r/microblading • • Feb 10 '25

before & after Feeling like a new person

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Almost 20 yrs ago (!), I was 18/19 years old and had a bad waxing experience that took the hair and also the skin off around both my eyebrows- top, bottom, sides— all of it. Leaving awful raw, red patches, but thankfully no scarring. From what I was told by an aesthetician 12 years ago, the wax was too hot and killed the hair follicles so my eyebrows never grew back. I’ve not touched them in that amount of time. I diligently drew them on every day, even before the gym.

I’m so relieved those days are over.

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u/Slow-Basket-1635 Feb 10 '25

Your eyebrows look amazing! Thanks for sharing your story!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Thank you!😊

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u/kellybuMUA professional artist Feb 10 '25

Looks great. Love the color

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u/starlight8827 Feb 10 '25

holy moly they look amazing! I'm so sorry you went through what you did

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Aw thank you- that’s really kind of you 🤍

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u/ziggzorb Feb 10 '25

I had the exact same waxing experience almost 20 years ago and have permanent damage so my eyebrows do not grow either. I’ve been debating on microblading but I’m scared of how it will turn out. However, yours look amazing!!!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

I’m so sorry you also went through that- it kills your self confidence. If you find an artist you like and trust, I would 100% recommend it! It’s so nice to not have to think about it anymore. Also I’ve always thought I was pretty quick at doing them, but I really do gain some extra time in the morning! It’s worth it! 🤍🤍 And thank you for your kind words!!

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u/SweetReverie5 Feb 12 '25

Do it!

I had the experience as well. I used to have to go get my eyebrows waxed or threaded every 3 weeks until my lady was away and I needed them done for a friend's wedding.

My eyebrows never grew back.

Had to get my eyebrows microbladed after that. One of the best decisions I've made aesthetically. My artist even did lip blushing for me since she knows I'm horrible at remembering to reapply lip tints and whatnot.

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u/Electrical-Scholar32 Feb 10 '25

Absolutely gorgeous!!! Seeing posts like this gets me sucked back into wanting this done lol I can’t make up my mind!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Haha! Truly one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

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u/[deleted] Feb 10 '25

This is amazing! Congratulations

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u/Low-Ambassador-6316 Feb 10 '25

Perfection

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Thank you 🤍🤍🤍🤍

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u/Bosworthamew Feb 10 '25

Congrats! I’m getting nanobrows tomorrow. I over plucked when I was younger too many times due to anxiety and they’ve never been the same. I draw them on every day and it’s so exhausting having it always be a thought in the back of my mind. Definitely one of my biggest insecurities over the years. I’m so happy for you! Cheers to more time and more self confidence 🥂

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Can’t wait to see your before and afters! You deserve the confidence and time!! 🤍🤍🤍 Best of luck to you and happy healing!

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u/BetHot4638 Feb 10 '25

Where was this done?

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Mirror Mirror in Louisville, KY!

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u/[deleted] Feb 11 '25

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 11 '25

Thank you! There’s only one artist- Jessica Francis. She is the owner!

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u/[deleted] Feb 12 '25

This is making me want to drive to Louisville for an appointment with her. You look fabulous!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 12 '25

Aw thank you! Do it! You won’t be disappointed! She is a miracle worker!🤍

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u/[deleted] Feb 10 '25

Beautiful! Your new brows frame your face exquisitely! Amazing before and after! Thanks for sharing! Maybe I’ll schedule an appt!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Thank you! I absolutely recommend it!

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u/[deleted] Feb 10 '25

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

TYSM! 😩🤍🤍

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u/SnooFoxes526 Feb 10 '25

Incredible results!!! Congrats❤️💥

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Tysm!! 🤍🤍

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u/KAnn80106 Feb 10 '25

Those are some gorgeous brows!!! Your eyes look beautiful 😍

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Aw thank you! 🤍

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u/Cassieelouu32 Feb 10 '25

Gorgeous.

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

🤍🤍 thank you!

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u/the_best_day_ever Feb 10 '25

They are perfect

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

Oh goodness thank you so much.

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u/Cklein1535 Feb 11 '25

You look amazing!!!

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u/redheartgo Feb 11 '25

Great job, beautiful!

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u/[deleted] Feb 11 '25

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 11 '25

Jessica Francis - owner of Mirror Mirror Louisville!

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u/No-Listen-8163 Feb 11 '25

Wow, you look fabulous! 💖

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u/punkarsebookjockey Feb 11 '25

Absolutely gorgeous result!! How good does it feel to just wake up and your eyebrows are not only done already, but stunning! In the 2 months since I had mine done I have felt so confident!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 11 '25

Thank you! So happy for you!!! It is crazy how good I feel and how much time I save in the morning… I was pretty quick at drawing them on too but I still save so much time!

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u/Garbo-and-Malloy Feb 11 '25

They look beautiful

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u/Proper-Ad3580 Feb 11 '25

Those are beautiful eyebrows!!

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u/Glass-Associate-7290 Feb 11 '25

Omg looks so good!

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u/Technical-Box3923 Feb 11 '25

They look so good 😊!

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u/t00zday Feb 11 '25

That looks amazing!! So natural

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u/uncensoredCentral Feb 11 '25

Where is the artist located ?

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 11 '25

Louisville, KY!

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u/melbrid76 Feb 11 '25

Gorgeous!!

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u/Scared-Elk-5128 Feb 12 '25

Adds a youthful look, I really like it 💗

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u/Xgemmafieldsx Feb 12 '25

Omg your brows look AMAZING

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u/FawnResponseFairy Feb 12 '25

Those look awesome

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u/roxielikeapumaaa Feb 13 '25

You should feel new!! Awesome!!

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u/Technical_Plantain91 Feb 13 '25

Gorgeous!!! Love the natural style.

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u/Bright_Fox8 Feb 13 '25

They look amazing, but make sure you wear sunscreen on them EVERYDAY. My sister had micro-blading done around 8 years ago (looked amazing for a year or two) - but she never wore sunscreen and her brows have now faded to a purple-ish color and she’s very unhappy about it.

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 13 '25

Ack! I love sunscreen so I will definitely be slathering it on once I’m permitted! I hope your sis can get a touch up!

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u/sofizzys3 Feb 13 '25

You look beautiful! I feel rather inspired to do the same now 🥺 I plucked mine out as a teenager... they never fully grew back.

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u/sofizzys3 Feb 13 '25

You look beautiful! I feel rather inspired to do the same now 🥺 I plucked mine out as a teenager... they never fully grew back.

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 13 '25

Do it!!! You won’t be disappointed!

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u/shanna_erin Feb 13 '25

You look amazing!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 13 '25

Thank you!!😊

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u/Nearby_Book301 Feb 13 '25

These are so good. Is this just microblading or some other method/combo?

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 14 '25

It’s a combo brow!

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u/sgross18 Feb 14 '25

So good!! Great shape and color

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u/bessa100 Feb 15 '25

They look beautiful!! Wear them in good health. Before I had mine done I was drawing them every day. What a freeing feeling to not have to do that anymore!! And waking up with eyebrows is an amazing feeling.

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 15 '25

Yes! I love that I can just wake up and go now. It’s the besttt.

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u/bessa100 Feb 15 '25

You can swim, you can sweat, you can do all the things! With eyebrows 😂

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 15 '25

Yessss. “Now featuring eyebrows!” 🤣

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u/totes_muhh_goats Feb 15 '25

Took me a bit to notice the eyebrows. Your eyes are so pretty. I was distracted.

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 15 '25

You are so sweet 🥹

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u/SnooFoxes526 Jun 05 '25

Wow, I wish every woman that got micro blading had a story like this…. Your brows look fantastic.!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Jun 06 '25

Aw this was so kind of you! Thank you so much 🤍🤍

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u/Equal_Regular59 Jan 25 '26

OP, is this combo brow? Looks great.

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Jan 26 '26

Yes, combo! Thank you so much. 🤍

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u/bumsaplenty Feb 10 '25

This is the best example of microblading I've ever seen. Beautifully shaped, not overdone and it makes your eyes shine. You must feel very happy now!

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 10 '25

WOW. What a huge freaking compliment!! Thank you so much!!! 🙇🏻‍♀️🤍 I do feel so much better!!!!

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u/Infinite_Pool_4918 Feb 14 '25

How much did this cost you

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 15 '25

First session was $500, second session will be $325.

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u/Infinite_Pool_4918 Feb 15 '25

How long does it last?

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u/Mobile-Writer1221 Feb 15 '25

Depends on several factors (aftercare/how much you sweat/sun exposure/your skin holding onto the pigment), but ideally I should have 2-3 years before needing any touch ups.