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Eyebrow tinting is a widespread practice for filling in sparse lines, marking eyebrows or simply perfecting restructuring. Henna is a natural, affordable solution! How do you use it? We tell you all about it.
Marked, clean, full eyebrows are all the rage. While semi-permanent make-up methods are in full swing, so are eyebrow restructuring and tinting! In the latter category, there are several solutions to achieve the desired result and say goodbye to sparse, too-light or white eyebrows. Tinting can be done professionally in an institute, but the main advantage is that it can also be done naturally at home using henna… Perfect eyebrows are yours!
As a reminder, henna is a plant whose leaves are crushed to obtain a totally natural coloring powder. This powder is used for henna tattoos, hair coloring and eyebrow tinting. It’s an excellent alternative for those who suffer from allergies to the chemicals in conventional dyes, or those who simply want to stick to a natural routine. Unlike conventional dyes, henna also acts as a skincare product, its natural origin helping, among other things, to promote hair regrowth. For even more beautiful eyebrows, however, you can continue to apply eyebrow serum.
WHAT ARE THE STEPS INVOLVED IN HENNA EYEBROW TINTING?
Traditional henna tinting is generally carried out at home (which is its advantage), and is not difficult to apply, but does require a certain dexterity, as henna quickly marks the skin and a stray patch can quickly ruin the desired effect. To achieve beautiful eyebrows, certain steps must be followed:
1 – PLUCK EYEBROWS CLEANLY TO PREPARE THE AREA
For henna to be successful, it must be applied to a clean, prepared brow bone. Before applying henna, make sure you pluck your eyebrows thoroughly. In this way, you draw a clean, precise line that will precisely define the area to be tinted!
2 – CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLOR
There are several possible henna colors (all in natural tones, nothing extravagant). Before dyeing your eyebrows, you need to choose the color that best suits your skin tone. It’s a good idea to avoid big differences: a red henna will look very bad if you have black hair, for example… In general, it’s advisable to choose your exact color or one tone above. But everyone is free to do as they please!
3 – HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN TINCTURE?
Nothing too complicated. Henna-based eyebrow tints are generally sold in kit form and contain all the materials needed to prepare the color. So be sure to buy a complete kit! The dye can be prepared with a rosewater base for added sensoriality, but above all to enable the henna to adhere better to the hair. Mix in the powder until it dissolves completely and a smooth paste is obtained. Ready to use!
4 – HOW TO APPLY HENNA DYE CORRECTLY?
This is where things can get tricky… You need to be vigilant and meticulous in order to apply the henna without overflowing! In fact, to avoid unwelcome stains, you can apply a hypoallergenic glue around your eyebrows. If the henna overflows, it will settle on the glue, which can then be easily removed. To apply the henna, it’s best to use a brush (angled for greater control), which will delicately shape the hairs for the desired fullness. It’s advisable to leave the dye on for 10 to 15 minutes, as it may be too dark beyond this time.
5 – HOW DO I REMOVE EXCESS HENNA AFTER DYEING?
Once the application time has elapsed, it’s time to remove the excess henna paste from the eyebrows. This too is a delicate operation, as you must avoid getting it everywhere. The first step is to use a dry cotton swab to remove any excess, followed by a cotton pad soaked in water to clean the area.
HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR TINT?
Now that the dye has been applied and the eyebrows are once again perfect, it’s time to maintain the result so it doesn’t deteriorate. Maintaining henna-tinted eyebrows is pretty straightforward. Once the henna has been applied and the excess removed, it’s advisable to avoid getting the eyebrows wet (even if henna marks quickly, it’s better not to take any risks) for around 12 hours. So avoid unexpected bathing! After that, and beyond the first few days, to keep your dye as beautiful and marked as possible, be careful not to use overly abrasive products such as coarse scrubs. We also try to use foamy cleansers rather than oil-based ones, which could lighten the henna or even make it disappear! Apart from these small details, henna coloring is pretty easy to live with. It just needs to be renewed every six weeks, unlike permanent make-up, which is designed to last for years.
