Micropigmentation for Eyebrows vs Microblading

For those that want semi-permanent solutions to
adjust their brows, have a set make up look or manage other concerns, there are
lots of options. Microblading and micropigmentation are two great options.
Let’s explore each option and the difference between them. 

What is
micropigmentation?

Micropigmentation, also known as permanent
makeup, permanent cosmetics or cosmetic tattooing, is a cosmetic procedure used
to improve or replace lost colouring on your skin. Micropigmentation is most
often used on your face – to enhance eyebrows, eyelashes, eyelids (as eyeliner)
and lips. It’s also used to camouflage or improve scars, even out skin
colouring and restore colour to areas of skin that have lost color.

Micropigmentation may be used for the following:

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Minimizing the appearance of scars

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To replace hair in cases of
thinning hair or baldness

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To enhance the appearance of
eyebrows, replace the loss of eyebrows due to aging or medical conditions

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To camouflage depigmentation (lack
of colour) of the skin due to vitiligo

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To recreate an areola (the
pigmented area around the nipple) following breast surgery

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As semi-permanent makeup
(eyeliner, lip color, semi-permanent foundation)

What is
microblading?

Microblading is a tattooing technique in which a
small handheld tool made of several tiny needles is used to add semi-permanent
pigment to the skin. Microblading differs from standard eyebrow tattooing
because each hairstroke is created by hand using a blade which creates fine
slices in the skin, whereas eyebrow tattoos are done with a machine and single
needle bundle. Microblading is typically used on eyebrows to create, enhance or
reshape their appearance in terms of both shape and colour. It deposits pigment
into the upper region of the dermis, so it fades more rapidly than traditional
tattooing techniques, which deposit pigment deeper.

Microblading artists are not necessarily tattoo
artists, and vice versa, because the techniques require different training.

The results of both micropigmentation and
microblading are cosmetically satisfactory and they are safe procedures.
However, microblading is a relatively safer technique. This is because, in
microblading, the pigment is only deposited in the superficial layers whereas
in micropigmentation the pigmentation is deposited into the deeper layers of
the skin. There is also a higher risk of an allergic reaction to the pigment
and infection with permanent makeup. In microblading, the pigments used are
much safer. Both procedures can result in pain, swelling, redness, bruising and
scabbing after the treatment, which usually resolves in a week. Since
microblading doesn’t last as long as micropigmentation, first timers may try
microblading initially to get a feel for the new eyebrows before going in for a
longer lasting procedure.

When deciding which option is best for you, find
a qualified professional to give you an assessment of your needs and recommend
which one to go with. Microblading is specifically for eyebrows where
micropigmentation has a variety of uses so you may go with it if you need
something other than eyebrows done.

A great cosmetic clinic will have expertise on
both procedures so they can help you get the results you desire.