SofTap Pigments for Machine PMU: Retention, Dilution & Brow Colors
Love your machine? Keep it. SofTap pigments work with PMU machines, including for powder brows, nano hairstrokes, and combination brows.
We’re known for our hand method, but our creamy, concentrated pigments are made for both hand AND machine application. If you’re new to SofTap, here’s what to expect—from the first pass to your client’s next color refresh.
Smooth Application & Lasting Retention
The first thing you’ll notice is the texture. SofTap pigments are thick, creamy, and highly concentrated, with a formula designed to implant smoothly and build color efficiently.
That easy uptake helps you see your progress during the appointment. After healing, expect softer, natural-looking brows with lasting definition.
As a general guide, expect 20–30% fading between the initial procedure and the healed touch-up appointment, followed by around 15% fading per year. Some skin types may experience more fading. These are estimates: skin, technique, application, darkness of color, and brow style all influence how much color remains.
We generally recommend assessing whether a color refresh is needed within one to three years. Let the brows guide you—if they still look great, there’s no reason to add more pigment just because the calendar says so.
Stable Color Without the Need for Modifiers
Choosing color shouldn’t mean mixing a complicated recipe for every client.
SofTap’s inorganic, carbon-black-free pigments are pre-balanced and developed for long-term color stability. Choose the right shade and undertone for your client without routinely adding a modifier to every cup.
Prefer to put your own finishing touch on a formula? #327 Cool-it gives experienced artists the option to introduce cooler, ash tones based on the client’s skin, existing color, and desired result. It’s extra flexibility for artists who like to customize—not a required step for every shade.
Touch-Ups Without the Need for Laser
A color boost shouldn’t routinely bring laser into the conversation.
When existing brows have faded appropriately and the shape and color are suitable, you can refresh them without first removing the old work. SofTap’s carbon-black-free formulas are designed for soft healing and gradual fading, supporting easier color refreshes over time.
How to Dilute SofTap Pigments for Machine Use
Used to a thinner pigment? SofTap’s creamy consistency may feel different at first. Some machine setups work well with it straight from the tube; others benefit from a little SofTap Dilution Solution.
Here’s how to get started:
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Prepare your pigment. Separation is natural—we don’t add fillers to prevent it. If clear carrier fluid has separated, discard that fluid and use the thick pigment. You can then stir the remaining pigment with a fresh, single-use microbrush through the tube’s wide opening for an even consistency.
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Dispense into a fresh, single-use pigment cup and dilute only if needed. Add a small drop of Dilution Solution, mix thoroughly, and check the consistency before adding more.
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Aim for smooth cartridge flow. Use only as much solution as your setup needs.
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Record your mixture. A quick note makes it easier to repeat your results and assess healed retention.
A little goes a long way. Dilution changes both flow and color concentration, so more solution also means a softer, more diluted deposit.
Five SofTap Eyebrow Pigments for Machine Artists
You don’t need an entire pigment collection to get acquainted. These five shades—all included in our Machine Brow Color Discovery Kit—give you a useful introduction to both our Classic and Iconic collections.
| Pigment | Color | Why you might reach for it |
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| Malibu Blonde — Iconic | Warm golden blonde | Blonde brows that benefit from golden warmth. |
| Manuka — Iconic | Soft cool blonde | Blonde brows where a cooler tone suits the desired result. |
| Sugar Maple — Iconic | Rich cool dark brown | Dark brunette brows that call for cool depth. |
| Earth — Classic | Deep neutral brown-black | Depth and definition for dark brows. |
| German Chocolate — Classic | Rich warm brown | Brunette brows that benefit from warmth. |
Look at your client’s skin undertone, brow hair, desired depth, and any existing pigment—not hair color alone. Swatching on intact skin and drawing the pigment into a thin layer can help you see its undertones.
Explore all SofTap eyebrow pigments →
An Easy Start: The Machine Brow Color Discovery Kit
Want us to take some of the choosing off your plate? Our Machine Brow Color Discovery Kit includes all five shades above, plus SofTap Dilution Solution to adjust consistency for your machine.
It’s a simple way to explore both pigment collections and find your new favorites.
Keep the machine you love. Get to know a new set of colors.
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