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What Happens 2 Years After Microblading?

Published in Microblading Outcomes 2 mins read

Two years after microblading, many individuals find that the initial crisp appearance has significantly deteriorated, often looking undesirable, and the results can be surprisingly permanent, posing challenges for correction.

Long-Term Appearance of Microblading

After approximately two years, the aesthetic outcome of microblading often changes considerably for many individuals. The fine, hair-like strokes that once mimicked natural brows can lose their definition, appearing blurred, discolored, or faded unevenly. This deterioration often leads to an undesirable look, with some experiencing the brows appearing awful or severely compromised in appearance.

Considerations for Permanence

While microblading is often marketed as semi-permanent, fading over time, it is highly possible for the pigment to remain in the skin permanently. This means that even if the appearance degrades, the pigment might not completely disappear on its own, leading to a lasting cosmetic issue that requires intervention.

Challenges in Correction and Redesign

Addressing undesirable microblading after two years proves to be challenging. Simply attempting to cover the old pigment with a new technique, such as a powder brow, is not easily achieved. The existing pigment's color, saturation, and placement can interfere with new applications, making effective correction or redesign difficult without specialized removal or neutralization treatments.

Below is a summary of the common outcomes and challenges associated with microblading two years post-procedure:

Aspect Description
Appearance Often deteriorates significantly, becoming blurred, discolored, or uneven, leading to an undesirable or "awful" look for many.
Permanence Despite being considered semi-permanent, there is a strong possibility that the pigment remains in the skin permanently, not fading away entirely.
Correction Difficulty Fixing or covering the aged microblading (e.g., with a powder brow or new strokes) is not easily done due to the existing pigment's properties, requiring complex approaches.