Mineral pigments

The Peinto M series is a mineral eyebrow pigment line in which the number after the letter M is not arbitrary — it follows an approximate gradient from light to dark (M1 Blond through M6 Extra Black), with three exceptions at the end of the series that serve different functions.

Peinto M Series — How the Numbers Navigate the Palette and Where the Gradient Breaks

It's important to note that the M series does not follow the logic "higher number equals darker tone" throughout its entire range. Understanding the structure is therefore more useful than reading the numbers mechanically. The series divides into three distinct sections.

M1–M6: Core Palette Following a Lightness Gradient

M1 Blond, M2 Dark Blond, M3 Light Brown, M4 Dark Brown, M5 Black Brown and M6 Extra Black follow a logical gradient from the lightest to the darkest tone. This means that a specialist who knows the target result can navigate directly to the approximate number without reviewing the full catalogue. All are mineral formulas designed for powder brow and ombré eyebrow techniques.

M0 Ideal Brown: The Premium Shade Outside the Gradient

M0 is the only product in the series at a different price point — and this is significant. It's important to note that M0 Ideal Brown is formulated as a specialised universal brown tone, positioned before M1 in the numbering specifically because it differs in characteristics, not in lightness. It offers broader applicability across different skin tones compared to the others in the series.

M7 Bronze and M8 Gold: Decorative Mineral Tones

M7 and M8 step outside expectations for a classic eyebrow palette. Bronze and gold tones are not standard PMU eyebrow choices for the typical client. They find application in decorative accent techniques, in specific procedures for lighter or silver-toned brows, and in mixing to achieve a warm metallic undertone. It's important to note that working with M7 and M8 requires greater experience — the result with careless application can be excessively saturated.

M9 Oliva: The Hybrid Corrector Within the Mineral Series

M9 Oliva is labelled as a "hybrid corrector" — not a mineral pigment — despite carrying M-series numbering. The olive-green tone of Oliva is designed to neutralise warm or reddish residue from a previous PMU procedure. It's important to note that hybrid eyebrow correctors are not applied to clean skin — they are used only in corrective procedures, before the target pigment is applied.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should M series be chosen over B series (hybrid eyebrows)?

M series is the right choice for oily or porous skin, powder brow technique, and clients with previous PMU that showed uneven fading with a hybrid formula. B series is more versatile across techniques.

For which clients is M6 Extra Black appropriate?

For clients with very dark, near-black natural brows where lighter shades in the series would look unnatural. It's important to note that M6 requires precise application — over-application results in excessive intensity.

Can M7 and M8 be mixed with M1–M5?

Technically yes, but the result is difficult to predict. The metallic tones behave differently during healing compared to the classic browns in the series.

Is M9 Oliva a mineral or hybrid product?

Hybrid. Despite the M-series numbering, M9 Oliva is a hybrid corrector and not a mineral pigment. Mixing it with mineral products from the series is not recommended.

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