topic Re: Eyebrows in Beauty

Eyebrows

bargainsgirl — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:27:38 GMT

Has anyone had their eyebrows tatooed? If so, how long does it last? I heard it is pretty pricey too. I have dark brown hair but now my brows are thinning and I have a few gray hairs in the mix. I am 65.

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kittyloo — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:32:11 GMT

i have heard mixed reviews on this. i think that some depends on your coloring, and who is doing it. i know i saw a case once on judge judy. can't remember the details.

know who is doing it, as in licensed, how many they have done etc.

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Carmie — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:37:43 GMT

My sister had it done years ago. It didn't last too long...les than two years. I don't know if the technique has gotten any better now.

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jlkz — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:47:22 GMT

@bargainsgirl

Not only does it last for maybe two years, but the skin will get rid of pieces of the ink placed below the skin- no matter how good you are with applying the salve.

Too, you will not be allowed to donate blood for one year afterwards.

Touch ups are expensive also.

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SilleeMee — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:59:29 GMT

I have very dark brown, nearly black brows. I started losing the tails and that is very noticeable when you have darker brows like mine. I started using a lash growth product (Careprost same as Latisse) on my brows and I can't believe how much that has made my brows fuller and my tails are back, too! I'm very happy with the results so far. I've been applying the Careprost for almost eight weeks now.

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fthunt — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 02:13:18 GMT

OMG - that Judge Judy case about the older lady and Japanese/Chinese studio..........that must have been 40 years ago. I'm not a fan of JJ nor have I watched her since (I must have had the flu with nothing to do)...............but I remember that show and the story goes..............woman wanted permanent TT eyebrows - operator did it but woman's face changed over time and with age". Woman not happy - JJ came down in favor of operator since she did what was asked without medical complications so not her fault woman aged and changed.

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phoenixbrd — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 02:18:51 GMT

@SilleeMee I always appreciate your posts...so informative. I think you were the poster who recommended bamboo extract for hair growth. I ordered it and take a small amount every day...it hasn't been six months yet. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

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Nonametoday — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 02:21:25 GMT

I know of several ladies who have had it done. One's turned green after a couple years. She had brownish blond before they started graying. Two others turned blue (navy blue, very noticeably navy blue). Each had very black eyebrows before losing them following cancer therapy. There are several whose looked very good but they continue having touch-ups. It is very expensive. I have a friend who gets her eyeliner tattooed but she refuses to do her eyebrows because she has seen so many failures. She has the money and has regular touchups for her eyeliner. Looks great. She has hers done in Houston, TX which she believes is the best based on what people have told her but she says even so, she has seen some eyebrows that did not do well. It might depend on the condition of the skin, the health of the patient and a variety of things.

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Enders — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 02:27:32 GMT

My SIL had her eyebrows tattooed about 8 years ago and she has never been happy with them. The ash brown color has barely faded in that time. You may want to consider microblading your eyebrows.

My eyebrows are very thin- I’ve recently started using an ultra fine light grey Sharpie on my eyebrows and I love it! My hair is dyed a light silvery ash blonde. I draw individual hairs. I first used light brown but it was too auburn for my taste.

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StephfromIdaho — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 03:08:19 GMT

Yes, I love mine.

What you you need to know; they are about $400 -$500, that includes one complete session and a fill in after 30 days. You need to get them refreshed every year or so, depending on how you feel about them. The refresh is not included in the original $

they do use a numbing jell but it still hurts. It’s like little tiny razors cutting into your skin.

Don’t drink coffee before the procedure, they’ll bleed more

i have very light brow, both color and amount of hair, dark blonde hair and went with a taupe color. They have made a big difference in my face and I feel like I look “cute” first thing in the am!

Go on Pinterest and see the different shapes and decide what works for you, have the technician draw them on so you can see what they’ll look like.....Remember, they will look too dark for abput 10 day, then the scabs come off and voila, you are a movie star.

Lastly, research the techs in you area and ask to see photos of their work.

Yikes! I was giving you information on microblading NOT tattooing! So sorry.

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Katcat1 — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 03:35:33 GMT

@bargainsgirl Do you realize how painful tatooing is? Either fill in with a pencil and if that is not enough, use a product like IT Cosmetics or Doll 10 where it makes you look like you have eyebrows. I now fill my in, in certain places with a pencil. Mine are still pretty full but not like they use to be and I am 68. Have a good day tomorrow.

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CinNC — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 12:33:27 GMT

I had mine done almost 6 -7 years ago. I went to a person who charged $600 - used to work for a physician. The first session was informational and she did a patch test w/the ink. One of the things that prolongs them is not using sunscreen or other creams on your brows. And wearing a hat when in the sun.

My tails wore off a few years ago but the front is still noticable but fading.

I loved it!!!!!

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LindaSal — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:13:46 GMT

I had microblading done which is a much better solution than actual tattooing. After losing my brows to chemo I went to a licensed estitician and had them done. First for a consult and test the area, then they measure your bone structure on your face and draw the outline on. After your approval they start the procedure. My cost was $500 which also included a 30 day touch up. I will go back after one year and touch them up again. They do fade a bit but it's the best $500 I've ever spent. It is so liberting to always have a nice brow!!! It stings a bit but well worth it.

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pommom — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:19:02 GMT

Haven't had to consider doing anything with my brows. They're naturally arched and still full. The tatooed ones I've noticed are a dull gray on some, uneven on others and look unnatural.

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Kirsche — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 15:39:28 GMT

Had mine tattooed on a couple of months ago. I am 75, silver/white short hair and naturally dark eyebrows that lost their volume and tails a long time ago. Best decision! My new medium silver/gray brows have added definition to my face. Compliments from people who know I had it done, or from those I tell. Even with numbing gel, sure was a bit “ouchy”, particularly on the arch, but not excruciating. Took about an hour after I approved the preliminary drawn on ones. I was emphatic about wanting a very fine, not thick, tail and definitive arch. Got what I wanted. Went to licensed person, who’s been doing brows for years. Back for touch up after 30 days...$500 + tip.

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Rose429 — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 15:59:18 GMT

I am thinking of doing microblading on my brows. I think it looks more natural instead of just a line of tattoo. Look at it on u tube if you haven't already. I am a little scared but trying to work up my nerve.

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Trix — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:08:47 GMT

@fthunt wrote:
OMG - that Judge Judy case about the older lady and Japanese/Chinese studio..........that must have been 40 years ago. I'm not a fan of JJ nor have I watched her since (I must have had the flu with nothing to do)...............but I remember that show and the story goes..............woman wanted permanent TT eyebrows - operator did it but woman's face changed over time and with age". Woman not happy - JJ came down in favor of operator since she did what was asked without medical complications so not her fault woman aged and changed.

@fthunt There have been cases on Judge Judy in recent months regarding gone wrong eyebrow tattooing. Like dog bites, former lovers fighting over shared finances and possessions, and roommates fighting over broken leases, bad tattooing and hair weaves seem to be among the types of cases which keep the small claims court programs on air.

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wagirl — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 17:00:06 GMT

My BFF got hers tattooed and it looked weird for awhile. She's had them re done 2 more times to tweak them. She shudders at the procedure, and the healing time . I wouldn't do it myself--I am pretty good at drawing mine on. The cost for her is a few hundred $$ each time. She goes to a very highly - reputed person too. It last for awhile but will need touch ups too. I think its been 2 years that she has been working on them.

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Sweet_Serenity — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 17:06:48 GMT

GF had microblading and looks incredible, no one would be able to know.

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fitfuninformed — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 18:34:34 GMT

Microblading is the way to go. I just commented on another post here in the thread about least favorite beauty task and it was doing my brows daily for sure!

My microbladed brows are virtually undetectable - so, so natural. I cannot recommend this technique enough. Best thing I did (for myself) ever!!!