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JuvEssentials is #1 Rated for Cosmetic Tattooing and Correction in the San Francisco Bay Area 490 Post St, #647 San Francisco, CA 94102 | 415-654-5859JuvEssentials is #1 Rated for Cosmetic Tattooing and Correction in the San Francisco Bay Area 490 Post St, #647 San Francisco, CA 94102 | 415-654-5859
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Dramatic scar reduction

After just one session of Collagen Rejuvenation Therapy this tracheotomy scar has already dramatically improved. [...]

What is the expected downtime for non-laser eyebrow tattoo removal?

The extent of any downtime for non-laser eyebrow tattoo removal depends on the individual as [...]

Can I get non-laser tattoo removal if I am breastfeeding?

Since the non-laser tattoo removal method is via manual extraction and not laser, it wouldn’t [...]

Can you help with brows that have faded warm?

For anyone who has ever gotten an eyebrow tattoo (including by any other name such [...]

Do you offer numbing for your paramedical tattooing procedures?

Always! Proper preparation of the skin is a must for all procedures and this includes [...]

Now open Fridays through Sunday

JuvEssentials is now open for appointments Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting on August 26th. Now [...]

JuvEssentials’ online scheduling platform is now Booksy

Dear Valued Clients, I recently learned that Genbook, the online scheduling platform I’ve been using [...]

My credit card was canceled/expired/deactivated. What will happen to the refund of my deposit?

Regardless of what happens to your credit card, banks typically always allow refunds to process [...]

What can I use to fade the redness left after a tattoo removal procedure?

After a successful non-laser tattoo removal procedure, the affected skin may still be somewhat reddish [...]

Returning January 8th, 2022

As we head into a third year of the pandemic, I wanted to express my [...]

Booster shot received!

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Is there any scabbing with microblading tattoo removal?

A successful non-laser tattoo removal procedure will have the ink expel from the skin not [...]

Now open on Sundays

Starting in November, I will be officially adding Sunday hours from 10am-2pm in addition to [...]

San Francisco’s vaccination perks

Thanks to the delta variant leading Covid’s latest surge these last few months, indoor masking [...]

Can faded old eyebrow tattoos that have turned blue be removed?

Decades old eyebrow tattoos that may appear all but faded and yet still not nearly [...]

Toxic chemicals found in many cosmetics

According to a report recently published by WebMD, a new study found high fluorine levels [...]

Yellow Tier Here We Come!

Finally received my 2nd vaccine shot today, just in time for this week’s opening up [...]

SF now in “orange tier” and soon moving to “yellow”

Even with the presence of more contagious variants amid a 4th surge happening in other [...]

Lips can be tattooed again

As of Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021, San Francisco is allowed to resume most businesses and [...]

Experts “don’t fully know” what happens to the ink during laser tattoo removal

During a recent virtual course on laser and aesthetic skin therapy, dermatologist Omar A. Ibrahimi, [...]

Businesses are allowed to reopen (again)

From the San Francisco Office of Small Business: Today, Mayor London Breed and Director of [...]

Latest Shelter-in-Place Order Effective Dec 6th, 2020

Without any data to show that Covid is spread through one-on-one personal services, San Francisco [...]

Reopening on September 14th, 2020

So happy to announce that JuvEssentials can finally reopen as of September 14th. Thank you [...]

How body art establishments and other personal service businesses are affected by the Coronavirus

On March 20, 2020, San Francisco’s Department of Public Health, which oversees body art establishments [...]

Understanding the key differences between microblading and eyebrow tattooing

Understanding the key differences between microblading and eyebrow tattooing The growing popularity of microblading has [...]

What is the difference between DIY and professional microneedling?

Microneedling is fast becoming one of the most popular treatments in the cosmetic industry. This [...]

Is Microblading Your Eyebrows Safe?

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that full eyebrows have been in [...]

Semi-Permanent Eyeliner

Strategically applied eyeliner can really lift the eyes and make them pop, but some people  [...]

Natural Permanent Lip Color

Big lips are in, and though the current trend might be responsible for the explosion [...]

Scar Camouflage

Say Hello to Confidence Having a noticeable mark on your skin can be extremely debilitating [...]

Eyebrow Tattoo Correction

Eyebrow disasters happen. Regardless of the cause, it’s important to acknowledge that sometimes people are [...]

The Difference Between Permanent and Semi-Permanent Makeup

What’s the Difference Between Permanent and Semi-Permanent Makeup? It’s one of the most common questions [...]

Do your microbladed eyebrow tattoos last longer than places that are less-expensive?

Another very good question. Whether you want to call it an eyebrow tattoo or microblading, [...]

How Long Will Eyebrows Last With Microblading?

Microblading has taken the world by storm by making the eyebrows look sculpted and defined [...]

I’ve already tried everything for my vitiligo. Can melanocyte repigmentation help?

Vitiligo is generally felt to be an autoimmune disorder whose symptoms are characterized by a [...]

Can a tattoo removal be done for just part of the eyebrow or does it have to be for the whole brow?

That depends on your brows and what needs to be removed. Whether it’s the whole [...]

What will my skin look like right after a tattoo removal session?

Just like with a typical a cosmetic tattoo procedure, a cosmetic tattoo removal procedure should [...]

I use Retin-A around 3 times a week right now; is this something I should stop doing, and if so how long before the procedure?

Long-term, daily retinoid users are advised to discontinue using the product for at least a month especially [...]

I’ve heard after the 1-3 years of getting your eyebrows microbladed the color can fade into a brassy orange or dull bluish-gray color. Is this true, or is that only with cheap pigments?

Good question. I have also seen first hand the brassy orange and dull bluish gray [...]

Will I look okay the day after getting my brows done?

Eyebrows typically look stronger and more “done” while they are healing, usually over the first 5 [...]

Should I wear sunscreen over my tattooed (or microbladed) eyebrows?

Whether your eyebrows are tattooed or “microbladed” (which means that your eyebrows are still tattooed), [...]

Can I use LED light therapy on tattooed skin?

LED light therapy (especially blue, red, purple, and yellow) has been shown to be effective [...]

How do eyebrow extensions compare to eyebrow tattoos?

Given the popularity of eyelash extensions, it was only a matter of time until eyebrow [...]

How deep do you go in the skin layers with a cosmetic tattoo?

Assuming we all understand that skin thickness varies depending on different areas on the body [...]

Is there any chance of scarring with tattoo removal?

While all clients need to be informed that there is no guarantee of any certain outcome [...]

Why may multiple touch up visits necessary?

Any kind of cosmetic facial enhancement is an art form. Minor differences on the face [...]

Do you tattoo beauty marks?

It is never a good idea to have a tattoo placed too close to or [...]

How do you work on brows that already look dark and heavy?

Even if someone may seem blessed with dark, thick eyebrows, there may still be noticeable [...]

Can you do a consultation via skype?

Technology certainly make things more convenient, but as of right now, a good old fashioned [...]

What’s the difference between 3D and 6D eyebrow tattooing?

What’s the difference between 3D and 6D eyebrow tattooing is a valid question, however I [...]

Does an eyebrow tattoo affect future hair growth?

An eyebrow tattoo will not harm any existing eyebrow hairs, as hair growth is mainly affected [...]

Do you do eyebrow embroidery? Or do you only do permanent eyebrow makeup?

If someone could define exactly what “eyebrow embroidery” is then perhaps I could say whether [...]

How swollen do the eyes get right after an eyeliner tattoo?

Swelling of the eyelids from an eyeliner tattoo ranges from none at all to somewhat [...]

permanent eyeliner tattoo eyelash extensions
I am interested in permanent eyeliner and have lash extensions. Do these need to be removed prior to the procedure?

Just as you wouldn’t want to be wearing any eye makeup at the time of [...]

using makeup after tattoo removal
If the skin remains pink for a while after a tattoo removal, is it okay to apply concealer over the area?

Yes, makeup or concealer is fine to use on the new, pink skin that appears [...]

tattoo removal inhibiting future hair growth
Does the tattoo removal solution inhibit future hair growth in that area?

Non-laser tattoo removal is a chemical extraction process whereby the tattoo removal solution only targets [...]

How long do I have to stop using an eyelash growing serum such as Latisse®️ before getting an eyeliner tattoo?

According to its manufacturer’s website, Latisse®️ is a prescription treatment to “grow eyelashes longer, fuller, [...]

Do you do tattoo freckles?

Thanks to a few beauty icons, some women have longed for prominent, strategically placed beauty [...]

Do you do 3D Embroidery permanent makeup eyebrows?
Do you do 3D Embroidery permanent makeup eyebrows?

Technicians who advertise that they do “3D” or “embroidery” permanent makeup eyebrows are essentially using [...]

What do you charge for permanent makeup tattooing?
What do you charge for permanent makeup tattooing?

A more accurate quote for permanent cosmetic procedures are given during a one-on-one consultation in [...]

How come my permanent makeup fades more quickly than my regular tattoos?
How come my permanent makeup fades more quickly than my regular tattoos?

The face is different than the body. While tattooing on the face it’s necessary to [...]

Can I get my eyeliner tattoo removed?
Can I get my eyeliner tattoo removed?

I use a saline tattoo removal solution for the removal of permanent eyeliner. Please keep [...]

eyebrow tattoos
What happens with eyebrow tattoos when you get older and your natural eyebrows turn gray?

  Going gray generally happens gradually for most people and usually not even all the [...]

What Are the Other Methods of Tattoo Removal?
What Are the Other Methods of Tattoo Removal?

  • Surgical Excision: A physician cuts out the tattoo and sutures the edges of [...]

What Will I Look Like Immediately After Getting The Tattoo Removal?
What Will I Look Like Immediately After Getting The Tattoo Removal?

A dark crust will start to form and harden over the affected area and remain [...]

permanent makeup
Is permanent makeup is same thing as a regular tattoo?

Yes and no. Permanent makeup is tattooing as the basic principles of traditional tattooing and [...]

How long will my permanent makeup last?

Permanent makeup is considered permanent because once implanted, the color cannot be washed off.  However, [...]

Non Laser Tattoo Removal
Is there a Quicker and More Effective Alternative to Laser Tattoo Removal?

A Quicker, Safer, and More Effective Way to Remove Tattoos Are you looking to remove [...]

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Do you work weekends?

While I’m available to clients whenever they need me for any issues, including on weekends and [...]

“Can Smoking Affect the Healing of My Cosmetic Tattoo?”

The outcome of a tattoo is limited by the condition of the skin that it’s [...]

How Long Does This Tattoo Removal Procedure Take?
How Long Does A Non-Laser Tattoo Removal Procedure Take?

It is faster and easier to obtain a body or makeup tattoo than it is [...]

tattoo removal
“What can I expect after a tattoo removal?”

What Can I expect After Getting a Tattoo Removal? A dark crust will start to form [...]

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Does your online scheduling calendar reflect the actual availability of your appointments?

Yes. The online calendar enables clients to make, cancel* and reschedule* their own appointments 24/7, [...]

permanent lip color
How long does permanent lip color last?

Permanent cosmetic lip tattooing pigment typically fades in 8 to 10 years. That time would [...]

removing permanent eyeliner
I’m thinking of removing my permanent eyeliner, which I’ve had for 12 years. Can you please tell me what method you use for removal? For a tattoo that is as old as mine, do you think complete removal is possible?

For removing permanent eyeliner tattoos I’ve been using a saline-based formula for over a decade [...]

“How long should I wait for the next tattoo removal procedure?”

“How long should I wait for the next tattoo removal procedure?” At JuvEssentials, we like [...]

Do you offer any training for permanent makeup?

I am currently only certified through SofTap® to teach the manual or hand method of [...]

Am I a good candidate for your non-laser tattoo removal?
Am I a good candidate for your non-laser tattoo removal?

Am I a good candidate for your non-laser tattoo removal? Many of my clients come [...]

Permanent eyebrows
Do you do eyebrow tattoos for men?

 Do you do eyebrow tattoos for men? Eyebrow alopecia is quite common in women and [...]

camouflage the white patches
Can you camouflage discolored white scars?

I had surgery recently and now I have white patches where the scar is. Can [...]

tattoo removal
How Do I Care for My Skin After Getting My Tattoo Removed?

How Do I Care for My Skin After Getting My Tattoo Removed? · Keep the [...]

eyebrow tattoos
As my brows become gray, how will my eyebrow tattoos hold up?

Going gray generally happens gradually for most people and usually not even all the hairs [...]

How is Non-Laser Tattoo Removal performed?
How is Non-Laser Tattoo Removal performed?

How is Non-laser Tattoo Removal performed? Unlike laser tattoo removal, our tattoo removal process is less [...]

What is the proper dosage of antivirals to take if I get cold sores?

Typical prescriptive anti-viral oral medication dosage is 500mg twice per day for 5-7 days, starting [...]

areola
Is areola tattooing covered by insurance?

Is areola tattooing covered by insurance? Thanks to the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act [...]

lip tattoo
If I get a lip tattoo, will I be stuck with the same lip color all the time?

If I get a lip tattoo, will I be stuck with the same lip color [...]

Can I wear makeup to my consultation?

You’re welcome to wear all your makeup as usual if you’re just coming in for [...]

Do you accept CareCredit®️?

CareCredit®️ is a credit card marketed towards people want assistance in the form of credit [...]

How often do people need to come in for touch-ups?

After either 1 or 2 consecutive follow ups after the initial session, your cosmetic tattoo [...]

Once the skin is healed after getting a tattoo removal, will there be any trouble getting a future eyebrow tattoo to take to the area?

Unless there is existing scar tissue from the previous tattoo and/or the tattoo removal, once [...]

Do you offer eyebrow tattoo removal?
Do you do eyebrow tattoo removal?

  Yes, tattooed eyebrows can be pretty much completely removed to significantly lightened depending on [...]

Can I expect an eyeliner tattoo be a lot more uncomfortable than an eyebrow tattoo?

Actually, the opposite tends to be true for most of my clients, and this is probably [...]

Can Juvederm cause a problem for a lip tattoo?

Juvederm fillers have not been shown to pose problems for a lip tattoo. However, a [...]

Before and After Care Do’s & Don’t’s: Here’s What You Really Need To Know

Each different permanent makeup technician may have his or her own set of before and [...]

how is the tattoo removal solution applied
How is the tattoo removal solution applied? Is the skin punctured or is the solution applied topically?

The tattoo removal solution is tattooed into the skin in order to effectively come into [...]

Coming to SF for a visit – can i get my brows done in one day?

Quite a few of my clients travel from outside the Bay Area to see me, [...]

Does wearing contact lenses impact the recovery of an eyeliner tattoo?

Contact lenses themselves should not impact the recovery of an eyeliner tattoo. However if you [...]

How Is A Corrective Tattoo Procedure Performed?
How Is A Corrective Tattoo Procedure Performed?

Several saline-based solutions are available to remove unwanted body art tattoos and permanent makeup. If [...]

Does Tattoo Removal Cause Scarring?
Does Tattoo Removal Cause Scarring?

Does Tattoo Removal Cause Scarring? Although any type of permanent makeup or tattoo removal can [...]

#1 Rated Permanent Makeup Correction in San Francisco
Can My Permanent Makeup Be Corrected?

Can permanent makeup be corrected? Fortunately in many cases, existing permanent makeup can be corrected [...]

Is it okay to get my eyebrows done while on antibiotics?

There is no way to know if antibiotics would affect a cosmetic tattoo except if a [...]

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