Brows + Ink Studio

Brows Studio is run by Maureen Nguyen, who describes herself as a cosmetic tattoo artist and educator. Her studio offers microblading or nanoblading, soft ombre powder brows, and microshading or nanoshading (also called combo brows). They also offer correction and reshaping of brows done by another artist, lip blush, natural and wing eyeliner, fine-line tattoos and permanent jewelry. Maureen notes that one of her first jobs was in a surgery department at Kaiser Permanente. The site says she uses disposable gowns, gloves, masks and single-use supplies for each client.

Appointments begin with a consultation covering skin type, shape and color tone. The site says work does not start until the client is happy with the drawn shape, and that numbing cream is applied. A touch-up is recommended 6 to 8 weeks after the first visit, though the site says it is optional. The studio says results last up to 2 to 5 years depending on skin and lifestyle. Clients must be 18 or older. For cover-ups, clients are asked to send photos of their brows first. Maureen also teaches soft ombre powder brows and permanent jewelry classes, and students receive a certificate when they finish.