The Complete Aftercare Guide: How to Help Your Clients Maintain Perfect Lash and Brow Tints for 6 Full Weeks

For lash and brow professionals, the service doesn’t end when the tint is applied. The real test of skill comes in how long your work lasts once the client leaves your chair. Strong, long-lasting results don’t just depend on the quality of the tint, they also rely on how well your clients follow proper eyebrow and eyelash tint aftercare instructions. How to maintain brow and lash tint will depend on how you educate your clients after the appointment.

Whether you run a busy salon or are training to become a lash and brow specialist, understanding and communicating good lash and brow tint maintenance habits can make a big difference. Not only will your clients enjoy better results, but they’ll also trust your professional guidance and return for regular bookings.

What Your Clients Need to Know in the First 24 Hours After Tinting

The first day after a tint is the most important stage for colour development. During this time, the tint is still setting, and exposure to moisture, heat, or oils can affect how well it bonds to the hair.

Here’s what to explain to every client before they leave your salon:

1. Keep the Area Completely Dry

For the first 24 hours, clients should avoid:

• Washing their face with hot water
• Steam rooms and saunas
• Swimming or gym sessions
• Heavy sweating or facials

Moisture can cause the tint molecules to lift early, leading to faster fading.

2. Avoid Oils and Creams

Oil-based cleansers and moisturisers can break down the tint and shorten its lifespan. Recommend clients use gentle, water-based products around the eye and brow area, especially within the first day after tinting.

3. Hands Off the Brows and Lashes

Rubbing, touching, or sleeping face-down can cause friction and remove tint pigment. These actions are a big NO. Encourage clients to avoid touching their lashes or brows and to sleep on their back the first night if possible.

4. Suggest a Professional Aftercare Product

Introduce your clients to RefectoCil Styling Gel or RefectoCil Care Balm. These products are designed specifically to keep tinted lashes and brows conditioned, helping preserve colour intensity and hair strength. These are the right products for your lash and brow tint maintenance. Recommending the right product shows you care about results beyond the appointment.

Daily Habits That Extend Tint Longevity: The Do’s and Don’ts Guide

Once the first 24 hours are over, it’s all about consistency. With the right care, clients can enjoy bold, defined colour for up to six weeks. As professionals, we should help them understand how everyday routines can either protect or shorten the life of their tint.

The Do’s

✔ Use Gentle, Water-Based Cleansers
Recommend clients wash their face using mild, non-oily cleansers. This keeps the skin clean without affecting the tint.

✔ Apply Conditioning Products
Encourage them to use lash and brow conditioning treatments such as the RefectoCil Lash & Brow Booster. Hydrated, healthy hairs hold pigment better and longer.

✔ Protect From UV Exposure
Sun exposure can cause fading. Clients should be reminded to wear hats or sunglasses outdoors and apply sunscreen carefully around (but not directly on) tinted areas.

✔ Brush and Maintain Shape
A simple step that makes a big difference, brushing through brows daily with a clean spoolie helps keep the tint looking even and neat.

The Don’ts

✘ Avoid Active Skincare Near the Area
Products containing acids, retinol, or exfoliants can break down tint pigments and cause dryness around the brows. Clients should keep these products away from the eye area.

✘ Don’t Apply Mascara or Brow Makeup Too Soon
Makeup should be avoided for at least 24 hours post-tint. Heavy products can interfere with the tint and lead to uneven fading.

✘ Don’t Skip Maintenance Appointments
Even with great care, natural hair growth cycles mean the tint will eventually fade. Encourage clients to book a refresh every six weeks to maintain colour and definition.

Creating Custom Aftercare Cards: Turn Better Results Into Repeat Bookings

Good aftercare advice is more likely to stick when it’s written down. Providing custom aftercare cards for your salon is a simple, professional touch that strengthens your client relationships and encourages rebookings.

Why Aftercare Cards Are Worth It

They Reinforce Professionalism
Handing out a RefectoCil-branded or salon-branded aftercare card instantly communicates that you care about the full service experience, not just the appointment itself.

They Reduce Misunderstandings
When clients forget what you told them, they can refer to the card instead of guessing. This means fewer issues with premature fading or dissatisfaction.

They Support Rebookings
Include a friendly reminder on the card such as:

“For the best results, book your next lash and brow tint in 5–6 weeks.”
It’s a soft, effective way to encourage regular visits.

They Help With Staff Training
For salons with multiple technicians or students in training, aftercare cards help ensure everyone gives the same advice. Consistency builds trust and professionalism across your team.

What to Include on Your Aftercare Card

• 24-hour care reminders (avoid water, steam, oils)
• Ongoing maintenance tips (cleansing, conditioning, and protection)
• Recommended RefectoCil aftercare products
• Your salon’s contact details and booking link

Keep the design simple, clean, and on-brand. Clients appreciate something practical they can keep in their handbag or bathroom.

Final Thoughts: Why Aftercare Education Matters

Perfect tinting results depend on more than just technique, they depend on how well clients follow your guidance once they leave the salon. By clearly explaining how to maintain brow and lash tint, you help them get the most from their treatment while strengthening your professional reputation.

Every conversation about eyebrow and eyelash tint aftercare in Australia is an opportunity to demonstrate expertise, build trust, and encourage clients to return regularly. When their colour stays rich and defined week after week, they’ll see the value of coming back to the salon that gave them those lasting results. You can trust RefectoCil on that.

Keep your tinting results looking their best between visits. Stock your salon with RefectoCil’s professional tinting and aftercare range, and help your clients enjoy longer-lasting colour, healthier lashes, and brows they’ll keep coming back for.