I recommend Yvon for a professional and reliable lip blush service. Booking is on her website but you can send her a DM on her IG if you have any questions beforehand. I sent her photos and discussed my concerns about my lip discoloration; she reassured me that she could help me achieve my lip goals. You are given an email with pre care instructions (such as lip exfoliating beforehand and avoiding potential blood thinning agents like Advil ) and you also have to sign an agreement before the appointment. My first session was a neutralization due to the darkness and a hyperpigmentation / acne scar on my upper lip. You bring your desired lip colors so she knows your ideal look - you can choose the more natural or make up look (more pigmented). I had a student observing during the session which I didn't mind. I found her studio to be clean and professional. Overall tattoo/ PMU experience was tolerable for me (there is numbing cream and she asks if the pressure is okay while she's working). My 2nd session - I was able to deposit in the color I had wanted. She can see how I healed as well and where the lips did/didn't take in as color. This was a much shorter session in under 2 hours. After each session I was given after care instructions such as using the A&D ointment, aquaphor, avoid peeing the scabs etc. She also gave me a timeline guide of how the lips will change over the weeks until it's fully healed. Yvon kindly follows up with a text message after each session to see how you're doing! That's really going the extra mile. I look forward to my future annual touch up read more

Espoir Advisory - Before lip blush, so much discoloration - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I had been wanting to get my lips tinted forever, but ai am very picky about who does my work. After extensive research I decided to go with Yvon. Her studio is extremely convenient, clean, and comfortable. Yvon takes her time to go over the process and formulate the right color and shape for you based on your vision/wants. She does her best to keep your comfortable through the process by checking in and letting you know what she is doing. She is meticulous with detail and makes sure everything is perfect and even. I had no bruising and little discomfort following the procedure. She gives you detailed aftercare instructions and checks in with you regularly. I absolutely love the results and highly recommend her for anyone considering lip blush read more

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I came to Yvon for my own lip blush procedure after being trained by her as a student! And just like her training course she was straight to the point about how the procedure would go and very thorough. I wore the SAME lipstick daily for the last 5 years and when I found out they discontinued my lipstick I had to get my lips done by Yvon!! She was very attentive to what my lip goals and desired color was and was able to match my color exactly and now I no longer have to worry about my lipstick smudging or ever having to buy lipstick again! BEST INVESTMENT EVERR. The procedure was also quick and she always made sure I was comfortable! She did an amazing job! I will always recommend Espoir Studios to all my friends as a lip blush artist AND teacher!! read more

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I'm loving the results of my lip neutralization. Yvon does an amazing job. She's so thorough and super nice and professional. She's also very understanding because at my 3rd touch up I was having so much sensitivity and she allowed me to stop after the first pass because I was being a big baby lol. I would definitely recommend her! I love my lips so much more because or her. I plan to do another touch some time after summer. Can't wait and hopefully this time I can have her do at 2 passes read more

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I've considered Lip Blush for quite awhile now and I am ABSOLUTELY ecstatic I did it! My obsession started when I started looking on Instagram, then of course most of my Ad's were LipBlush professionals. I found Yvon on IG and decided based on her work and client reviews, then decided "Yep! I'm doing this!" Considering this was my first permanent makeup experience, I am happy beyond words with the results and service she was able to provide. She was sweet, and made the whole experience easy and seamless, provided Q&A, checked up, provided aftercare, and was prompt when responding to text! For anyone considering, lip blush can restore color to pale lips, neutralize, camouflage scars, and also define lips/fuller without fillers! Thank you Yvon! I'm in love!!! read more

Espoir Advisory - Day 8 - What i asked for! Permanent Dior Glow "awakening" - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I came across Lip Blushd by Yvon on Instagram and immediately fell in love with her work! Yvon is quick to respond and was super informative through out the entire process. I ended up booking with Yvon and was super excited to have my lips done! It was difficult deciding on a date to get them done. My appointment was on a Wednesday night and I had a wedding to attend that following Saturday. Yvon had a last minute opening fir Friday before the wedding and I wanted them to look fresh for the event. But I am sooooo glad that Yvon talked me out doing that because my lips would of been out of this world. It was so swollen for the first day. Even when I attended the wedding people thought I had gotten lip injections. Back to getting the lips done. I have a high pain tolerance but the lip area is so sensitive it was a little difficult to get through but Yvon was super kind with numbing and making sure you felt comfortable. Yvon also let you know step by step of what she was going to do next so that you aren't alarmed. Overall 10/10. I love my lips and will post a transformation photo that Yvon had put together for me. I get so many compliments. If you have any thoughts at all of getting your lips blushed, JUST GET IT! With Yvon of course read more

Espoir Advisory - Lip Blushd by Yvon transformation - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

I am soooooo glad that I got my lips tattooed by Yvon! I always wanted to have one lip shade without constantly applying lipstick/gloss. Yvon was able to create a natural shade for me which compliments my skin tone and it just looks perfect! I was nervous before the process since it was something new for me. Yvon explained to me what she was doing throughout the appointment and I felt reassured. After the session, my lips swelled up really bad. My fault because I drank caffeine day of my appointment I was freaking out and kept messaging her about it. She was very responsive and kept reassuring me that I need to trust the process and it will be fine. So I trusted her and the process. By the third day the swelling was gone and the peeling process had begun. Yvon would continue to check in on me daily to see how my lips were healing. Now I'm in love with my lips and cannot wait to come back for my follow up :) read more

Espoir Advisory - My lips after about 6-7 days. Healed. - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Yvon did such a great job on my lip blush. It took about 3-4 hours as stated. I was hesitant with the lip Color but I'm sooo glad I chose this one. I'm amazed at how easy and effortless it is to get ready now. Thank you so much! You're amazing read more

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10/10 recommend! I love my lips! I mainly got lip blush to fix my darker upper lip and IT DID! Yvon did amazing! I love how natural my lips are! The whole process was good! Yvon made sure I was comfortable throughout it all. When she first outlines your lips with no numbing cream, it feels like you're putting your lips through a fan. (I thought of it that way and it didn't hurt!) she outlines them pretty quick! I was bleeding a lot through the procedure. I'm not sure if I'm anemic. I was so shocked because I thought my blood was the color the whole time! After my procedure, my lips looked poppin! I look like I just got lip fillers. My swelling took a couple days to go down and it was so funny! My lips were huge! I loved the outcome of my results and have been posting about it everywhere! Love you Yvon! read more

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I just want to say thank you to Yvon for a great experience! Getting my lips done by her has been a game changer... I didn't realize how pale and lifeless my lips looked before lip blush. I was nervous too because I have very sensitive skin. She helped me choose the right color to cover the moles on my lips and give me a more defined lip border. We had to do 3 sessions and even though I bled so much, she was able to give me great results. She's easy to work with and I definitely recommend her to anyone looking to get their lips done. Thanks so much Yvon! read more

As many PMU artists nowadays, I started my own business with Yvon's help by renting out her cute studio once a week. If you're looking for a place to start your business of the ground, Espoir Studios is the place, not only is clean, safe & in a very good location, but you won't find any other place with same characteristics at a better rate!!! Thanks Yvon -Brows Brows Baby read more

Yvon did an incredible job on my lips last year, and they still look beautiful. She was kind enough to accommodate me the very next day since I didn't follow the pre-care. What I appreciate the most was the transparency. She was very upfront I may need two sessions of lip neutralizations. I am of south asian descent and my biggest insecurity was hyperpigmented lips. Yvon is very knowledgeable and took her time explaining the science behind the color wheel and the cancellations of certain pigments. The lip blush color is a great match--very natural-looking, and her lines are precise. I walked in with lips that were brown on the borders, and uneven, but she was able to work her magic and now I feel great about going out without lipstick. I simply put on a clear gloss and I am good to go! Thank you, Yvon!! This post was long overdue! read more

I took my lip blush course with Yvon and I'm so glad I did! She is so knowledgeable and she shows and tells you everything she knows. Her manual is thick and super self-explanatory! Right from the jump we were hands on and I was already using a machine on day 1... I was so nervous but she was such a good teacher that I got the movements by the end of that day. She goes in depth with color theory (honestly the hardest part). But the best thing is when you still feel confused is: if you feel unsure she offers refresher courses and unlimited shadow session!!!! I don't know any instructor that offers that - you can tell she actually cares and WANT her students to succeed. I also like how she's so sweet AND real and doesn't hold back on correcting your mistakes- she makes sure you get it right. If you're planning on taking a course, definitely do it with Yvon! read more

I am getting older (50) & realize my lips aren't as full as they used to be. Time for me is more precious than gold so I have mostly foregone makeup lately. I craved the look of having fresh lush lips like I once did but without fillers. I saw Espoir Studios on IG and was floored! She had these amazing pics of before and afters. After doing some research I contacted her and we booked an apt. When I met Yvon she was so sweet. Low key, kind and explained the whole process to me. She made me feel very comfortable. Yvon answered all of my questions and made the whole process as comfortable as possible. She even contacted me several times afterward to check in. SO SWEET! I am incredibly happy with the results. My lips look so natural! Exactly what I wanted. She lined my lips and didn't go outside my natural lip line so they aren't over done. All I ever wear is now gloss. I love them and so does my SO. Best part is it's not obvious. It looks like my natural FULL lips like when I was younger. When I stand next to my 22 yr old daughter our lips look almost identical. WIN! Thank you Yvon. I'll be back for a touch up when it's time read more

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Yvon absolutely nailed the lip color i wanted. My go to lipstick is Lolita by Kat Von D and let meeee telll youuu girls... she nailed the perfect shade. I was planning to not even come back for a touch up because the color retention was phenomenal!! Thank u for making me wake up to beautiful luscious lips Not only is Yvon is a talented artist, she's also an amazing trainer. I took her 1:1 three days Lip Blush Course and i loved it!! She was detailed with everything she taught, always made sure to correct my mistakes, taught me EVERYTHING she knew and even made sure I did not make the same mistakes she did when she first started. She was very patient with me and answered all my questions (& i ask A LOT of questions..). She was also always attentive with me, regardless if it was just practicing on the pad or the model. I learned so much from her, I have nothing bad to say whatsoever!! There's not a lot of lip blush trainers in the bay area that teaches both lip blush fundamentals AND NEUTRALIZING so TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT AND GO TAKE HER COURSE !! You will not only learn so much but you will have an amazing experience. I walked out of class on the last day super confident! read more

Espoir Advisory - Color requested: Lolita by Kat Von D Yvon absolutely NAILED IT !!! - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

I wanted to update my review because Yvon's future clients and students deserve to know how great of a person she truly is. I had to take a break from lip blushing due to some personal reasons, but I'm ready to get back into it. I know a lot of instructors offer "lifetime support," but they never mean that. But Yvon... let me tell you. SHE MEANS IT. I was almost not going to get back into lip blushing, but she sent me a VERY encouraging text message, and I realized I was getting in the way of my true potential. She gave me a gentle push, and I asked if she was still offering sit ins on clients just to get a refresher. Sure enough she let me know a day I could come in. I haven't gone in yet, but I'm scheduled to next week. I'm really excited and love that even after finishing her class she really welcomes you with open arms and pushes you to be the best version of yourself. I cannot wait to take my refresher and start taking clients! Yvon, you're truly the best mentor I have ever had. Thank you so much! read more

Choosing "Espoir Studios" for my 3 Day Lip Blushing & Lip Neutralization course was the best decision I could have ever made. Not only is Yvon absolutely AMAZING at what she does, she truly pours her heart out into her work and her students. This course is very well put together, extremely thorough and worth every penny spent.The support that Yvon provides her students is beyond compare. It has been A pleasure working with her and is an absolute Honor to be A student of hers. Her studio is very well organized and professional not to mention she is 100% on top of it with cleanliness, following all safety precautions and guidelines. 5 STARS!!!! You wont be disappointed. read more

Quite literally Yvon knows what's up in the lip blushing business and I would HIGHLY recommend. ITS ALL ABOUT THE PROCESS. I'm not gonna lie, I was surprised on how the process of making an appointment was quite easy and when I met her for the first time she is soooo sweet and respect on her hussle of making things so nicely placed and her work ethic I can't wait till we meet again for my retouch on my bday hahahaha much love on Yvon and making one of my dreams come true by having fuller lips didn't use much numbing cream till the the middle end and did not hurt a BIT with and without. hope you have sweet days Yvon (: read more

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If you're considering Yvon's booth rental I'm telling you Rent it! Her attention to detail,responses and rental process was impeccable.Her studio is modern and very clean. I was able to get in,set up and start seeing clients within 15 minutes. I will definitely be renting this facility again. It's a opportunity to see your clients in a professional setting. read more

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If you want someone who is amazing at their craft look no further. Yvon is beyond talented. The outcome is more than I could have hoped for. On top of the excellent work she did, she is professional, clean, COVID cautious and adorable (not that that is important lol). My Botox and filler doctor said she was very impressed with the results an so am I. Beauty is pain, make sure you don't go through pain with someone that doesn't take the care you deserve. Yvon will not disappoint. read more

Espoir Advisory - My upper lip was disappearing, Yvon to the rescue! - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'm an esthetician that's staring off and I had been looking to rent a space for the longest time. I came across Espoir Studios and it was perfect to start off taking clients. Yvon is super thorough with open/close procedures and is super quick to respond to any questions as well which I really appreciate! I was able to give facials comfortably and my clients really enjoyed how cute the place was. It was such a pleasure renting the space I am definitely doing business here again. I loved the experience and my clients did as well. Thank you Yvon read more

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Amazing work by an amazing pmu artist who genuinely strives to create and tattoo the best work tailored to every individual she encounters. And when she felt it wasn't good enough for her (even tho it was for me) she offered a discounted price later down the line when it was time to get it done again. Not only do I appreciate the quality of her work, but I absolutely looove the quality of her products, the ink. A lot of other pmu artists that you see can advertise and filter all they want and you can see it on social media, but what you see from yvon long term is the color retention that doesn't seem to fade and always looks like you just got it done. Maybe it's her tattooing technique, or the ink, or both but she knows what she's doing. I really hope others than learn from her one day she is fantasti read more

I have had the great pleasure of renting the Daily Booth from Yvon at Espoir Studios. Yvon is very friendly and has created a wonderful space for new PMU artists to start taking clients, or for those who are traveling to the Bay Area to service clients. All of my clients have said that they love the studio aesthetic and that it was easy to find. There is a bunch of restaurants around the area so you can grab a bite in between clients, and it is a safe area! The shop is clean and Yvon has a short list of standards/rules that she expects you to follow to keep it that way! Great spot, I would definitely recommend the studio space, and look forward to my next bookings here! read more

Yvon's work is impeccable! I would recommend her & have recommended to her to anyone interested in getting lip blushing! I was definitely apprehensive at first, but Yvon's energy & focus reassured me that I'd be in great hands. And i certainly was! The shape the color 10's across the board! It's worth every penny! I'm due for my touch-up & I cannot wait!! read more

Honestly love Yvon! She was a great teacher and informed me so much about lip blush! I already see my work improving! If you want to get your lips done or take a class with her, do it! You won't regret it ! read more

Espoir Advisory - This is my lip work now after I took her class! - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

I DON'T HAVE TO WEAR LIPSTICK ANYMORE! I. LOVE. THIS. COLOR! Just gotta wear lip balm and I'm gucci! Thank you so much, Yvon. I was told I was an excessive bleeder BUT the color still turned out BOMB. This picture is less than a week after my touch up :) If you have low pain tolerance, let Yvon know so she can use more numbing cream on you. That's what I did. Overall, Yvon's work is awesome. Trust her. read more

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Honestly I was super nervous and worried right after I got it done because my lips got sooo swollen that they looked like sausages. I'm also anemic so the bleeding didn't really stop until 48 hours, but it wasn't really bleeding that badly. Only when I would dab my lips with a napkin, I would see blotches of blood. After the first two days, the swelling went down drastically and my lips started peeling. I can see the color that it'll eventually turn and I'm sooo in love. Yvon's color matching is on point and the pigment definitely shows. If you can handle the swelling and have a few days to rest then it is really worth it. 10/10 am recommending to my girlfriends and even some of my guy friends who want to darken their lips. read more

Espoir Advisory - Just got my lip blush done three days ago and here's a pic of the heeling process... - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

One of my friends always has the most perfect lips... and I asked her- when did you get your lips done? & she said a year ago. I said GIVE ME YVONS INFO and booked for the next appointment. Yvon is so good with making you feel comfortable about the procure and tells you everything you need to know to have the best results and retention. She is so sweet and is probably one of few that actually reach out to see how the healing is going and if you have any questions. Every SINGLE DAY, with just aquaphor, I get sooo many compliments about my lips and how the shade is made for me- and I immediately give them ESPOIRS STUDIOS information because 10/10 times I will recommend her!! - I know perfect doesn't exist but her work comes pretty dang close to perfect!! Thank you Yvon for my beautiful lips I already can't wait for next years touch up. read more

Espoir Advisory - Lip blush touch up - Business Consulting Near Me - San Francisco, California

First off, I'm a Nanny and found Yvon on IG. In a matter of 2 maybe 3 days I decided to take her course. Very spontaneous for me. And let me tell you so glad I did. At first I was so nervous especially sitting next to the other student. Who has been doing eyebrows for years. Yvon is an amazing instructor. She literally told me stop taking notes and just pay attention to me.. And she was so right. What I needed to hear. The way she guided me through the course with honest critique and positive feedback was awesome. As I'm getting ready for my first Lippie I find myself messaging her for advice. And she always responds within 24hrs. read more

I am so glad I found Yvon through IG and got my lips done my her and also decided to get beginners Lip blush training as well. I was very impressed by her work and that is why I traveled all the way to her from Richmond for my training too. She was very detailed and gave me all the information I needed to become a PMU. Honestly, it was a lot and I still need to go through her book to learn more. It was all worth it. Thank you Yvon for your time and training. You are the best. read more

Oh my god can't express how much I appreciate this girl she's the best guess who has lips now ?! read more

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I took Yvon's beginners lip blush class and I am so happy I found her. She's very detailed and knowledgeable. I love how she put her time and effort into making a such detailed manual that we can refer back on. During the 3 day training, she taught all the fundamentals of lip blush and lip neutralization. Her training is very affordable compared to other trainers I've seen on Instagram. She buys you Starbucks and we even got pizza on our 3rd day. We also get to keep a kit that is enough to tattoo 30 clients. Yvon is very hands on. Her case studies helped out a lot! She offers LIFETIME support and unlimited shadow days free of charge. And, refresher course days, free of charge, but of course with a reservation. I would def recommend her training for anyone that is interested in learning lip blush. Thanks so much Yvon!!! read more

As a new artist, if you are looking for a booth to rent, this is definitely the place for you! Espoir Studios is beautiful and offers everything that is needed as a PMU artist to go right in and get started. I have rented booths from others who offer facials and they did not offer as much as Yvon does in her studio. Being that this studio is fully equipped to be used by PMU artist is priceless! From the styles of the tables to the great lighting! I will definitely be renting again. It's so great, I was hesitant on writing this review in fear of the best kept secret getting out Just kidding. Definitely rent if in need of an affordable, reliable studio read more

Yvon is the absolute BEST!! These pictures don't lie! I had super pale lips all my life and they made me so insecure, I always felt the need to wear lipstick or tinted lip balm. Now I feel totally comfortable just wearing vaseline out :') Aside from being an amazing artist she's also super easy to talk to and answered all of my questions & concerns before, during, and even after our appointment. If you're looking to get rid of your pale lips don't even think about it, Yvon's the one for you The last picture is 3 weeks healed after our first session and I can't wait to see what they'll look like after our 2nd! The color stayed so well just after 1 appt and I'm so in love!! read more

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Yvon is the best! I had more lip asymmetry then I even realized. My new lips look even and natural. Color is perfect. She is meticulous and that's exactly what you want when someone is tattooing your face. I would recommend Espoir Studios to anyone interested in lip blushing. read more

I found Yvon on insta and she was super sweet!! I was nervous for my lips but it was comfortable there. Absolutely in love with the color I highly recommend Yvon for your lip blush needs :3 read more

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Personally I'm old school and pay attention to customer service and communication skills. Yvon is very professional and responds to messages very quickly. She is thorough with explaining her process and what you will get. I love the detailed instructions. Pre and post care. The day of my appointment she communicated a time crunch. She again was thorough with the steps and answered my questions. She was also quick and the final result looks awesome! I'm 4 weeks out and everything is exactly what she explained and to be expected. I strongly recommend Yvone to any first timers for lip blushing YOU WILL BE VERY SATISFIED WITH HER WORK AND CARE. read more

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Wow, wow, wow! That's all I can say. This review is long overdue! Yvon did my lips and I constantly get compliments on them. I feel so pretty and my look is effortless everyday. She really knows what she is talking about and can help choose the right color for you depending on your skin tone. She listens to your needs and is really comprehensive with all the information she gives you. She is also easy to reach. I loved her work so much that I took her class after. I am a licensed esthetician and I have taken many classes before. This one had to be the most informed class I ever took. Her manual alone is massive but I love it! I still refer to it this day when I do services to make sure I am not missing anything. She also offers discount codes for ordering products. She stands by her lifetime support. If I get stuck or am unsure about something she is just a message away. She will respond in detail with explanation about every step and why it is done the way it is. I recommend Yvon for your lips service or if you want to take her class. You are in good hands! read more

I don't know where to start. I just love how my lips turned out, I no longer have to feel insecure about my lips looking pale and no life to them. Yvon is very patient with her clients and professional at her job. I have recommended her to my friends and family interested in getting a lip blush especially after they saw mine. Thank you Yvon for the great work and excellent service I can't wait to see you for my annual touch up read more

I've been wanting to get lip blush done. So I looked through IG and I'm so glad I found Yvon. She is super talented and really knows what she is doing. The whole procedure was not that bad. She's very delicate and light handed which I think really helped. My lips healed up really well. I love the color and the shape, and it's much more well defined. I just put clear lip gloss and my lips are so poppin! Everyone always compliments my lips. Can't wait for my 3rd appointment. Thanks Yvon! read more