Call it a beauty-tech revolution, if you will.

Meet the Experts

What Is Nanoblading?

Who Should Get Nanoblading?

Nano blading eyebrows on woman model

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fish oil and vitamin E supplements for 24-48 hours before your appointment unless medically necessary."

Key Takeaways

The Pain

One point to not stress over?

“Nano brows can be mildly uncomfortable but is rarely considered painful or unbearable,” Otsuji confirms.

However, proper aftercare can help minimize these effects.

“The colored pigment may degrade over time, so touchups are occasionally needed,” says Otsuji.

Dr. Garshick recommends cleaning brows with agentle cleanser, but to avoid excessive moisture, to prevent pigment loss.

Dr. Murphy-Rose recommends applying an ointment like Aquaphor orVaselinewhile healing to keep the brows hydrated.

Microblading and nanoblading are similar, but since nanoblading uses a smaller needle, its results are more precise.

Nanoblading can also be less irritating because the needle marks are smaller and shallower.

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