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Combo Brows

Hair strokes at the front blended into a soft powder fill toward the tail—the most natural-looking result that works across all skin types.

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Combo Brows

At a glance

Everything you need to know before booking, at a glance.

INVESTMENTTouch-up from $190
$490
Starting pricesingle session
Consultation, shape mapping & pigment selection included
$50 deposit secures your appointment
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SESSION TIMEChair to door
~2.5–3 hours

Longer than single-technique brows—two methods are applied in one session.

HEALINGSkin recovery window
7–14 days

Hair strokes may appear to disappear during healing before resurfacing at 4–6 weeks.

LONGEVITYBefore next refresh
1–2 years

Combination of strokes and powder typically fades more evenly than strokes alone.

COMFORTPain rating
1–3 / 10

Topical anesthetic applied before and refreshed throughout the session.

What it is

Combo Brows combine two permanent makeup techniques in a single session: fine hair strokes applied at the front of the brow using a machine, and a soft powder finish from the arch toward the tail.

This hybrid approach creates the most dimensional and natural-looking result. The strokes at the front mimic individual hairs where brows are naturally sparser, while the powder fill adds depth and definition where structure is needed most.

It is the ideal choice if you want brows that look real up close but polished from a distance—without the flat, filled-in look of powder alone.

Pre-care, day-of, and healing

Full protocols from marilipz.com

PRE-CARE ADVICE

Prepare your brows for the best results

Same prep as any brow PMU—avoid thinners, skin irritants and brow treatments before your appointment.

BROW TREATMENTS
  • No brow tinting, waxing, threading or lamination for 2–3 weeks prior.
  • No lash or brow growth serums for 4 weeks before your appointment.
INJECTABLES & MEDICATIONS
  • No Botox in the forehead or brow area for 3 weeks prior.
  • No Accutane for one year prior to any permanent makeup.
  • Avoid blood thinners, aspirin and ibuprofen 48 hours before.
SKIN TREATMENTS
  • No Retinol, AHAs, BHAs or exfoliating acids for 30 days prior.
  • No chemical peels, microneedling, or laser resurfacing for 4 weeks prior.
  • Brow skin must be free of irritation, sunburn and active breakouts.
LIFESTYLE PREP
  • No alcohol for 48 hours before your appointment.
  • No caffeine or energy drinks the morning of your appointment.
  • Avoid direct sun and tanning beds for 2 weeks prior.
DAY OF PROCEDURE

Plan for a longer session—and enjoy the result

Combo Brows take more time due to two techniques. Come rested, fed, and without brow makeup.

ARRIVAL CHECKLIST
  • Come with a clean brow area—no makeup, tinted moisturizer or SPF on the brows.
  • Have a light meal beforehand to stay comfortable during the session.
  • Bring reference photos of brow shapes you love.
AFTER-CARE (COMBO BROW PROTOCOL)

Trust the process—brows look very different at week 1 vs. week 6

Hair strokes may seem to vanish during peeling. This is temporary. They resurface softer and more natural as the skin fully heals.

DAYS 1–7
  • Blot (do not rub) excess lymph fluid with a clean cotton pad every few hours.
  • Keep brows completely dry and free of makeup, creams, and SPF for 7 days.
  • Do not pick, peel or scratch—let the skin shed naturally.
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Three details people skim past

Small choices upstream prevent surprises on procedure day— especially around prior pigment, stimulants, and comfort planning.

Skin typePrior workHealing patience
  1. 1
    The ghost phase

    Between days 5–14, hair strokes may appear to almost completely disappear. This is the normal healing cycle—the outer layer of skin sheds and the color looks very light before it resurfaces. Most clients see the true result at 4–6 weeks.

  2. 2
    Prior tattooing or old PMU

    Combo Brows over existing faded brow tattooing is sometimes possible, but requires a consultation photo review first. Old work can affect both the color result and stroke clarity.

  3. 3
    The touch-up is essential

    With two techniques layered together, a touch-up at 6–8 weeks is critical—not optional. It is where stray strokes are sharpened, shadows are evened, and the full result is finalized.

STUDIO NOTE

Send brow photos before your appointment if possible. Knowing your starting point helps us plan the right shape and pigment depth.

SAFETY & EXPECTATIONS

Candidacy at a glance

Side-by-side framing keeps expectations clear: who this tends to serve well, and when we pause or decline. Honest screening, not scare tactics.

• Two lists · zero shame• Honest screening
GREEN FLAGS

You're likely a good fit if...

8 indicators
  • Want the most natural-looking brow result possible
  • Have gaps or sparse areas at the front of the brows
  • Want defined shape and structure without a flat, drawn-on appearance
  • Previously had microblading that faded or blurred unevenly
  • Want brows that look real in photos and up close
  • Have normal to dry skin (but the technique works on oily skin too)
  • Are willing to allow 2 sessions for the finished result
  • Want dimension—strokes in front, softness in the body of the brow
PAUSE / DECLINE

When we may not proceed

5 key conditions screened
MOST COMMON SCREENING POINTS
  • Under 18 years of age
  • Pregnant or nursing
  • Active skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis) in the brow area
  • Keloid scarring history
  • Allergic to topical anesthetic or pigment
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS TO REVIEW

Includes uncontrolled diabetes, autoimmune conditions, chemotherapy, organ transplant, pacemaker, HIV, hepatitis, epilepsy and active skin infections.

Results gallery

Before and after — close-up results from the studio.

Combo Brows result 1

The most natural brow result available

If you want brows that look real—not tattooed—Combo Brows are worth the investment. Book a consultation to see if your skin is a good candidate.

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