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5 things to do before you head for a lash or brow tint

17 September 2018 by Patrick Eberhardt

We’re all darn beautiful with mascara or without, but there’s something about a slick of the lash stuff, or a quick brow tidy up that works wonders for the face. That’s why tinting was in our top ten most-booked treatments last month. But before you head for your transformation (because, let’s face it, the results are that good), there are a few things to know – five, to be exact.

By Rachel Spedding

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    1 Get a patch test

    This one’s a biggie. Without a patch test, your therapist won’t be able to carry out the procedure. Why? Because the skin surrounding your brows and lashes may react (if you’re allergic). Head to the salon 48 hours before for your appointment, and your therapist will test the dye on a small (barely visible) patch on your skin. Easy. ​

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    2 Go makeup (and mascara) free

    Head to your appointment with clean brows and lashes, to save a little time with makeup removal and ensure your tint is longer-lasting. Make sure there’s no oily residue lingering from tanning oils, facials or skin products – that’ll make sure your tint can be absorbed properly. ​

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    3 Take out your contacts

    If you’re a contact lens wearer, take them out pre-salon. It’s best to leave these out for a few hours post-treatment too, to avoid interfering with your eyes. You’ll have to keep your eyes closed throughout the process (for both brows and lashes), so hunt out your glasses, because you’ll need to go lens-free.

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    4 Know what you're after

    Your therapist will offer the best advice on what shade of tint to go for, that will best suit your hair and skin tone, but it’s always a good idea to do a little research in advance. A darker hue can create fullness, while golden shades can make the eyes appear somewhat-brighter. Accentuating is always the end goal. ​

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    5 Do your research

    There are at-home tint kits available by the bucketload, but when it comes to the hair and skin near your eyes, you should always head to a pro. No matter how skilled you may be with liquid liner (respect to you if you’re a daily flicked-liner-wearer), tinting is a whole different ball game. Read reviews on the salons near you, and choose a venue that’ll ensure your eyes look tip-top.

    With Treatwell, you can book beauty online at all your favourite salons – simple, hassle-free, and you can do it on the go. Discover amazing salons in your area.

Image credits: Image credits: Shutterstock, @beautyb54, @browcobrowbar, @cocoaflowerr, @esteemedbeautylh, @taniellejaimua

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