The Realistic technique uses a delicate and precise tattoo machine to dot thousands of times per minute creating lines that mimic natural looking hair-strokes. Pigment retention is better with realistic machine brows vs the micro-blade manual technique because there is less trauma to the skin, less scaring and color migration. This technique offers best results for normal, dry, non-oily skin. Touch ups still may be required.
Micro-blading uses a manual blade to cut the skin and insert the pigment into those tiny slits of the skin. this technique is often misused in regards to depth, and causes the lines to “blow-out” or migrate under the skin over time. The Realistic technique uses a delicate and precise tattoo machine to dot thousands of times per minute creating lines that mimic natural looking hair-strokes. Pigment retention is better with realistic machine brows vs the micro-blade manual technique because there is less trauma to the skin, less scaring and color migration. Touch ups still may be required.