The Eyebrow Microblading Journey: A Game Changer for My Face

For years, my eyebrows were a daily struggle. Like many who fell victim to the 90’s and early 2000’s over-plucking trend, I was left with sparse, uneven brows that required constant attention. I spent months researching microblading, wading through countless before-and-after photos ranging from flawless to outright disastrous (some looking like permanent marker mishaps). Yet, despite my frustration with drawing my brows on every morning, I hesitated.

Desperation led me to eyebrow transfer stickers—yes, those temporary ones you lick and stick on. They were a nightmare. If you positioned them even slightly off, you’d have to scrub them off and start over. Not to mention, the process itself was tedious and soul-destroying. I could no longer accept my Whoopi Goldberg-esque eyebrow situation. Enough was enough.

After extensive research, I finally found an incredible microblading artist just a stone’s throw from Journawell HQ. Booking the appointment was nerve-wracking, but I knew it was time for a change. The process involved an initial session followed by a touch-up six weeks later, with annual maintenance to keep everything looking fresh.

Let’s talk about the procedure itself. Was it painful? Not exactly—more like an odd, scratchy sensation, as if a scalpel was making tiny incisions in my skin (which, essentially, it was). The sound was the strangest part, but it was manageable. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t slightly apprehensive about the experience, but it was 100% worth it.

Since getting my brows microbladed, my morning routine has been transformed. I can leave the house makeup-free and still feel put together. Even though I still battle acne (yes, at my age—life’s full of surprises), having structured brows makes a world of difference.

If you’re considering microblading, my advice is simple: do your research. Find a skilled artist with a solid portfolio, read reviews, and don’t rush into it. When done correctly, it’s a game changer. For those of us who grew up in the era of ultra-thin, barely-there brows, microblading is the little touch-up we need to feel human again. Your dream eyebrows are just an appointment away!