A Small but Significant Change That Can Transform Your Impression with Semi-Permanent Eyebrows

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This is Mutel Plastic Surgery.

There are several factors that affect your overall impression, but among them, eyebrows play a major role to the point that just a small adjustment can change the feeling of the entire face.

In other words, eyebrows are not simply a part of the face, but a key element that shapes your impression and mood.

In busy daily life, drawing your eyebrows every morning is both inconvenient and difficult.

So as an alternative, more and more people are seeking to create new eyebrows that suit their face through the “semi-permanent eyebrow” procedure.

In this post, we will explain in detail the principles, process, and precautions of the semi-permanent eyebrow procedure performed at Mutel Plastic Surgery.

What kind of procedure is it?

As the name suggests, this procedure creates eyebrow shapes by injecting pigment that remains semi-permanently within the skin.

It leaves color by injecting pigment at the boundary between the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin, and the dermis beneath it.

Compared with tattoos that are permanently etched for life, there are differences in the nature of the pigment (semi-permanent) and the injection method, so the color naturally fades over time and can be retouched to match trends.

Compared with older semi-permanent eyebrow techniques, the dark and unnatural look immediately after the procedure has been reduced, and technically it is now possible to create a more realistic eyebrow appearance by expressing each hair strand.

A representative method is the “emboss” technique, which uses a fine blade to draw thin, hair-like strokes that resemble real eyebrows. Because the pigment is matched to skin tone and hair color, the biggest feature is that it looks naturally like your own eyebrows.

What does the process look like?

First, the process begins with designing the optimal eyebrow shape based on the individual’s face shape and proportions.

This design stage is very important. Not only must the eyebrows themselves be beautiful, but they must also harmonize with the various features of the face.

Once the design is complete, the procedure begins after sufficient numbing ointment anesthesia. The average procedure time is about 60 to 90 minutes, and immediately afterward the eyebrows may appear darker, but you should avoid getting water on them for 3 days. As the scabs peel off after about 1 week, the eyebrow color naturally settles.

During this recovery period, avoid washing the eyebrow area or exposing it to hot and humid environments such as saunas, as this may cause the pigment to fade early.

The duration of semi-permanent eyebrows is about 1 to 2 years, depending on individual skin characteristics and lifestyle habits.

Usually, a retouch procedure is performed within 3 months after the procedure to further refine the shape and color.

Precautions by individual skin type

The recovery after semi-permanent eyebrow procedures can vary depending on skin characteristics and type.

Oily skin has more sebum, so the color may spread or fade after the procedure. Taking this into account, the procedure is often done with a slightly darker color than usual.

On the other hand, pigment enters dry skin evenly, but during the recovery process, scabs may form and fall off, which can cause partially uneven color development, so proper moisturizing care is important.

If you have sensitive skin, a patch test is performed before the procedure to check whether you experience itching or a red reaction to the pigment ingredients.

What should you be careful about?

The most important thing in any procedure is “hygiene.” After semi-permanent eyebrow procedures, many shallow wounds are created, so the area is relatively vulnerable to infection.

The use of sterilized tools and disposable products is essential, and after the procedure, it is best not to touch the area with your hands.

If you think the color is too dark immediately after the procedure and wash or rub it right away, too much pigment may come off, reducing the effect, so be careful.

Eyebrow shapes also go through trends, so following trends appropriately is important, but above all, it is important to consult with a specialist and decide on an eyebrow shape that suits your face shape well, as this can improve overall satisfaction with the procedure.

In closing...

The most important factor when choosing semi-permanent eyebrows is the design sense and skill of an experienced practitioner.

Even when using the same technique, differences in design, the angle and length of the eyebrows, thickness, and tail line can completely change the overall impression.

Therefore, work with an expert who can clearly understand and analyze facial proportions and harmony to find the eyebrows that suit you best.

From the pre-procedure stage, carefully assess the face shape, proportions, and skin condition before consulting to receive the best semi-permanent procedure, and afterward, follow the aftercare guidelines thoroughly to achieve a better impression and the convenience of daily life.

That is all for today’s post from the Yongsan Dermatology Clinic, and we will come back next time with more useful information.

This was Mutel Plastic Surgery.

Thank you.