When using a micro blade, what degree should the needle be held?

When using a micro blade, what degree should the needle be held?

• A. 45 degrees
• B. 90 degrees
• C. 30 degrees
• D. 60 degrees

Answer: (A)

Holding the microblade at about 45 degrees to the skin gives the right balance between control and precision. This angle lets the blade slice into the epidermis just enough to place pigment in the correct superficial layer while producing a narrow, hair-like stroke. If the angle is too shallow (closer to the surface), the stroke can become wider and less defined because the blade glides along the surface. If the angle is too steep (much more than 45), the stroke can deepen and thicken, depositing more pigment than intended and looking less natural. A vertical, 90-degree hold would be difficult to control and risks deeper penetration. So 45 degrees is the best baseline for clean, natural-looking microblade strokes, with minor adjustments as needed for individual skin type and hair direction.

Holding the microblade at about 45 degrees to the skin gives the right balance between control and precision. This angle lets the blade slice into the epidermis just enough to place pigment in the correct superficial layer while producing a narrow, hair-like stroke. If the angle is too shallow (closer to the surface), the stroke can become wider and less defined because the blade glides along the surface. If the angle is too steep (much more than 45), the stroke can deepen and thicken, depositing more pigment than intended and looking less natural. A vertical, 90-degree hold would be difficult to control and risks deeper penetration. So 45 degrees is the best baseline for clean, natural-looking microblade strokes, with minor adjustments as needed for individual skin type and hair direction.