Microblading VS Eyebrow Transplant: Procedure, Results and Costs

Bold and defined eyebrows brows are a trend today and there are many treatments in the Philippines that allow you to achieve it! Some go for microblading while others choose eyebrow transplant. Are you unsure on which one you should get? Let their differences speak and help you decide!

Procedure

Eyebrow microblading is a form of cosmetic tattooing best for people with ample to thick brows. It is performed by an aesthetician using an embopen (a handheld tool complete with a nanoblade) which creates superficial cuts to the brow area, and special pigments (that match the natural hair color) which are deposited to the skin to create a hyper-realistic brow tattoo. The procedure lasts for about two hours.

Meanwhile, eyebrow transplant in the Philippines is performed by doctors for people with sparse to no brows at all. It is a surgery and may take up to six hours to complete depending on how much new hair is placed. Usually, doctors use about 300 hair grafts per brow and these are carefully transplanted one by one. The whole treatment involves determining the size and shape of your desired brows, examining your natural hair, taking donor hair from your scalp, and then implanting them into your brow area. Once transplanted and healed, the grafts will grow and behave like your natural brow - creating an authentic look.

Results

The major difference between microblading and eyebrow transplant is that the former is a cosmetic tattoo while the latter is composed of authentic hair strands. Microblading fills in eyebrows using fine inked lines, which give the illusion of hair. The only downside is that results do not last as long as a traditional tattoo. The colors and lines will gradually fade and will completely disappear in a span of one to three years. Unlike in eyebrow transplant, new hair grafts are strategically placed in your brow area. These grafts will grow new brow hairs, resulting in a fuller and healthier look. The results are also permanent and you only need to undergo one procedure, though touch-ups may be done if you require more hair density.

Costs

In figures,  microblading significantly costs cheaper than transplant. This is because it is a quick fix while the other one is a long-term solution. You can get the semi-permanent makeup tattoo procedure done with the help of an aesthetician for just Php10,000-Php20,000. On the other hand, eyebrow transplant is a meticulous surgical process and is performed by doctors. The cost of the procedure depends on your doctor, your location and how much hair needs to be placed. It may costs anywhere from Php100,000-Php300,000. On determining what procedure you should get, think about the look that you’re going for and your budget.

Achieving fuller and healthier brows is now possible with these methods available in clinics in the Philippines. Visit a clinic near you and consult a professional about microblading and eyebrow transplant today!