Brow Tint: How to Prepare, What to Expect & Aftercare
This page walks you through everything you need to know about brow tinting — from how to prepare for your appointment to what happens during the service and how to care for your brows afterward so your results last longer.*
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How to Prepare for Your Brow Tint Appointment
A little preparation goes a long way in achieving beautiful, long-lasting brow tint. The following tips will help you feel comfortable, relaxed, and fully prepared for your appointment.
✅ Arrive Makeup-Free
Please come with a clean face—no mascara, eye makeup, brow products, or heavy skincare around the eyes and brows. This allows us to start your service right away without spending time on removal and ensures better results.
✅ Plan Your Entertainment
This is a quick 30 minute service and I always encourage relaxation, but if you’d prefer to listen to a podcast, playlist, or audiobook, have it ready to go. Once the gel pads are placed on your eyes, they must remain closed, but I’ll help you press play before we begin.
What to Expect During Your Brow Tint Appointment
Brow tinting is a quick, non-invasive way to give your brows more depth, shape, and definition by temporarily coloring the brow hairs — and sometimes the skin — for a fuller, more polished look.
Here’s what to expect during your first appointment:
We’ll begin by cleansing the brow area to remove any makeup, oil, or skincare.
I’ll then apply a soothing eye mask to elevate your experience while I map your brows to create a shape that flatters your natural features.
Once mapped, the tint is carefully applied and allowed to process based on your hair type and desired depth of color.
After tinting, we’ll move into brow shaping, using gentle waxing or tweezing to clean up and define your brows.
The full process takes about 20–30 minutes, and your results typically last 2–3 weeks on the hair and up to 7 days on the skin, depending on your skin type and aftercare.
This service is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their natural brows and cut down on their daily makeup routine.
Pairs beautifully with a lamination service for a more defined and long-lasting look.
How To Care For Your Brow Tint
Proper brow tint aftercare is key to maintaining rich, defined brows and getting the most out of your tint.
Follow these tips to keep your brows looking bold and beautiful:
First 24 Hours:
Avoid water, steam, and excessive sweating for the first 24 hours after your appointment. This helps the tint fully set into the hair and skin for longer-lasting results.
Daily Care:
Cleanse the brow area gently with a non-exfoliating cleanser.
Apply Borboleta Brow Serum nightly for nourishment.
Avoid oil-based skincare and makeup products to keep the tint lasting longer.
Limit Sun & Chlorine Exposure; Sunlight, tanning beds, and swimming pools can cause the tint to fade faster. Wear a hat or stay in the shade when possible.
Aftercare Essentials
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Borboleta Brow Serum *New*
“The nutrient-rich formula conditions from root to tip, supporting healthy growth and smoother texture over time. Designed for root to tip, application and the perfect complement to professional brow services, it’s your new ritual for naturally bold, beautifully maintained brows.”
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Borboleta Lam Lock *New* *Styling Staple*
“Meet Lam Lock, Borboleta’s clear brow gel for sculpted, stay-all-day shape with a soft, natural finish. The short, precision brush gives you total control, coating each hair from root to tip for flexible hold that never feels crunchy or flakes.”
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Borboleta Cooldown Calming Eye Mask *Client Favorite*
“Borboleta’s Cooldown Calming Eye Masks instantly chill, soothe and refresh tired eyes on contact. They’re the perfect remedy for a late night out or a great addition to a relaxing night in. One try and you’ll look for any excuse to replenish and depuff your under-eye area, and diminish the appearance of dark circles.”
All services are offered at my private lash and brow studio inside Sola Salons in Solana Beach, CA, welcoming clients from Encinitas, Del Mar, Cardiff, and surrounding North County San Diego areas.