I cannot recommend Kim at Zen Derma Studios highly enough. From the very first consultation, she made me feel comfortable, informed, and confident in the entire SMP (Scalp Micropigmentation) process. She took the time to understand my goals, answered every question with patience, and explained every step in detail. Kim's professionalism, precision, and attention to detail are truly exceptional. It's clear that she takes tremendous pride in her work and genuinely cares about achieving the best possible results for each client. Her artistry and technical skill are evident in the natural-looking outcome, and the transformation has exceeded my expectations. What impressed me most was her commitment to perfection. She never rushed the process and made sure I was completely satisfied throughout every session. Her studio is clean, welcoming, and relaxing, making each visit a great experience. SMP is a significant investment in yourself, and choosing the right artist is everything. If you're considering the procedure, I wholeheartedly recommend Kim at Zen Derma Studios. Her expertise, honesty, and dedication to her clients set her apart. The confidence I've gained from her work is priceless, and I am incredibly grateful for the care and craftsmanship she put into my treatment. Thank you, Kim, for changing not only my appearance but also my confidence. You are truly exceptional at what you do. read more

This review is LONG overdue. My experience getting my brows done with Kim was nothing short of amazing! I felt literally no pain at all, and was so comfortable I honestly almost fell asleep lol! She did a phenomenal job of making sure I was happy with the shape, the shade, and the overall experience every step of the way. I am to this day so happy with the way my brows turned out. The first photo is before I got them done, the second is during the healing process (11/2022), the third is after it finished healing (11/2022) and the last one is how they look today (4/2024) almost a year and a half later. They still look absolutely AMAZING! read more

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Everything about Zen Derma Studios and Kim just screams perfection. Her technique and skills are top notch and widely known. When I got my eyebrows done I barely even felt a thing. She truly takes her time to ensure the shape and color works best all around. I've also gotten my lashes done and they easily lasted over a month. I received so many compliments! Her studio is so relaxing and well kept. Kim is always so welcoming and makes sure her clients are well taken care. Whether it's personally done or her helping others improve their skills I could not recommend Kim enough! read more

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If I could give Kim more than 5-stars, I would. I did AT LEAST 2 years of research before choosing this studio, and deciding on Kim as the person who I wanted to go to for my eyebrows, and finally getting a powder brow service. Since it's my face and semi-permanent makeup, I really wanted to do go to someone whose work really spoke for itself. If you are looking for someone to do your eyebrows, look no further. Kim is your PMU! You will not regret your investment. read more

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Just completed training for Undo non laser tattoo removal. By far the best training I have ever received. We had 5 models to work on, with different tattoo removals in different locations for a real hands on experience. I have never felt more comfortable AND confident to go back home and start seeing clients right away. Thanks Kim and Candice ! You ladies are truly the best! read more

The studio was beautiful and so clean and sanitary. This was my first experience with powder brows and I'm so happy with the results! Kim's work speaks for itself. The process was easy and painless and a very relaxing experience. I would recommend Zen Derma Studios to anyone looking to enhance their brows. I feel beautiful and more confident now. read more

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I found Kim on IG after two years of thorough searching for a brow artist back in 2020. I just love her style, & healed results! It's very natural, & doesn't look tattooed. She's very nice, personable, & professional. Her workspace is also clean, & beautiful. I highly recommend her if you want to get your brows done! I drive about 2hrs out to get mine done from her, & it's 100% worth it. I just had my 2nd session done about 6 weeks ago. I save so much time on my daily routine! read more

Kim's Removal class was absolutely amazing! It has transformed my career. Instead of sending clients away I can offer a safe and effective way to help remove clients tattoos and get them ready for the redo process. I feel a lot more knowledgeable about pmu around after taking her class! read more

Kim has the greatest attention to detail that I find crucial for this line of work. Tattoos on your face is such an important thing and there are so many things that can go wrong to ruin a good face. I have very tiny mistakes that I can see from my previous tattoo artist and most people don't notice but KIM DOES! She saw the tail that goes out slightly too much and she sees the little things that bother me that my previous brow artist tatted on me! When artists don't see this, I automatically find that a red flag and I'm happy to say Kim sees even the tiniest discrepancies. She listens to what you want and makes suggestions rather than some other artists that tend that have one brow style they tat on for EVERY FACE SHAPE. Kim is very accommodating. Her studio is so nice and clean. I love the work she does and stand by it. I have gone to her a handful of times for touchups and once for the lash lift. I loved both services and intend to keep her around as long as she's doing this. read more

Kim is absolutely incredible in so many ways! - Transparent ,honest and only offers you services she knows will benefit you. - Extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her craft -An expert in finding the perfect color, shape and size -Beautiful and clean environment - Perfectionist when it comes to giving you the best results and will make sure you are happy with the outcome -She is extremely friendly, welcoming and professional I love my brows and could not be happier with my results. I highly recommend Kim and her services as she exceeded my expectations read more

I went for ombré eyebrow styling. Kim made sure that I get exactly what I want to get. Thank you.

Kim is awesome - fun and professional - she is very talented and worth every cent for her unique talent. Her work has shown me how my eyebrows should look and I am super happy with the results. Also, Kim cares and always checks in to make sure we are happy and healing well. Very different from standard eyebrow tattoos - natural and amazing! read more

I have been coming with Kim for over 3 years. She is the best and does a phenomenal job. Her patience and dedication in getting your brows to perfection is amazing. The place is so clean and cozy. read more

Can I say how amazing and care they take in each client. Clean environment, friendly atmosphere and quality service! My eyebrows were literally doom(L) and gloom(R). And then Kim and her student made them look amazing! I can't say how much time in a day I save not working on my eyebrows. Now I have natural looking brows with low maintenance. And being a mother of two, it greatly helps. Thanks Kim! Can't wait for a touch up. ;) read more

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Kim was my first microblading trainer. I Learned so much from her, she have so much knowledge and experience in the permanent makeup field. Even when I started work by my own she was always available for questions and support. She's an amazing artist, experienced, perfectionist and know how to match the right style for every client. read more

Kim is the best in the business! I really took my time looking at different artist in the area and Kim stood out as the best! I found her through Instagram where she responded in a timely manner. I was able to schedule my appt before the stay at home order and Kim continues to follow up personally throughout the healing process. She's gone above and beyond in customer service and her work! I highly recommend her for anyone looking for a brow makeover! read more

I have been seeing Kim for over 4 years starting back when microblading was getting popular in San Diego. I was so nervous having work done on my face especially my brows but Kim has always been very caring, patient & professional in answering all of my questions to put me at ease. I have never doubted her style or methods. She is so talented and artistic. I am so lucky to have her care for my brows. I recently tried gel lashes and was amazed at the results. My lashes were long and straight but now they are lifted away from my eyes. I love waking up to see beautiful lashes first thing without having to glue any falsies. I love seeing Kim grow in her profession and sharing her wealth of knowledge with everyone. I highly recommend Zen Derma Studios for all your natural beauty in brow & lash needs. Thanks Kim! read more

Zen Derma Studios - Recent touch up of powder brows and gel lash lift. - Tattoo Removal Near Me - San Diego, California

I got my brows done by Kim and she is absolutely amazing! Very talented, knows what she's doing and really has an eye for her craft. Very happy with my brows. Also very OCD and her place is super calm and clean. Thank you Kim! read more

I am so glad I found Kim! She makes you feel so comfortable, she takes her time with you, and she's a perfectionist who does beautiful work. I highly recommend her for PMU - My brows have never looked better! read more

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Kim is AMAZING!! I had been stalking her IG for nearly a year before finally taking the plunge and so glad I did but MAN, I wish I would have done it MUCH SOONER! One of my best friends had introduced me to Kim's page and has been going to her for over a year now and every time I saw her, her brows looked amazing and lashes were beautiful, I had to get in on it! My appt was super enjoyable and I was completely comfortable, Kim and her trainee described each step as they were doing the services so I knew what to expect along the way. We had an easy going conversation, they both checked in with me frequently about if I was comfortable or needed anything. I got both the lash lift/tint and brow lamination, both services made a HUGE difference in my getting ready routine, cutting it down to less than 5 minutes in the morning. I can't wait to go back for a aqua facial before my wedding for that bridal glow! Book your services with Kim, you definitely will not regret it!! Such a great way to treat yourself read more

Zen Derma Studios - Before and after brow lamination and lash lift with tint - Tattoo Removal Near Me - San Diego, California

Kim is amazing!!!!!! I got my brows done a couple years ago and touched up recently and I'm absolutely in love with them!!! She is very professional and educated and super precise when doing your brows, which being on your face is so important! You get what you pay for and she is worth every penny! I recommend her to all my friends! Plus the office is so beautiful and clean... Thank you Kim read more

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Great place to go! Kim is wonderful and super informative. She has been helping me with correcting my brows and couldn't be more happy. She doesn't do whatever just to get paid. She knows what she's doing and I wouldn't want to go anywhere else read more

Kim does a AMAZING job. I recently got my brows done and she was just awesome. She's super friendly, very detailed, and takes her time doing a great job. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for new brows. read more

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Kim and her colleague Marissa were beyond professional, comforting, and confident. I have never gotten a tattoo, barely ever had a facial, I get my Mani/pedi but that's about as fancy as I get so needless to say I was a little bit nervous not knowing what to expect. Kim and Marissa walked me through the entire process, answered all my questions. I am a less makeup more natural look kind of girl but my brows needed some help, shape, consistency, etc. my brow hairs were on point, everything else needed a professional, and I was born with the hair so clearly what I had going for me was at no help from me. I went into this looking for a natural look that was nearly hard to detect I had even had some help. Kim knew right away Powder brows were going to be my solution. She showed me some before and after of her previous clients and gave me EXACTLY what I asked for. I have had nothing but compliments since I got them done... when I tell people I got Powder brows their response has been... but they look so natural and filled in... followed by... who did them?! Can I get their number?? So when you are looking for an artist willing to listen to what YOU want... and you want to be sure you enter this with confidence, all the information and the luxury of spending time with an amazing couple of humans that know what you're doing... come here! This is a permanent thing on my face and from someone who has never done anything like this before I can honestly say I have zero regrets, I am 100% extraordinarily happy with the results and the experience is amazing! Kim will be forever my brow gal and I will refer her with confidence, without a doubt! read more

Kim's amazing!!! She gives her honest opinion when I ask her about what I should do about my eyebrows. She's super nice and very thorough when she explains what she's going to do. I'm glad I found her! I can finally take my black, dark eyebrows off of my face! Thank you so much, Kim! read more

Well what can I say I LOVE my Eyebrows she's the best if I could give her 10 stars I would . My eyebrows were botched and she did an amazing job at correcting them . They look so natural and everyone compliments me on them . She's awesome tells you if she's able to correct your eyebrows and what to expect . read more

I had to come back and state that I absolutely LOVE my brows and how low maintenance they've been since my ombre and lash lamination over one year ago! I've saved so much money on threading since Kim's touch ups. Highly recommend her work, you will not be disappointed!! read more

Kim is amazing!! I was a little nervous going into this, but once I met Kim, she explained everything so thoroughly and made me feel more at ease. My eyebrows look so full and natural, which is exactly what I asked for. The experience was so smooth and easy, she's very personable and goes above and beyond. She constantly would check in with me after the procedure and give me any tips if needed. I wouldn't trust anyone else, she's one of the best! read more

Kim did my eyebrows and I could not be happier. They're natural, not overdone, but they look so well polished and I don't have to do my eyebrows anymore! She is the sweetest and listened to all of my requests. I can't wait for my touch up, thank you Kim read more

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Best Artist for Brows! She has so much knowledge and understanding of what to do to make you look snatched! She took her time with me and used a combination of techniques on my brows. I cannot be more great-full to have been able to see her. I literally flew from Texas to SD to get an apt with her. Her studio is so clean and she is meticulous with her sanitation. I was completely blown away. i would recommend her to my family and friends! read more

I love kim! She is literally a perfectionist and will work wonders on your brows! i used to spend so long filling in my brows ever morning, and now i can leave the house without adding any makeup to them! could not be happier with my results! read more

Absolutely amazing! Kim is a perfectionist and artist and made my lashes look so stunning! I got the Gel lashes and it transformed my entire look! My lashes look so beautiful and I love the tint being blonde! I don't even have to wear makeup anymore! It was so relaxing and easy, Kim knows everything there is to know about beauty, lashes and brows! I have recommended her to everyone and people always stop and ask about my lashes and brows! Her work is the best of the best and I wouldn't go anywhere else! Her studio is absolutely gorgeous as well and every time I go I feel so welcome and I know that I am getting the best work done! 110% recommend! Absolutely amazing THE BEST! read more

I can't say enough about Kim's work! She takes her time in getting to know you and your style of eyebrows! If I can give her a score of 10 I would. read more

Kim is absolutely amazing and truly hones her craft. I live in Washington DC and traveled all the way to San Diego to get trained in G.E.L. Lash lift and Powderbrows techniques from Kim. Even though there's many artists in the East Coast, I love Kim's style of making each individual's brows compliment their own features. Kim's studio is absolutely gorgeous and very clean. I just want to live there! The studio's interior decor is sooooo cute, girly, and very inviting. If you check out her ig @zendermastudios you will understand what I mean. Thank you Kim!!! read more

Zen Derma Studios is clean and the atmosphere is so welcoming. When I was there Kim was leading a GEL Lash training and I was a model for one of her students. Kim offers small class sizes and from an outsider who is not in the beauty industry the small class sizes allows Kim and her staff to answer questions throughly, oversee each student's work and help them through each step giving each student the oversight they needed to assure them they were doing the technique correctly. That's what I would want if I were paying for a training. And all I can say about my GEL Lashes results are..... WOW!! I am not one to wear make up all the time, so the length and the curl the gel lashes gave me is so beautiful and makes the biggest difference in my everyday no make-up face. Mind you the results are 100% my lashes and last 8-12 weeks. I also purchased the G.E.L Lashes Keratin Mascara from Kim and I apply it everyday to keep the lift and strengthen my lashes for longer lasting results! I love my GEL Lashes and I think the service is going to be the next Big Bang in the lash world! If you are thinking about providing the service to grow your business (your clients will be happy you did!) I would highly suggest looking into doing your training at Zen Derma Studios. Just read all her other reviews! read more

Kim is an industry leader who takes professionalism and art equally important. Her dedication to her clients is by far beyond exceptional. I had the pleasure of having one of her students microblade my brows years ago. I was in love. Not only does she make sure you are comfortable and satisfied, she makes sure she follows up with answering any questions. Listening to Kim speak life into her students about the business was so inspiring that I myself decided to take up microblading. I have found a passion and love and not to mention left with great brows all because of Kim Zen. read more

Kim did an AMAZING job on fixing my eyebrows and they looked so much better than before with her powdered brow technique! I originally had them microbladed at a different studio in San Diego and everything was great, but I ended up with a lot of scar tissue after that procedure. Kim was extremely informative and educated me on the differences between microblading vs powdered brows and how it affects people differently. I felt more at ease knowing that she could thoroughly explain to me what was wrong and how she was going to fix it. She took her time and carefully did just that and I can't thank her enough. Her studio is super clean and gorgeous, and she makes sure you're absolutely comfortable throughout the entire process. I'll definitely be getting my touch ups from her and I can't wait to try her facials among other treatments that she offers!! read more

I was a brow model for a student and could have had a better experience. I was in such safe hands with Kim and my brows have never looked better! read more

Kim always does an amazing job on my eyebrows! I've been to her multiple times for lamination, powder, and eyebrow tint. My eyebrows used to be so stubborn and she was able to relax them making it easier for power, and daily filling them in on my own! She is very attentive , and friendly as well. Her work environment is super clean and classy! I love going in. I recommend her to all my friends read more

I trained under Kim for G.E.L lash lifts and it was one of the better decisions I made did my business. Kim is amazing! So professional and really went above and beyond teaching me what I needed to know about the service. She also gave me so many other tips and tricks on how to be successful. I reached out to her a few times after training to ask questions on technique and she responded right away. I also had a question about placing an order for product and she couldn't have been more helpful. Not only is she a great teacher, but her work is amazing. read more