Microblading is a tattooing technique in which a small handheld tool made of several tiny needles is used to add semi-permanent organic pigment to the first layers of the skin. Microblading differs from standard eyebrow tattooing because each hairstroke is created by hand using a blade which creates fine marks into the skin, whereas eyebrow tattoos are done with a machine and single needle bundle. Microblading is typically used on eyebrows to create, enhance or reshape their appearance in terms of both shape and color to give the illusion of fuller brows.  Microblading artists are not necessarily tattoo artists, and vice versa, because the techniques require different training.

Since this procedure deposits pigment into the upper region of the dermis, it fades more rapid than traditional tattooing techniques. Careful client consideration is paramount to a successful result for this technique. In general,  microblading strokes will blur in oily skin types so other techniques are recommended for optimal results.