HELPING YOU DECIDE BETWEEN BROW TREATMENTS

Microblading has been the most popular eyebrow tattooing treatment for a while.

But there’s a new cosmetic tattoo technique that’s transforming brows with more refined, natural results.

You might have heard about the new kid taking over the block, nano brows.

Also known as nanoblading, nano brows are proving popular in salons around Australia (and worldwide).

But microblading isn’t going away.

In fact, Beautiful Concepts microblading training courses are more in-demand than ever, and our graduates are realising their potential in a booming industry.

Let’s look at the pros and cons of microblading and nano brows to help you pick a preference.

WHAT IS MICROBLADING?

Microblading is a semi-permanent tattoo technique used to enhance the shape and texture of eyebrows.

Brow artists use a machine that bundles 10 to 15 fine needles into a blade shape to deliver pigment into the skin.

The result is small strokes that look like natural hair.

With the proper training and care, microblading is relatively painless and achieves lasting, natural-looking results.

WHAT IS NANOBLADING/NANOBROWS?

Nanoblading, or nano brows, is a newer, more precise semi-permanent makeup technique.

The idea is similar to microblading. However, nano brow tattooing uses a single fine needle for accuracy and texture.

Smaller needles mean less pain and bleeding, which is part of the reason nano brows are fast becoming popular.

SO, WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MICROBLADING AND NANOBLADING?

When it comes to transforming your brows, the answer is…not a lot.

Both microblading and nano brows use tiny needles to deposit pigment into your brow, so the game-changer often comes down to your artist’s eyebrow tattoo training.

THE LOOK

Microblading uses more rigid needles and can create a bolder look, while nano brow tattooing can achieve a more natural, crisp result.

THE PROCEDURE

Both cosmetic tattoo treatments are similar:

• Follow our pre-treatment advice to prepare
• Your artist will design personalised brows
• Next, they use a semi-permanent makeup tool to craft your brows
• Local anaesthetics (numbing creams) are used for your comfort

Remember that eyebrow tattooing is an art form.

Set aside two to three hours for the consultation and treatment, and only trust a beauty therapist with demonstrated experience.

THE TECHNIQUE

Professional semi-permanent makeup artists will dedicate a good amount of time to your initial consultation before picking up a needle.

They will employ everything they know about brow shaping, dermal theory, pigment selection, and client comfort to design personalised brows based on your beauty goals.

THE RESULTS

Everyone heals differently. Expect some flaking and itchiness in the first few days, and follow your artists’ aftercare advice closely to ensure your new brows heal properly.

When healed, microblading can last for 12 to 18 months, while nano brows can remain for up to 3 years with regular touch-ups.

THE PRICE

Nanoblading is a little more expensive than microblading because it requires a more nuanced technique and specialised training.

Be aware that some salons charge high fees for consultations and touch-ups, which could blow out your brow budget.

Alternatively, you can get a 75% discount on semi-permanent makeup by applying to be a brow model for students enrolled in Beautiful Concepts’ microblading course and nanoblading course.

COULD AN EYEBROW TATTOOING COURSE BE YOUR NEXT CAREER MOVE?

If you’ve read this far, you’re probably interested in learning about microblading and nano brow tattooing.

Why not consider learning the art from Australia’s leading beauty training academy?

Beautiful Concepts offers eyebrow tattooing courses, including microblading training and nano brow training, in a simulated salon environment.

You’ll learn one-on-one from an industry expert and practice on live models before graduating with a complimentary starter kit and nationally recognised certificate.

For more information and enrolment dates, see our training courses.

It has been almost a year since the last edition of FIFA World Cup. Merely a year back, we all were glue to television screen seeing the various teams contending for winning the FIFA World Cup title.

Apart from giving an identity in the field, a sports uniform is a symbol of a team’s character and reflect their national background. In addition, it adds an element of style in the players which grab attention of the audiences. The supporters enjoy seeing their beloved players wearing the elegant uniforms with logos and custom patches of renownedbrands.

Below, we list some of the most recognized uniforms that viewers have seen on a football field. They got praises for their visual appeal and uniqueness.

1.    Mexico(1998)

The kit of Mexican team in 1998 FIFA World Cup was a brainchild of ABA Sport. When it was shown to the Creative Head of the team, he rejected it for its weird pattern. It used Aztec calendar in the green which was the lead color in the Mexican flag. It was later approved by the Creative Head, and it turned out to be of themost striking uniforms that Mexican players wore in a world Cup.

2.    Brazil (1970)

The five-time champions of the FIFA World Cup, the attire of the Brazil continues to look appealing to the eyes. The yellow is the thing in their uniform as it captures your eyes for its higher tone. it was the 1970’s uniform of Brazil that made a significant impact on the event.

The 1970’s World Cup was the first title of FIFA that was televised in colors, so it rapidly attracted the interest of the masses. Not just Brazil won the title, they also won hearts of the viewers with theirsuperbattire.

3.    West Germany (1990)

The year 1990 was a landmark year for the West Germany. It brought the World Cup to the country. And it was the year when East Germany and West Germany unified.

The 2018 World Cup uniform of West Germany was inspired from the Brazilian kit of1990World Cup. It used various colors from the uniform that were featured in the 1990 FIFA World Cup. The earlier kit made use of the red, yellow and black which symbolized the flag of West Germany.

4.    Peru (1970)

Peru showed up in 1970 FIFA World Cup in a whiteattire that used red stripe which ran diagonally on the jersey. It was the first time when Peru appeared in World Cup after 40 years. So it was an important occasion for the Peruvian football players and it injected in them the spirit to perform their best.

Peru was defeated in the quarter-finals by Brazil. However, the viewers couldn’t forget the uniform of the Peruvian team and they wore replicated kits of the team using custom made patches.

5.    Argentina (1978)

The uniform of Argentina has always remained the most spectacular attires in FIFA history but there was a visual appeal in the outfit that Argentinians wore in 1978 World Cup. Argentina was the host of this title of FIFA. It was one of the cups when football players put on the neck T-shirts in full sleeves because of the wintertime in Argentina. The Argentinian team looked veryattractive in those blue and white stripes.

6.    Croatia (1998)

Croatia made their entry in the FIFA World Cup in 1998. It was a significant year for the nation as it has recently liberated from Yugoslavia. The uniform was the best part of the Croatian players, and it garnered global attention for the team. The kit was made by the Croatian designer Miroslav Sutej and by the Lotto, an Italian brand.

The attire featured a chess-board pattern which is the symbol of the Croatian flag. The design of the Croatian uniform made it the most appealing attire of the world cup. Croatia made a strong presence in the world cup and reached the semifinal where it was defeated by France in a competitive match.

7.    Zaire (1974)

While the 1974 FIFA World Cup proved a big failure for the of Zaire, theywere applauded for their attire. Adidas made the uniform which featured a leopard face and also the Country’s name on the chest. It was one of the most crucial occasions that would certainly be celebrated by Zaire football as it did not participate in the upcoming world cup titles.

8.    Denmark (1986)

Hummel made theuniform of the Danish team for the 1986 FIFA World Cup, and they did a fantastic job. The excellent design of the kit enhanced the style of the Danish players, and the Danish team couldn’t help but cheered for their team. The attire used the red tones with white on one side of the front, back, and the arms. It is definitely the most spectacular kits in the FIFA World Cup history.

Featuring @Katierose.Franco

I am completely and utterly infatuated with the rawness of beauty- the beings of those that walk this planet. In particular I am speaking of people. Yes, people. Don’t get me wrong I think every single creation in this universe has beauty, but people… People are so unique and diverse. We are walking, breathing, works of art. Being a professional photographer in Orange County I’ve see many different types of people with varying ethnicities, styles, shapes, etc. Every freckle, tattoo, piercing, stretch mark, is unique to the individual. With this growing movement of acceptance I feel that people are beginning to express themselves more freely and openly. It’s as if we have developed a more stronger skin to judgments and criticisms. We are rebelling against mainstream media and their distorted take on beauty. Beauty, like love, holds no boundaries or limitations. Consequently, as an artist it truly is beyond refreshing to see this movement of acceptance and free expression of beauty growing deeper roots into our once so limited minds.

 

Creating Masterpieces in my mind

It’s interesting the way an artist’s mind works. As a photographer I am constantly “people watching”. I find myself creating photoshoots of people as they pass by me in the streets. ‘She would look amazing in a punk rock outfit, curled hair, black lipstick, chunky jewelry… I see that woman with red lipstick with a dark smokey eye.. Gold headpiece .. I see him standing on the edge of a mountain holding her face in his hands. I see that woman rocking it in a boudoir shoot. Natural makeup, messy hair, long nails and a pop of red. I see him covered in white paint dripping down his body as he cries glitter. ‘ Those are just a few idea that have crossed my mind…

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You see, when I met Katie she had a beautiful full face of makeup on and was wearing a stunning dress. I instantly saw these photos of her. Raw, natural, grungy but girly, soft but strong, black and white, great depth of field. I was actually shooting a mastermind event in Temecula for The Business Club Academy. When I found out that Katie was engaged to one of the representatives of the company I decided I would take a chance and ask her if she would like to do a mini shoot later on. And of course, since you have seen the photos, she said yes. I was a little nervous to ask her as I am sure this wasn’t the ideal setting to do a photoshoot so last minute and unannounced, but in reality, just as Nora Roberts states, “If you never ask, the answer is always no.” I am so beyond happy with the final products. There is nothing more fulfilling than making these masterpieces coming to life.

 

Trusting Your Vision

As a professional photographer in Orange County, just like any other artist experiences, I have moments of doubt. It is important, however, to trust your vision and to invest in it more importantly. If you don’t invest in your vision, how do you expect to grow? Investing in your vision doesn’t necessarily mean dropping thousands on new camera equipment. You can start off with a fairly standard camera, invest in a 50 mm or 24-70 mm lens, and start with free YouTube tutorials. When I first starting shooting, I honestly had no idea what I was doing, but I had a vision and a burning desire to grow. After spending years developing my photography knowledge, I am today finally able to make those visions become a reality. I create art out of art. What an amazing statement that is.

    

When it comes to styling inspirations, we always look up to our favorite celebrities to show us how to flaunt different trends and look our very best. We’ve picked out some exciting celebrity inspirations that will help you find the perfect styles to flaunt hair feathers.

Here, take a look:

 

Selena Gomez

Back in her teens when she was still the innocent and bubbly Disney star that we all adored unexplainably, Selena Gomez experimented with hair feathers all the time. The bubbly Latina star used to pin up hair feathers and extensions into her natural hair, and without going overboard on styling, she would rock a simple and minimalist look with hair feathers cascading down her back amidst tumbles of her natural locks. It is truly the best inspiration for a versatile look for a casual day out with friends.

 

Miley Cyrus

Miley’s messy bedhead waves entwined with exotic hair feathers give us the perfect inspiration to get over a bad hair day. Ladies, all you really have to do is glam up your messy, unwashed hair with exotic hair feathers, strategically placed behind your ears so they can blend in with your natural locks.

 

Bella Thorne

Bella’s stunning layers-with-front-bangs hairdo is the perfect hairstyle to rock a mesmerizing blend of natural locks entwined with exotic hair feathers, and if you have a similar cut, this is just the look you need to rock. It is worth noting that as opposed to piling up your hair with plenty of hair feathers, adding a few strands is the best way to glam up your look!

 

Kesha

Kesha truly takes the prize with her wildly exotic and free-spirited statement, the perfect look to use hair feathers to their best advantage. This messy, sensual and wild statement is just the look you seek to channel your inner goddess with a dramatic gypsy-like flair that will garner you attention and uplift your confidence. You can always braid up your natural hairs to create grunge-like locks and then, entwine some hair feathers to give your hair an exotic, gypsy-like nomadic charm.

 

Demi Lovato

A true bohemian goddess that never fails to stun us with her gypsy-inspired hair styles and outfits, Demi truly steals our heart with this beautiful style created with exotic hair feathers. These extra-long hair feathers work splendidly well with her own naturally long locks, creating a magical statement that is insanely gorgeous.

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