July 11, 2025 #1 Local News, Information and Event Source for the Century City/Westwood areas.

Hot Flash: Raising a Perfect Brow

By Barbara Bishop

I think eyebrows might just be the most important facial feature. A beautiful set of brows frames the entire face and direct all the attention to exactly where I want it: my eyes. Every day, I use a special pencil and certain color of brow shadow to fill them in. I respect women who have a coifed, full brow line. It’s elegant and youthful.

When I asked one of those women how she made her eyebrows so perfect, she admitted her secret to me – Mircoblading. After significant research, I discovered Microblading is excellent for those wanting to enhance their brows or who have little to no eyebrows, thinning brows from age (that would be me) or over tweezed brows. The procedure is done by using a hand tool with ultrafine needles and each ‘hair’ is gently etched into the skin, giving an incredibly natural and realistic look. I decided to get it done. That day.

A typical appointment is around two hours, but the actual microblading happens in the last 15 to 30 minutes. A lot of measurements were taken, and my preferred brow outline was drawn. Just measuring and perfecting the look can take up to an hour! Pigments used with the microblade process were also chosen to match my desired brow color. Hair color and skin tone are also taken into consideration. My eyebrow color that was chosen was a light ash brown, to tone down the reddish tone in my skin.

Before the actual microblade procedure, a numbing cream was applied to my brows and set for about 15 minutes. There is some discomfort to the procedure; you don’t want to skimp on this part of the process if you want a painless experience.

Then using hand-held instrument, my technician filled in my brow outline that was so carefully created by etching in small, fine lines like my eyebrow hair looks like. This was followed by applying the selected pigment color into the lines.

No down time is required after a microblading procedure. My eyebrow area was slightly red after the procedure and my eyebrow color appeared overly dark. I was told this was normal and part of the healing process. My eyebrows will lighten up in color as it heals. It will take approximately 7-14 days for my brows to heal over, and about 1 month for the color to fully set. As of this writing, I am on day number 3.

A touch up session after 4-6 weeks is necessary as everyone heals differently and outcomes vary. Certain areas may not pick up during first session and will need to be refilled. Pigment color may need to be adjusted; brow thickness and more strokes can be added. Individuals with oily skin often require a deeper shade during the touch up session as the oils tend to lighten the pigment. Most importantly, a touch up session ensures that my brows will look perfect and retain the color for a whole year.

The cost for my eyebrows was $500; across the country costs can range from $500 up to $1600. For me, this procedure was a great investment. When my brows are groomed and perfected, I feel like I look more awake, younger, and polished. Brooke Shields, move over…

Related Posts

L.A. Louver Marks David Hockney’s 88th with Exhibit

July 11, 2025

July 11, 2025

Hockney, a British artist born in 1937, gained fame with the British Pop Art movement and later became known for...

Suspect Arrested in Shoe Retail Theft Spree Across LA County

July 11, 2025

July 11, 2025

During the search, police recovered two firearms and a significant quantity of merchandise The Los Angeles Police Department’s Organized Retail...

California Seizes $476 Million in Illegal Cannabis

July 10, 2025

July 10, 2025

The operation, described as UCETF’s largest to date, involved support from multiple state agencies The state confiscated $476 million worth...

The Reservoir Play Opens at Geffen Playhouse

July 10, 2025

July 10, 2025

The play follows Josh, whose life is unraveling, as he receives unconventional support from his grandparents. Their unsolicited advice, judgments,...

Angelini Grill Opens Limited Run at Peninsula Beverly Hills

July 10, 2025

July 10, 2025

The menu includes tableside Dover Sole, lobster salad, and a signature pasta tasting A new culinary collaboration, Angelini Grill, launched...

Father-Daughter Authors to Host Book Signing to Aid Fire-Affected Women

July 10, 2025

July 10, 2025

Ten percent of proceeds from book and art sales will benefit the Pacific Palisades Rebuilding Fund, a nonprofit initiative created...

Metro Reports Crime Drop, Higher Rider Satisfaction, and Progress on Major Projects

July 9, 2025

July 9, 2025

The Authority said the drop in violent incidents—down to the lowest level since May 2019—coincided with more uniformed personnel and...

The Bar at Century Plaza to Celebrate National Caviar Day with Exclusive Tastings

July 9, 2025

July 9, 2025

The seven-hour event will feature exclusive caviar tastings and champagne pairings The Bar at Fairmont Century Plaza will host a...

Westwood Village Cooking Class to Showcase Spanish Paella

July 9, 2025

July 9, 2025

The class will guide participants through crafting both seafood and vegetarian versions of the iconic Spanish dish Food enthusiasts will...

Unmasking ICE: Senators Push for Visible IDs After Secretive LA Immigration Raids

July 8, 2025

July 8, 2025

Bill Requires Federal Agents to Display Visible Identification During Raids U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) on...

Bacio di Latte’s Beverly Hills Gelateria Debut Blends Italian Tradition with California Cool

July 8, 2025

July 8, 2025

Gelateria Features In-House Gelato, Espresso Drinks, and Decadent Signature Flavors Bacio di Latte has officially opened its latest U.S. flagship...

Housing for Health Chief Appointed to Lead Unified Homeless Services Department

July 8, 2025

July 8, 2025

Veteran Housing Advocate to Oversee Streamlined LA County Services The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday confirmed the...

Brentwood Feels Impact as Feds Slash Office Leases Across Los Angeles

July 8, 2025

July 8, 2025

New Tracker Reveals Over 70,000 Square Feet Cut in 2025 Alone Los Angeles County’s office market is experiencing a fresh...

Lost Bunny on the Beat: Beverly Hills Police Seek Owner of Wayward Rabbit

July 8, 2025

July 8, 2025

Fluffy Wanderer Found Near City Hall, BHPD Caring for Missing Pet The Beverly Hills police are caring for a domestic...

Interview: The Dinah Creator Mariah Hanson on Legacy, Change, and the Future of Queer Celebration

July 8, 2025

July 8, 2025

After 34 Groundbreaking Years, Hanson Reflects on Joy, Power, and Her Final Dinah  We spoke with Mariah Hanson, the creator...