You’ve tinted your brows. Everything is fuller, sharper, all-round preened. You’ve seen a world of ‘perfect’ brows and can’t imagine one without. Fear not, tinters, there are simple tricks that’ll keep that dye lasting long beyond your nightly makeup removal. From where to go, to how to care for ’em, here are the four things you need to do to keep your brows looking top-notch once you’re out the salon door.
By Rachel Spedding
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1 Go to a proAn at-home tint just isn't the same thing. Don't try it. The colour used in a professional salon is vegetable dye, which lasts longer full-stop. Avoid the raccoon-stripe of dye across your brows, and just head to the professionals. They'll keep your brows looking tip-top for longer.
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2 Go a little darker
We'll state it now – it's better to go darker with your brow tint. The colour will fade (boo), so a darker dye will create a fuller illusion for longer. Turns out, roots are a thing for brows too, so bear that in mind when shifting your brow shade from light to dark, or vice versa. Invest in a good pencil, or pomade, to top up between tinting trips.
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3 Keep them dry
Don't be tempted to wash (or touch) your brows after tinting – for 12 hours. Cleanse around the brow area; this gives the dye more time to settle into the hairs. When you do remove your makeup, oil-based cleansers can strip the tint, so swap for gel or cream-based products.
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4 Careful with the spoolie
In short: be careful when grooming post-tint. Continuous combing (as wondrous as that spoolie-shaping feels), will encourage hairs to fall out more quickly, and can lift the tint. A quick shape in the morning, and you're good to go. FYI, HD brows will maintain a stronger-shape for longer as well as your tint. Just a thought.
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FAQs
How long should you keep your brows dry after tinting?
You should avoid washing or touching your brows for 12 hours after tinting. This gives the dye more time to settle into the hairs and ensures longer-lasting colour. When cleansing, work around the brow area during this time.
Why should you go darker with your brow tint?
Choosing a slightly darker brow tint makes the colour last longer and keeps brows looking fuller as the tint fades. The shade will gradually lighten, so starting darker helps maintain your preferred look until your next appointment. This also creates the illusion of thickness for longer.
What happens if you comb your brows too much after tinting?
Frequent combing or overusing the spoolie after tinting can make brow hairs fall out more quickly and lift the tint. It’s best to do a quick shape in the morning to keep your tint looking fresh and lower the risk of losing hairs.
Which products should you avoid when removing makeup after brow tinting?
Avoid oil-based cleansers when removing makeup after brow tinting, as they can strip the tint from your brows. Opt for gel or cream-based products instead to help preserve your colour and keep your brows looking vibrant.
Why should you choose a professional for brow tinting?
A professional uses vegetable dye that lasts longer than at-home kits, giving you fuller and neater brows. Heading to a salon also helps avoid uneven results or unwanted colour stripes across your brows.