**Microblading vs. powder brows vs. nano brows: which technique lasts longest?** Powder brows (also called ombré or machine shading) and nano brows generally last longer—often 18 to 36 months—while microblading typically lasts about 12 to 18 months, with longevity varying by skin type, aftercare, and sun exposure. **Why it matters** Choosing the right brow technique affects how often you’ll need touch-ups and your long-term cost. If you spend 8–10 minutes a day filling brows, switching to...

**Why does permanent makeup fade into the wrong color?** Permanent makeup can shift to unexpected hues due to pigment chemistry, depth of implantation, sun exposure, skin undertones, and aftercare—all of which influence how color degrades and appears over time. **Why it matters** Color shift is the top reason clients seek corrective work for brows, lips, and eyeliner in Middle Tennessee. When pigments heal or age into gray, blue, red, or orange, the result can look unnatural and require...

**How much time does permanent makeup save compared to daily eyebrow makeup?** Switching from daily eyebrow makeup to healed permanent brows typically saves 30–60 hours per year, based on 5–10 minutes saved per day and a 12–24 month brow lifespan. **Why it matters** Daily brows take longer than most people realize: if your routine averages 5–10 minutes, that’s 30–61 hours saved every year once permanent brows heal. Many beauty editors teach brow routines that take just a few minutes, yet...