Looking for microblading near you in the northwest Chicago suburbs? New Level Beauty is located at 1952 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL – minutes from Park Ridge, Schaumburg, Naperville, and the entire northwest Chicago corridor. Certified PMU artist Khrystyna Znak has performed 500+ microblading procedures for clients across Cook County and the greater Chicago area.
Microblading – also known as an eyebrow tattoo or brow tattoo – is a semi-permanent eyebrow technique that uses fine, hair-like strokes to create natural-looking, fuller brows. At New Level Beauty in Des Plaines, IL, Khrystyna Znak delivers precise, custom microblading results tailored to your face shape, skin tone, and brow goals. Results last 12-18 months. Serving Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, and surrounding Chicago northwest suburbs.
What Is Microblading?
Microblading uses a specialized handheld tool with ultra-fine needles to deposit pigment into the upper layers of the skin in hair-stroke patterns. Each stroke is hand-drawn to match your natural brow direction and density. The result is a realistic, fuller eyebrow that looks completely natural – even up close.
Unlike traditional eyebrow tattooing, microblading is semi-permanent. The pigment gradually fades over 12-18 months, giving you flexibility to adjust shape or color over time.
Is Microblading the Same as an Eyebrow Tattoo?
Microblading is a modern type of eyebrow tattoo, but it’s very different from old-style solid brow tattoos. Instead of one block of pigment, the artist hand-draws individual hair strokes for a natural, realistic brow. So when people search for an eyebrow tattoo near me or a brow tattoo near me, microblading (or our powder brows) is almost always what they actually want – a soft, natural result rather than a harsh line.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Microblading?
- Clients with sparse, thin, or over-plucked brows
- Those with gaps or uneven brow growth
- People with normal to dry skin (oily skin: see powder brows)
- Clients seeking a natural, hair-stroke look
- Anyone tired of filling in brows every morning
Not recommended for clients who are pregnant, nursing, on blood thinners, or have certain skin conditions. We discuss your full health history at your free consultation.
The Microblading Process
Step 1 – Free Consultation: We assess your natural brows, discuss goals, choose a pigment color, and design a custom shape.
Step 2 – Numbing: Topical numbing cream is applied. Most clients describe the sensation as mild pressure, not pain.
Step 3 – Microblading: Khrystyna draws each hair stroke individually. Initial appointment: approximately 2-2.5 hours.
Step 4 – 6-Week Touch-Up: A perfecting session at 6 weeks is recommended and booked separately. We perfect color and fill any areas that healed lighter.
Microblading Healing Process
Days 1-3: Brows appear darker than the final result. Slight redness is normal.
Days 4-7: Mild flaking and itching. Do not pick or scratch.
Days 7-14: Brows may look lighter or “washed out” as surface skin sheds – pigment is still settling.
Weeks 3-6: True healed color emerges, 30-40% softer than day-of. This is your final result.
Aftercare: Keep brows dry for 10 days. No swimming, heavy sweating, makeup on brows, or sun exposure during healing.
How Long Does Microblading Last?
Microblading typically lasts 12-18 months. Oily skin, sun exposure, and skincare products near the brows can accelerate fading. Annual touch-ups keep brows looking fresh.
Microblading Pricing – Des Plaines, IL
Microblading starts at $350 (typically $350-$450) and includes your free consultation and initial session. A 6-week perfecting touch-up is available and booked separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does microblading hurt?
After numbing cream, most clients rate discomfort at 2-3 out of 10. The sensation is a light scratching pressure.
Microblading vs. powder brows?
Microblading creates hair strokes for a natural look (best for normal/dry skin). Powder brows create a soft filled-in effect – better for oily skin and longer lasting.
How do I prepare?
Avoid blood thinners 48 hrs before, no alcohol 24 hrs prior, no Retinol on brows 2 weeks prior. Come without brow makeup.
Book Your Microblading Appointment in Des Plaines
New Level Beauty serves Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Niles, Elk Grove Village, and all northwest Chicago suburbs.
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