NANO TECHNIQUEHAIR-LIKE STROKES

Machine Hair Strokes

Ultra-fine, hair-like strokes created with a PMU machine for fuller, defined eyebrows that are crisp, long-lasting, and skin-safe.

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At a glance

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

INVESTMENTTouch-up from $190

$590

Starting pricesingle session

Consultation, shape mapping & pigment selection included

$50 deposit secures your appointment

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SESSION TIMEChair to door

~2–2.5 hours

Precise stroke placement takes time—expect a focused, detailed session.

HEALINGSkin recovery window

7–14 days

Strokes soften and may lighten significantly during healing before settling.

LONGEVITYBefore next refresh

1–2 years

Pigment longevity depends on skin type, sun exposure and skincare habits.

COMFORTPain rating

1–3 / 10

Topical numbing cream is applied before and refreshed during the session.

What it is

Machine Hair Strokes (also called Nano Brows) use a single fine needle on a PMU machine to draw hair-like lines through the skin. The result is incredibly realistic—each stroke mimics an individual brow hair in shape, direction and fine detail.

Compared to manual microblading, the machine technique is more precise, less traumatic to the skin, and holds color more consistently over time. The strokes are sharper and more controlled, especially valuable on skin that doesn't hold manual strokes well.

This technique is ideal for anyone who wants a natural, defined brow with realistic texture—not a filled-in or powdered effect.

Pre-care, day-of, and healing

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PRE-CARE ADVICE

Prep your skin and brows before your appointment

Avoid anything that sensitizes skin or reduces pigment retention in the weeks before your session.

BROW TREATMENTS

No brow tinting, waxing, threading or lamination for 2 weeks prior.
No eyelash or brow growth serums for 4 weeks before your appointment.

INJECTABLES & MEDICATIONS

No Botox in the brow or forehead area for 3 weeks prior.
No Accutane for one year prior to any permanent makeup.
No blood thinners, aspirin or ibuprofen for 48 hours before.

SKIN TREATMENTS

No Retinol, AHAs, BHAs or vitamin C for 30 days prior.
No facials, microneedling, chemical peels or laser resurfacing for 4 weeks prior.
Brow area skin must be clear of irritation, sunburn and breakouts.

LIFESTYLE PREP

No alcohol 48 hours before your appointment.
No caffeine the morning of your appointment.
Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds for 2 weeks prior.

DAY OF PROCEDURE

Come clean and comfortable

Arrive with a bare brow area and a light meal in you. Plan to be at the studio for 2–2.5 hours.

ARRIVAL NOTES

No makeup, moisturizer or SPF on the brow area when you arrive.
Bring reference photos if you have brow shapes you love.
Eat a light meal beforehand—blood sugar stability helps with comfort.

AFTER-CARE (HAIR STROKE PROTOCOL)

Strokes may disappear during healing—this is normal

The healing process has a ghost phase where strokes look very light or seem to vanish. They come back softer and more natural at 4–6 weeks.

FIRST 7 DAYS

Blot (never rub) excess lymph with a clean cotton pad for the first 24 hours.
Keep brows dry and makeup-free for 7–10 days.
Do not pick, peel or scratch the healing skin.

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 type suitabilityPrior brow workTouch-up timing

1
Oily skin considerations
Machine Hair Strokes work on oily skin but may heal with softer edges compared to dry skin. For very oily skin, Powder Brows or Combo Brows typically give more defined long-term results. Discuss this during your consultation.
2
Prior microblading or tattooed brows
If you have existing brow tattooing, even if faded, please share photos before booking. Prior pigment in the skin can affect stroke clarity and color outcome.
3
Touch-up is part of the process
One session gives a good result. Two sessions give the final result. A touch-up at 6–8 weeks after healing is where stroke gaps are filled, direction is refined, and saturation is perfected.

STUDIO NOTE

Not every skin type is ideal for this technique—your consultation will determine whether strokes or a hybrid approach will serve you better.

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 brows that look like real hair, not penciled or drawn
Have sparse, thinning, or unevenly grown brows
Have dry to normal skin that holds fine strokes well
Want a subtle enhancement rather than a full makeup look
Previously tried microblading but experienced inconsistent fading
Want defined brow shape with natural texture
Are tired of drawing individual strokes each morning
Want results that are virtually undetectable as PMU

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 in the brow area
Keloid scarring history
Allergic to topical anesthetic or iron oxide pigments

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS TO REVIEW

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

Results gallery

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

Brows that look like yours—just fuller

Machine Hair Strokes are the most realistic brow technique available. Book a consultation to see if your skin type is the right match.

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