How long does it take to tint my eyebrows and how long does it last?

IF YOU'VE EVER wondered how long brow tinting really takes, and how long those results actually last, you’re not alone. Whether you’re deciding between a traditional brow dye or a super-quick, day-wear option like our TINTYKIT Brow Tint + Hold, understanding the timing and longevity helps you choose the right approach for your routine. In this post, we break down what to expect from both semi-permanent tints and daily brow-boosting gels so that you can find the perfect fit for your brows and your schedule.

How long does eyebrow tinting take? – At a glance

When you tint your eyebrows, whether at home or in a salon, the process is typically pretty quick. A tint session usually takes around 15-20 minutes in total – and that includes prep, application and clean-up.

Bear in mind this accounts for the following:

• The tint is often left on for roughly 5-10 minutes (sometimes a bit longer depending on hair thickness or how intense you want the colour to be).

• Once you wipe off the dye, your brows will immediately show the result – darker, fuller, and more defined.

So, if you’re doing a brow tint for the first time, you can plan for a session of around a quarter of an hour or so – and you’ll likely walk away with noticeable results straight away.

How long does a brow tint last? (Hair-dye / semi-permanent options)

If you go for a standard industry brow tint (the kind that dyes your brow hairs and sometimes stains the skin underneath), longevity depends on a few factors: hair growth, how often you wash or exfoliate the area, your skin type, and aftercare.

• Typically, brow tints last around 3 to 6 weeks, depending on the individual. 

• Most people see their brows at their freshest and most defined for the first 1–2 weeks. After that, colour tends to gradually fade as hairs shed and skin is naturally exfoliated. 

• To make results last as long as possible, it’s often recommended to avoid getting your brows wet (e.g. minimising activities like swimming or long showers). You can also avoid harsh cleansers or exfoliating products around the brow area, and generally should look to treat the area gently.

If you like a low-maintenance brow routine, a traditional tint is a good option – you could get away for up to a month or more between tints, depending on how quickly your brows grow or how intense you want the result to stay.

How long does brow tinting take and last with our TINTYKIT Brow Tint + Hold?

If you're looking for a more temporary, flexible brow tinting option, our Brow Tint + Hold day-wear gel should be the product for you. 

• The product is designed as a day-wear tint, not a semi-permanent dye. 

• This means you apply it and it gives you instant colour, shape and hold. It’s not 'meant' to stay on beyond the day. At night, it washes off easily with water or a regular cleanser. 

• The idea is that it stays put all day, keeps your brows in place, gives them a boost in terms of colour and volume – but it specifically does not stain or tint the skin or hair around your brows, which means it's gentle and a very impermanent option: It's great for people who are looking for a naturally enhanced boost and look.

In essence, using Brow Tint + Hold is more like a 'makeup-meets-tint' solution: It's essentially like mascara for your eyebrows.

You get the look of tinted, defined brows for the day you use it – and you’re free to go bare or switch styles the next.

Here's how it works in practice:

• You don’t need to wait, mix, prep or 'develop' anything – as soon as you apply the gel, your eyebrows will have that enhanced colour.

• It lasts until you wash your face (or until you remove it), rather than lingering for weeks.

• It’s ideal if you want flexibility – e.g. you want more colour on your brows on some days (maybe when going out) but prefer a more bare-faced look on other days – without the commitment of a traditional tint.

Final thoughts

Ultimately, how long your tinted brows last, and how much time it takes, depends on which method you choose.

A standard brow tint or dye gives several weeks of defined brows after a quick 15-20 minute session or appointment.

Meanwhile, TINTYKIT’s Brow Tint + Hold offers the convenience of an easy-to-apply gel that gives you tinted, shaped brows that last all day, and that can be easily washed off at night – perfect for flexibility in your daily styling choices.