New York State to Allow Lash & Brow Tinting with RefectoCil® Intense Brow[n]s™
For the first time, clients in NEW YORK state are able to have their eyebrows and lashes tinted in the salon with the new FDA-compliant INTENSE BROW[N]S by RefectoCil®. The amendment was effective September 4, 2024 to allow tinting lashes and brows, only if using a silver nitrate color additive tinting product such as RefectoCil’s Intense Brow(n)s™.
FDA Amendments
RefectoCil’s entry into the US market is a milestone in the international development of the brand. Prior to this approval by the state board, New York state has had a total ban on lash & brow tinting- it has been illegal for decades to perform these services in New York and salons have faced fines.
Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) amended the color additive regulations to provide for the safe use of silver nitrate as a color additive in professional-use only cosmetics to color eyebrows and eyelashes. This action is in response to a color additive petition (CAP) filed by GW Cosmetics (RefectoCil's parent company) and EAS Consulting Group.
We are proud to be the first.
“This is the first color additive to be approved by the FDA in many years and represents a considerable effort between GW Cosmetics and EAS experts to meet the rigorous requirements set by FDA for color additives,” says EAS Independent Advisor for Cosmetics and Colours, John Bailey Ph. D. Bailey, in collaboration with other EAS experts, worked with GW Cosmetics on the CAP.
With the way Intense Brow(n)s™ creates fuller looking brows and a customized make-up effect, it stands as a natural alternative to permanent make-up or microblading.
Our Technique
The “Professionals only” coloring system was developed as a 2-step system: In the first step, the BASE GEL is applied in the desired color nuance, and in the second step the ACTIVATOR GEL follows, giving the eyebrows and eyelashes the desired color depth.
The newly developed INTENSIFYING PRIMER, when used as an optional first step, allows skin staining benefits for a stronger makeup effect.
3 Brow Results
Three effective coloring techniques allow almost every (brow) wish to be fulfilled. The best results for a particularly intense look are achieved with the full brow technique. The ombre shading technique gives the eyebrows a natural, feathery look, and the brow filling technique creates contoured and defined brows.
Salon Perks
Intense Brow[n]s™ make it easier for salons to serve their customers. Here are just a few of the perks:
The first FDA- compliant and patented coloring system.
Tailor-made, semi-permanent makeup effect for fuller -looking brows as it colors the hair and stains the skin.
Technique allows natural to intense looking results
Coloring result lasts up to 6 weeks, simple and safe application
Dermatologically and ophthalmologically tested, vegan and suitable for those with sensitive skin, not tested on animals
Online salon and school certification program - www.refectocileducation.com
About CBON
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kippy.spergel@cbongroup.com (877) 283-7546
