Our drive to achieve bolder brows doesn’t just stem from a perpetual longing to look like Cara Delevingne (though with her new platinum pixie, we’d love to now more than ever), having a pair of naturally-defined brows makes for a quicker morning routine, and you’ll look put-together sans makeup too. Just one tiny problem: we weren’t born with those dream arches, and having to draw them on daily is starting to become real annoying. This is where eyebrow tints come in.
What is a brow tint?
Brow tints are a semi-permanent peel-off formula that enhance the colour, shape, and thickness of your brows with pigments, so you’ll be able to see results almost instantly. A few minutes are all you need to achieve groomed brows with added structure, and it makes a huge difference for those with faint Renaissance eyebrows. Most brow tints last up to a week before they start fading, which could sound a little high maintenance for some, but think about it – you won’t have to carve time out just to make sure your brows are even. When it’s done right, it’ll look incredibly natural, and there won’t be visible marks like those left behind from your sketching attempts.
How do I choose the right shade?
Take extra caution when it comes to selecting the right shade for your brows though, if it’s too light, your dark and sparse brow hairs will be highlighted for the world to see, and if you go too dark, your brows could look like Crayon Shin-chan’s, which could be a good thing or a bad thing depending on how much you aim to look like the character. A grey-brown or ashy shade is the safest bet for us Asians. There are also plenty of hues to choose from now, so go ahead and experiment with an orange or khaki shade if you want to mix things up.
Before you commit to the non-committal brow tint, remember to do a patch test of the formula on a concealed area of your skin first. The last thing you’d want out of your tinting session is a pair of red, itchy brows. But if all goes well, then apply the tint carefully and try not to paint it on too close to the front of your brows. When you’ve removed the tint, don’t wash your face or touch your brow area after, so it’s recommended that you do this at night after your standard beauty routine. This will help your tint last for as long as they can. Take your pick from these offerings.
Etude House Tint My Brows Gel
$15.90 each, available at Etude House stores.
K-Palette 1 Day Tattoo Lasting Eyebrow Tint
$23.90 each, available at Sasa, BHG, selected Watsons and Guardian stores.
Maybelline Fashion Brow Tattoo Gel Tint
$19.90 each, available from Watsons and Guardian stores.
Yadah Quick Tattoo Brow Gel
$16.90 each, available from zalora.sg.
CLIO Kill Brow All Day Tattoo Brow Cara
$17.90 each, available at Watsons and Guardian stores.
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