Tinting eyelashes and eyebrows at home

Description of the procedure, pros and cons

Eyelash dyeing is a type of cosmetic procedure during which the hairs are coated with pigment. It is performed in a salon by professional craftsmen or done at home. The main purpose of the manipulation is to highlight the eyelashes; they give expressiveness to the face.

This is especially important for girls with blond hair. They often have eyelashes the same color as the curls. Even if they are long, they are practically invisible against the background of the skin. Thanks to eyelash dye, the look becomes expressive and deep. However, this problem is not limited to blondes. It often happens that the ends of the hairs fade and the eyelashes appear shorter.

Using even waterproof mascara does not guarantee that makeup will remain intact when exposed to snow or rain, and even more so when swimming in the pool. Among other things, the more durable the mascara, the more difficult it is to remove the smudges left on the skin from it. Eyelash tinting in a salon solves these problems.

The procedure is very suitable for girls who wear contact lenses every day and whose eyes are especially sensitive to decorative cosmetics. Moreover, crumbling particles of mascara, falling under the lens, cause serious irritation of the cornea. Another undeniable advantage is the durability of the coloring, it lasts up to two months. At this time, you can feel confident even without makeup.

The disadvantages of dyeing largely depend on the quality of the dye used.

Reviews

Let's see how well women have mastered eyebrow modeling using mascara from different manufacturers.

Ulyana, 32 years old

I guess I was lucky, I didn’t have time to damage my eyebrows too much with tweezers and amateur activities. The only thing that worries us besides the correction is how to lay them in the right direction. For these purposes, I bought myself Essence eyebrow mascara, although it’s more likely not mascara, but a colored modeling gel. The consistency is quite thick, but it distributes perfectly throughout the hairs. Dries quickly and lasts all day. A must buy for a hairstyle for my eyebrows.

Specialist comment: Even those with thick eyebrows cannot ignore care and modeling procedures. For those whom nature has not endowed with such wealth, there are special eyebrow shadows that fill in the gaps between the hairs. To preserve and maintain any eyebrows in good shape, I advise you to regularly lubricate them with vegetable oil - olive, linseed or castor.

Oksana, 25 years old

I have been using Vivienne Szabo cosmetics for a very long time, and I have the most positive reviews about it, so I couldn’t help but try out the eyebrow mascara from this brand. To be honest, I was not pleased with the brush - it is very small and sharp. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t apply the color accurately; I kept getting out of the hair growth boundaries, but this happened before, so I coped with the task with the help of cotton swabs. The consistency is not thick, the gel is applied and dries quickly. Unfortunately, my thin hairs have only been dyed; they still lack volume.

Expert's comment: Eyebrows that are too thin and light can be further strengthened. Henna for eyebrows has received reviews from lovers of biotattoo both in terms of coloring and in terms of strengthening eyebrows. Mascara is also a great solution for those girls who have had their eyebrows tattooed. They have enough color and graphics, but you need to add volume and tint the hairs with additional products.

Irina. 29 years

When I run into a cosmetics store, the first thing I always do is go to my favorite Maybelline counter and rarely leave without purchasing something. I had already collected reviews about the eyebrow mascara from the Maybelline brand (Maybelline Brow Precise Fiber Filler), so this time I bought it. The brush surprised me - it is quite small and soft, so applying mascara still takes some getting used to. The manufacturer promises additional fibers to give it more volume, but I didn’t notice any special effect. The hairs weren’t even dyed, but acquired a darker shade, so I think it’s only suitable for those who have fairly thick eyebrows.

Expert's comment: The new brush is double-sided and, with some skill, is ideal not only for application, but also for combing. The composition contains microscopic shiny particles, which gives the eyebrows additional shine and shine. The mascara itself does not require reapplication, so it is quite economical.

Svetlana, 42 years old

Belarusian cosmetics have long been my favorite, so I immediately liked the Fix&Color eyebrow mascara. I already know how to properly paint my eyebrows with shadows, and now I’m mastering a new technique with modeling gel. My eyebrows are dark, but not too thick, so I was hoping to enhance them with the help of the nylon fibers mentioned in the composition. The consistency of the gel is quite thick, but it applies and dries quickly. The eyebrows are really well filled in and look natural.

Expert's comment: Brunettes and brown-haired women always have a wider choice in terms of color. For fair-haired girls, I would recommend Kiki's eyebrow mascara. She has a good palette of light shades. The compact tube can be carried with you all the time, but the mascara is quite durable and does not rub off, even if you accidentally touch your eyebrows.

What kind of pigment is there?

If you want to dye your eyebrows and eyelashes in the salon, the master will only ask you to choose the color of the dye; you don’t need to do anything else. If coloring is carried out independently at home, you should pay attention to some nuances of the pigment:

1. Persistence. It depends on her how long the result will last after the procedure. Typically, the same factor determines the paint’s resistance to UV rays, chlorinated and sea water.
2. Compound. It is better to choose a dye with natural ingredients and castor oil.
3. Texture. A creamy composition or in gel form is suitable.

The procedure is prohibited with hair dye. The skin of the eyes is more sensitive to external irritants, unlike the scalp. Hair products contain aggressive ingredients. Eyelash dye has a neutral and hypoallergenic composition. It cannot contain substances such as ammonia, resorcinol, alkali and the like, which cause irritation and redness of the skin.

Since eyelashes are constantly in contact with water, makeup remover or tears, the pigment is quickly washed out. Therefore, high-quality coloring agents are enhanced with special water-repellent oil-based components.

Is it possible to paint eyelashes with eyebrow mascara? How to choose the color of eyebrow mascara

There is a wide range of mascara for light and dark eyebrows on store shelves, which makes it easier to choose the right option. The first thing to consider when purchasing is the color, which is chosen in accordance with the natural color type. The shade should be one tone lighter than the hair - this is an unshakable rule of makeup.

1. Blondes are recommended to use a beige, sand palette.
2. Red-haired beauties are advised to opt for mascara in brown and golden tones.
3. Brunettes should use dark brown, dark gray shades.
4. Gray, taupe colors are suitable for ashy, platinum and gray-haired ladies.

Using shades that are too dark will make the face look gloomy and will draw more attention to the upper part.

The rich black color of the eyebrows looks harmonious only on dark-skinned girls with dark hair.

Before painting your eyebrows with eyebrow mascara, you need to make sure that the color remains unchanged after application: some brands of product darken after drying.

Before using and purchasing mascara, it is recommended to pay attention to:

• the shape of the brush, which should be proportionate to the width of the eyebrow, convenient for application. According to makeup artists, a round model with fibers of the same length is optimal. In second place is the classic version. For those with thick and coarse hair, models with stiff bristles are suitable, providing better hold;
• texture – good mascara is moderately thick, does not contain lumps or flakes;
• composition - high-quality brands use wax as a structure-forming ingredient, add vitamins, vegetable oils, silk proteins and panthenol. Allergic reactions are provoked by petroleum products, parabens, palm tree wax is at risk;
• no pungent odor indicating expired or improper storage. Properly stored mascara has a light, barely noticeable sweet smell.

Before purchasing, be sure to check the expiration date, integrity of the brush, and packaging. It is recommended to avoid when using little-known, budget brands. The quality of such products is questionable. The market leaders are eyebrow tinting mascaras from Lumene, Nyx, Maybelline, which have a wide color palette, comfortable brushes, and strong hold. The product is applied evenly, makes the shade bright, rich, adds volume, and is easy to use.

Selecting a shade by color type

During any cosmetic procedure that involves the use of eyelash dye, the client is offered a palette of shades to choose from. When working with henna, there are only two colors. You can choose the tone of your eyelashes based on the color type:

1. Spring. This includes those with green and blue eyes, with hair ranging from light brown to brown. For eyebrows and eyelashes, variations from honey to dark chocolate tones are suitable.
2. Summer. This color type includes owners with blue and blue eyes, as well as blond hair. The best option for them would be gray and graphite shades.
3. Autumn. An autumn woman has dark eyes and warm hair. When coloring, preference should be given to red, brown and caramel shades.
4. Winter. This color type is characterized by a cold tone of eyes and hair. Ash shades and black are perfect for its owners.

When dyeing, you should also take into account that the color of the eyelashes and hair should be a tone darker than the eyebrows. And one more nuance. The darker the hair on the head, the closer in color the shade of the eyelashes should be.

Eyebrow mascara rating

Many manufacturers also include eyebrow mascara in their line of cosmetic products.

On a note. The palette often includes not only such standard colors as brown, black, ash and gray, but also very original options.

Below is a rating of cosmetic products for 2020 from various manufacturers, which includes a large number of cosmetics.

Yves Rocher

Mascara from this manufacturer is available in three natural shades. With its help, you can give your eyebrows a clear shape and a natural appearance with minimal effort. For this purpose, the cosmetic product has a convenient small modeling brush. The undoubted advantage of Yves Rocher brand eyebrow care mascaras is their 100% natural composition of ingredients. The texture of the cosmetic is very light, so it is applied evenly.

Yves Rocher

Stellari

The product of this brand is also in quite high demand. The collection includes one model and only two tones: one of which is ideal if the girl is blonde, the second - if she is a brunette. It is enough to paint your eyebrows with this mascara once to feel how the soft creamy texture envelops each hair, simultaneously thickening it. As a result, after use, not a single lint will stick out, and the effect of thickness and rich color will be created.

Katrice

Mascara is perfect for sparse eyebrows. The product is of decent quality. It does not contain fragrances or ethyl alcohol. But the caring components in the form of pink pepper extract and panthenol cannot but please you. The product is long-lasting and fixes eyebrows almost as well as wax. It applies evenly and is not felt.

Poppy

On a note. Mac eyebrow mascara is the right choice for those who want to highlight the beauty of their eyebrows and fix their shape.

Among other things, the product gives the hairs a healthy shine, which makes the eyebrows look especially impressive. The manufacturer's palette is not the widest. But owners of any skin type and hair color will find a suitable option in it.

Benefit

The manufacturer offers its clients 7 very different shades, including such an unusual color as turquoise. Many note the convenience of the brush, which applies the composition very neatly and texturedly. The mascara has excellent fixing properties, but the eyebrows do not look artificial.

Stage

On a note. The Estrada brand is also among those in demand.

The company's product is of decent quality, but the line includes only primary colors. The brush is round, has dense bristles twisted in a spiral. Doesn't look too artificial when applied.

Stage

Guerlain

Guerlain mascara and highlighter are a very practical choice. On one side of the cosmetic tube there is mascara, on the other there is a high-quality highlighter that will make the created image more complete. Customers have several shades to choose from, among which there is sure to be a suitable option.

Advantages and disadvantages of henna staining

Often representatives of the fair sex prefer to use henna for coloring, explaining this fact by the natural origin of the raw material. Its other advantages include:

• safety;
• affordable price;
• ease of use;
• does not cause redness or irritation;
• the ability to adjust color when re-dying;
• can be used by women during pregnancy and lactation;
• The natural composition not only colors, but also strengthens the structure of the eyelashes, making them glossy and dense.

The disadvantages of using henna as a dye for eyelashes include:

• low durability compared to professional products;
• the presence of only two shades - black and reddish brown;
• it is not always possible to predict the result when mixing two colors;
• the final result will appear only after a few days;
• cannot be treated with another paint until the result of the previous procedure is completely washed off.

What is eyebrow mascara

Before wondering how to use eyebrow mascara, you should understand what it actually is.

Today, eyebrow mascara is a fairly convenient-to-use cosmetic product designed for coloring eyebrows. It will allow you not only to change the shade, but also to give your eyebrows one shape or another. The advantage of the composition is its liquid consistency, thanks to which the mascara is not only easy to apply, but also looks as natural as possible.

How do you dye eyelashes in a salon?

It is recommended that the procedure be carried out by an experienced specialist. The final result depends on his skill.

The process of painting eyelashes includes several stages:

• the type of staining and shade are specified;
• wash off decorative cosmetics from the eyes and degrease the skin with an alcohol solution;
• the eyelashes are combed with an eyebrow brush, separating the hairs;
• prepare the coloring composition;
• protective petals are glued under the eyes to protect the skin from the applied product;
• the area around the eyes is covered with a rich cream;
• apply the dye with an applicator, remove excess and leave the mixture until dry;
• Use wet swabs to wash off the paint.

How long does the pigment last?

The coloring result can last from several days to two months. It all depends on the quality of the composition used:

• Estel eyebrow and eyelash dye is quite stable and retains color for up to three weeks;
• Kapus products have proven themselves in quality and color fastness for up to one month;
• Refectocil product has a wide palette of shades, repeated use of the composition is allowed, the result will last from three to four weeks;
• henna or basma are less stable and are washed off after a week.

You can extend the result of coloring by applying permanent mascara to your eyelashes. It makes the color more saturated. If you visit a bathhouse or sauna on the same day after the procedure, the effect will not last long. High temperatures and aggressive detergents reduce paint durability.

If irritation occurs

The likelihood of allergic manifestations increases if a low-quality dye containing substances such as ammonia or resorcinol was used for coloring. You should not leave the composition on the skin for too long, as this will subsequently cause irritation.

If after washing off the product there is swelling, itching and redness on the skin, it is necessary to additionally wash it with baby or laundry soap, and then treat it with hydrogen peroxide. Then you should take an antihistamine (Suprastin, Diazolin, Fenistil, etc.). Then you need to contact an allergist, taking the paint packaging with you. After studying it, the doctor will prescribe an appropriate course of treatment.

In more severe cases, you can get a chemical burn. Among its symptoms: burning, redness, small ulcers and blisters in the area where the dye comes into contact. In this situation, sedatives will not help; the skin is treated with a peroxide solution and a soothing ointment or cream is applied.

Precautionary measures

You can avoid allergies by first conducting a reaction test. To do this, a drop of the composition is applied to the wrist and left for five minutes. If there are signs of an inflammatory reaction on the skin, it is better not to use the product. If there are no traces left, the paint can be applied.

You should not laugh during the procedure, as the composition may get on the mucous membrane of the eye and cause discomfort. It is forbidden to apply expired pigment or dried composition left over from a previous coloring.

Before use, it is important to read the instructions and study the composition of the product to reduce the likelihood of allergic manifestations. If you have doubts about the possibility of carrying out the manipulation yourself at home, it is better to turn to a professional.

Aftercare

Immediately after completing the eyelash tinting procedure in the salon, reviews indicate that it does not take much time; the moving eyelid is lubricated with a nourishing cream. The pigment dries out the hair, so it needs additional moisturizing.

To prolong the coloring result, it is recommended to limit the use of cleansing cosmetics.

Before going to bed, apply castor, coconut, almond or olive oil to your eyelashes. To enhance the nourishing and moisturizing effect, a drop of retinol is added to the product. This type of care promotes healthy eyelashes and intensive growth.

Usage

If you are going to dye your eyebrows, remember the first rule: never use mascara. These may seem like similar cosmetics, but there are too many differences for them to be interchangeable. Eyebrow mascara is much less greasy, less bright and more long-lasting. Reviews say that mascara will spread on the eyebrows too quickly, causing streaks or smudges. Pay special attention to this if you are doing makeup - you need to paint clearly and carefully.

Like a pencil, mascara allows you to shape your eyebrows. However, mascara paints the hairs themselves, while the pencil only paints the skin, creating additional strokes along the growth line. Therefore, be sure to learn how to apply makeup so that the mascara does not remain on the body - you can watch useful videos. It will look careless and you can easily ruin your image. When applying makeup, you should carefully combine the coloring of the skin with dye and the hairs with mascara. If it doesn’t work out correctly, you can partially switch to a pencil.

Before using, make sure you have enough mascara on your brush. Don't overdo it, otherwise it will be too noticeable and stick the hairs together - over time you will adapt to exactly how much product you need. Take the brush vertically and color only the beginning of the eyebrow. Then color the hairs, moving from the base to the ends in the direction of growth. After this, blend the cosmetics over the eyebrows until the end. Perform movements along the eyebrow growth line, simultaneously performing the modeling correctly.

Never apply a second layer of makeup, especially if it is waterproof. You may feel like your hair is thin and needs to be thickened. But in fact, the second coloring will only glue the hairs together, turning your eyebrow into an ugly and sloppy stripe, and you will get low-quality makeup. You don't reapply the pencil. Be sure to make sure that the mascara is hypoallergenic, helps hair growth and protects against external influences.

Reviews, price

Eyelash dyeing in a salon can cost from 250 to 1,500 rubles, depending on the location of the salon, the pigment used and the provision of related services.

Most clients respond positively to this procedure. In their opinion, after it the face and eyes become more expressive, and they have to spend less time applying makeup. It is especially convenient if a woman gets caught in the rain - the paint does not spread before her eyes and does not run down her face.

Several reviews indicate the occurrence of an allergic reaction. This is usually due to the unprofessionalism of the technician who has not tested the product, or to the procedure being carried out at home.

Video on how to paint eyebrows with eyebrow mascara

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In the video, the brand's leading stylist talks about Maybelline Brow Drama eyebrow mascara, which has received the most rave reviews from customers. Tips on choosing a shade for women and application rules from a professional are quite detailed and will help you give your eyebrows the ideal shape and volume.

A girl model draws her eyebrows using mascara and a special beveled brush. A life hack for those who do not have other means at hand , but want to make their eyebrows wider, longer and more expressive.

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