What Are Nano Brows?
You may have heard the word nano used in measurement, but in the world of permanent makeup, Nano Brows or just ‘Nano’ is the term we use to describe several digital device hairstrokes combined to achieve a hyperreaslistic cosmetic eyebrow tattoo. Nano brows are just beginning to popularize in the US compared to Europe, Canada, and Asia where the technique has its roots.
So how does Nano differ from Microblading? The key difference is the technique. Microblading can have a very similar result, but it is a manual technique in which a pen-like device called a microblade is used. See my previous post all about Microblading here. Nano uses a machine and cartridge configuration much like a traditional body art tattoo. Nano is more suitable for oily, textured, and mature skin types. The way the ink is deposited into the skin can cause less trauma to the skin than microblading. It also seems to minimize pigment migration in oily skin types. In oily skin types or really active skin, pigment particles tend to spread (or migrate) which makes the lines look blurred over time. So while the hairstroke can appear really crisp and realistic right after the brows are done, months later, they tend to eventually spread and blur making the brow appear more like a powder (or filled in makeup) brow. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it’s good to understand so you know what to expect. The pigment can still migrate in Nano, it just tends to migrate less.
I personally love a challenge…so Nano it is. Ha! But seriously, I love the results I’ve been getting with the Nano technique. I pride myself in being one of the few artists bringing this incredible, globally popular, technique to TX. I can really customize and hone in on tiny details…it makes me a better problem solver for people really desiring a natural looking brow. It takes natural looking to a whole other level!
I hope you find this information useful! At Sun Siren Brow, my mission is to make every client feel beautiful and confident about their brows. I strive to offer the best techniques this global industry has to offer in my humble Round Rock, TX studio. I love hearing from you so if you have any questions feel free to send a message to hello@sunsirenbrow.com.