She is excellent at what she does! I had permanent eyeliner done by her and I absolutely love it

She is excellent! I highly recommend her services. Eye brows her specialty, I have nothing else to say but Yelp insists on more words!!! Crazy read more

Janell did my eye brows and eye liner tattoos in 2018. Due to health issues and Covid, I, finally, able to get my permanent make-up redone. I was thrilled Janell was still in business. She is located downtown Orinda in an alley with restaurants and stores. Her shop is super cute and very clean inside. Janell has a nice personality. We had a great conversation about life and family. Janell will apply a numbing cream on your eyes for about 10-15 minutes. The procedure doesn't hurt. You'll feel a tickling or itchy sensation. Janell takes many breaks in between tattooing so it gives you some relief between the session. I am pleased with my results and I am happy I no longer have to draw my brows and eye liner. Thank you, Janell, for your professionalism and artistry. I will be back in the future. I highly recommend visiting Doll Face for permanent cosmetic tattooing. read more

I have come here for almost a decade and have grown older with Janell. I'm a low maintenance make-up person who wears zero make-up and eyebrows are important but hard to get right on your own. My original tattoo eyebrows are from Janell and she has helped maintained them at least once a year. There's a wonderful taco place that opened up across her shop that I always go to afterwards for lunch. : ) Janell is a kind person who offers hot teas and coffee to her clients. She has a lovely waiting area and her prices are good although over the years, it's gotten much higher just like with everything else. If you want natural eyebrows that look dark and maintained, I recommend Janell although the first few times, the tattoo pen inflicts pain even with numbing cream so it's not for the faint of heart but over time, your skin adjusts to the tattoo ink and it hurts less. The color becomes more stable after about 7-8 rounds of fresh ink. This Orinda area is also nice to come back to with good parking spots. HIghly recommended. read more

I'm extremely pleased with how Janelle did the touch-up on my eyebrows and eyeliner. Her office is very comfortable

Janelle did an amazing job on my permanent eyeliner. It looks great and didn't hurt at all. You really get what you pay for. And she's the sweetest lady. I highly recommend for your permanent make up needs. read more

Janell is the best permanent makeup artist I have ever met. I have been getting the permanent makeup over 20 years, with various different artists in Japan and in the United States. Janell is the one who l can really trust. I am originally from Japan. Sometime, it's hard to get a beauty treatment that fits asian style here in the United States. I know many of my Japanese, Chinese and Korean friends got treatment in the United States, and got horrible result. Janell is different - she knows what asian people like, and I think that comes from her respect to all races. She is detailed, she respects and cherish different style, and understands them from her heart. She is usually fully booked for months - people drive from easy bay, San Francisco and even South bay. When you book an appointment, please respect her time. She has a waitlist - if you need to cancel the appointment, please do so ahead of time. We are so luck to have her in our town! read more

Beautiful office space. I am so happy that I made the decision to have my eyebrows done by her. She is an artist who is gentle and kind who has detailed instructions and is always available for any questions. I love not having to put makeup on my eyebrows. The color lasted me a year without any issues. She recommended the shape and color for me and it was perfect. I can't recommend her enough!!!! read more

Janell is awesome! I had permanent eye liner done, and was a little nervous. She puts you at ease, and her quality of work is excellent. I would highly recommend her. read more

Janell did a fantastic job on my eyebrows. Although I have had this procedure done before, this was the least painful and not any pain. She is a great artist. read more

It took me YEARS to take the leap of faith and pay a total stranger to tattoo my face - MY EYES. I had upper and lower lash lines done and I swear to you second, third, and fourth thoughts were racing through my brain as Janell was numbing my lids. Fast forward about 1/2 an hour to where I'm looking in the hand held mirror and all those silly thoughts were replaced with the most conceited and vain thoughts of what a gorgeous supermodel I am. Janell is SO good at what she does. I recommend bringing photos of what you want your finished look to be (on you but maybe also on others). If you wear contact lenses bring a case and solution to store while you are being worked on. Ask all the questions re. self care and timing after appointment if you are needing your new look healed and beautiful(er) by a specific date. If you are as beautiful as me or feel that you could become more beautiful with Janell's help I urge you not to go because I insist on being the most beautiful. read more

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Janell is a true artist; she was able to fix naturally crazy eyebrows and I love my eyeliner!! Her office is beautiful, clean and relaxing. Thank you Janell!!! read more

Janell did a great job on my eyeliner. Super happy with the results and I've received so many compliments since the procedure. The process was fairly painless and it went by quickly. Took me about 4 days for all the swelling to go down. Took my mother only 1 day. Janell is calm, knowledgeable and her place is very clean. I highly recommend coming here! :) read more

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My friend recommend me to go see Janell for my eyeliner tattoo and I'm glad I went. I message her an got an appointment quick. I went in and talk about how I wanted my liner done and she got to work. All in all I was there for about an hour. I was able to drive home, and Janell told me to expect swelling and boy did I swell. My eyes look like I got stung by a bee but it didn't hurt. By the 3rd day it was back to normal. The results were amazing, my friends all thought I had makeup on( I never wear make-up, nor do I know how to apply it) my liner looks so good and it help open my eyes. I don't regret it one bit. Do it! It's so worth it read more

Permanent eyeliner, top and bottom. She is good. Understanding and the result's are fantastic . I have moved out of state and still fly back just to see her. Highly recommended. read more

The amazing Janell recommended brow tattoo when I came in to have an eyeliner touchup. My brows have been almost transparent for years and I don't do a good job of adding color/texture myself. She drew on how they would look, and I got to "try out" the tattoo first. You can see the fantastic results here - FIRST picture is 4 days after tattoo, second pic is from 2 weeks ago. If you are even thinking about it- Go see her!!! read more

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Still so grateful to have found Doll Face Permanent Cosmetics. You can't find anyone as fast and as painless as possible as Janell. Janell is also very gracious about doing touch-ups. If you dislike wearing eye make-up every day as much as I do, a visit to Doll Face Cosmetics is the perfect solution. Plus you'll look great when you wake up! read more

Janell created my beautiful eyebrows a few years ago and only touched them up once. I looked closely this morning to see if they needed a touch up and was amazed to see that they haven't faded in the least. She also lined my upper lids and unlike many of my girl friends they are still as black as when she did them. She is not only an excellent artist but the inks she uses are truly permanent.. Thank you so much Janell! Tommi Watson read more

Did great brows for me. Minimal pain. Janelle very professional. Super modern and clean facilities.

I just wanted to add a pic of my brows and liner. Don't judge me though. No makeup on. I've moved out of the area, but still try to hit Janell up when I'm in town. read more

Janell is a professional tattoo artist. I love her work. Nice done! It was first time for me. No pain at all! Just a burning sensation after the service. I apply the ice pack to relive the swelling and ointment, which is Janell gave me. The second and third day's my eyes were swelling, a little bit burning. I was applying ointment more than 2 times a day. It's really helps. Next a few days my eyeliner were very itchy. The ointment did its job. I love my eyeliners. Thanks Janell!!! read more

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LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! I would first like to begin by thanking Janell for her kindness and above all, boosting my confidence tremendously! I had a full natural color done on my lips. For the longest time I have had an insecurity about my top lip having shape, but lacking the color that defines it. Janell perfectly lined and filled my lip color with such a flattering shade! Now I have the option to apply some Chapstick and run out the door instead of always having to apply lipstick. Very convenient and a lovely subtle look. As far as procedures and services... Janell is very thoughtful, kind, and straight forward. She educated me nicely on the procedure I was interested in, when I got nervous previous to my appointment she was kind enough to be reassuring, and took time to discuss exactly what I wanted and shared her recommendations. Procedure was over before I knew it! Setting was very stylish and comfortable. I would definitely recommend Janell and plan to get more work done without a doubt! Completely satisfied ! Happy with my results beyond belief! read more

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Janell is so warm and experienced. She has truly immersed herself in her craft and is so artistically inclined. She listens to your concerns and ideas, then advises you with the utmost professionalism. Today I went in for upper eyeliner only. I made the appointment for 1:30 and she was ready at 1:30 sharp. She had just finished another client and her demeanor was friendly, fresh and inviting. She wasn't worn down or exhausted. I could tell she wanted to be there. Those attributes made me comfortable and assured that I had made the right choice by choosing Janell. It wasn't too painful. I expected the tattooing near my eye so that wasn't the worst part, but I was concerned and nervous during the numbing process. A little stinging sensation here and there, that "swelling" sensation occurred, like it does during any anesthetic procedure. It was just odd feeling that way around the eye. So be prepared for that. It's not really painful, just a few irritating and abnormal sensations. It's like novacaine on your eye, lol. It's not, but that's how it felt on me. She is quick and thorough at the same time. Oxymoron or not, that she is and many clients love her for it. I am already planning on returning for a soft pink on the lips. Here is a photo I took immediately after the procedure. Don't mind the goop, that's the antibacterial ointment for healing. They permanent makeup will lighten up a bit and I will go back within 90 days to take advantage of the complimentary touch-up! Gals, this is a must. Because as the tattoo flakes it could have patchy spots or areas that did not take the first time. So remember, "touch ups" should just be assumed as part of the process. Thank you, Janell! You truly are a gem in the Lafayette beauty mine. CG- read more

Absolutely impressed!!!! To start Janell the owner took the time to answer any questions I had before I even went in. When I went in I found the cutest little shop set in the cozy, quite Orinda Theatre Square. The atmosphere is welcoming and inviting. Janell continued to impress me with her professionalism and attention to detail. She is easy to talk to and very customer driven. I'm diffenitly a customer for life. You won't be disappointed. read more

Janell is skilled . I did my upper & lower eyeliner with her approximately 3 years ago & returned to get it touched up. I enjoy having the look of applied eyeliner daily, without any effort. I love how it looks on me. Janell is the best. She is a gentle, calming and soothing cosmetic tattoo artist. Her shop is clean, pretty, & spacious. She made me feel so comfortable. read more

...cute sexy sheek cozy sanctuary shop if you want to get away and get some R&R... Janell is beyond awesome w/a professional flare!! I would hands down recommend her to all walks of life. My eyebrows are on point and look super natural. read more

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Just had my eyebrows done and I LOVE them. Janelle is thoughtful and explains the whole process to you before anything. She also draws them in first before anything and makes sure you are ok with everything before she proceeds. Winning! Her numbing process is amazing and I barely felt anything. Wow! I can't say enough great things about her technique and the end result. Love the shape, the color and the lack of pain (yippee!). Thanks so much. Definitely check this place out if you're looking for permanent makeup. I only did my eyebrows but I imagine she's amazing with everything. read more

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Well done! I heard this place was great! A lot of people talk about it. So lovely!!!!

Excellent service! Very happy with the results. Professional, friendly. Very cute and clean office. Highly recommend and will definitely come back! read more

I am so glad I found Janell! I had gotten my eyebrows, lip liner, and eyeliner done by a few others in the bay area, and Janell is my favorite. I initially came in to see her for permanent eyeliner. She was super patient with me and my nit-pickiness. I also experienced the least amount of pain with Janell compared to others. She has a neat technique to make sure that you're properly numb before starting. Afterwards, she gives you care instructions and some ointment to put over the tattoo over the next few days. She did awesome (and symmetrical!) eyeliner wings on me. I usually touch-up my eyebrows myself with some microblading, but didn't want to continue inefficiently touching them up, so I had Janelle do my eyebrows too. I love my brows and eyeliner! I've moved to Sacramento since I first started seeing her, but won't hesitate to come back for my next touch-up. read more

Janell is an artist. I was pretty nervous the first time for my eyes. She put me at ease. I had both top and bottom done at the same time. Very mild discomfort during the procedure. I have a couple of tattoos and it was very similar. I have been back over the years to have my brows done and a couple of touch ups. I didn't want to go to dramatic to start. she did a great job. My last time back was Tuesday and it went great. I would recommend her to friends, family and strangers. She is very skilled. read more

I have wanted to get permanent make-up for a while but like a lot of people, I feared that it could look bad. But I'm sooooo glad that I finally did it! Janell did an amazing job and it was quick and easy...and now I'm hooked! My lashes have mostly fallen out because I used to get lash extensions years ago. So I wanted a tight line/lash enhancement (no wing tips) to create some definition around my eyes and look less tired. I had both the upper and lower eyeliners done and they look so natural and subtle yet make such a big impact in my overall appearance. I absolutely LOVE not having to do make up on a daily basis and waking up looking refreshed and feeling pretty:) Thank you sooo much Janell! I'll see you next time. read more

She is amazing!!! I loved my upper and lower liner so much that I went back for my eye brows and I love them too. She is a true artist and master of her craft. I would not only recommend her but insist on going to her. She is kind, patient and a perfectionist, which is what you want with permanent makeup. Love love love her!!!!!! read more

You'll never need another permanent makeup aesthetitian once you go to Janell. Not only is she an expert with a deft touch, she takes care of her customers by providing touch-ups at a very reasonable rate depending on the length of time since your last treatment. Her top quality equipment and skill help make the experience as pain-free as possible. Plus you get to enjoy the lovely decor in her private salon in Orinda's pleasant Theater Square. read more

I'm over the moon, my new find on permanent cosmetics refresh. My eyeliner looks perfect and the nightmare from a goofy job done on my powdered eyebrows in Sacramento is over, the shape is perfection, the color is beautiful and the corrective work is spot on (tail on one eyebrow was off by 1/16"). Impeccable work, personable, kind, patient and prices are very reasonable. Who knows, one day I just might have my lips done too. read more

I just had my eyes done. Both top and bottom. I have to admit I was really nervous! Janell's technique was different than my previous lady. She was very careful with the numbing process and explained every step of the way. The procedure itself was not bad at all. And most of all, I loved my new eyes! I was able to go out the night after and my eyes looked like fresh eyeliner! 5 stars for Janell! Totally recommend her! read more

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I can't even say how much great work she does. My color last forever and I'm hard to tattoo I'm a red head. But I got to say if I could give her 10 stars I would. She blends my eyebrows to look so natural and my eyeliner I get complements. That I have to give her business card to. Very very professional love her studio very personal. read more

Janell is a rockstar!! Absolutely obsessed with my eyebrows. Since my natural hair color is very light & I die it black, I was sick of spending 30 minutes every morning doing my eyebrows so they matched. I was hesitant at first about getting my brows tattooed, but getting them done was the best decision I've made! Janell was an absolute pleasure too & really took her time to make sure they looked perfect. Definitely recommend her to everyone looking to get permanent cosmetics! read more

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Best experience ever!!!! I had my brows done and eyeliner. I love love love the results . It has made me soooo happy. I can't say enough how awesome Janell is. A beautiful lady inside and out. read more

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Loved my experience at Doll Face. Will go back and will recommend to my girlfriends. Thx!