Eyebrow supplies cover the two halves of a brow service: tinting the hairs a darker or richer shade, and mapping, shaping and trimming the brow. M1 Nail & Beauty Supply stocks RefectoCil tint, Oxidant developer, skin protection and remover, made in Austria, plus mapping string, marker pens, brow pencils, tweezers and scissors from MNBS.
Types of eyebrow supplies
| Type | Best for | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Brow and lash tint | Tinting brows and lashes: RefectoCil tint is mixed 1:1 with Oxidant 3%, cream or liquid. | RefectoCil Tint 15 ml, Oxidant Cream 100 ml, Oxidant Liquid 100 ml, RefectoCil NEW Solo Kit |
| Tint prep and clean-up | Cleansing brows before tinting, protecting the skin and eye area, and removing tint stains from the skin afterwards. | Eye Make-up Remover, Saline Solution 150 ml, Skin Protection Cream, Eye Protection Papers, Tint Remover |
| Brow mapping | Marking the start, arch and tail before tinting or shaping. | Mapping string, Marker pen, single, Marker pen, double, Soft brow ruler, Brow pencil, brown, Brow pencil shaper |
| Shaping, trimming and practice | Tweezing, trimming, and practising on silicone first. | Eyebrow tweezer, ULIHO eyebrow scissor, Eyebrow knife, Silicone practice brow, Practice stickers |
How to choose eyebrow supplies
- Pick the shade with the client. RefectoCil tint comes in blacks, browns, graphite, blue-black, deep blue and red.
- Cream or liquid Oxidant: both are 3% and mix 1:1 with the tint; the cream is smooth and easy to mix, and the liquid is counted out in drops.
- Map before you tint or tweeze. A pre-inked string, or a soft ruler with a marker pen, gives both brows the same start, arch and tail.
Related: Eyelashes, Beauty tools, Practice & training, Lash essentials, All lash & brow
Guides
Eyebrow FAQ
How do I mix RefectoCil tint for eyebrows?
RefectoCil says to mix the tint 1:1 with Oxidant 3%, cream or liquid: about 0.5 g of tint with 0.5 g of Oxidant. Apply it to clean brows, leave it 5 to 10 minutes, then remove it. Our mixing guide lists the shorter times after Blonde Brow and after a lash lift.
How long does RefectoCil brow tint last?
Up to 6 weeks, according to RefectoCil; how long it looks fresh also depends on the client's hair growth and skin care at home. A 15 ml tube gives up to 30 applications.
How do I use a pre-inked brow mapping string?
Pull out a length, hold it taut and lay it over the brow at each point you want to mark: the start, the arch and the tail. Press or snap it lightly so it leaves a thin line, then check both sides match before you tint or remove any hair.
Order online for in-store pickup at our Markham, Ontario store, usually ready in 2 to 4 hours, or have your order shipped anywhere in Canada.