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Looking for microblading in San Diego? The soft, hair-like brow you have in mind is what we create at Anna Kara's Permanent Makeup Studio, with one difference: we do it with a permanent makeup machine and a nano needle cartridge instead of a hand blade. We call it Nano Brows. Same fine, natural hair strokes, placed with more control over depth.
Anna has worked in permanent makeup for 15 years. Our team holds 44 certificates, and the studio is rated 4.9 on Google from 144 reviews.
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Healed Nano Brows, real clients
Photos are shared with client consent. Results vary with skin type, aftercare and the starting brows.
How Nano Brows are done
- Consultation. We talk about the shape you want, your skin, the pigment color and any health questions. You can bring reference pictures.
- Mapping. The artist sketches the brows with a white pencil and adjusts the shape with you before anything starts. This also helps when your brows are uneven.
- Comfort. A numbing cream is applied before the procedure.
- Hair strokes. The artist draws each stroke with a permanent makeup machine fitted with a nano needle cartridge. The cartridge is a single-use, sterile, very fine needle, so the strokes come out thin and even. One, two or three shades of pigment can be layered for a 3D effect.
- Aftercare. You get written instructions and coconut oil for healing.
- Touch-up. Once the brows are fully healed, in about 4 weeks, a touch-up perfects the result.
The appointment takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, depending on the desired results. After the procedure, your eyebrows tend to look darker than the final result. So, don’t be upset if you see your eyebrows a little bit darker than you expected after the treatment.
The first healing stage takes 7 to 14 days, and complete healing about 4 to 6 weeks. The result lasts about 18 to 24 months, depending on your skin and pigment color. Like any cosmetic tattoo, brows fade over time without touch-ups.
Any brow tattoo requires strict sterility of gloves, tools and supplies. Ask every studio you consider how they handle it.
Why we do not do manual microblading
Traditional microblading uses a handheld blade or a row of needles on a pen to make fine cuts in the skin and place pigment in them. It is a recognized technique, and many studios offer it. We chose not to.
With a machine, the artist controls the depth and speed mechanically instead of by hand pressure, and pigment sits in a more superficial layer than with manual blading. For us that means less trauma to the skin and lines that stay crisp. Microblading, like any cosmetic tattoo, can fade or blur over time, and can leave scarring in skin that heals poorly, so we prefer the gentler method.
No technique removes every risk. Cosmetic tattooing can cause infection, an allergic reaction to pigment, or scarring in people who scar easily. We talk through your health history and skin at the consultation before anything is done.
Want the full side-by-side? Read Machine Nano Hairstrokes vs. Microblading.
How Much Do Nano Brows Cost in San Diego?
Eyebrows Realistic NANO Hairstrokes (Nano Brows) start from $700. The combo of shading and hair strokes starts from $650. The final price depends on your brows and the shape work needed, and you confirm it at the consultation.
How Long Does the Procedure Process Last?
The duration of the procedure is about 2 hours 30 minutes. The process includes brow mapping, the procedure itself, and aftercare instructions. Mapping takes about an hour of the visit. Skipping it would be like building a house without a plan: mapping helps balance asymmetrical faces and sets the shape before any pigment goes in.
How Long Does the Effect Last?
The result lasts for 18 to 24 months, depending on your skin and the pigment color.
Microblading vs Nano Brows
Many clients search for microblading simply because it is the name they know. Microblading is a well-known brow technique that thousands of artists perform around the world. Nano Brows (Realistic Nano Hairstrokes) is our machine-based take on the same hair-stroke look, developed by Anna Kara, the owner of our studio.
Here is how the two compare.
Microblading (manual blade)
- Hand-drawn strokes, depth depends on the artist's hand pressure.
- Makes small cuts in the skin, which can leave scarring in skin that heals poorly.
- Strokes can blur or change color over time, as with any cosmetic tattoo.
Nano Brows (PMU machine)
- Strokes are placed with a machine and a nano needle cartridge, with more control over depth.
- Thin, even hair strokes; one to three pigment shades can be layered for a 3D effect.
- Healing is 7 to 14 days for the first stage and about 4 to 6 weeks to complete, with a touch-up after full healing.
- Our artists study color theory and choose the pigment to match your skin tone.
- Also a good fit for men and women who want a natural, filled-in brow without daily eyebrow makeup.
Suitability depends on your skin and health, and we confirm it at the consultation. Results vary and no technique is risk-free.
After the Procedure
As with any brow tattoo, a color change or partial color loss is normal during healing. The color lightens as the skin heals and can seem to disappear for a while. This is corrected at the touch-up appointment, which we do after the area has fully healed, in about 4 weeks.
After the procedure, there might be some redness and slight swelling, which usually lessens within a few hours. A light crust will appear and peels off by itself. Do not pick it.
Please remember to choose licensed professionals with years of experience, an open portfolio of healed results, honest ratings, real reviews, and a clean studio. Be careful with prices far below the market, as quality can suffer.
Hair strokes take skill and experience. Contact us to book a consultation with our artists at Anna Kara’s Permanent Makeup Studio in San Diego, CA.
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*Monthly amounts are Cherry examples for the balance after the $100 deposit, with the first payment at checkout. Lowest monthly: 24 months at 17.79% APR (for a $500 balance: $23.73/mo, total finance charge $93.23). 0% APR: up to 6 months. 0% APR and other promotional rates subject to eligibility. Exact terms and APR depend on credit score and other factors. Payment options through Cherry Technologies, Inc. are issued by its lending partners. Lending partners
Frequently asked questions
Do you do microblading?
We do not use a manual blade. We create the same kind of hair-stroke brow with Nano Brows, using a permanent makeup machine and a nano needle cartridge.
How much does Nano Brows cost in San Diego?
Eyebrows Realistic NANO Hairstrokes (Nano Brows) start from $700. The combo of shading and hair strokes starts from $650. The price depends on your brows and the shape work needed, and you confirm it at the consultation.
How long do the results last?
About 18 to 24 months, depending on your skin and the pigment color. A touch-up is done after the brows have fully healed, in about 4 weeks.
How long does the appointment take?
About 2 hours 30 minutes, including mapping, the procedure itself and aftercare instructions. Parking is on the street in front of the studio at $2.50 per hour, and for longer appointments you can step out and re-feed the meter.
Does it hurt?
We apply a numbing cream before the procedure for your comfort. Most clients describe a light tingling. Sensitivity differs from person to person, so tell your artist if you feel discomfort.
Is Nano Brows safe for my skin?
It is a cosmetic tattoo, so it has the same general risks as any tattoo: infection, allergy to pigment, and scarring in people prone to it. We use sterile single-use needle cartridges and review your health and skin at the consultation. If you have had keloids, skin conditions or allergies, tell us before you book.
Can I exercise after getting Nano Brows?
You must avoid working out for 7 days following your appointment. Light exercising is allowed (minimal sweating), but you must clean the tattooed area with lukewarm water as soon as you are done exercising. The salt in sweat will fade the pigment very quickly and give poor results.
Can I get tattooed if I am pregnant?
As a precaution to avoid any complications, we do not perform cosmetic tattooing on pregnant women.
How do I choose the best microblading artist in San Diego?
To choose the best microblading artist in San Diego, clients should review healed results, portfolio consistency, sanitation standards, consultation process, and experience with natural-looking brows.
Can Nano Brows help sparse brows?
Nano Brows can help clients with sparse, uneven, or overplucked brows create a fuller look.
How long does healing take?
The first healing stage takes 7 to 14 days and complete healing about 4 to 6 weeks, with visible stages such as darkening, flaking, softening and gradual color stabilization.
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