being long-lasting, effective, and useful for people who have thinner or shorter eyebrows. It’s been a staple of the beauty industry for some time, and it’s easy to see why.
By comparison, lamination is relatively new on the scene, and it’s a less-invasive method for getting the full, defined, and chic brows you love. When you get your brows laminated, you’re essentially getting them permed, and the process is relatively non-invasive. It lasts up to two months, which means you can enjoy your favorite brow styles without the fuss.
Learn more about how you can pick out the perfect beauty looks and methods and how you can get involved with the 10PM Curfew team today and head out into the world with confidence tomorrow.
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1920 to 2021: Looking Back at the Curious History of Eyebrow Trends | Vogue Arabia
Microblading and the Science Behind it | PMC
What Is Brow Lamination? - Eyebrow Lamination Cost, Process, Explanation | Harper's Bazaar