You’re unhappy with your eyebrows and feel like you can’t do anything to make them look better. You’ve tried using different eyebrow products, but they never seem to last long or give you the results you want.
With powder brows, you’ll get beautiful, natural-looking eyebrows that will last for months. The artist will use a permanent makeup digital pen machine to insert PMU pigments into the top layers of your skin, creating a powdery eyebrow effect. This is a semi-permanent make-up procedure that is similar to microshading but with better lasting results.
What are powder brows and how does it work?
Powder brows is a semi-permanent make-up procedure that gives you natural-looking eyebrows that will last for years. The artist uses a digital pen to insert PMU pigments into the top layers of your skin, creating a powdery eyebrow effect. The intention is to mimic makeup on the brow.
This is a great option for those who want to achieve a more polished look, as it can give you fuller and more defined eyebrows. Powder brows are also a good choice for those who have sparse eyebrows, as they can help to create the illusion of thicker brows.
The Powder brows treatment typically lasts for around 3 to 5 years, after which the pigments will start to fade gradually. To maintain your powder brows, we recommend a touchup every few years to retouch the colour.
The benefits of Powder Brows
Powder brows give you natural-looking eyebrows that will last for years
- It can help to create the illusion of fuller brows
- The Powder brows treatment typically lasts for around 3 to 5 years
- Cut down on the time you spend in front of the mirror each morning
- Powder brows can be customized to match your hair colour and skin tone, so you can achieve the look you want.
- Look fresh without any makeup
- No more brow melt downs
How Does the Powder Brows Procedure Work?
Before Treatment
A thorough consultation starts our appointment to understand your unique requirements, style, colour, and lifestyle factors. This helps determine our custom-made design for each client.
We proceed to map and design brows to compliment your beautiful facial features and show you the design to approve. This step includes asking you to make different facial expressions, such as smiling or laughing. Our goal is to create beautiful brows that compliments your facial features; finding the perfect colour and shape for just your face is what we do best as experts in the field.
A strong anaesthetic is applied to the area to numb the skin and ensure that the procedure is comfortable.
During Treatment
Using a sterile, single-use needle, our brow specialist will delicately insert pigment into your skin in a shading method. The powder brows technique is much less invasive than other eyebrow procedures, and it will result in a more natural look. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your comfort during your treatment.
After the numbing is complete, the procedure will begin. The brow specialist will use a digital pen to expertly place fine pixels over the brow design area. The pixels are so fine that they create a natural-looking effect. Finally, the pigment is carefully deposited into the skin using a fine needle. The brow expert will match the pigment to your natural hair colour.
Most clients describe the procedure as a vibration/brow massage and fall asleep.
After Treatment
After your powder brows have been applied, it’s important to avoid makeup and skincare products in the area for at least 7 days. You may also experience some redness, but this will typically subside within a few hours. Our team will provide you with aftercare instructions to help you recover quickly and achieve the best results.
6 Weeks Touchup
A touchup appointment is scheduled for you in the salon after your initial appointment. The touchup appointment is important to evaluate the healing process, perfect some small gaps or adjust small areas if required.
After your touchup appointment, you’ll have beautiful lasting brows.
Powder Brows last 3 to 5 years, and varies from client to client. You are welcome to book your annual colour boost appointment to ensure you have beautiful colour and gorgeous brows all year around.
Powder brows before and after
Frequently Asked Questions About Powder Brows
What are powder brows?
Powder brows is a semi-permanent make-up procedure that gives you natural-looking eyebrows that will last for months. The artist uses a tattoo machine to insert PMU pigments into the top layers of your skin, creating a powdery eyebrow effect.
How long do powder brows last?
Powder brows typically last for around 3 to 5 years, after which the pigments will start to fade gradually. To maintain your powder brows, you will need to have touch-ups every year to second year.
How much do powder brows cost?
Powder brows done by professional brow specialists typically cost between R3000 and R4000, depending on the artist and the area you live in.
Is powder brows right for me?
Powder brows are a good choice for those who have sparse eyebrows, as they can help to create the illusion of thicker brows. It is also a good option for those who want to achieve a more polished look, as it can give you fuller and more defined eyebrows.
Powder Brows are safe for all skin types and all ages above 18.
How do I prepare for powder brows?
To prepare for powder brows, you should avoid any sun exposure or tanning for at least 2 weeks before your appointment.
Cease use of any retinol containing products 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
Inspect the brow area for any bumps, skin tags, moles, or discolouration, and inform us prior if you do find anything. We are not able to work over moles, skin tags or compromised skin.
Please avoid the following 24 hours prior to your appointment: coffee, aspirin, Redbull, blood thinners such as aspirin or ibuprofen. The listed items thin your blood and lead to the pigment being pushed out, it has an effect on colour retention and might cause uneven colour or poor retention.
Should you have been prescribed medication that contains any blood-thinning substances, please clear it with your medical professional first before ceasing of medication.
What can I expect during the procedure?
Powder brows are a semi-permanent make-up procedure. During the procedure, the artist will use a permanent makeup machine to carefully place PMU pigments into the top layers of your skin. The entire process usually takes around 90 minutes.
Most clients fall asleep during their treatment, we have a beautiful view and tranquil music for your relaxation during the treatment.
What can I expect after the procedure?
After the procedure, you may experience some redness and tenderness. These side effects are typically mild and should resolve within a few days. You will also need to avoid any sun exposure or tanning for at least 2 weeks after your procedure.
We will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions and aftercare ointment to aid the healing process for the best results.
It is recommended to avoid any makeup on the brow area, avoid exercise and keep the brows clean of any skincare products for 7 days.
How long does it take to recover from powder brows?
Powder brows are a semi-permanent make-up procedure, which means that you won’t have to worry about your eyebrows looking perfect all the time.
The healing process takes about 5 to 7 days. Clients do continue with normal day-to-day functions, and most clients do not need to take off from work.
Should you have an important function or special event, please not book your brow appointment within 7 days from the function as it is recommended to not have any makeup applied on the brow area within 7 days from your procedure.
Anything after 7 days are perfect to use makeup again.
Is it painful?
A strong anaesthetic gel is applied to the brow area before the procedure commences. Anaesthetic gels/creams have improved dramatically over the past few years.
With the application of permanent makeup, you will feel a tickling sensation on your skin as it is closely located to your nose, The process is very superficial.
Most people describe the process as a tickling sensation rather than painful.
Sensitive clients may drink two painkillers (no aspirin-containing) an hour before the appointment
Is powder brows safe?
Choose a saloon that follow strict hygiene levels. All equipment used should be individual, sterile, and disposable according to health & safety standards.
How will my colour look
Prior to starting with the procedure, we will analyze your skin type, colour, and requirements. We will discuss the target colour you wish to achieve, to which every client’s unique colour is expertly blended to achieve their desired results. As the skin heals fine scabs form, and some of the initial colour fades away. A before & after photo is taken to compare the colour after treatment vs. the colour retained after 6 weeks, comparing the results will help us determine the colour required at the follow up session.
All of our procedures aim only to provide a beautiful complimenting colour and design that looks natural every day. It removes discoloration, and adds definition and vibrancy to your facial features.
All our clients fall in love with their new transformed brows and we are excited to help you with your brow transformation journey.
Can I do powder brows over microbladed brows?
The short answer is yes. We suggestion you do a consultation prior to assessing what designs and options are available for you.