Thick, bold eyebrows are the most in style right now. If your brows are naturally sparse, however, creating this appearance can be very difficult, so you may be thinking of getting microblading or eyebrow feathering to simulate it. But how can you choose which course of action is best for you? For those with naturally full brows seeking a more natural look, eyebrow feathering may be a perfect option. Here’s all the information you need to know about the procedure.
Eyebrow Feathering: What Is It?
As per Autumn Estelle, Benefit’s National Brow and Beauty Authority, eyebrow feathering is a less permanent form of microblading than standard microblading. She says, “Eyebrow feathering involves making tiny incisions into the skin’s epidermis with a sharp blade, followed by the application of a dye on top.” “This fills in any sparse areas in your brows by giving the appearance of individual soft hairs.”
If you’re not familiar, microblading is a type of cosmetic tattooing that is only partially permanent. “A blade-shaped instrument is used to draw on the brow hairs, creating the illusion of full brows. This process typically lasts a year or longer, according to her. Conversely, the period of feathering might range from nine to eighteen months.
Microblading vs. Eyebrow Feathering
Are you unsure of the best brow treatment for you? It truly depends on the natural shape of your brows, says Estelle. She says, “If you have thin brows, microblading might be the best option for you because it allows you to draw the arch shape that you want and create a more permanent, fuller-looking brow.”
On the other hand, Estelle suggests using feathering if you already have full brows and are only trying to fill in a few scant gaps—which most of us have. “When you need a little extra brow love, feathering allows you to draw on fine, natural-looking hair in those areas.”
What Is The Price Of Brow Feathering?
Although each studio determines its own fees based on geographic factors, a whole treatment should cost you between $1200 and $2500.
Does Brow Furrowing Cause Pain?
Although everyone has a different threshold for discomfort, the good news is that brow feathering doesn’t have to hurt. “Your brow technician can apply a topical anesthetic before starting the procedure to ensure you are comfortable if you are nervous about the level of pain,” the technician explains.
Brow Feathering Upkeep
To prevent fading, treatments like feathering and microblading may need maintenance and touch-ups. Like any tattoo, microblading can fade into strange and unattractive shades of red, blue, and even green (like tattoos that have faded over time),” Estelle explains to me. It’s advisable to completely avoid these therapies if this worries you.
But, cosmetics can also be used to correct any fading and create a similar effect. Estelle loves to use the Micro Filling Brow Pen from Benefit. “You may revive your microbladed brows to a more natural hue by simply tracing the faded and damaged strokes with your preferred shade! The pen offers the most natural color wash that will mix in perfectly with your microblading because it is an ink.
