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What's the difference?

Microblading
VS
Nanobrows

Understanding Microblading: Tools, Process and Considerations

Microblading artists use a manual handheld tool equipped with approximately 16 small needles arranged in a straight row. This blade-like tool is pulled across the skin to create hair-like strokes, but its rigid design significantly limits artistic flexibility and precision.
During microblading, pigment is implanted between the epidermis and dermis layers of skin via the skin slices created by the microblade. Once these incisions are created, pigment is applied over the cuts, allowing it to seep into the open tissue.

What Are The Risks of Microblading?

The greatest risk of microblading is the potential for scarring over a prolonged period of time.

Consider this: All permanent makeup treatments require top ups to keep them looking as good as new. If you repeatedly slice open the same area of delicate facial skin every 1-2 years over a 30 - 40 year period, the integrity of the skin is going to become weak and sensitive, it's inevitable. Skin simply cannot withstand this repeated trauma without consequences.
Microblading is NOT suitable for all skin types, particularly those with oily or combination skin. When you have naturally oily skin, the implanted pigment mixes with your skin's natural oils and migrates beneath the surface, creating a blurred or 'block brow' effect. The catch is, this migration happens over time, so when you first have your treatment you'll likely love your new brows... the regret comes later!
The average healing period for microblading is 1 - 2 weeks. The cuts created during microblading form heavy scabs that can be uncomfortable and itchy.
The way a microblading tool is designed makes it extremely easy for even experienced artists to accidentally implant pigment at the wrong depth. Going too deep into the skin causes "blowouts" where pigment spreads underneath the skin. This can lead to blurry lines, pigment migration, and in worst cases, scarring.
Microblading tools severely restrict an artist's creative ability. The design of the flat, straight blade only allows for a basic stroke pattern, with little room for customisation. Most microbladed brows are very uniform in appearance, rather than varied in thickness and pattern, which makes brows look authentic.

The Bottom Line

While microblading may appeal to those seeking a budget-friendly option, it comes with risks that many don't consider until it's too late. This technique works best only on dry skin types and offers limited longevity and artistic flexibility.

When it comes to your face, it's worth investing in a technique that's safer, offers advanced precision and delivers hyper-realistic results.

Understanding Nanobrows: Tools, Process and Considerations

Nanobrows artists use a precise digital machine with ultra-fine needle cartridges (typically 0.16mm-0.33mm). which allows for complete control over depth, speed and pressure. This single needle configuration enables artists to create incredibly realistic hairstrokes that mimic natural brow patterns with unparalleled precision.
Nanobrows pigment is implanted using a gentle stippling technique. It's very similar to how body tattoo ink is implanted - except the depth of implantation for PMU is much shallower. The ultra-fine needle within the cartridge creates microscopic punctures that are barely perceptible to the human eye. Unlike microblading, the nanobrow technique implants pigment gently, without creating large cuts and traumatic wounds.

What Are The Benefits of Nanobrows?

Nanobrows poses virtually no risk of scarring because there are no aggressive cuts made in the skin. The gentle stippling technique works with your skin's natural healing process rather than against it, making it suitable for long-term maintenance without compromising your facial skin.
While microblading slices open the skin, allowing natural oils to mix with pigment during the lengthy healing process, nanobrows uses microscopic punctures that begin healing immediately. The majority of these tiny wounds will have already started closing by the time you leave your appointment. This rapid healing prevents oil interference which leads to blurry strokes and migration, allowing all skin types to benefit from the technique, regardless of your natural oil production.
Healing typically takes between 3 - 7 days, with minimal to nil scabbing. This gentle method creates far less trauma to the skin, meaning you can flaunt your new brows much sooner, with less aftercare requirements!
The digital machine provides complete control over every aspect of the procedure. Artists can adjust needle depth and pressure in real-time, ensuring optimal pigment placement. This precision significantly reduces the risk of "blowouts" and unwanted pigment migration.
Nanobrows allows for complete customisation of each individual hairstroke. Artists can vary the length, thickness, direction and intensity of every single stroke, creating incredibly natural-looking brows that compliment your unique facial structure and bone structure.

The result? Hyperrealistic brows that look just like your own home grown!

The Nanobrows Advantage

Nanobrows represents the evolution of eyebrow enhancement.

By combining advanced technology with artistic skill, this technique delivers results that are much safer, more natural and longer-lasting than traditional methods.

The precision and control offered by nanobrows is unmatched compared to any other technique. Each hairstroke is individually crafted to blend effortlessly with your natural hair growth and compliment your unique features - there's no standard template or a one-size-fits-all approach!

MOST importantly, you can maintain your defined and crisp hairstrokes for years to come, without compromising the health and integrity of your skin.

My Personal Experience with Microblading
and
My Moral Values

In 2018, I made the decision to have microblading done on my own eyebrows - a decision I deeply regret!

Despite having oily skin, I was assured by the artist that microblading was suitable for me. Within just six months, the pigment had migrated beneath my skin, leaving me with the dreaded 'block brow' shadow that completely changed the appearance of my face, requiring three laser removal treatments to remove the work.

It was only after this experience that I began researching worldwide techniques and become familiar with nanobrows, which is hugely popular in USA and Asia.
Celestial PMU was founded with a clear mission: to combine my passion for creativity with my commitment to positively transforming clients' confidence. I wanted to create a clinic where the public could access an artist dedicated exclusively to the safest, most advanced techniques available in the industry.

As both a professional in this field and someone who genuinely cares about my clients' wellbeing, I refuse to compromise on quality or safety.

This unwavering commitment is why I exclusively offer nanobrows to all clients seeking a hairstroke effect brow enhancement.

I believe you deserve nothing less than the best this industry has to offer.

Not Sure If Nanobrows Is The Right Choice For You?

If you're uncertain whether nanobrows is the right choice for you, please enquire using the link below.

At Celestial PMU, I take my time to understand your specific brow goals, learn about your everyday lifestyle and makeup routine and carefully assess your existing brows and skin type. This evaluation allows me to determine whether nanobrows aligns with what you're hoping to achieve, and ensures you have all the information needed to make a confident decision.

There's never any pressure to book a treatment at Celestial PMU - my priority is making sure you have all the information you need to choose the best solution for your brow goals.

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Microblading VS Nanobrows

Understanding Microblading: Tools, Process and Considerations

What Are The Risks of Microblading?

The Bottom Line

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Microblading
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