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4.9 (252 reviews)
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I had found Guru last minute on my California trip and they squeezed me in! I got a last minute appointment with Morgan - who went above and beyond to redesign my inspiration photo I sent in. She made sure I loved it before we started, made sure I was comfortable and was easy to have conversation with - which to me is important if you're sitting next to someone for a couple hours. My tattoo turned out better than I could've imagined.

Signature of my mom who has passed away.
S B.

I really love the tattoo that Jonathan did for me. Very reasonably priced Customer service is superb!

Bonsai sleeps like this every night for the last 16 years. I finally got her back feet tattooed exactly where they lay when she sleeps.
Danielle D.

This is the only place we go for tattoos in San Diego. I've gotten tattooed by Morgan a few times and Johnathan. They always do great work. Highly recommend, all of their artists are

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Jamie J.

Morgan rules. She helped turn my mix of ideas for a tropical jungle cat inspired design into something amazing. A lot of thought was put into the design and placement, how we would cover some of my small tattoos, and what would flow with my body best which I really appreciate. Tattoo came out amazing, and she's a great person too!

Lydia E.

Darya is the best! She's super sweet & so talented. Professional... She did my flowers with names on the stems on my arm.. it looks great! Just what I wanted. She did my husband's initials on my right hand & it came out perfect too. She recently did a heart in honor of my brother & I love that too! She works in a clean environment & it's a great location, I find parking easy.

Michella L.

They had a last minute opening for myself, my daughter and my mom to get a tattoo and it was so serendipitous they were lovely and professional and accommodating and we appreciate them greatly

Katherine K.

Shoutout to Bean for doing an absolutely amazing job once again! He freehanded a beautiful tiger lily and puzzle piece on my arm and did such an amazing job with the shading and linework. The puzzle piece is something very important to me and I loved the design he came up with for it. I just tell him what I want with not much instruction and he's able to execute it better than I could've imagined. He's also just a fun, chill guy to chat with during the whole process. The place itself is pretty big and has a nice setup, large windows and is, most importantly, very clean. The rest of the staff is really friendly and helpful and just all around great to chat with. There's always a few artists working at once and a lot of them will be visiting from other states or countries.

Immediately post tattoo. Will update when it's healed a bit more.
Holly C.

Darya did a memorial tattoo yesterday for my dad who passed away in June. She's so sweet and ridiculously talented. I had a rough concept and a bunch of elements I wanted and she designed and executed it into a really beautiful, delicate tattoo. Its perfect and I love it so much!

Body Armour
Sean P.

Thank you Kris Ciecura & Guru Tattoo for the beautiful piece! Kris took the time to discuss my original concept..taking it and creating an incredibly unique foundation on my back. Can't wait to return for more. So glad I entrusted Kris with creative license to bring this to fruition Highly Recommend Kris Ciecura & Guru Tatto

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Rhami H.

Tarek is the best tattoo artist in SD, hands down! Professional, creative, diligent. Great experience! Highly recommend Tarek at Guru in Old Town. 5 stars!

Don't mind the crutches. I was not going to miss this appointment due to being broken.
Jonas B.

The tattoo design is very exquisite. I put my trust in Ugo's artistic perspective and it came out better than I expected

Lucky 7 dice
Jhaysie C.

Went to Guru's Friday the 13th flash tattoo event and it was such a great time! I picked out a cute pair of dice to go on my shoulder. The artist I got was Hugo and found out he's one of the fastest artists in the shop. Guru Tattoo had also partnered with Urbn Leaf for the event! A goodie bag was given to each person who got a tattoo and I also signed up for a raffle! I highly recommend checking out Guru Tattoo on State or Garnet!!

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Thank you for this 5 star review! Jonathan is the man.

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Love to see you back! Thank you for the awesome review Danielle (:

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This came out sick Jamie! Morgan killed it!!

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11 months ago

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Wow, these are clean! We love Darya here (:

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Wow Sean, this tattoo is killer! Can’t wait to see you back for more.

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Love these dice Jhaysie! Hugo is the man!

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Thank you so much Ana!! This is such a kind review! We appreciate you!

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As always, Kris at guru tattoo was fantastic! She's attentive and has brought my tattoo visions to life twice!:).

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Thank you for the 5 stars Zarrin! We love Kris!! (:

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7 months ago

Darya was able to fit me in quickly! did two dainty gorgeous tatts! I'm so excited to work with her again in the future!!

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That’s amazing Mariana! We can’t wait to see you back for more :)

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This is a rad first tattoo!!! Thank you for the 5 stars Napoleon! :)

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Matching tatts are the best tatts!

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Thank you Taryn!! Let us know when you are ready for more!! :)

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1 year ago

An absolute chill place. You want an absolute great tat? Come here! All the artists are good el_ugo is amazing

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Thank you for the 5 stars Chris! We love Hugo! He’s the man

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Wow Nelly! You’re so strong! We love this, and Michelle!

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Darya is the sweetest! Thank you for this 5 star review Ursula (:

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Ask the Community - Guru Tattoo

Does this shop do piercings?

Hi Lex! Unfortunately we do not do piercings at Guru Tattoo.

Do you have an ATM nearby or inside?

I recall there was one in the lobby

Do you guys work with UV ink?

No we don’t, just conventional tattoo pigments. Sorry!

Are you doing any Friday the 13th specials?

Not this year! Maybe next time.

Whats the minimum price for a small tattoo?

Our hourly rate starts at $200 and the shop minimum is $100.

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Review Highlights - Guru Tattoo

We were introduced to Morgan who ended up doing the tattoo and she is awesome.

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Evolve Tattoo Removal - We love our new space!

Evolve Tattoo Removal

4.9(105 reviews)
0.0 mi

If you are thinking about tattoo removal, Evolve is the place you want to go. Seriously. I am…read morepretty critical about businesses that have to do with making clients feel comfortable when in a vulnerable state and I am so impressed by my first interaction with Evolve. Look, I`m in my 40s now and have some wisdom, but in my 20s, I was getting tattooed without really thinking about the artists skill or if I really, truly wanted the tattoo. Now that I`m older, I`m in phase two of my tattoo journey, which includes both covering up some pieces and now, removing some pieces either as a full removal(or as close to it) or lightening. Thus my journey with Evolve has begun. I had my consultation and first session with Mary today. I had no idea I was going to go through with a session on the spot, but after talking with Mary and feeling really comfortable and pleased with the information I received, the professionalism, and Mary's good nature and attitude, I went ahead and dove in head first. I went to talk about 3 different areas I wanted to work on and ended up staying to work on the bigger piece on my back. Go big or go home. Really, though, I should have started with a smaller piece because I`m not going to lie, laser tattoo removal is painful. Yes, your mileage may vary and it will depend on the size and area of the tattoo, but truthfully, it is no walk in the park. Mary was incredibly kind and sensitive to the pain involved with this process. They have numbing cream if you need it and with the laser, you get a nice arctic blast of air over the area. I have a lot of tattoos all over, and this was spicier than I thought. The care that Evolve places on their process and the passion they perform their work with is unmatched and you will be in the best hands during your sessions. Need to take a lot of breaks? Totally fine. Communicate and you will be met with kindness and understanding because this is not a comfortable process. I will provide an update as I go along my journey. I want to schedule my next session, for my smaller pieces, and get those going as well. Appointments are easy to schedule, you get text and email reminders, and the part that everyone wants to know about: Pricing. VERY reasonable. I did one consultation at another place a couple of years ago and said forget it because of the insane(in my opinion) cost per session for a very small piece. You won't know how many sessions you will need, of course, but they sometimes have specials or package deal that will take a bit extra off of already doable pricing. The only minor note I have is that parking can be tricky. This is not Evolve's fault. It is the nature of the area. So, may the force be with you. Get there early and you might have to do a little walking.

I came in a week ago to see Mary for my first permanent makeup tattoo removal session (nano/combo…read morebrows). I originally had my brows done in Fall 2023 with a touch-up done in Fall 2024, and while I really liked them at first, I felt like the ink was progressively turning grey which gave me a noticeably harsher look over time, especially on days that I'm not wearing makeup (which is most of the time anyways since I work from home). I contemplated getting laser removal for the first half of this year and finally decided to pull the trigger. My biggest regret is not getting this done sooner! Mary and I had a quick consultation before the session and their online NP gave me clearance to do the procedure on the same day. Honestly, the laser was a lot less painful than I initially thought. Mary is also so friendly and walked me through every step. We did a test patch on the tail of my brows first, and decided I wanted to laser my entire eyebrow since it looked really good for a first session. I was advised to wait until the 6 week mark to see if I'd need another session since my first session lightened my brows significantly. After a few days, I was left with a slight red-brown hue to my brows, but it's really easy to cover up with foundation at this point. Overall, I'd highly recommend coming to Evolve if you're looking to remove your microblading/powder brows. Skip the saline removal and start with laser!

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Evolve Tattoo Removal - This patient had very large tattoos that were no match for our Astanza laser.

This patient had very large tattoos that were no match for our Astanza laser.

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Cosmetic Laser Dermatology - Our amazing team of experts.

Cosmetic Laser Dermatology

4.3(694 reviews)
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I love Dr. Fabi so much. I've been seeing her for 10 years, and I genuinely look better now than…read morewhen I started. That says everything. She listens to my concerns and I have complete confidence that when she recommends something to me, she has my best interest in mind and the results are always natural. I always look like myself -- just better. I've referred multiple friends to her and they've all had the same experience. Highly recommend without hesitation.

I'm writing this review after intentionally waiting two full weeks to give everything time to…read moresettle. I was a long-time patient at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology and exclusively saw Dr. Loyal, who has since left the practice. I then booked with Dr. Sabrina Fabi for the first time, influenced by her large social media presence and how the front desk emphasized how hard it is to get an appointment with her. For context, I'm very experienced with Botox and have had it done many times in the same areas without issue. At this visit, I received Botox in my masseters, crow's feet, under-eye bag line, 11s, and forehead. None of these areas were new for me. Dr. Fabi arrived about 40 minutes late, which I was told is "typical." That night, I developed large, visible lumps in my masseters and additional bumps near my temples when opening my mouth. I'd never experienced anything like this before. I returned to the office two days later and was told it was "normal" and that Botox takes two weeks to settle. By the time of my follow-up appointment nearly a week later, my appearance was extremely abnormal. The best way I can describe it is that I looked like a mix between Chiseled Squidward and Quasimodo. I pay a premium to go to a cosmetic dermatology practice because this is my face, and I expect expertise, precision, and accountability. At the follow-up, I felt dismissed and gaslit. While the masseter issue was acknowledged, my main concern was new bumps near my eyes that I never had before. Dr. Fabi insisted they were always there, which is simply not true. I have clear before photos. When I said I felt my before looked better, her response was, "Oh, with your hooded eyes?" That comment felt unnecessary and unprofessional. It has now been over a week since the follow-up and the bumps are still present. I paid $1,500 and feel worse about my appearance than when I walked in. Botox has risks, but the lack of ownership and dismissal of my concerns is why I won't be returning. I'll be sharing photos so others can make an informed decision.

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Binx Inks - Fresh brows from 2 years ago

Binx Inks

5.0(39 reviews)
2.9 mi

Overall amazing experience! Never been one to get a tattoo or do any sort of permanent makeup so…read moregoing in was unsure what to expect. Char is super flexible with scheduling, sends over detailed and important information prior, spends ample time during the consultation to achieve the exact look, and made the entire process stress free. What surprised me is the pain level or I guess lack of pain during the appointment and such ease of care afterwards. She's super soft handed and detail oriented. Wish I did this years ago.

I have wrestled with the idea of microblading for over 2 years. As a professional, I like to look…read morefresh faced and not overdone. Most days at 5am, trying to get eyebrows to look symmetrical was such a chore, and I was tired of spending so much time and money on a million different eyebrow/makeup products. Despite my frustration, I was absolutely terrified to do microblading for the following reasons: 1) fear of "tattoo green" looking eyebrows 2) afraid it would affect my eyebrow hair growth 3) it was permanent forever 4) the artist would pick the wrong shape. I researched over 150 microblading artists, even in different states, because it was important to me to pick the right artist for my needs. Then I found Binx! Charlene is a p e r f e c t i o n i s t! She made sure my eyebrows look so natural! Just what I was hoping for. She educated me on everything. Microblading is semi-permanent and typically lasts about two years. Touch ups are recommended every few months as needed. It also does not affect hair growth. My new eyebrows only require minimal grooming. There was absolutely no pain, and the color was perfect! It was so subtle, even my closest friends didn't notice it was microblading! If you are on the fence, Charlene is your girl!

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