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Last updated: April 2026
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Eyebrow Tinting Dundee

Your eyebrows are there but nobody can see them. They're fair, blonde, or so light that they disappear against your skin. Without brow pencil or powder, your face looks washed out and undefined. You spend time every morning drawing them on, trying to get both sides even, blending the colour so it doesn't look fake. Then you catch yourself in a mirror later and one has smudged or the colour has faded and you're back to invisible brows by lunchtime.

Eyebrow tinting gives your brows permanent colour for 4 to 6 weeks. A semi-permanent dye coats each brow hair from root to tip, darkening them so they're visible without any makeup. No daily drawing on. No smudging. No fading by midday. Just brows that have colour and definition from the moment you wake up.

At Aesthete Beauty in Dundee, eyebrow tinting is carried out by Radina Ignatova, with over 11 years of experience. She matches the tint colour to your natural hair and skin tone for a result that looks real, not painted on. Eyebrow Tinting from £15. Book online any time or call us on 01382 217888.

Radina is really lovely and welcoming, and so skilled in many different services. I've had lash lift and eyebrows, and gel nail infills for a few months, and have been so pleased with results every single time. It's a bright, pretty and clean salon. Highly recommend!

Caitlin S Caitlin S · ★★★★★ · Google Review
The Comparison

Eyebrow Tint vs Hybrid Dye

Aesthete Beauty offers two brow colouring options. Both add colour and definition. The difference is intensity and duration.

Standard Eyebrow Tint (£15). Traditional semi-permanent dye that darkens the brow hair. Lasts 4 to 6 weeks. Good for anyone with medium to dark brows who wants more depth and richness. The result is subtle but noticeable. Natural-looking definition.

Hybrid Eyebrow Dye (£19). Newer gel-based formula that's ammonia-free and produces a darker, more intense colour. Lasts up to 6 weeks on hair and 1 to 2 weeks on the skin. The skin staining fills in sparse areas and gaps, creating the appearance of fuller, denser brows even where hair growth is thin. Better for very fair or sparse brows that standard tint doesn't define enough.

If your brows are medium to dark and you just want more definition, standard tint is enough. If they're very fair, patchy, or sparse, hybrid dye gives the intensity that standard tint can't achieve on very pale hair.

Read more about hybrid eyebrow dye →

You can buy brow tint kits from Boots or Amazon for a few pounds. Refectocil, Julienne, Just For Men beard dye. They work. But there's a reason professional tinting exists. Radina mixes the shade to match your skin tone and hair colour, not from a box that says "medium brown" and hopes for the best. She applies dye precisely to the hairs without staining the surrounding skin. The coverage is even across both brows. And if you've never had it done before, she adjusts the development time based on how your hair takes the colour rather than following a generic timer on a box.

Eyebrow tint and waxing before and after at Aesthete Beauty Dundee
The Combination

Tinting with Shaping

The most popular combination. Get your brows shaped (threading or waxing) and tinted in one appointment.

Deluxe Eyebrows (£35) combines shaping with colour. Radina shapes your brows first, then applies tint or hybrid dye to the newly shaped brow. Doing both together gives the most precise result because the colour is applied to the final shape, not to overgrown brows that will be trimmed later.

If you're booking tinting for the first time, combining it with a reshape (£22 + £15 for tint, or £35 for deluxe) gives you the complete transformation in one visit.

Read more about deluxe eyebrows →

Had a gel manicure, eyebrow threading and tinting. First class experience for all treatments and have booked again. Radina was lovely from start to finish. Would definitely recommend.

CCarole Donnelly·★★★★★·Google Review
Is It For You?

Is Eyebrow Tinting Right for You?

Eyebrow tinting is the right treatment if any of these sound familiar:

  • Your brows are fair, blonde, or light and basically invisible without makeup
  • You spend time every morning filling in your brows with pencil or powder
  • You want defined brows from the moment you wake up without any daily product
  • Your brows look washed out in photos and you want them to show up
  • You want a quick, affordable treatment that takes under 15 minutes
  • You're combining tinting with shaping for the complete brow look
  • You want natural-looking colour that darkens your brows without looking obviously dyed

If you need more intense colour or have very sparse brows with gaps, Hybrid Eyebrow Dye (£19) gives stronger coverage. If you only need shaping and your brows already have good colour, a threading or waxing tidy-up (£18) is what you need instead.

Grey eyebrows respond well to tinting. As brow hairs lose pigment with age, they become harder to see and the brow shape seems to disappear even when the hair is still there. Tinting coats grey hairs the same way it coats pigmented ones, bringing the colour back and making the brow visible again. It's one of the most common reasons women over 40 book this treatment.

Have been twice already in one week. Excellent service and advice. Nails, brows and lashes. Definitely be back.

C Claire Bee · ★★★★★ · Google Review
Pricing & Booking

Eyebrow Tinting Prices and How to Book

Eyebrow Tinting £15. Hybrid Eyebrow Dye £19. Deluxe Eyebrows (shaping + colour) £35.

A patch test is required 48 hours before your first tint or hybrid dye appointment. The patch test is free and takes a few minutes. Book it through the online system.

All current pricing is in the online booking system. Pick your service, choose your time, done. You can also call us on 01382 217888 or message on WhatsApp.

Read more about all our eyebrow treatments →

Your Appointment

What to Expect at Your Eyebrow Tinting Appointment

All tools and equipment are thoroughly cleaned and hygienically prepared between every client. Fresh towels, sanitised surfaces, and a clean workspace are standard for every appointment.

The treatment takes around 10 to 15 minutes.

First-time clients receive a short digital consultation form by email before their appointment covering skin sensitivities, allergies, and any previous reactions to dye products. A 48-hour patch test is required before your first tint or hybrid dye appointment. The patch test is free. Book it through the online system.

01

Colour selection

Radina looks at your natural hair colour, skin tone, and the result you want. She mixes the tint to match. The goal is brows that look naturally defined, not obviously dyed. Too dark looks harsh. Too light doesn't make enough difference. The right shade adds definition without looking fake.

02

Skin preparation

The skin around your brows is cleaned and a barrier cream is applied to protect the surrounding skin from staining.

03

Dye application

The tint is applied carefully to each brow with a small brush, coating every hair from root to tip. Radina shapes the tint application to follow your brow shape, ensuring even coverage across the full brow.

04

Development

The tint is left to develop for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the colour depth you want and your natural hair colour. Darker results need slightly longer.

05

Removal

The tint is removed with damp cotton pads. Your brows are cleaned up and the result is immediate. Darker, more defined brows that look naturally coloured.

When the tint is first removed, don't panic if the colour looks darker than you expected. It will. The surface layer of dye sits on the skin and hair and makes everything look bolder than the final result. Give it two to three days. The surface colour washes off and the shade settles. By day three you'll see the real result. Radina mixes the shade conservatively for first-timers precisely because of this. She'd rather you come back for a slightly darker shade next time than walk out feeling like your brows have been drawn on with a marker.

Tint applicators and mixing dishes are single-use. The barrier cream applied to protect the skin around your brows is dispensed fresh. Tidying tools cleaned with Vodex and sterilised. Radina wears gloves throughout the treatment.

A patch test is required 48 hours before your first tinting appointment (free, takes a few minutes).

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Eyebrow Tinting in Dundee

Q

How much does eyebrow tinting cost?

Eyebrow Tinting £15. Hybrid Eyebrow Dye £19. Deluxe Eyebrows (shaping + colour) £35.

Q

How long does eyebrow tinting last?

Standard tint lasts 4 to 6 weeks. Hybrid dye lasts up to 6 weeks on hair and 1 to 2 weeks on the skin. Colour fades gradually as brow hairs grow out.

Q

Does eyebrow tinting hurt?

No. The treatment is completely painless. The dye is applied with a brush and left to develop. There's no pulling, plucking, or discomfort.

Q

How long does the treatment take?

10 to 15 minutes including colour selection, application, and development.

Q

What's the difference between tint and hybrid dye?

Standard tint (£15) darkens the brow hair. Hybrid dye (£19) produces darker colour, lasts longer, and also stains the skin slightly to fill in sparse areas. Hybrid is better for very fair or patchy brows.

Q

Do I need a patch test?

Yes, 48 hours before your first tint or hybrid dye appointment. The patch test is free and takes a few minutes.

Q

Can I combine tinting with shaping?

Yes. Book Deluxe Eyebrows (£35) for shaping plus colour in one appointment. Or book tinting and threading/waxing as separate services.

Q

Will the tint look natural?

Yes. Radina matches the colour to your natural hair and skin tone. The result is defined brows that look naturally coloured, not obviously dyed.

Q

Does eyebrow tinting work on grey hairs?

Yes. The dye coats grey hairs the same as pigmented ones, bringing colour back to brows that have faded with age. Grey brows are one of the most common reasons people book tinting. If your grey brows are also sparse, hybrid dye (£19) adds skin staining as well for a fuller look.

Q

Will the tint look too dark at first?

It can. When the dye is first removed, the colour often looks bolder than the final result because the surface layer hasn't washed off yet. Over 2 to 3 days it settles to a more natural shade, and Radina mixes conservatively for first-timers so the result looks right rather than overdone. Don't judge the result in the salon mirror.

GET IN TOUCH

Book Your Eyebrow Tinting in Dundee

If your brows disappear without makeup, tinting gives them visible colour that lasts weeks. Fifteen minutes, no daily product, brows that are defined from the moment you open your eyes.

Contact

Book Online Book online through the website any time. Pick your service, choose your time, done. Book Appointment
Call 01382 217888 During opening hours if you'd rather speak to someone.
WhatsApp Send a WhatsApp message If that's easier for you.
Visit 76 Bell Street, Dundee, DD1 1HF City centre, a couple of minutes walk from the Overgate and the Wellgate.

Opening Hours

  • Monday09:30 - 17:30
  • Tuesday09:30 - 17:30
  • WednesdayClosed
  • Thursday09:30 - 17:30
  • Friday09:30 - 17:30
  • Saturday09:30 - 17:30
  • SundayClosed

We serve clients from across Dundee and the surrounding areas including the West End, Broughty Ferry, Newport-on-Tay, Monifieth, Carnoustie, and further afield.

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