It was my first time ever doing a lip blush. I've seen so many and was afraid of what it may look like. Ana is absolutely amazing. She made me feel comfortable and at ease and explained to me what she was going to do, the process, and the after care. My lips have never looked more amazing than now. They look so much fuller and it was not painful at all. This is my before and after photo right after the service. They look soooooo good. Thank you Ana! I cannot wait to see what it will look like once it's healed. read more

DOTTED Ink - My lips right after the lip blush service - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

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I love my eyebrows One month out! I looked like an Angry Bird the first 2 weeks lol during the healing process. Everyone pre-warned me that they would be super dark and swollen at first and once they scab off after a couple weeks, they will look more natural and the color will fade about 40% lighter. Thank God! Ana did such a great job. She made sure I checked in the mirror multiple times to guarantee the shape that I was happy with. Her studio is very clean and in a beautiful building by the Galleria mall. She is very friendly and just an overall sweetheart with lots of talent! It didn't hurt since she used numbing cream, but once I left I had a raging headache so I rushed across the street to CVS and bought some Tylenol and I was fine. She also gives you cool vizors to tape to your forehead when you shower to not get your eyebrows wet the first few days, and tiny containers of tattoo butter to keep them moist, and baby soap to wash them. Her rates are very reasonable considering how expensive she actually Should be (yes she's THAT good). She also has thousands of followers on IG that can vouch for her work, and her training (she teaches classes). So she's basically the best of the best! read more

DOTTED Ink - My eyebrows One Month out. They have healed and no longer scabbing. The color has come in more natural. I'm obsessed! - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

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I'm very happy with Ana's work--she is professional, experienced, and clearly knows eyebrows. I had been searching for someone to take over after my previous brow specialist, and it took me a while to find someone with the right experience and someone I could truly feel comfortable with. Eyebrows are such an important part of your face, and any mistake is not easily undone. Ana exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for quality, precision, and expertise. read more

Had 1st touch up and it's even better than before. Ana is excellent as always. So glad I've found her. read more

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This was a great experience. She explained every single step in great detail. She made sure I loved my brows she gave me her opinion. She is very knowledgeable. Very light hand. Didn't hurt at all. The vibe is so welcoming and comfortable. Definitely will refer her to family and friends. read more

Ana is soooo sweet! I had a wonderful time with Ana. I had my eyebrows refilled. the last time I had it done was about four years ago. Ana explained the process very thoroughly and didn't rush me in making decisions about my color, mapping, shape. She checked to make sure I was comfortable and if I needed a break often. Since I have a high pain tolerance, I didn't feel a lot of pain in the procedure. The initial outline was probably the most painful but she used numbing cream after that and I didn't feel Anything afterwards. I had a good nap during the procedure. Mt eyebrows came out amazing read more

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After looking through my options as far as my eyebrows go, I decided to try out microshading. I've been hesitant for the past year knowing it's semi permanent procedure, so with that being said I've been keeping a look out for someone's work that matches exactly what I'm looking for! I found Ana after some research, and absolutely loved the work she had done so I was quick to book an appointment the following week. She was a sweetheart and explained how she would first map out and measure in order to ensure it's as symmetrical as possible. She walked me through what she was going to be doing and the entire process. Definitely made sure I was comfortable. I hardly felt anything during! Definitely would recommend her to friends and family (: Safe to say, I'm obsessed with my brows so far! Cant wait for the final product once they're fully healed. read more

Ana is an amazing artist and I feel like a million bucks with my new brows! A little background: I had my eyebrows microbladed roughly 4 years ago. Over the years, my eyebrows faded into a pinkish color. I did more research and discovered microshading is actually the best technique for oily skin like mine. I wish I knew this sooner; my poor brows! Scrolling though Instagram, I found Dotted Ink! I loved Ana's work and immediately reached out to her. Ana is very knowledgeable in her craft and walked me through the process of fixing my sad pink brows. I immediately made an appointment after our conversation. She truly has her clients' best interests in mind. The day before my appointment, I realized that I have been using face products that were on the "do not use before appointment" list. She was understanding and rescheduled immediately with no hesitation. Got to love her for that! Now onto the brow process! Ana is a perfectionist. The first time she mapped out my eyebrows, I initially thought they were good to go. Ana examined her work and pointed out areas she could change that would improve the overall look. She went back to the drawing table and I'm so glad that she did. I absolutely love the final shape! Since I was getting my old brows covered up, I had to go through 5 passes. Ana was light handed and explained everything she was doing (I asked a lot of questions). She applied numbing cream and used butter cream so that my eyebrows wouldn't feel extra irritated when wiping throughout the process. In comparison to microblading, the procedure felt so painless! Ana walked me through the aftercare in detail. She also provide a aftercare kit with instructions as well as reaching out through email. Talk about being thorough! Ana is personable. You can immediately tell how passionate she is about what she does. I would highly recommended her to anyone looking for a brow artist. I have gotten so many compliments for my new brows. Even my boyfriend, who thinks defined eyebrows are alien-like, likes them! I am completely obsessed with my new brows! Thanks Ana! read more

DOTTED Ink - Day 1-3 Brows were the darkest Day 4-5 Slight scabbing, not very noticeable Day 6-7 Slightly patchy scabbing - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

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Never thought I would have my eyebrows done but my sister recommended that it's time. She linked me to Ana's instagram @dotted.ink and booked my appointment easily through instagram. The day of the appointment, Ana greeted me at the front and escorted me in. She explained to me what she had me sign paperwork and explained to me what I am going to expect. Ana is so easy to talk to and understanding of my needs and foreseeable issues. Everything went so smoothly. She mapped out my brows to make sure it was to my liking and we went through it a couple of times to make sure she is on point. No pain for me during the procedure, it was in fact a very relaxing procedure. She was gentle and precise. She took her time and was very patient with me. After the procedure it was such a shocking change to my appearance even my mom loved it! What can I say.. New brows, new life! I definitely recommend Ana to you, your mom, your sisters, your cousins and your friends. read more

DOTTED Ink - I went from this no brows - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

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I will recommend Ana over and over again! She is amazing! She was able to even out my brows perfectly. She is very light handed (those who have gotten tattoos know what I mean). She takes her time making sure your brows are perfect & don't be afraid to tell her if you want any changes. Ana's changed my life & I will forever be one of her #1 fans. She's affordable, professional, and talented! If you're hesitant about getting powder ombré brows, here's your sign to reach out to her for a consult! Let her know I sent you!! read more

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I loved the natural shape of my brows but wanted to tweak them a bit and even them out more. I started reaching out to brow artists a few months ago but Ana really struck me as being the best--and she is! Not only was she very responsive to my message, she introduced me to ombre powder brows. Unlike microblading, ombre powder gives a more natural feel and heals with a softer look. One thing I loved learning about her is that she is certified 5x and has made ombre powder brows her speciality, so you know she is passionate and knowledgable about her craft! I'd also been wanting a beauty mark on my face, which she did as well. Her studio is very welcoming, and Ana herself is incredibly kind, warm, and informative. She really is THE brow expert in all of the Bay Area. She takes her time to map, walks you through the process every step of the way, and is extremely meticulous--I can't tell you how much I appreciate a perfectionist, especially when it comes to a beauty procedure! She wants to make sure both she and her client are happy with the shape, color, etc. before she even starts. The process itself doesn't really hurt--I went one round with no topical numbing cream and it hurt less than a brow wax. Ana was very informative about after care and provided an after care kit. She also outlined what to expect day by day. For example, 24 hours later your brows will appear darker, bigger, and sharper but that's very normal--they look bigger due to swelling and darker because the pigment is sitting on top of the skin. From what I can tell from her other clients, everyone experiences this and you just have to be patient for about 10-14 days. I wouldn't hesitate to reach out to her even if you're just thinking about doing a brow makeover. You will be thrilled with her magic touch! Ana, you're a genius. *Photo courtesy of Ana Um. read more

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Ana made my eyebrows last Friday and I'm so excited about the way she made my eyebrows. She was knowledgeable about what she was doing, very thorough, kind and friendly. I also love its very relaxing, clean, very organized and smells so good. I can't wait until my eyebrow heals and sees that last look. Thank you very much Ana for making my morning simple and beautiful. Photo taken same day after my tattoo session. read more

DOTTED Ink - Tattooed Eyebrows - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

My experience with Ana was "Awesome" I would recommend her services to anyone. She was very professional, patient and her consultation was on point!! She made sure that I was very comfortable and when she finished my eyebrows, I felt and looked like a "New" confident woman. I absolutely love..my eyebrows and so does my Husband!! When my friends and family see my eyebrows, I'm quite sure I will be sending referrals. She's the best!!! read more

Ana is truly the GOAT for ombre brows! She's professional, courteous, and extremely personable. I have acne prone skin and I had to reschedule my appointment so many times based on Ana's recommendation. She wanted to make sure that bacteria would not mess up my brows while they healed. She answered all my questions swiftly and put me at ease for my first semi-permanent makeup procedure. She kept everything extremely clean and sanitary. She mapped out my brows until they were the perfect shape. She mapped my brows out in a way that made them perfect, even though my brow bones weren't exactly level (? does that make sense? cause it clearly made sense to Ana, since she fixed them!). She blessed me with the perfect set of brows and I still check them out in the mirror on the daily. I highly recommend Ana for all your eyebrow needs! Make your appointments today! read more

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Ana is amazing and takes great care to provide a superior service. She definitely has excellent technical skills and is also very friendly.

Ana is simply THE BEST!!! I booked with Ana because I saw her work through a friend. It has been 2 years now and I am still very happy with my eyebrows. To this day, I get compliments about my brows. I clearly remember how much attention she gave. Phone consultation: Initially, I had a call in consult with Ana. I asked her questions and told her my concerns. She answered what tools she was using, what happens if I have any adverse reactions, and what if the area gets infected. Ana answered all my questions and eased all my fears even before coming in to see her. Brow shape: Ana worked with me to achieve the shape and color I wanted. While she was aligning the brow, she talked me through certain areas to see if I wanted it higher/lower, thicker/thinner, longer/shorter, softer/stronger look. Let me tell you, Ana is an extreme perfectionist. She is very patient and calming. She made me feel very involved. Numbing: Ana applied a numbing cream and it was great. I don't remember feeling any pain. That cream is wonderful. Tattoo: we landed on a darker brown color. She did beautiful ombré brows. I was immediately excited and loved everything: the shape, the color, and it looks so natural. The tattoo process took over an hour or two. Aftercare: Ana provided me with aftercare cream and instructions to follow daily. I read it each day. I remember she sat down with me and ensured that I understood the aftercare instructions. I really appreciated how throughly she went over the details with me. Ana is super caring and you can tell she's very passionate about brows. I remember when I arrived at her cozy and cute studio, she made me feel comfortable immediately. If you want perfect, fabulous brows...I highly recommend you contact Ana. She will not disappoint you. read more

DOTTED Ink - My brows still look great...two years later. - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

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Ana did such a great job on my eyebrows. Her workspace was clean, and inviting with calming music. She walked me through the process and gave me the most relaxing service with the best looking brows. I have very few hairs on my natural eyebrows and an oily face. Ana gave me my life back with the shape and color brows that fit my face. Im in love with my brows!! read more

DOTTED Ink - Micro bladed brows - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

Had a baby a few months back and with covid, I haven't left the house in two years and therefore stopped caring about how I looked. Alas, I've to return to work in January and that was the push to try to look like a human being again. Eyebrows are the hardest step for me in my makeup routine because I've pretty sparse brows. I wanted something that would shorten time spent getting ready for work so microblading seemed like a good choice. I spent the past month or so reading reviews and trying to pick a place that wouldn't make me look like Spock but didn't take the plunge until I found Dotted Ink. I saw Ana's work on her Instagram page and immediate booked a slot. Ana texted me 10 minutes before the appointment to let me know she'd be waiting for me at the door. She was extremely personable, and took the time to patiently go over my medical history, asking questions to clarify boxes I'd checked. After learning of some nose sensitivities, she took care to adjust her method of application so as not to hurt me when working on my brows. She also explained throughly what she was going to do before doing it so I understood and knew what to expect. She was so meticulous and ensured my brows were to my liking, making adjustments throughout. I felt comfortable throughout the whole procedure and am very happy with the results! She's amazing! read more

I just love Ana and she did an amazing job!!! Thank you again and yes I'll be referring friends!

Ana was able to tweak the shape of my brows from a previous artist. She did a fantastic job correcting the color and re-shaping the arch. I love them! Totally recommend! read more

Ana is THEEEEEE best!! She is my eyebrow angel! Not gonna lie, I was a little nervous about getting my eyebrows done but Ana did everything in her power to put me at ease. I've now had my eyebrows for about 6 weeks (will touch up mid-April, after my birthday; so excited ) and I love them so much. It now takes me half the time to get ready and it's given me some confidence. I actually have time to fix my hair, put some lashes on if I want to, or even sleep an extra 30-45 minutes. Ana made the process so easy as she was sooo patient with me. My only request was to not look like Angry Birds and she definitely understood the assignment! Ana worked with me until I was satisfied with shape of my eyebrows. She then prepped me and briefed me on everything that was about to happen. The pain wasn't bad at all for me as I fell asleep through most of the process. When Ana was done, she talked me through what to expect during the healing process and how to care for my new brows. She also warned me that it would be an emotional rollercoaster but to just trust the process; however, I think I was prepared for healing process as I've talked to friends who've also had their brows done. I really appreciate her honesty about everything though! Everything that she said was going to happen, happened but in the end, I was 1000% happy with the end result. Me being me, I had SOOOOO many questions during my healing and Ana was always available to answer any questions I had. Go to Ana with all your eyebrow needs!! You definitely won't regret it! You will love her and your brows! Thank you so much Ana!! Can't wait to see you for my touch-up! read more

DOTTED Ink - Eyebrows before and after - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

Ana was amazing! She was so professional and made sure I knew exactly what was happening. She's the best!

Amazing service - I am so happy with my brows! Ana is very thorough and gives you the opportunity to see and approve the brow shape before starting the procedure. It was painless and comfortable. Highly recommend. read more

I'm always hesitant when letting someone else touch my brows. I've considered getting permanent makeup done on my brows in the past but I was too afraid of the outcome especially after hearing many bad and traumatizing experiences. Ana was very informative even before I officially I booked with her and transparent about the tattoo and healing processes. After asking many questions, I decided to give the ombré powder brows a try. Ana did not disappoint! She was very patient and helpful during and even after my appointment. During my session, she walked me through step by step on her process so I knew what to expect. Definitely trust Ana with my brows! read more

DOTTED Ink - Three days after session - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Dublin, California

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This was my first time ever getting my brows done. Ana is the sweetest and any fear quickly faded away. Her expertise and gentle technique was nearly pain free. Her color match with my red hair was spot in! I could not have ever hoped for the sheer perfection that are now my brows! read more

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If you are looking for an awesome experience this is the place to go! This shop is nestled in a cozy spot that was warm and inviting. I was super nervous (and excited!) but Ana did an amazing job taking care of me. She made me feel really comfortable throughout the whole process, explaining as she went along, but still managed to keep it light and sweet melting away any anxiety I had. She listened to what I wanted and gave her honest opinion about what she thought was the best look. I mentioned I was most nervous about the pain and she worked out an awesome plan to really help with the pain tolerance. I would highly recommend visiting her shop! read more

I was recovering from the thin eyebrow trend from high school. Only problem was mine never grew back! I spent the last 10 years drawing on my eyebrows every single day because I was so insecure of not having any. I found Ana through Yelp, I really liked her work so I scheduled an appointment with her! Upon arrival Ana makes you so comfortable and there is no awkwardness AT ALL! She is so warm and welcoming. You can tell she's super passionate about what she does. She'll take before pictures and very thoroughly explain her process. The first session was about 2.5-3hrs but Ana was so meticulous about perfecting the brow shape which I was so appreciative for! I just got done with my retouch and I can already tell that they're going to be amazing! If you're ever looking to try ombré brows I highly recommend DottedInk! read more

I've always thought about getting ombré powder brows to give my brows a more defined and even look but was hesitant because they were bushy already. When I found Ana's page on Instagram and the transformation she did in my sister I knew I could trust her with my brows! She is located in the shops on Artist Walk in Fremont which was a plus for me as it was convenient to get there. Upon arrival she walked me through her process and what to expect during my appointment. She sanitizes your brow area before and after and also takes her time mapping your face to measure out the best possible brows. She also asks what shape you prefer and even shows other possibilities until you can both agree on a set together. Ana also makes sure you're comfortable during the tattoo process the entire time. I love my new brows and surprisingly my husband is impressed with them too! So if you're looking to get your brows done look no further as Ana at Dotted Ink got you. read more

Ana is amazing! She turn my non-existent brows to brows on fleek! I rarely wear make up now and really don't need to after my sessions with her. She is really professional, gentle and a master at her craft! HIGHLY RECOMMEND her to all! If you're thinking about getting your brows done, run don't walk to Ana! read more

I have always wanted to get my eyebrows done... I am not good at applying make up much less drawing a straight line. So with that being said eyebrows were never gonna look with me penciling my own. I didn't have enough eyebrow hair either... go figure... but who needs all that when there's Ana!!!! Omg I am so happy I went to see her. I found her through my sister in law. Ana did an amazing job so I had to put all my doubts aside and go for it. Making an appointment was a breeze. She's over an hour and some change away but so worth every mile... I got there and waited in the parking lot until it was my time to come in. She was so friendly and welcoming as I entered. She made me feel comfortable. I love how she explained everything in detail and double triple checked her mapping. I totally trusted her and valued her expertise. She's so talented and it's amazing how keen her eye is. She's a perfectionist.... I'm Everyone and anyone who is thinking about getting their brows done please see Ana. You won't regret it. Thank you Ana for your time, patience hard work and heart and soul you put into my session. You have made me feel beautiful. Eyebrows are a total game changer and your work has brought back a new going confidence... this grandma got her groove back!!!! read more

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I can't stop looking at my brows! Ana is just wonderful! I told her how my brows always grow back uneven after getting them threaded and she took her time to map out my brows perfectly. She noticed how one arch was higher than the other one during the mapping part and mentioned it to me. She checked for symmetry over and over again & I appreciate that soooo much. I am very happy with the outcome, can't wait to see them all healed . Would most definitely recommend ! Also, the procedure wasn't as painful as I thought. read more

First off let me just say Ana is AMAZING at what she does! I came in with previous microblading that had been done by another brow artist a couple years ago - it was faded and turned red. I came to Ana for color correction and ombre brows and she did not disappoint! Shes very knowledgeable about brows and you can tell she genuinely has a passion for what she does. She took the time to explain everything from start to finish making me feel comfortable and confident in the process. She really took her time to perfect the shape that I wanted and triple checked to make sure everything was symmetrical. I nervous about the pain but she reassured me that I would feel little to no pain.. I barely felt anything! She is gentle and very precise with her techniques. I loved the way my brows turned out so much I even brought my Mom to get her brows done too! She is absolutely the sweetest and I definitely will be recommending her to all my family and friends. Ana, thank you SO much for making this Mommy feel confident again! read more

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I won't be trusting anyone but Ana with my brows! She completely transformed my brows and my experience with her has been nothing but perfect. I'm constantly getting compliments on my brows by literally everyone. She does such a good job of making you feel comfortable during the procedure and is clearly knowledgeable. 10/10 would recommend her to everyone read more

Ana takes such great care of me when it comes to getting consultation and mapping out the best way to frame my face with beautiful ready to go brows. I highly recommend going to her for your permanent brow needs. read more

Best Artist ever!! I'm so glad I came across her page. Her work is amazing. She is a perfectionist and when it comes to eyebrows that is what i need! She was gentle with the machine, not painful at all. The after care instructions and face shield were so helpful. I got a correction procedure and it came out better then I expected. Definitely worth the drive for me. The price is reasonable too!! The place it self was very clean and she wasn't talking and asking 1,000 personal questions. I liked she was professional and was focused on her work. Definitely recommend her to my friends. read more

Ana was great!! My brows turned out so good. From the start to the end I loved how she informed me what she was doing step-by-step. She took on hard color correction I had from 4 previous tattoo/micro blading sessions in the past and she did an AMAZING job!! The color is perfect, it was pain free and relaxed and comfortable the whole process. read more

Ana is the Truth! She is so sweet and patient but what I liked most of all she's a Perfectionist which made me feel very comfortable and I knew my brows were in good hands. She's knows her stuff and her salon is so calm and relaxing. I have gotten so many complements on my brows and can't wait for my healing to end to see the real. I love looking the mirror again. Thank you read more

I highly recommend Ana- she's very meticulous, skilled, and truly cares about her clients satisfaction. I had previously Microbladed brows ( from' another place ) which she color corrected and gave me a slightly modified and thicker brow which I'd requested. Overall much more pain-free experience than the previous place, and Ana is very good at preparing you for what to expect cat each stage. Very pleasant experience and great outcome! Thank you so much Ana! read more

Ana is the sweetest and pays so much attention to detail of your eyebrows that I am so in love with the final product. I was hesitant to get my brows microbladed but she made the process so easy and comfortable that I am so happy I took the leap of faith and went with her. I would 100% recommend! read more

I've been following Ana for a while and loved her work so decided to make an appointment. I was nervous about getting it done and the whole process, but Ana makes you feel so relaxed. She's confident in her abilities and a perfectionist. She'll make sure you're comfortable and happy with the look and will continually to check in on the progress. So happy with them and love how much time it saves me! read more