What is the difference between microblading and powder brows?

Microblading creates fine, hair-like strokes with a manual blade for a natural brow look, while powder brows use a machine to deposit pigment in a soft, shaded pattern—similar to a filled-in makeup look. Powder brows tend to last longer and work better for oily skin.

Nano brows are a form of machine hair stroke brows that offer the precision of microblading with better retention. A fine needle deposits pigment in ultra-realistic strokes, ideal for all skin types and long-lasting results.

How do I choose the best brow style for my face?

At JBella Tattoo, Bella will analyze your bone structure, facial symmetry, skin type, and lifestyle to recommend the ideal brow style—whether it's microblading, powder, or nano brows—to complement your natural features and preferences.

Are some brow styles better for certain skin types?

Yes. Powder and nano brows are recommended for oily or mature skin since they retain pigment more consistently. Microblading works best for normal to dry skin. Bella customizes her recommendation based on your unique skin and goals.

Can I combine brow techniques?

Absolutely. Many clients opt for a combination of microblading and powder shading (called combo brows) to achieve both natural strokes and depth. Bella offers customized combinations based on your desired look.

Will my brows look too bold or fake?

Not at all. JBella Tattoo specializes in soft, natural-looking results tailored to your face. Bella uses custom pigment blends and precision mapping to ensure your brows enhance your features without looking overdone.

Which Style is Best for You?

Nano | Powder | Microblading

When in doubt – Book Nano – The Possibilities are Endless

NANO BROW

NANO/COMBO BROW

What is a “Nano Brow”? Full Nano hair strokes with thoughtfully placed shading.

Who is “Nano Brow” for? This style is great for clients who want to enhance their natural brows, or clients who have lost their beautiful brows due to over-plucking and want them back. This style is natural and can easily be added to with makeup.

What is a “Nano/Combo Brow”? Nano hair strokes in the front with a full shaded tail.

Who is “Nano/Combo Brow” for? This style is for clients looking to replace their daily makeup routine. The shaded tail will still look natural but gives a cleaner slightly more dramatic look.

OMBRE / POWDER BROW

Powder brows work well regardless of how much natural eyebrow hair you have or don’t have. And will always give you a seamless look.

This style will also hold up best over time and give you a “bolder” look longer.

This style is just machine shading and is suitable for all skin types.

This works especially well for oily or mature skin.

MICROBLADING

Microblading is a form of tattoo that mimics the look of natural hair. This is the most natural-looking style while still adding shape and definition.

This style is best for normal to dry skin types.

Microblading works well even if you have no or very little eyebrow hair.

It is not recommended for porous, extremely oily, or mature skin.

What the heck is “nano” and why is it more expensive?

Nano is a method of cosmetic tattooing that uses a specialized machine with a single needle to tattoo each individual hair stroke. This tech niques give me , as your artist much more control of the outcome and will give you better retention. In contrast, microblading is done with a handheld tool that creates little “cuts” into the skin. Each Stroke of microblading is saturated. Whereas “nano” can be customizable and depth can be added where it’s needed.

Due to the placement of pigment in the skin, nano brows are not only going to heal better on just about everyone but they will look wonderful over the course of years. This style can also be done on mature skin, and oily skin. You finally get hair strokes!

When booking it’s extremely important that you book for the correct procedure as the appointment is done slightly differently.

Your booking options will be

New Brows – Microblading or Combo Brows
New Brows – Powder
New Brows – Nano or Nano Powder

There will still be designated time during your appointment to go over your goals. It’s very important that we’re on the same page and I can set your expectations.

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🚨 BOOKING UPDATE 🚨

Booking for September 2026 is now OPEN

My books open for scheduling on June 1 at 7pm for appointments for September 2026.

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AND KNOW WHICH APPOINTMENT YOU’RE BOOKING FOR PRIOR TO BOOKING APPOINTMENT.
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J. Bella Tattoo

462 17th St NE Salem, OR, 97301

971-340-9983

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