Eyelash and eyebrow tinting Flashcards
Contra-indications
- inflammation or swelling around the eye area
- skin diseases in the eye area
- skin disorders in the eye area, such as eczema or psoriasis
- cuts and abrasions in the area
- hypersensitive skin
- eye infections such as conjunctivitis (pink eye), blepharitis (infection of the eyelid), hordeola (stye), watery eyes or cysts
- a positive reaction to the skin test (patch test)
- contact lenses (must be removed)
- particularly nervous client (may blink frequently which may cause tint to enter the eye)
Eye infections
- conjunctivitis
- hordeola
- blepharitis
- watery eyes
Conjunctivitis
- known as pink eye
- inflammation of the mucous membranes that covers the eye and lines the eyelid
- the skin of the inner conjunctiva of the eye becomes inflamed and the eye becomes very red and sore
Hordeola
- known as a stye
- an infection of the sebaceous glands of the eye lash hair follicles
- appears as small lumps containing pus on the inner rim of the eyelid
Blepharitis
- infection of the eyelid causing the eye to look red and sore
Watery eyes
- indicates too many tears draining from the eyes and can be caused by blocked tear duct
- can become worse with bright light or infections of the eyes
The benefits of brow and lash tinting
- enhances the general appearance of your facial features
- defines and corrects brow shapes
- emphasizes the lashes with intensified colour
- creates a lengthening effect of lashes
How long do the effects of tinting last?
4-6 weeks
- factors such as sun exposure, swimming and using products containing Alpha Hydroxy Acids can lighten them sooner
Patch testing
- should be conducted at least 48 hours before the tinting treatment and no longer than a week before
- a small quantity of dirk tint and an appropriate amount of hydrogen peroxide/developer must be mixed and painted onto the skin using a brush or cotton bud either to the area behind the ear or on the inner side of the elbow
- if no irritation occurs after 48 hours the tint can be washed off and the treatment can be done as normal (negative result)
- if irritation does occur, the tint should washed off and a suitable antiseptic lotion applied to calm the skin
- tinting cannot be carried out if this occurs (positive reaction)
- should be carried out regularly, especially if the client is pregnant or taking medication
Examples of a positive test
- swelling of the eye skin
- irritation
- inflammation of the eyeball itself, causing weeping
- if this occurs remove the tint immediately
Evidence of a performed patch test on the client record card should include the following:
- date and time of patch test
- chemicals and dilutions used
- tint colour
- description of the skin, including contra-indications after the patch test
- treatment to alleviate a positive reaction
Which 2 products are essential for the tinting treatment
- professional eyelash or eyebrow tint which contains small molecules of permanent dye called, toluenediamine
- hydrogen peroxide used to activate the molecules of dye (develops the colour)
Hydrogen peroxide
- an oxidant
- 3% or volume-10 strength peroxide is used as anything stronger will damage the hairs
- when the peroxide is mixed with the tint, the small dye molecules form large molecules which remain trapped in the cortex of the hair
- the hair is thus permanently coloured but will grow as the hair grows over time
Oxidant
a chemical that contains available oxygen atoms and encourages certain chemical reactions
Permanent tints are available in these different forms:
- jelly
- liquid
- cream (most manageable and are ideal for delicate and mature skin as the consistency is thicker so it does not run into the eye)
Tint colours should
- complement the clients hair and skin colour
- age
- eye cosmetics
- the shade of tint can be varied by leaving the dye on for different lengths of time or by mixing different colours together
Tint colours
Blue-black- ideal for clients with naturally dark lashes to add shine and deeper colour
Softer colours- for mature and fair-skinned clients and produce a more natural effect
Grey/brown- preferable for blondes or a redhead as black is too harsh
Tints are available in the following colours:
- black
- blue-black (lashes)
- red
- grey
- brown
- light brown
*lashes are usually tinted darker than the brows
*the base colour of the hair colour will affect the density of the final colour - a natural shade will help define dark brows at the outer corners or to blend in white hairs to give a uniform tone and more distinct profile to the brow
Why is tinting carried out before shaping
the tint will sit in the follicles
Contra-actions
Staining- if tint gets on the skin and is not removed quick enough
Tint in the eye- this will occur if the client opens her eye/eyes (will water profusely and a burning sensation will be felt in the eyes), rinse eyes with water
Eyebrows are shaped for these reasons
- to tidy and define the brows
- accentuate the eyes
- ensures that make-up can be applied to better effect
Temporary methods of hair removal include:
- depilatory waxing
- plucking
- threading
Permanent methods of hair removal include:
- electrical methods (galvanic electrolysis, electrical epilation and blend epilation technique)
- laser
Depilatory waxing
- using warm, hot or cold wax applied to the treatment area, embedding the hair in it
- when the wax is removed from the area, the hairs are also removed from the roots
- they re-grow in 4 weeks
Plucking
- uses a pair of tweezers to remove the hairs
- the hair is grasped near the surface of the skin and is plucked in the direction of hair growth
- the hair is removed from the root and will re-grow in 3 weeks
Threading
- a thread of twisted cotton is used which is rolled over the area from which the hair is to be removed
- the hairs catch in the cotton and are pulled out
- frequently used by people of Asian or Mediterranean origin
Electrical methods
- galvanic electrolysis, electrical epilation and blend epilation technique which uses electrical current
- the current is passed to the hair root via a fine needle inserted into the hair follicle
- the current destroys the hair root, preventing re-growth
Lazer
- laser light is attracted by the pigment (melanin) in the hair and destroys the root area, preventing re-growth
- the disadvantage of this method is that it is not effective on lighter hairs
Tabulate differences between epilation and laser
- electrolysis uses an electric current to destroy hair follicles, while laser hair removal uses focused light energy to target and damage hair follicles, leading to hair reduction
