Nano Brows

The main difference between Nano Brows and Microblading is that the Nano technique creates hyper realistic hair strokes using a tattoo machine, whereas Microblading uses a hand-held tool with ultra-fine needles in the shape of a blade.

With Nano Brows, hair strokes are created by a fine needle which punctures pigment into the skin, as opposed to Microblading wherein a hand-held tool implants the pigment by a series of small scratches into the skin. What this means is that the dermis will incur less trauma, heal faster and retain pigment longer than with Microblading.

While Nano Brows are universally well-received by all age groups and skin types, they are said to be best suited for those with mature, thin, or oily skin.

The Nano Brow technique is a premium service that can only be performed by the most advanced permanent make-up artists.

Nano Brows are revolutionary in that they heal, age and retain pigment better than other permanent make-up treatments and cater to a wider range of skin types.

As mentioned in the service description, pigment is implanted into the dermis by use of a fine needle, causing minimal skin trauma which results in less discomfort and faster healing.

This service takes longer on average than a Microblading session and the lifespan of Nano Brows can be up to 2 years longer than that of Microbladed brows, when properly cared for post-treatment.

It is strongly suggested to avoid intense exercise, caffeine and alcohol at least 24 hours prior to your appointment.

Cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels, Botox injections and laser treatments can affect Nano Brow results and such procedures should be avoided 4 weeks prior (and post) your appointment. Topical ointments containing Retin-A or glycolic acid should also not be used 3 weeks prior and post the service to ensure the best healed results possible.

It is also recommended to bring a hat to your appointment to protect your brows from direct sunlight.

The Nano Brow service can take anywhere between 2.5 to 3.5 hours.

Hardly! The Nano Brow technique is considerably gentle. After the first pass with the nano needle and a secondary anaesthetic gel is applied to keep the are numb through the treatment.

As always, mild discomfort may occur but measures are always taken to ensure the process is as comfortable as possible.

A new set of Nano eyebrows takes two appointments to complete.

A 6-8 week follow-up appointment is needed to ensure that all the strokes are evenly saturated with pigment.

You cannot get Nano Brows if:

• You are under the age of 18

• You are pregnant/breastfeeding

• You have been using Accutane (or other acne medication that is not topical) within the last year

• You have allergies to Lidocaine/Benzocaine

• You are undergoing radiation or chemotherapy

• You have an autoimmune disorder, are immunocompromised or have difficulty healing

• You have diabetes

• You are on blood thinners

• You have an Iron deficiency

• You have any heart condition

Note that certain medications and skin conditions may interfere with the treatment, as well.

Should you have any concerns surrounding your eligibility, kindly email hello@studiotamsenrae.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

The healing process takes between 6 to 8 weeks, on average. Although everyone's experience is unique, the brows commonly appear very dark after the initial session but usually soften by around 20% once healed. A couple days after the initial appointment, most people see some light scabbing.

This is perfectly normal. The scabs will become dry and shed from the skin.

Once the scabs have naturally shed, the Nano Brows may appear very pale or grey in hue. However, around one week later the colour will return.

Typically the final healed results are revealed after 2-3 weeks.

Refrain from using skincare with active ingredients such as retinol, vitamin c, glycolic acid, other types of AHAs/BHAs, niacinamide and other brightening and/or anti-aging products on the brow area. =

It is highly recommended to apply broad spectrum SPF 30 to the brow area to prevent premature pigment fading.

Additional touch-ups can be done every 1-3 years to keep the detailing crisp and boost the colour.

Natural fading occurs due to external factors such as sun exposure, lifestyle and skincare regime, as well as internal factors like diet, medications and hormones which can break down the pigments as your body metabolizes them. Everyone can experience the fading process differently.

Typically, the colour of pigment fades to a dull ashy tone and gradually lightens with time. However, all pigment may never completely fade on its own.

Laser tattoo removal is a solution for anyone desiring to remove any unwanted pigment from any cosmetic tattooing.

Yes. However, if you have any concerns regarding allergies, a patch test can be made possible. Patch tests consist of implanting a fine line of pigment into the hairline, minimum 6-8 days before the appointment.

It easily can be. Tamsen will just swap out a design pencil she uses with a vegan product if you so choose. Just mention it and the entire service will be considered vegan.

If you are wondering whether your previously tattooed brows can be corrected you must first submit a clear, well-lit, make-up free photo of your brows to hello@studiotamsenrae.com along with a brief description of the brow you are hoping to achieve.

It is important to consider a few things when applying for corrective work:

• Not all previous work is eligible to be corrected immediately. In some instances laser tattoo removal may be required a minimum of 8 weeks before any new permanent make-up can be done. I.e: if the pigment from the previous tattoo is still too bold and deeply implanted and/or the previous brow shape falls outside the newly desired brow shape you may be advised to seek laser tattoo removal first.

• It is equally important to consider that, while we do our best to meet your personal brow goals, sometimes corrective work may require going outside the shape you desire to balance asymmetry and may also require deepening the colour of the brows.

• More often than not, combo/powder brows are the best option for cover-ups. Depending on the condition of your previous tattoo, Microblading/Nano brows may not be a viable option with corrective work as the previous tattoo may overshadow any realistic hair strokes that would typically be achieved with Microblading and Nano.