It's a perfect alternative for those who can't wear make-up or women who swim or are involved in sports that make it difficult to keep on make-up. An aniline derivative tint should never be used. Instead, a harmless vegetable based coloring agent should be used, making eyelash or eyebrow tinting a safe process. The choice of color is limited to either brown or black. While black is favored in most cases, brown is recommended for very light blonde complexions.