The term “半永久” (semi-permanent) has been around both in China and internationally for quite some time. From the early days of semi-permanent makeup to today’s more refined techniques like Microblading, the field has evolved considerably. Modern semi-permanent makeup now includes not only eyebrows, but also eyeliner, hairline, lips, and more. However, when it comes to the “origin” of semi-permanent makeup, it’s fair to say that semi-permanent eyebrow tattooing was what started it all.
Eyebrow Tattoo, Microblading, or Something Else?
In the early stages, Korean-style semi-permanent eyebrow tattoos were particularly popular. A direct translation in English was often eyebrow tattoo, which helped convey the basic concept at the time: similar to traditional tattooing, pigment is embedded into the skin to create long-lasting—semi-permanent—results.
As techniques advanced, semi-permanent makeup moved beyond traditional tattooing and evolved into a cosmetic treatment that combines elements of plastic surgery and makeup artistry. Nowadays, the term eyebrow microblading—or simply microblading—is more commonly used to describe this treatment. The word blading comes from the original method, where a blade (not a machine or needle) was used by trained artists to implant pigment into the skin. The same principle applies to other semi-permanent areas as well.
Today, semi-permanent makeup can also be referred to as permanent make-up, an FDA-approved term defined as:
“A needle inserts colored ink into your skin to look like eyeliner, lip liner, eyebrows or other make-up.”
This umbrella term covers procedures like semi-permanent eyeliner, lip liner, and eyebrow tattooing. However, for clarity—especially among Western audiences—microblading is still the preferred term when specifically referring to semi-permanent eyebrows. In the field of aesthetic medicine, professional clinics in the UK commonly use eyebrow microblading to describe this service, reflecting both precision and professionalism.
At Ai Beauty Clinic, semi-permanent eyebrow microblading is performed with the highest standards of hygiene and expertise. The entire procedure is strictly sanitized, using imported topical anesthetic cream and QDEL one-time full-throwing tattoo pen, ensuring a non-invasive procedure that is painless and bloodless.
We use German natural plant color that is SGS-certified, which is easily metabolized by the skin even if it reaches the dermis layer. It does not damage hair follicles or the skin, and ensures a natural, long-lasting effect without turning blue or red over time.
Guided by our unique “Asian aesthetic” philosophy, our professional artists design customized brow shapes based on each client’s individual features. We offer a free top-up within ten weeks and a lifetime half-price policy for repeat treatments of the same type. Achieve refined, semi-permanent beauty—effortlessly and elegantly.