Precision hair-stroke brow tattooing for natural, full-looking brows. Performed under medical oversight at Beauty Beehive, 101 St Georges Road, Glasgow.
Microblading is a manual semi-permanent makeup technique in which a fine, hand-held blade is used to deposit pigment into the superficial dermis, creating hair-stroke impressions that closely mimic the natural brow hair. The result is a beautifully defined brow that appears textured, dimensional, and entirely natural — far removed from the solid, drawn-on look of older brow tattooing methods.
At Obsidian Clinics, every microblading treatment is delivered under the medical oversight of our Nurse Prescriber, ensuring the highest standards of clinical safety, skin assessment, and pigment selection. Your initial appointment includes a detailed consultation, topical numbing, precise brow mapping and design, and the full microblading application — followed by a mandatory review and touch-up appointment at 6–8 weeks.
Microblading results typically last between 12 and 18 months, after which a colour refresh maintains the vibrancy of the brow. Results vary depending on skin type, lifestyle, and sun exposure. Oily skin types may experience faster fading than dry skin types; our practitioners will advise on realistic longevity expectations during your consultation.
Your Obsidian practitioner assesses your skin tone, existing brow hair, and desired shape. Pigment colour is carefully selected to complement your colouring.
Using precise measurement techniques and symmetry tools, your brow shape is mapped and drawn for your approval before any pigment is applied.
A professional topical anaesthetic cream is applied to the brow area and left to take full effect, ensuring your comfort throughout the procedure.
The microblading blade is used to create fine, controlled hair strokes in the superficial dermis, depositing pigment at the correct depth for long-lasting, crisp results.
Detailed aftercare instructions are provided. Your 6–8 week touch-up appointment is scheduled before you leave to allow for any refinements as healing completes.
Microblading typically lasts between 12 and 18 months, depending on your skin type, lifestyle, and sun exposure. Oily skin types may notice faster fading, as sebum can break down the pigment more quickly. A colour refresh treatment is recommended annually to maintain the result. Your practitioner will discuss realistic expectations during your consultation.
A professional topical numbing cream is applied before treatment and left to take full effect. Most clients describe the sensation as mild scratching rather than pain. The numbing cream significantly reduces discomfort, and your practitioner will check in with you throughout the procedure to ensure you are comfortable. A small proportion of clients choose not to use numbing cream and still find the treatment tolerable.
In the first few days, the brows appear darker and more defined than the final result. By days 3–5, light flaking or peeling may occur — this is normal and should not be picked or scratched. By day 10–14, the colour will have softened by 30–40% and may appear to have faded significantly; this is part of the healing cycle. The final result is assessed at the 6–8 week touch-up.
Microblading can be performed on oily skin, but results may not last as long as on dry or normal skin, as excess sebum can cause the pigment to blur or fade more quickly. Our practitioners will discuss the most suitable technique for your skin type at consultation — powder brows or combination brows may be recommended as a more durable alternative.
A mandatory review and touch-up appointment is scheduled at 6–8 weeks after your initial microblading session. This is included in your treatment price and allows for any colour adjustments, gap-filling, and shape refinements as the healing process completes. It is essential for achieving the best possible result.
Microblading creates individual hair strokes using a manual blade, producing a natural, textured brow effect. Powder brows use a machine technique to create a soft, ombré shading effect, similar to a filled-in brow pencil. Powder brows are generally more durable, particularly on oily skin, while microblading offers the most natural finish. Combination brows blend both techniques for a dimensional result.
Book your microblading appointment at Obsidian Clinics, Beauty Beehive, Glasgow. Medical oversight included.
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