Rad & Retro Beauty Studio

I’m diggin’ in the new spot in the shop ✨

// step-by-step brow tinting process // >>

1. We have a consultation.

Let’s figure out the best options when it comes down to the
- style tint/dye we use
- colors + shades
- intensity of dye

2. The tint process.

This is where I apply the tint formula I determined would best fit your needs based on our consultation.
-I map your brows out meticulously with my tint brush in order to create clean & precise lines.

3. Mapping the brows for your perfect shape.

During your consultation is where I normally will ask you questions about your brows & any future goals you may have.
I also determine the shape that fits best for your facial structure & map out areas that we can fill in for growth.
-I use my mapping pen and tool to create three lines that match with your nose and eyes.
-I connect those lines and create your brow mapping shape.

4. The final results.

This is where I have done all the waxing, trimming & tweezing to your brows
I also apply a cold compress, a brow masque & reduce the look of redness.
-I end the service by styling the brows and handing you the mirror to witness your custom brows.

I did not want any staining on the skin so I focused more on the brow hair and matching her freshly colored hair.
From my favorite brand BRONSUN® Official Store and Academy🇺🇸 I choose brown + chesnut & 1.8 developer to give her that subtle soft tint

one of my favorite techniques when it comes to tinting & using hybrid dyes to achieve the “powder filled-in” look
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not only is it soft looking to the eye but it also is just enough tint to make your brows look not to dark & not too light.
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for this client in particular I went in with the brown shade by BRONSUN® Official Store and Academy🇺🇸 from their cream dye collection.
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I love the soft & subtleness of this dye as it gives the perfect middle brown I was looking for. It has just enough warmth to not over power her skin tone.
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to give the “powder” look I choose my mixing style to be 2:1 ratio. I mixed one part 1.8% + one part 3% developer with one part dye.
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I use this method often for clients who would like a little bit of a soft punch to the brows. no heavy tinting on the skin & not just tinting the hair it self.
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Effects can last up to 7-14 days on the skin & up to 4-5 weeks on the hair with proper after care.
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I finished her brows off with a hydrating brow masque & skin touch up
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voilà! we have the perfect powdery brow

let’s bring it back to 2022 for a sec…
I had been working at a previous business renting out a suite down the road for about a year at this time & I knew I just was meant to be in my own shop.
I used to drive past this exact suite that I’m currently in now everyday! Just dreaming & wishing about my salon. It took me 3 weeks to get it all put together! Working in both places at the same time. I honestly don’t know how I even did it really.
I’ve told a lot of yall this story before but man do I remember the exact day I went down to the office and toured what would be mine today.
I tried giving the lady at the front desk my card right then & there because I was so ready for what was to come! Unfortunately I had to wait the next day but it was well worth it!
R & R has changed a lot in these 4 years. Heck I’ve changed a lot in 4 years! You guys have always supported my vision no matter how whimsical it’s all been. But I’ve always believed my ideas would bring people in! They actually worked!!
2026 has officially marked my 10yrs in waxing brows for a living & it’s so wild that I’m here & that I’ve made it!
If you would have told me, that 16 year pregnant me would’ve made it this far I don’t think I would’ve believed you!! I’m really making her proud & I hope I’m making all of you proud too!
Last year was pretty hard for me and it slowed me down some but I believe it’s helped me re-connect with my ultimate vision of all time.
2027 will mark a new chapter & a new beginning for Rad & Retro. I know this is long and if you’ve made it to the end thank you for reading! Thank you for your kindness, your grace & understanding!

I love you all 💖

I’ve been a little MIA on here lately but I’ve been super busy slaving away on y’all’s brows!

Just wanted to say that I’m so happy & appreciative of every single one of you! 2025 was a crazy journey for me but things have finally been relaxing a bit for me.

You guys have been wonderful & I’m truly grateful for all the love & patience I receive on a daily basis! I feel like I’m shining my light again!

It’s about to get even busier and I know everyone’s going to want to get in for spring/summer so get in as soon as you can and I will do whatever I can to accommodate.

Try your best to book online and if you don’t see a day or time available you guys can always text me to see if I have anything else besides what is showing online. Sometimes I do, not all the time but it doesn’t hurt to ask.

Just wanted to show off my new outfit & give you guys a shoutout! Y’all have a great weekend!

Xoxo,

Ariel 💖