Sustainable Beauty Solutions: How Microblading Offers an Eco-Friendly Alternative to Daily Brow Makeup

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Tanya Beauty Care/Lily May Mac

There are many ways we can be more eco-friendly. While there’s the obvious like making sure we recycle and use eco-friendly light bulbs, there are other, more uncommon ways we can be eco-friendly. Different industries, like the beauty industry for example, are shifting norms to become more sustainable.

So, what can we do to become more sustainable consumers in the beauty industry? One such area is through reducing the consumption of makeup by using semi-permanent options.

These days, microblading is becoming popular for many reasons. One reason is due to the fact it is more eco-friendly, as you aren’t required to purchase as much (if any) brow makeup, that could eventually end up in landfill.

So, what exactly is microblading and how does it offer an eco-friendly alternative to brow makeup? We go through everything you need to know about microblading in this article, keep reading to find out more!

What is Microblading?

Microblading is a semi-permanent form of cosmetic tattooing. Unlike traditional tattoos, where a tattoo gun is used, microblading uses a blade-shaped tool. The treatment can last anywhere between 12 to 30 months, depending on your skin type and hair colour.

The process requires a qualified technician and it is important you do your research before choosing your technician. This is a semi-permanent process, so you want to ensure only the best for you and your brows. 

High-quality beauty care studios, like Tanya Beauty Care for example, take the time to understand exactly what you are looking for, to deliver you the best natural-looking results for your brows by skilled, knowledgeable technicians.

Why Choose Microblading?

Many people opt for microblading because of the convenience it provides. It can be time-consuming to draw your brows on (or fill them in) every time you step out. With microblading, you don’t even need to think about your brows, which can certainly save you some time in the long run.

For most people, it’s about the convenience it provides, along with not needing to do anything to your brows to look good. Sustainability is another benefit, but many might not even realise it! You no longer need to carry around (or purchase) all the products to make your brows pop.

Is Microblading Actually Sustainable?

While on the surface, sustainability isn’t the main reason why people choose to invest in microblading, it is an added benefit. However, when you compare the typical process of purchasing brow makeup and everything else that goes into it, microblading comes out as the clear winner in terms of sustainability.

It is all relative though. So, if you’re the kind of person who has been blessed with naturally beautiful brows (lucky you!), then making the swap to microblading isn’t going to make that much difference from an eco-friendly point of view.

On the flip side, you might be the kind of person who needs a little assistance getting the perfect brows. This means you’re likely spending a lot of time and money, making sure your brows look perfect every time you leave the house. In this case, switching to microblading can be a more sustainable option.

By investing in quality semi-permanent eyebrow solutions, such as microblading, you are eliminating the need to not only purchase products for the daily application and removal of your brows (with the packaging and waste ultimately ending up in landfill), but you are also gifting yourself that extra time in your morning routine, as you can wake up with perfect brows every time.