The Xion Mini was released this year (2022) and is the little sister of the Xion S. But what exactly are the differences? When do you choose the Xion S and when the Xion Mini. Thirza Dekker compares the two machines and shares her findings below.
Watch the comparison video here Xion Mini and the Xion S or read the entire blog below.
XION S
The Xion S is one of the most versatile PMU devices that are available, partly because we can change the stroke wheels (1.8 / 2.5 / 3.2 / 3.7) and thus work with a different stroke length. By the PMU You can easily open the pen, loosen the screw with a screwdriver that comes with it as standard, and change the wheel. You can do the Xion S permanent make-up machine for tattoos, for example. When you use the Xion If ordered S, a 1.8 and 2.5 impact wheel is included as standard.You can also visit the Xion S change the impact hardness manually (softer or harder), adjust the Xion Mini does not have this function.
Being global pmu specialists are used to narrow, light pens. Despite the versatility and power for precision work of the Xion S there are specialists who can measure the thickness and weight of the Xion S found difficult to master.Microbeau continues to develop its machines and took this to heart. She therefore made a more compact version of the Xion S. This way, specialists can still use the Xion work but in a smaller, lighter version of it.
XION MINI
The weight of the Xion Mini is 88 grams, the Xion S 130 grams. Both machines use a universal RCA jack and have universal needle connectors.
The Xion Mini has one stroke option, a short stroke of 2.5 mm.
The Xion S has a variable stroke, so you can also use it for medical pigmentation, such as areola (areolas) but you can also make tattoos with it.
The Xion Mini has a short/soft stroke that allows you to do all facial work with no problem.
"The more compact the machine, the more manageable. If it is longer and heavier it can affect the movement if you don't have a steady hand."
Both pmu machines have a 6 watt patented motor specially designed by Darklab that has a constant supply and virtually no vibration.
You can use the striking power of the Xion Mini adjust internally via an app (DarkLab app), not manually, unlike the Xion S. You can adjust this manually. This means that you can adjust the stroke of the wheel so that it goes softer or harder.
Please note, the stroke has nothing to do with the speed of your machine. The voltage for pmu is on average between 5 & 7.
QUALITY
The quality of both permanent make-up devices is the same and they are both simply top.Are you looking for a good one PMU pen, a little thicker than you are used to, but compact, small and light, then the Xion Mini definitely recommended. Want something more universal PMU machine with more options because you also want medical pigmentation? If you are not bothered by weight, size and price, I recommend the Xion S on. This machine has just a few more options. What is of course great is that you can use universal needles on both machines.
I mentioned earlier the app for the Xion Mini. As a nice extra, the Mini Siri voice control capabilities and you can get started with the Darklab app via Bluetooth (currently only available for iOS). In all honesty, I haven't had to use this myself yet. The Xion Mini is for all my pmu treatments can be used properly with the settings as I received them.
CONCLUSION
I switch from one machine to another. Personally for my hand on mature skin I prefer to grab the Xion Mini. But for a younger lady or an eyeliner, for example, I think it is Xion S feels good in your hand again.Personally, I think both devices are great and if possible I recommend that you purchase both so that you can alternate. After all, it's nice to have a family. 🤪 what's next?
Greetings Thirza!
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