Anna Kara's Permanent Makeup Academy
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Browse by group: Beginner permanent makeup courses · Advanced permanent makeup courses · Paramedical tattoo training

Which course first?

  • New to permanent makeup: start with a Basic course (brows, lips or eyes). You do not need any experience. Take all three and each is $2,315.
  • Want hair-by-hair brows: add Nano Brows: Machine Hairstrokes Basic to the Basic brows course.
  • Already working as an artist: Advanced courses. For artists who completed all three Basic courses (brows, lips, eyes) or who already practice with at least 6 months of experience. Advanced courses are for working artists, and we check your experience before enrolling. If you are new to permanent makeup, a $500 theory base add-on is required first. Experienced artists can add it too, as a refresher.
  • Scars, stretch marks, skin spots, areola: Paramedical courses. The Paramedical Tattoo Workshop requires machine experience. Contact us for the prerequisites.

Work 8 to 5? Ask us how to study after 5 pm and combine training with your day job. Applies to all in-person courses.

Basic courses: start here

Three courses for people who have never done permanent makeup and have never worked with a machine. You start from zero: theory first, then practice on paper, latex and a live model.

Take all three: $2,315 per course

Brows, lips and eyes together, instead of $2,470 each. The Business Marketing and Branding online class is a gift when you take all three Basic courses.

Recommended add-on to the Basic package. One of the most requested brow techniques: the brows are drawn hair by hair, so they look natural.

Advanced courses

Eligibility. For artists who completed all three Basic courses (brows, lips, eyes) or who already practice with at least 6 months of experience. Advanced courses are for working artists, and we check your experience before enrolling. If you are new to permanent makeup, a $500 theory base add-on is required first. Experienced artists can add it too, as a refresher.

Paramedical tattoo courses

Areola Tattoo and the Paramedical Tattoo Workshop are the medical side of permanent makeup: 3D areola tattooing, and camouflage of scars, stretch marks, skin spots and pigment-related marks. Both are in person: Areola Tattoo includes practice on a model, and the workshop is an instructor demonstration.

Areola Tattoo

2 days · $2,470

As low as $125.70/mo* withKlarna

Dates set individually

3D areola tattooing, including for clients after mastectomy.

For new and experienced artists. New artists: $500 theory base add-on

More about course

Facial skin treatments

BB Glow is a facial skin treatment, taught online: theory only, or theory plus a 2-hour hands-on practice. A starter kit and other products are available to purchase separately, optionally.

*Example: 24 monthly payments at 19.99% APR. Financing through Klarna is subject to credit approval; your rate and term may differ. Ask us about paying with Klarna when you send a request.

How enrollment works

Free call with our team
AnnaAnnaFounder
AnastasiaAnastasiaLead Instructor

Free consultation

Tell us a little about yourself.

  • We call you online at a time booked in advance. The call is free.
  • We answer your questions.
  • We check that you have everything you need to start.
  • We help you choose the course that fits your level.
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Deposit and agreement

A $1,000 deposit secures your place in the class.

  • We email you the enrollment agreement. You read and sign it before you pay anything further.
  • We provide the required bloodborne pathogens course for you to complete. It is required to work with live models.
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Training in three stages

Your class moves from theory to real work.

  • Theory first, then practice on latex.
  • Then work on live models under an instructor's supervision.
  • A WhatsApp group with your class, so you can ask questions and stay in touch.
  • Every class is different. Program, format and what is included are listed on each course page.
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Graduation

You graduate with your certificate.

  • A festive certificate ceremony with champagne and cake.
  • Congratulations from your instructors and classmates.
  • You stay part of the Academy community, with support after the course.
  • We tell you what you need to start taking clients.

Before you take clients, you will want professional liability insurance. Ask us about it during your consultation.

Google reviews from our students

4.9out of 5 stars,based on 82 Google reviews

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    Kate Fateeva

    October 23, 2026

    I have recently completed my PMU training and had great learning experience under the guidance of Anastasia. She was a great instructor, who was patient, knowledgeable, took time to explain the techniques, and answered a…

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    Natalia Montiel

    September 11, 2025

    This is the place! If you are looking to start your PMU career, want a welcoming environment, and professional instructors, look no further! Anastasia and Anna are amazing people they were both so kind and are experts i…

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    Ashley

    May 29, 2025

    This place is incredible! The vibes are so relaxing and the artists so welcoming, patient, kind, fun, and knowledgeable. Taking classes there was educational, real, and motivating. They were teachers, cheerleaders, and f…

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