There’s no doubt fluffy, natural brows are having a moment. Forget the pencil-thin, overplucked brows of the 90s. Now it’s about embracing a fuller look that enhances your appearance. Introducing, Ombré Powder brows.
Between powders, pencils, tints and permanent makeup, there are so many options to help you get the perfect brows. One thing we’re loving right now is ombrè powder brows. This amazing new brow shaping technique gives effortlessly full and natural brows with just enough definition to give you that polished look. All while saving you precious prep time in the morning.
What are ombrè powder brows?
Ombrè powder brows are a type of semi-permanent makeup technique, similar to microblading. Using a specialised machine, hundreds of tiny dots of pigment are placed under the skin. The effect is a soft yet full finish that looks like you’ve filled in your brows with powder – without spending all that time in the mirror each morning.
Powder brows vs microblading
In many ways, powder brows and microblading are similar. Both use a semi-permanent makeup technique to give long-lasting results.
Microblading is done with a very fine hand-held tool to create strokes of colour that mimic eyebrow hairs. It’s ideal for filling-out existing brows and creating volume.
Powdered brows give a softer, more natural look. It’s more defined than microblading and is ideal for creating depth and adding colour. But you don’t actually have to choose. Both methods can be combined to create a custom look, fill in gaps, and add volume.
Are ombrè powder brows right for me?
If you’re after a bold, full brow, while cutting down your time spent getting ready in the morning, then ombrè powder brows may be perfect for you.
If you’re considering powder brows (or any permanent makeup for that matter) it’s good to do a bit of research first. Take a look at lots of before-and-after images of brows to see if you actually like the look of filled in brows (we have lots of images on our Instagram).
It’s also good to gather some brow-spiration of what you’d like to achieve. You can show these to your specialist to help guide them in creating your brows.
How to get ombrè powder brows?
The procedure itself is pretty simple but the whole process can take up to two hours. First, our resident brow specialist will sit down with you to assess your face shape and discuss your ideal brow look.
Before your treatment, we’ll apply an anaesthetic to the area to numb the skin before marking out the brow shape to make sure you’re totally happy with the placement and look. After this, we will begin applying the pigment to the brows, stopping regularly to check that everything looks good, while you lie there and relax.
Things to know before you go
There are a few things to know before you turn up at your appointment. You’ll need to take care of your skin in the weeks prior by avoiding excessive sunlight or tanning beds, and some types of skincare and other treatments. You’ll also want to stay off the alcohol and avoid certain medication for 48 hours beforehand. Retinol is a big no no for at least 6 weeks prior to having your brows tattooed or microbladed. It’s important not to use it anywhere on the face as retinol get’s into the blood stream and travels to other areas of the face such as the brows.
After your treatment, you’ll have to carefully follow the aftercare information to get the best results. This includes avoiding getting your brows wet for two weeks so the pigment can settle
under the skin. This might sound difficult, but your technician will give you tips so you can still shower and clean your face while keeping your brows dry.
We’ve got more on the pre-treatment and aftercare on our website. {link to these pages}
How long will my brows last?
Once you’ve gone through all that to get gorgeous brows, you want to know that they’re going to last. What’s great about the powder brow technique is that they actually last a relatively long time.
Because the pigment is placed deeper in the skin, it takes longer to wear and fade, compared to microblading. In fact, you can expect your powder brows to last from one to three years (yes, that’s years). All you need is an annual touch up to keep them looking on point.
Where to go for ombrè powder brows?
Trusting someone with your brows is a big deal – we’ve all seen the results of a bad brow job online. Rebecca, our resident permanent makeup specialist, has trained with Nouveau Contour, the leaders in permanent makeup, and worked as a trainer for Karen Betts and Nouveau Beauty Group for many years. She has performed hundreds of brow treatments, working with all types of clients to help them achieve flawless brows.
Want to know more about powder brows and find out if it’s right for you. Book in for a Permanent Makeup consultation at Rebecca Jaynes.
