Ombre brows in Filey, Scarborough, Yorkshire
Soft, Natural, Long-Lasting Brows
If you want beautifully shaped eyebrows that look polished without needing pencil or powder every day, ombré brows might be perfect for you. At Sarah Belle Cosmetic Tattooing in Filey (The area of Scarborough, Bridlington, and the Yorkshire coast), I specialise in creating ombre / powder brows that enhance your natural features, suit your skin type, and last through everyday life.
Who Ombre Brows Are Great For
Ombre brows are very versatile. They work well when:
- You want a polished, makeup-filled effect without daily brow pencil or powder.
- Your skin is oily, combination, or mature (skin where hair-stroke techniques like microblading may fade or blur more quickly).
- You have sparse brow hair, over-plucking history, or uneven shape and want a more balanced or defined brow.
- You prefer something low maintenance: though touch-ups are required, the upkeep is less frequent than with some other brow techniques.
What to Expect - Shape, Colour & Healing
When you come in for ombré brows, here’s how we do things:
Consultation & Design
We start by discussing shape, colour, your natural brow hairs, bone structure. I map out the brow to make sure it flatters your face.
Pigment and Machine Work
Using a digital device, I build up fine dots of pigment to achieve the gradient effect. The tail is more defined; the front softer and lighter.
Immediate Aftercare & Healing
After treatment, your brows will look darker and more saturated. Over the next week, you’ll notice some peeling or flaking, then gradual softening. By about day 5-7 the powder finish begins to show more clearly. Full healing and settling can take 4-6 weeks.
Touch-ups / Colour Boosts
To maintain gorgeous brows, a touch-up 6-12 weeks after the initial session is important. After that, colour boosts every 1-3 years help the shape and pigment stay fresh.
What Are Ombré Brows?
Ombre brows (also called powder brows) are a semi-permanent makeup technique using a digital machine to deposit pigment in a soft shading style. The front (bulb) of your brow fades gently into a more shaded, defined tail. Right after treatment the colour is richer and more pronounced; over the first 5-7 days the brows heal to a soft, powdery finish.
How Long Do Ombre Brows Last?
With good technique, quality pigment, and proper aftercare, ombré brows typically last 1-3 years before you’ll want a refresh. Many UK clinics quote this timeframe.
Factors that affect longevity include your skin type (oily skin tends to fade sooner), exposure to sun or tanning, skincare products (especially exfoliants, retinols), and whether you follow the aftercare instructions.
Is It Painful?
Most people describe the sensation as light scratching or discomfort. Because we use numbing creams, the pain is usually minimal. After the treatment you may feel tender or slightly sensitive, but these effects usually calm down quickly.
How soon will my brows heal fully?
You’ll see a lot of change in the first week: darker colour, possibly some flaking, then softening. But for full, settled colour and texture, expect around 4-6 weeks.
Will the brows look too dark straight after treatment?
Yes. Immediately after, ombré brows often look bolder and richer. That soft, powdery finish appears as the skin heals. They’ll fade by about 30-50% in several weeks.
How many sessions are needed?
Typically two: the initial treatment, and a touch-up 6-12 weeks later to perfect the shape and colour. Afterwards, colour boost appointments every 1-3 years to keep them looking fresh.
Are ombré brows suitable for oily skin?
Yes, ombré / powder techniques tend to work very well for oily or combination skin, because the shading holds better than fine hairstrokes which can blur more easily.
What colours are used? Will it suit my natural hair and skin tone?
We always tailor pigment colour based on your natural brow hair, skin tone, and your preferred look. Many people choose shades that blend with their existing brows so the result looks natural but upgraded.
How much do ombré brows cost?
Here’s a full breakdown of pricing so you know exactly what to expect:
New treatment / first session – £250
Cover-up (first session) – £250*
Top-up (6–12 weeks later) – £50
Top-up (3–12 months) – £145
Top-up (1–3 years) – £170
Top-up (3+ years) – £195
*Cover-up appointments depend on existing brow work and may require assessment first.
Ready to Book?
If you’re ready to wake up every day with perfectly shaped brows, feel confident without makeup, and enjoy soft, shaded brows that suit your skin, style, and personality, let’s make it happen.
Contact me today at Sarah Belle Cosmetic Tattooing in Filey for your ombré brows consultation. I’ll walk you through what to expect, show you my portfolio, and together we’ll design a brow you’ll love.