Many trends come and go, and in the middle of a shifting fashion landscape, many of us are left to wonder if the newest look actually suits us.
This is never more true than in the case of brows. Anyone who’s accidentally over-plucked knows that the shape and appearance of your brows can define your whole face. The color and weight of your brows can add strength to your face, frame your features, and make your overall look either softer or more severe.
Over time, we’ve seen huge fluctuations in eyebrow trends. It’s thick brows, then thin. Now natural, then carefully sculpted. And the big swing from almost-nonexistent thin brows to thick and full ones in the past few years has left quite a few people wondering how to get volume in their over-plucked brows.
Considerations for Brows
The most important thing to remember is that not every trend is your best friend. If you have naturally thinner brows, thin brows just might complement your face better than heavy Lily-Colins-style brows. However, many people who still like rounded or arched eyebrows will find that they’re able to add more fullness while still keeping a shape that they like.
Although “Instagram brows” swept our newsfeeds in 2016, it’s clear to see that celebs and fashion runways are ignoring the return of the ultra-stenciled look and instead opting for softer, more natural brows that complement their face shape and add some strength to the overall balance.
The Rise of Microblading
Thanks to the return to thicker, fuller brows, we’re seeing a major trend in beauty, and that’s the popularity of microblading. Unlike some other forms of “permanent makeup,” microblading provides a perfectly natural look that mimics the appearance of natural hairs.
Microblading is a great procedure for many people because it doesn’t have the same intimidation factors as some other cosmetic procedures. There are no alarming machines, the ink doesn’t go as deep as normal tattooing, and it’s not painful at all. In fact, many people find the procedure quite pleasant. In order to foster a soft, natural look, microblading avoids the use of stencils, instead filling in and enhancing an individual’s natural shape.
However, because microblading has become so suddenly popular, it’s important for people to do their homework about the technician administering the procedure. Standards for certification aren’t high across the board, so you could go to someone with far less experience and training and get substandard results if you’re looking for a deep discount.
Here at Barr Aesthetics, we offer microblading from one of our highly skilled specialists as part of our comprehensive skincare and beauty services. If you’re looking for professional, beautiful results for your brow goals in the Salt Lake area, give us a call today!
