Eyebrow Gel or Brow Tint for Thinning Eyebrows?

by Sandra
(Florida)

Hi,

Have you ever tried tinting your eyebrows with a permanent color?

I tried a semi-permanent tint but I didn't like the look. It cost about $20.00 and only lasted about as long as regular hair color - about 4 weeks.

I've tried so many eyebrow brush tint products and can't ever get a natural look.

I liked using an eyebrow pencil but it never seemed to last the whole day for me. I have to keep reapplying it throughout the day.

So I decided to try a permanent color on the advice of my hairdresser. What do you think?


Thanks,
Sandra

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Editor's Note:

Hi Sandra,

Thank you for sharing your experience and question about permanent eyebrow tinting. Here is what I found works for me:

I’ve considered using a semi-permanent tint for my brows, but there are two reasons I haven’t taken the plunge:

1. I worry the color might turn out too dark or unnatural, and I’d be stuck with it for weeks.
2. My main eyebrow issue isn’t a lack of color but rather a lack of hair.

And, that's true for most older women. A lack of color (alone) is not what makes eyebrows seem sparse or disappear—it’s often a lack of actual eyebrow hair. Simply coloring the skin where the hairs are missing might not work well and can look unnatural.

Over the years, my eyebrows have become thin and sparse, especially on the outer third. I likely over-plucked when I was younger. So, for me, adding color alone isn’t enough. Instead, I’ve found using a waterproof tinted gel works better.

Here’s how I use it:

I apply a tinted gel that coats, thickens each hair, and fills in gaps for a fuller, natural look.
The gel also enhances the color of my brows while keeping the look soft and realistic—not overly dark or fake. Using a product with the right-sized brush is important also to make sure I can evenly coat my brows without applying too much color

ABZ Tip: One trick I’ve learned is to use the brush tip to “like a pencil” to fill in sparse areas. Afterward, I run the brush through my brows to coat the hairs evenly and create a polished, youthful appearance.

If you're curious about how this works, I have a really simple step-by-step eyebrow makeup tutorial. Click here to see how it works


I hope this helps, Sandra. Happy eyebrow tinting!

Warm regards,
Linda