My lip blushing experience was so easy! Ana took great care in explaining each step and after care. Can't wait to go back for more permanent makeup! 10/10 would recommend! read more

Service: powder brows Overall: 3.5 stars The studio is very clean and the aesthetic is nice. It is a relaxing atmosphere and the staff are kind and welcoming. My eyebrows have been difficult to maintain over the years and I disliked that they were not even in shape, fill, arch, etc. So my primary goal in getting powder brows was for my brows to be evened out, filled in, and easy to maintain semi-long term. I went in for the main appointment and 1 follow up appointment, and ultimately still feel that my brows are uneven. In the follow up appointment, I tried to point out the area that I was still concerned about, but the artist and I did not seem to agree over this trouble spot. She said they were fine and even from her perspective, but now a few weeks out, I still see it as an issue. Additionally, a lot of focus was spent on filling and shaping one brow over the other and now one is clearly more filled than the other. I won't be going in for another follow up appointment due to cost and results thus far. Ultimately, I will not invest in this service again in the future. read more

Beautiful! I just received my treatment of shaded eyeliner with Melissa and powdered eyebrows with Gina. The appointment was easy to schedule, reception was responsive and lovely to work with. The facility is comfortable, and the ladies are so nice and talented with their work. The shaded eyeliner was quite painful for me, but I love the result! Melissa made sure to keep me warm and was personable. She took her time to ensure my eyeliner was "blended" well and explained the process to me, especially having had eyeliner done previously. Eyebrows were easy and pain free.. and Gina worked quickly and made sure I was happy with the result! I am still in the healing process and will return next month for a touch up, but I look forward to the result. Thank you! read more

I just had my lips blushed and a lash enhancement with Gina. Gina did a magnificent job! I was excited and nervous because I never did anything like this before, but Gina's professionalism and kind personality was so helpful with making me feel at ease. I love the results! read more

I ended up finding this PMU studio while scrolling through Facebook, and my curiosity peeked. I ended up scheduling an appointment to get Lip Blush done and Shaded eyeliner. I went to my first appointment back in December 2021 and just went back for my Year touch up today. The facility is always very clean and bright. It's decorated very chic and modern. They have a water & tea station in the waiting area. The receptionist and all the staff members are always so nice and welcoming. When they bring you into the studio, they offer a blanket and / or a pillow to make you more comfortable. My tattoo artist is Melissa, and she is always very nice and listens to what you want and works with you the whole way. From start to finish, she explains and lets you know exactly what she is doing so that you are fully aware. Now they do apply numbing cream, which does help, but it has hurt a bit whenever I go. I mean, it is a tattoo! They do offer payment plans now, which I LOVE!!!!!!! Makes taking the plunge a lot easier without having to dish a lot of money upfront. The receptionist, after your appointment, will explain the aftercare thoroughly so you understand. I definitely recommend this place for all of your PMU needs! They are located in a shopping center so they have a big open parking lot with lots of parking spaces. read more

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I visited for my first fine line tattoo. The communication was very prompt and professional from beginning to end between the artist and the staff (also extremely talented I will come back) . The work was done by guest Nicolas Herrera from Miami. He did an excellent job helping me to customize the piece and bring it to life. Such a professional and warm team & I am glad I chose them for the experience read more

So I found Mara Studio through Instagram and started following them. I was blown away by the transformations. They are so amazing, it's almost hard to believe. After a little time I decided to check out pricing. This is even more hard to believe because it's very affordable, when thinking long term permanent transformation, with minimal upkeep. A yearly cost effective touch up after look is achieved. Honestly I could not think that my mouth could look at good as the transformations they show daily on social media. One day they had an opening for models for lip blush, for the academy students with pricing greatly reduced. I jumped fast and sent pics. I got in! Let me tell you, I could not have imagined the change in my lips. I was one to not wear lipstick much because of my lip line, and shape. I really didn't like my lips very much. So far I am on day 5 of healing from the first procedure and the change is life changing. I can't wait to have my follow up and I am even looking in to the airy brows. This place is truly amazing and the women here have a heart of gold wrapped in love. read more

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First recognized Mara Studio from Instagram. I was impressed with their work posted and the positive reviews received from customers. When I saw the post for models needed with upcoming powder brow and lip blush sessions, I jumped at the opportunity to get off the fence and take a chance with the students for my brows. I felt comfortable knowing Anna, Aubry, and Sabrina would be over seeing all work done. So glad I decided to go for it. The student that worked on me was Ashley and she did a great job! My brows have healed fabulously and the pigment took very well. The follow up with Sabrina was seamless. I would recommend the studio for permanent cosmetic needs. read more

Mara Cosmetic Tattoo Studio - Brow Sketch Day of - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Mara Studio is amazing and everything I thought it would be. I have been following her since the 2022 Miami conference and have fallen in love with all of her pigments from brows to eyeliner and allll the lip shades! These shades heal so naturally and beautiful. read more

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I had faux freckles tattooed and the experience and results are everything I hoped for and more. Aubry is just an incredibly talented person, but she's also really down to earth and funny. I felt comfortable advocating for myself and asking for anything I needed, but I really didn't need anything. The placement she chose for the freckles was perfect and very natural looking. Some people really botch freckles but everyone at Mara are solid professionals and I'd truly Aubry with just about any cosmetic make up on my face, and I'm very very picky. Also want to add that as a trans masculine person, spaces like these can feel really unwelcoming. But Mara, and more specifically Aubry, was great! I let them know my pronouns ahead of time in the intake form and I wasn't misgendered once. I mentioned being on hrt (I kind of just work it into conversations and sus out how folks respond so I can let my trans friends know which businesses are alright and which to avoid, haha) and I will say to not mention it if you don't want to be asked questions (respectfuly). I know some people don't like that but I don't mind, and I think people can read that I'm an open book and willing to discuss many things. Aubry was also very light handed, though tattoo pain isn't ever super intense for me, most people unless incredibly sensitive will be able to tolerate it very well. It honeslt felt like a light scratch of a pen cap or something. I'm two weeks out from my first session and a lot of the freckles fell out, but she told me this could happen, especially for people with more visible pores (ie, my skin). I have a touch up session in a few weeks and I'm looking forward to it! 10/10 experience!! read more

Mara Cosmetic Tattoo Studio - Any visible freckles here are the tattoos that didn't fall out, very natural looking! I'm excited to add more at my touch up appointment. - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

It was such a pleasant experience for my first tattoo. Very professional and so relaxing, too. I'll definitely go back.

Very rude to their customers! They do NOT care to meet any client resolution! Save yourself the headache and go elsewhere! No returns either yet Amazon selling the same exact thing offers a 30 day return! read more

I travel 3 hours to Mara because I refuse to see anyone else. I always have such a great experience. From the decor, the front desk, to how perfectly clean and decorated it is. I saw Aubry and she did a fantastic job on my lip blush! She is kind and attentive. I love the detail she gave to my final results! Anna and everyone there is simply amazing. Anna is talented and has the best of the best working along side her. I plan on getting more things done because their services are perfection. Check them out on Instagram--their art speaks for itself. Thank you all! read more

Mara Cosmetic Tattoo Studio - After lip blush. - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I have had three different services done at Mara and will continue to go back here! Their staff is amazing, very kind and thorough in their details. Experienced in their work and attention to detail. First service was a model for lip tattoo. Gina did an amazing job with the touch up, and mixed an amazing color that I love! Healed lip shown. Next was a lash lift and tint with Heather. My lashes never looked so long!!!! A few weeks later I had my enhancement with Melissa and I'm waiting for my touch up. I love it! It's already faded a bit but I know the touch up will pump up the color like it did with the lips. Very happy with all services I have had and will continue to go here. You won't be sorry! read more

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I am very pleased with the results of my lip blush! Added some life to my lips after having dull lips due to scarring from angular cheilitis, some dark pigmentation, and sun damage. My cupids bow is more defined than ever before as well. The artists are very knowledgeable and I put my full trust in the artists with such a prominent feature on my face. 10/10 recommended. The environment is relaxing and clean which is a huge plus. I will be back for more services in the future. read more

Mara Cosmetic Tattoo Studio - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

My insta was flooded with images of beautiful lips fully sporting new lip blush... then I see an opportunity for my own lip blush experience!! Staff at Mara is patient and wonderful!! I cannot wait to fully heal & bloom! Run don't walk to Mara. read more

There is now where to begin how much I enjoyed this class. You know how sometimes we want to do something for so long that we over-hype it in our minds ? And we do it but it was ok-ish ? THAT IS NOT THE CASE HERE with the class I took at Mara studios. I had been on a waiting list for a bit to take her lip blush course and I will tell you this class is undersold. It OVER exceeded my expectations beyond measure. The level of knowledge you receive and skill you will obtain in this class should've been double what I paid. Anna is the most genuine permanent makeup teacher You will come across. I have never met someone who was so determined to make sure you felt confident, knowledgeable & successful after you leave her class. There is a reason she has a waitlist. I guarantee you will not experience a lip blush class as lovely as this one. Not to mention the warm and welcoming support from her staff , the ambiance of the tastefully put together facility ! It was a level 20 on the 10 scale. 10/10 recommend read more

I get my fine line tattoos done here by Melissa and she is the best! The facility is so clean and welcoming and she does amazing work!

LOVE LOVE LOVE my lip blush! Anna was fabulous. Very knowledgeable. She explained every step in detail. Would recommend this procedure & Anna to anyone! Mara is a beautiful facility as well read more

I had lip blushing performed through the student/model program. The process was a little longer, but the outcome was the same. I had a touch up by Gina. She was great at honing the color I was hoping for. The entire process was performed without real discomfort. Everyone was friendly, helpful and professional. I would recommend Mara for any PMU needs you may have. read more

Took the latest training webinar and loved it! Can't wait to do some ombré lips after learning the technique. Anna is very generous with information and taught in a fun way. I have taken her online training before but loved the live webinar. read more

Very impressed with the skills by every artist at Mara Studio. Got my first ever lip blush yesterday. Sabrina was awesome. She is kind, informative, and knowledgeable. I'm excited to see the true results. Comfortable atmosphere. Covid safety measures taken. Peaceful and clean studio. Took about 3.5 hours for consultation and tattoo. Will go back in a month for touch up. Websites answers a lot of questions you may have before or after the service you select. Self Care is the most important care. read more

Anna is an amaaaazing instructor! Her team was amazing as well! All Very professional, Anna made her curriculum super in depth. Way better than any course I've ever taken. The production was just phenomenal. Thank you for having the Velvet lips webinar. I'm so grateful to have been able to participate in it knowing I live so far away. I feel so much more confident in doing lips now and being able to give that to my clients. Thank you to Anna and her entire team for an amazing production! read more

They did a fantastic job with my permanent eyeliner. I was worried about the pain, but it was just uncomfortable more than anything. The second they out the numbing gel on, I was fine! The space is very chic and relaxing. Will definitely be back for more permanent makeup!! read more

This place is amazing. Professional, friendly, clean... And they think of everything. The place is decorated so nicely and they even have pink plush blankets to keep warm during your procedure. read more

I saw Anna's beautiful work on instagram in 2018 and I fell in LOVEEEE!! I was checking out Anna's work for few month and just couldn't wait to get lip blush done by her and I also worked up a courage to take her beginner's class to actually learn to give people beautiful lips myself! Anna is so wonderful, I can't say enough good things about her! First of all, I LOVE my lips!!! Her class was worth every penny! She is a very genuine person who really wish you do well! She's a professional, meticulous, sweet, beautiful, gives you 150% of her Knowledge, and bit of her soul! I was really afraid of putting makeup permanently on someones face, but her calmness, explaining throughly, what to do, what not to do, what looks good, what doesn't look good, walking you through baby step pointing out every good and bad thing you are doing, gave me confidence at the end of the class! Even after class was done, she was filling me with so much sweet and kind words of encouragement to start right away and to let her know if I need help with anything and she wasn't kidding when she said she will help with anything!! She allowed me to come in on a day after class was done and I got to watch her do her actual client! Another thing is I live in Hawaii so after I came back home, i was having trouble with power supply that i ordered on line, but I thought it was the tattoo machine and told her it wasn't working and she sent a new one right away without a question! (even though later we both figured it wasn't even the tattoo machine) She was still so sweet about it!! I shared my work with her and she sends so many positive energy boost my way! Whether you just want service done, or take a class, you will not be disappointed!!! I'm so happy I got to meet Anna and have her as my PMU instructor!! I can't wait to take advance class!! Wishing you only the best because you deserve it!!! thank you so much for everything! Areum read more

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If I could give 10-stars I would!! I saw Gina today (3/17/22) for lip blush... I LOVE IT!! She did an amazing job matching the ink color I wanted. She made me feel at ease during the entire process. I couldn't be more pleased with my results. The spa it so cute as well. From the moment I walked in I was impressed. Decor was chic & soothing... everything was immaculately clean. Go see this staff for your cosmetic tattoo enhancements. You will be happy you did! read more

The studio is clean, staff are friendly and professional. I enjoy my airy brows done by them.

I was a model for the academy students and returned for my touch up. Both sessions were professional and organized. I'm now 5 days post touch up and l am still loving the outcome. Aubry was my touch up service provider and she addressed all issues (very few) that I had from the students work. read more

Mara Cosmetic Tattoo Studio - 3 day lost touch up - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Great services and professionalism. Loving the new look and can't wait to go back to do the touch-ups

Just had lash enhancement with Aubrey...amazing detailed work. Would highly recommend her. Very painless procedure. Was so impressed I booked lip blushing before I left. read more

Mara Cosmetic Tattoo Studio - Lash Enhancement - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I had a wonderful experience with the student that worked on my lip blushing. I am looking forward to the touch up as well as scheduling powder brows next. It was well worth the drive from Charleston. Very clean, very welcoming and overall pleasant first time experience. read more

I tried MANY times to schedule an appointment pre-covid and during covid. I emailed, called 4 times and each time I spoke to someone they said someone would call me back and surprise surprise no one ever did. I can understand you're busy but this is horrible. I kept trying to book because her work looks amazing but I don't care to support this business anymore. I'll go elsewhere read more

Had such a great experience at Mara Cosmetic Tattoo Studio! Anita did a phenomenal job and took her time, really making sure the job was done well. Perfection! read more

I am very pleased with my lip blush results. I followed and researched for a long time before scheduling the appointment. I was rather nervous. The only reason I gave the studio 4 stars instead of 5 is because there wasn't a lot of communication once the procedure started. My lips seem to be resistant to accepting color, but wasn't explained this until much further into the procedure. It had gotten to be a rather long time and I was wondering why it was taking so long, but couldn't talk as my lips were being tattooed. My result is an improvement from before the procedure but I am looking forward to the touch up for, hopefully, a more uniform color. read more

I took Mara Academy's Fundamentals class recently and it was an incredible experience! Anna exhibited beautiful artistry, professionalism, and passion for teaching. I learned so much and gained so much confidence. I really cannot say enough good things about this class. If you are a beginning permanent makeup artist looking for an extensive education and solid groundwork, this is for you. My only regret is that this class was not my first stop when choosing a career in permanent cosmetics! A+ read more

Amazing class!! Great experience!! Everyone was so sweet and knowledgeable!! You really get your money's worth !! If you're thinking of doing just DO IT!! You can't go wrong !!! read more

I've always been insecure about the discoloration on my lips. I finally took the plunge and scheduled an appointment with Melissa R. for lip blush. She was AMAZING. Incredibly sweet and was patient with me. She answered all of my question and explained in the detail what the next few weeks would look like for me. She matched me with the perfect color to give me the confidence I wanted without lipstick/lipgloss. Thank you Melissa 1000000/10 recommend to anyone thinking about lip blush. read more

I scheduled an appt to get a cross tattoo on my wrist. Melissa assured me a white tattoo would show on my skin color... well turns out the tattoo ended up being a plus sign without color and scarred my skin so another one had to be done. I called the shop to speak with a manager, the manager never called me back to discuss my issue with the tattoo. I reached out to Melissa on social media she told me to wait a month and that the color was under the skin and would show up. It never did... not sure why I went back but I paid $100.00 and wanted my monies worth. Since I was told a refund could not be given. So I went back for a touch up and again was left disappointed with the touch up. I reached back out to Melissa and was told the same thing over again... give it a month. This time I never went back, I learned that Melissa didn't care, management didn't care and that no one was going to follow up regarding my permanent original issue or permanent current issue with my simple cross tattoo. I would recommend not using this facility for tattoos. read more

I had lip blush performed by Anita. I was sceptical at first but she picked a lovely color that compliments my skin tone very well. I can't wait to have my eyeliner and touch up done read more