I never thought I’d be the kind of girl to get anything tattooed on my face. But then again, I never thought I’d spend so many mornings battling uneven eyebrows and running late because of one rogue arch.
Enter: powder brows. Subtle, semi-permanent, and surprisingly natural-looking, they’ve been trending everywhere—from TikTok tutorials to celebrity red carpets. So when I heard about Westna, a permanent makeup studio in North Carolina specializing in powder brows, I decided it was time to trade in my brow pencil for something a little more… long-term.
The Consultation That Changed My Mind
I walked into Westna feeling equal parts skeptical and excited. The studio was bright, modern, and had the sort of Instagrammable aesthetic you secretly hope for. My artist, a brow wizard named Natalie, walked me through everything—from skin tone matching to shaping to the healing process. She assured me that powder brows aren’t about harsh lines or dramatic arches, but about creating a soft, shaded look that mimics a fuller brow. Think: makeup-filter perfection, but real life.
The Process: Easier Than Winged Liner
I laid back as she began the numbing process. (Yes, there’s numbing cream involved—and yes, it works.) The actual tattooing felt more like a gentle buzzing than anything painful. In less than two hours, I had perfectly shaped, softly defined brows that looked like I had just spent 20 minutes filling them in with the world’s best powder.
Spoiler alert: I was already in love.
The Healing & the Real Deal
There was some light flaking during the healing week, and I had to avoid sweating (a small price for beauty, right?). But two weeks later, once the pigment settled and my skin healed, I had the kind of brows I used to fake in Facetune.
Now, three months in, I barely remember what it was like to live without them. No more smudged brows at the gym. No more panicked searches for a sharp brow pencil. Just effortless definition from the moment I wake up.
Are They Worth It? One Hundred Percent.
Powder brows aren’t just a beauty hack; they’re a confidence booster. The kind that makes you feel put-together even on no-makeup days. At around $550 for the initial treatment (touch-up included), it’s not exactly pocket change—but when you think about how many brow products I’ll never need again, it starts to sound like a smart investment.
And honestly? I’d trust the artists at Westna with my brows any day. Their precision, artistry, and calming presence made the entire experience feel luxe and empowering.
So, are powder brows worth it?
In my book: absolutely. Because semi-permanent never looked so stunning.
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