Casa London: What is microblading?
STEPHANIE: Microblading is a type of semi-permanent makeup, which involves creating the appearance of simulated eyebrow hairs using specific tattoo pigments. This is done by superficially placing these pigments in the epidermis using a choice of specialized blades and shading needles. This manual method can be used to create fine hair strokes resulting in a very natural look.
Casa London: Is microblading for every one?
STEPHANIE: There are many factors in creating beautiful brows. I usually start with brow mapping and a skin consultation, because the quality of one’s skin greatly affects the results of microblading – thickness, fragility and how oily or dry the skin is will dictate how deep the pigment should be implanted. I also consider the client’s lifestyle: do my clients want brows for a certain event or a specific date? I recommend booking an appointment at least 3 months prior to an important event as it does take 6-8 weeks of healing after each of the two sessions. The skin will go through a complete healing process, including a flaking stage. Absence of water, sweat and steam should be observed for the first week. Other factors to be considered are cost (which is an investment similar to the monthly purchase of prestigious cosmetic products) and pain tolerance (although this should be quite manageable). I use a two-phase pain management technique for all clients; minimal discomfort is experienced.
Casa London: What is your business philosophy?
STEPHANIE: The beauty industry is often divided amongst artist’s individual technical skills and personal working preferences. Loreen and I are both equally passionate about our clients and our quality of work. We believe our services create confidence in our clients’ daily beauty routines. Loreen and I share many clients and we want to foster a casual, fun and non-judgmental community of women who are comfortable in their own skin and not ashamed to explore different beauty trends and services.
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