Microblading
Hair-like strokes drawn one by one for natural fill
Two techniques, one brow
Combination Brows in Wilmington, MA & Salem, NH
Combination Brows blends hair-like strokes with soft shading for fuller, natural-looking eyebrows that typically last 1 to 3 years.
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The Perfect Blend of Natural Hair Strokes and Soft Shading
If you love the natural appearance of Microblading but also want the added fullness of Powder Brows, Combination Brows may be the perfect solution. At Adriana's Permanent Makeup, we combine both techniques to create beautifully balanced eyebrows with realistic hair strokes and soft shading.
Since 2017, we have helped clients in Wilmington, MA and now Salem, NH achieve customized brows that enhance their natural beauty and boost their confidence.
What Are Combination Brows?
Combination Brows is a permanent makeup technique that combines hair-like strokes in the front and body of the brows with soft shading throughout the brow design. This approach creates a natural yet polished appearance that offers more depth and dimension than Microblading alone.
The result is fuller-looking eyebrows that maintain a realistic and elegant finish.
Benefits of Combination Brows
Combination Brows provides the best of both worlds by blending two popular brow techniques.
Benefits include:
- Natural-looking hair strokes
- Soft makeup-inspired shading
- Fuller and more defined brows
- Long-lasting results
- Customized brow design
- Enhanced symmetry
- Suitable for many skin types
- Reduced daily makeup application
This technique is especially popular among clients who want natural brows with a little extra definition.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Combination Brows?
Combination Brows suits most skin types, but not everyone. These are the conditions we check in the consultation, before any pigment is opened.
Combination Brows is for you if
- Have sparse or uneven eyebrows
- Want more fullness than Microblading alone can provide
- Like a natural appearance with subtle makeup effects
- Want long-lasting brow enhancement
- Desire improved brow shape and symmetry
- Prefer a customized and versatile brow solution
Combination Brows is not for you if
- You are pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18, or currently using isotretinoin. This is refused at both studios, with no exception
- You take blood thinners, have an autoimmune condition, or a history of keloid scarring. These need written clearance from your doctor first
- You want a single technique rather than two combined. See Nano Brows or Ombré Shading
Combination Brows Done Here
Real results from our studios, photographed as they healed.
- 5,000+
- Procedures performed
- 20+
- Years as an artist
- 4.9★
- 220 Google reviews
The Combination Brows Procedure
Each treatment begins with a personalized consultation and detailed brow mapping process.
The procedure typically includes:
- Consultation and brow assessment
- Brow mapping and design
- Pigment color selection
- Application of numbing cream
- Creation of hair strokes
- Addition of soft shading
- Final review and adjustments
Most appointments require approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Combination Brows Healing Process
Healing is not a straight line: the colour looks darkest before it looks right. Knowing the order stops people from panicking in week one.
| When | What you see |
|---|---|
| Right after | Mild redness immediately after treatment |
| First few days | Darker pigment during the first several days |
| During healing | Light flaking or peeling |
| Following weeks | Gradual softening of the color and shading |
| 4 to 6 weeks | Fully healed. This is the result you judge |
Aftercare decides how much pigment stays. The full routine is on the aftercare page.
What Does Combination Brows Cost?
Combination Brows is quoted at the consultation, because the work needed changes from face to face. The consultation costs $50, and that $50 is credited toward your service if you book it.
| What you pay for | When it happens | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation | Before booking, in English or Portuguese | $50, credited |
| Combination Brows, first session | Day of the appointment | Set at consultation |
| Second session | 6 to 8 weeks later, once healing finishes | Included |
| Yearly Touch-Up | About 12 months later, to refresh colour | From $300 |
The second session is not the same appointment as the Yearly Touch-Up: the second session corrects patchy or light spots and is already paid for, the Yearly Touch-Up refreshes colour a year later and is billed separately. Payment can be split into 4 interest-free instalments with Cherry. see the options. Full list on the price page.
How Long Do Combination Brows Last?
Combination Brows generally last between 1 and 3 years depending on factors such as:
- Skin type
- Lifestyle
- Sun exposure
- Skincare routine
- Pigment retention
Routine touch-ups help maintain the shape, color, and overall appearance of your brows.
Why Choose Adriana Beauty Services?
At Adriana's Permanent Makeup, every brow treatment is tailored to the individual client.
Clients choose us because we offer:
- 20+ years of permanent makeup experience
- Customized brow designs
- Advanced permanent makeup techniques
- High-quality pigments and equipment
- Natural-looking, long-lasting results
- Convenient locations in Wilmington, MA and Salem, NH
Our mission is to create brows that complement your features and simplify your daily beauty routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Microblading uses only hair-like strokes, while Combination Brows combines hair strokes with soft shading for added fullness and definition.
Yes. Many clients with oily or combination skin benefit from the added shading component of this technique.
Most Combination Brows appointments take approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Initial healing typically occurs within 1 to 2 weeks, while full healing may take several weeks.
Absolutely. The combination of realistic hair strokes and soft shading creates a natural yet polished appearance.
Combination Brows is quoted at the consultation rather than listed at a fixed price, because the work needed changes from face to face. Every other service is published openly, from $250 to $850, on the price list, so you can see the range the studio works in before you book anything.
Yes. Cherry offers 4 interest-free payments, or a longer plan of up to 24 months with interest. Checking your options takes about a minute and uses a soft credit check, so it does not affect your credit score. Cherry is an independent financing provider: it sets approval and rates, not the studio. See how the payment plan works.
The perfecting session exists for exactly that. It is scheduled 6 to 8 weeks after the first appointment, once the skin has healed, and it is included in the original price at no extra charge. Pigment settles differently on different skin, so the second pass is part of the procedure rather than a repair you pay for.
Most clients book a colour refresh every 12 to 24 months; how long the pigment itself lasts depends on the technique and your skin (each service page gives its own range). After that, a yearly touch-up refreshes the colour from $300, priced by how much pigment is left rather than at a flat rate. That is a separate visit from the perfecting session, which is included in the original price and happens in the first weeks.
Yes. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, being under 18, and current isotretinoin use are refused at both studios, with no exception. Blood thinners, autoimmune conditions and a history of keloid scarring need clearance from your doctor first. The full list is published in the contraindications guide before you book, not after.
Adriana Souza Santos has performed more than 5,000 procedures across 20+ years and trained over 300 students. She holds AAM Diamond Certified Trainer status and New Hampshire Body Artist licence 4283, valid through 18 July 2028, which you can verify yourself at the state’s public lookup rather than take on trust.
What Clients Say on Google
4.9 ★ from 220 Google reviews in Wilmington, MA · 4.3 ★ from 6 in Salem, NH
★★★★★
Staff are professional and nice. I love my microshading. I highly recommend this place.
★★★★★
Absolutely love this place! I never thought I’d truly love my eyebrows until I got microshading done by Livy last year. I just went back for my one-year touch-up, and I have zero regrets. The results look so natural—I’m obsessed! The entire team is super friendly, and the customer service is top-notch. The studio itself is adorable—pink, girly, and super aesthetic. I definitely recommend them to anyone considering permanent makeup. You won’t be disappointed!
★★★★★
Wow, words can’t express how much I love Adriana's talented work! She is truly amazing and incredibly detailed. I have been coming to her for my microblading for a long time and continue to do my touch-ups with her every year. She never disappoints! This time, I decided to do both microblading and shading, and I am beyond thrilled with the results. Adriana, thank you so much for being the best at what you do! Your dedication and skill make all the difference, and I can't imagine going anywhere else. - Always, Lucia D.
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Book NowWhat Should You Check Before Booking Permanent Makeup Anywhere?
Six things are worth verifying with any permanent makeup artist before you book: their licence number, who trained them, what the price includes, whether a price is published at all, what they refuse to do, and whether the technique actually suits your skin.
| What to check | What to ask any artist | The answer here |
|---|---|---|
| Practitioner licence | Ask for the licence number and check it yourself with the state or the town, instead of taking a badge on a website at face value. | New Hampshire Body Artist licence 4283, valid through 18 July 2028 and searchable at the state’s own public lookup. Town of Salem BODA-10 and BODE-4. Body Art Practitioner licence from the Town of Wilmington Board of Health. |
| Who trained them | Ask who certified the artist, and whether that credential can be checked with the body that issued it. | AAM Diamond Certified Trainer, the American Academy of Micropigmentation’s highest level of instructor recognition. |
| What the price includes | Ask whether the perfecting session is included or billed later. This is where quoted prices most often stop matching the final bill. | The perfecting session, 6 to 8 weeks after the appointment, is included in every original price. The yearly touch-up, from $300, is a separate visit about 12 months later. |
| Whether the price is published at all | The consultation costs $50, credited toward the service. A studio that will not name a range before seeing you is not comparable to one that will. | All 13 services are published with their prices, from $250 to $850, on the price list. |
| When they say no | Ask what would make them refuse to perform the procedure. An artist who never refuses is a warning sign. | Pregnancy, breastfeeding, under 18 and isotretinoin are refused at both studios with no exception. The full list is in the contraindications guide, published before you book rather than after. |
| Whether the technique fits you | Ask which technique suits your skin type, and what they would recommend if this one does not. | Strokes at the front and shading through the body. Because the mix changes per face, this is the one service quoted at the consultation, not price-listed. This is settled at the consultation, in English or Portuguese. |