What’s better than a pair of lush eyelashes and beautifully shaped eyebrows? Ones that require almost zero daily fluffing and maintenance! Both eyelash extensions and eyebrow embroidery, which include techniques like powder brows and eyebrow microblading, are becoming more and more advanced. They make a huge difference to your everyday look; you can jump out of bed half ready to go! If you’re trying to decide on the best salons for semi-permanent makeup or eyelash extensions in Singapore, read on for our reviewers’ personal experiences, and find out why these amazing treatments are so worth doing.
Jo Artysan – The Brow Specialist
Artysan Signature Brows (senior artist $790; master artist $990; director $1500)
In the world of beauty services, few treatments are as instantly transformative as a remarkable eyebrow embroidery session. My recent visit to Jo Artysan left me so impressed!
The moment I stepped into the tranquil ambience of the Somerset Road studio, I was greeted by founder and director Jo and master artist Kity with warmth and professionalism. They exuded genuine passion for their craft, immediately putting me at ease about the upcoming treatment of my ‘virgin’ brows. The consultation process was thorough, with Jo taking the time to go through the array of brow types they have (Ombre Powder, Microblading, Microshading, Artysan Signature and Nanoblading Brows) and understand my preferences and desired outcome. Her expertise shone through as she provided insights and recommendations tailored to enhance my natural features. By the end of the consultation, I chose to go for the popular Artysan Signature Brows, which promised gracefully fluffy and feathered brows.
As the eyebrow embroidery procedure began, I was struck by the meticulous attention to details exhibited. Every stroke of the microblade was executed with precision and finesse to give fuller-looking, voluminous eyebrows that beautifully framed my face. Despite any initial apprehension, the process was surprisingly comfortable, thanks to the skilled hands and gentle demeanour of Kity.
What truly set this service apart was the commitment to customisation and quality. Each stroke was crafted to mimic the appearance of natural hair, ensuring a realistic and lifelike result. Moreover, only premium pigments from Korea and Europe were used, further enhancing the longevity of the eyebrows. The post-procedure care instructions provided were comprehensive. I was given a take-home kit containing a healing balm and sponge to ensure optimal healing and long-lasting results. The studio’s dedication to client satisfaction was evident at every stage, leaving me thoroughly impressed and eager to return for future services.
My experience with Jo Artysan was nothing short of exceptional! From the craftsmanship to the customer service, every aspect surpassed my expectations. I would wholeheartedly recommend this eyebrow embroidery service to anyone seeking a transformative beauty experience.
– Karen L.
#02-44 to #02-48 TripleOne Somerset, 111 Somerset Road
8889 2880 | joartysan.com
The Lash Company – personalised eyelash extensions in Singapore
3D Volume Lashes ($168; first trial $138; refills at $98 within three weeks and $118 within four weeks)
Getting lashes done at The Lash Company felt distinctly different from any other eyelash extensions I’ve tried in Singapore. First up, its Holland Village branch feels more like a beautiful spa than a lash salon. The musky fragrance, soft piano music and warm interiors instantly put me in a state of relaxation, ready to be pampered! Second, the consultation process was really thorough – with good reason. The Lash Company doesn’t just offer standardised, pre-set lash styles. Instead, everything can be customised. The team, based on the shape of your eyes and health of your natural lashes, plus your lifestyle and aesthetic preferences, will suggest some lashes that suit you. This attention to detail and bespoke approach really made an impression from the get-go.
Noticing my eyeliner-framed eyes, leading lash artist Penny recommended the 3D Volume Lashes. They would create a similar natural eyeliner effect. Yes, please! Then together we decided on the curl (CC), length (8-10mm), shape (natural fan) and density (another rarity: unlimited strands of up to 500 can be offered, depending on your natural lash count). I settled into one of the curtain-flanked treatment beds as my lash artist Nichole worked her magic. A deep cleanse and foam cleanse removed any makeup, oil and impurities that would disrupt the adhesive. Then, each individual lash was gently applied with precision. I felt totally comfortable and even dozed off a bit!
It was love at first sight waking up to my new lashes: full and fluffy, with just the right amount of oomph without going overboard. Not only do they elongate the corners of my eyes, but also make me look (and feel!) more awake – sans eyeliner. It’s been over a week, and the lashes have barely fallen off, which is another huge plus. I’m told that these 3D Volume Lashes, because they’re so light and non-damaging, would be perfect for someone who wants to fill up their sparser, thinner lashes as well. I can’t recommend getting them done at The Lash Company enough.
– Cherry Lai
Holland Village | 27B Lorong Liput | 9144 0377
Katong | 101 East Coast Road | 9113 7675
thelashco.sg
SleekBrow – beautiful misty eyebrow embroidery
Misty Eyebrow Embroidery ($450 by resident artist; $550 by lead artist; $650 by master artist)
Like many people, I plucked my eyebrows to death in the 90’s and they’ve never been the same since. I have been religiously filling them in every day. So when I was given the opportunity to try out eyebrow embroidery at SleekBrow, I jumped at the chance.
I was slightly nervous as I’ve never had anything “semipermanent” done before. I wasn’t exactly sure what I should be asking for. But from the minute I walked through the door, I was reassured by the team’s friendly, knowledgeable and confident approach. It started with a 30-minute consultation, discussing what I knew I didn’t want (since all I really knew was that I wanted it to look quite natural!). The team drew an outline and filled it in with makeup to replicate a finished look that I was happy with. By this stage, I was relaxed and confident to go with anything they suggested.
I was then taken upstairs to the treatment room and had the luxury of lying down and napping for approximately 90 minutes during the treatment. The treatment itself didn’t hurt at all. At the end, it felt slightly sore, but this feeling went very quickly. Throughout the process I was asked how it felt and whether I was okay.
Taking my first look in the mirror after the eyebrow embroidery treatment, I was a little worried as my brows were a bit darker than how I usually drew them. But I was reassured by the team that this was normal and they would fade and the outlines would blur over a couple of days. I left with an aftercare kit and a smile on my face.
Four days later, everything they said is true and I couldn’t be happier with what I believe look like the eyebrows I had before I plucked them away. No more daily filling in for me – I will definitely be going back in six months for a maintenance treatment!
– Claire Salaria
#05-06 The Flow, 66 East Coast Road 9727 6276 | sleekbrowsg.as.me | IG: sleekbrowsg
Eyebrow embroidery, powder brows and eyelash extensions in Singapore – what’s trending?
Eyelashes and eyebrows are having a major moment on centre stage – and they aren’t about to exit left anytime soon. I think the reason lush lashes and full eyebrows are so attractive is that they signal health. Only a vibrant, well-nutrified body will go to the trouble of maintaining a full, thick head of hair – let alone brows and lashes to frame, protect and beautify the eyes. This is also why eyebrow embroidery, powder brows and eyelash extensions in Singapore are so popular.
As with most aspects of fashion and beauty, brow trends have cycled and been recycled through the decades. Today’s dramatically full, defined and manicured brows were also popular in the 40s and 50s – think Elizabeth Taylor, Vivienne Leigh – but that hasn’t always been the case. They were thin and rounded in the 20s, understated Twiggy-style in the 1960s, and again thin and plucked in the 1970s and 1990s.
In fact, the natural brows of some of my friends and family have never really recovered from overzealous plucking in the name of fashion. New tattooing techniques like eyebrow embroidery which includes eyebrow microblading and powder brows have been a godsend for them – and for anyone who has lost brow-hair to thyroid issues or simply getting older. Plus, of course, powder brows work wonders for people like me whose real eyebrows are so short, fine and blonde as to be literally invisible. Powder brows also give a natural-looking outcome, so they look like your no-makeup self.
Flutter-worthy eyelash extensions in Singapore
The lash-enhancement trend is difficult to ignore – especially for genetically dispossessed unfortunates such as yours truly. Sadly, only the rare few are blessed with eyelashes long enough to look great with mascara alone. For the rest of us, mascara – even today’s improved lash-building and telescopic formulas – doesn’t really cut it.
From long, wispy, ingenuous lashes that could almost be natural, to those ultra-dramatic fan-like sweeps, eyelash extensions instantly add glamour and an undeniable wow-factor. Yes, top-quality extensions are not inexpensive, and maintaining them takes time and commitment. The same goes for achieving stunning eyebrows, though perhaps to a lesser extent.
– Verne Maree
This article first appeared in the February 2024 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe, so you never miss a copy!
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