Yep, I'm a guy leaving a review about makeup... sort of. I'm writing this for my wife who saw Monica to have her eyebrows filled/tattooed. I guess I look at them more than she does so maybe I am qualified. I was really against permanent makeup because I see it all the time and it doesn't look good... Now I recognize that I was probably only seeing "bad work" done on people. It didn't occur to me that "good work" SHOULD go unnoticed. Take home message is that Monica was AWESOME and the amazing work she did for my wife was totally worth it. read more

I went through Groupon but instead of the service being cheaper it was over $100 more by the time I paid for the touch up. Monica (below) disputes this and, indeed, after her explanation I do see that I saved money with Groupon. However, her website is not clear that her regular pricing is à la carte. Other permanent makeup places I've been to (2 others) always included a touch up with the initial payment. That is on me for making the assumption that Monica's pricing would be the same as the - in my experience- industry standard. I am also unhappy with the result. My eyeliner does not even extend over the entire lash line. At my initial appointment, I described exactly what I wanted. Apparently Monica does not take notes on each client. She insists (below) that she did her job then let me assess before I left. She also insists that one cannot tell the quality of the job directly following the procedure because of swelling. However, regardless of whatever swelling my eyelids had, the liner does not extend to the end of my lid in spite of me telling her what I wanted at our initial appointment. No reduction in swelling is going to change that. In my experience, permanent artists check and double check what the clients want. She never told me she would not give me the wings I asked for. I was stunned and just wanted to get out of there when Monica said she was finished. It was incredibly painful and was just insult to injury when she declared she was finished when it was not at all what I had asked for. Yes, that was on me for leaving when I was not satisfied but I was through with the entire experience by then. One last thing, Monica asked me at the touch up appointment what color she had used on me initially. Again, Why didn't she have notes to refer to rather than relying on me to remember? Things are bound to go wrong if artists are dependent on their clients memory. My last point, Maybe permanent eyeliner always hurts this much but I would never go through this experience again. Not for these results at least. read more

Kiss and Makeup Studio - Incomplete eyeliner. Not worth the pain or expense. - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I enjoyed my first eyebrow session with Monica. She has been doing permanent makeup for 16 years, and he expertise put me at ease. The studio is cute & relaxing, with stress-free parking. I can't wait to get them touched-up this week! read more

I booked a permanent eyeliner service at Kiss & Makeup. All scheduling and payment are done through the studio's app, which made communication difficult -- the makeup artist refers calls and questions to the app. The app canceled my first appointment, failed to collect a deposit, failed to cancel an appointment, and later created a new appointment without my approval, leading to a "no-show" charge. The eyeliner faded within a few weeks, and I didn't get a response after canceling the touchup and sharing feedback. Positives: Groupon price was honored, the studio is easy to reach, and parking is convenient. In summary, the results didn't last as expected, and the app made the process frustrating. Better communication and support would improve the experience. read more

Been seeing Monica for over 10 years already. Get powder brows and lower liner. Very gentle, kind and knows what she is doing. I definitely feel like she cares and always ask questions and to see how I feel. I always get compliments from friends about my brows. It's a quick procedure and having to be numbed, it's not painful. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Kiss and Makeup Studio - Her cute area - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Monica did my permanent eyeliner and I absolutely LOVE it! If you've been considering something like this, do it! She'll make you feel comfortable right from the start. read more

I love my eyeliner and it's so convenient to have it! Monica is super chill too. Really knows what she's doing

Monica has been the best she took her time and I'm so pleased with my eyeliner I'm 61 years old but at any age it's nice to not have to put makeup on. I plan on having my lips tattooed soon. read more

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I've been going to Monica for years! The first time was about 5 years ago for eyeliner. Couple years later I went in for eyebrows which was one of the best decisions I've ever made and I absolutely love my brows. Of course because I wear makeup and wash my face and spend time out in the sun it does fade a little just like any other tattoo so maintenance is necessary but differs for each person. Today Monica touched up my eyebrows by microblading (it's been about 3 years)and I'm even more obsessed! Monica is super friendly and professional. She is very reasonable and if there are any issues she definitely goes out of her way to make it right. Also for those worried about pain, a nice little tip/trick Monica taught me was to put lidocaine on before heading in to your appointment with her. She will add more when you get there making sure you're numb and ready to go (for lips and brows only! Don't go putting that stuff in your eyes ) The before pic I posted is before I ever did anything to my brows. After, is microblading on top of faded permanent brows read more

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I would highly recommend makeup by Monica (Kiss and Make-up)!!! She is so professional and does an amazing job. She did my permanent eyeliner back in June 2019, and I just went in for my touch-up yesterday (that's about 3.5 years!). I was so shocked (again) how amazing Monica is. She makes tattooing upper and lower eyeliner seem so effortless. She makes sure you're numb, she listens to what your goal is, and she does a perfect job. read more

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Monica is very good and I can't recommend her enough! This review is long overdue. I've had my permanent eyeliner by Monica for about 5 weeks now. Her studio is nice, inviting and private and is easy to access even from Portland. Monica was a sweetheart and took the time to hear what I wanted and she delivered exactly the results I was looking for. I wanted something natural because I usually don't wear much makeup. But as I get older, my eyes really needed a lift and pop of color! The process took about an hour to do top and bottom lids. It is not painless, but you forget it in a few hours. I had relatively little swelling and I wouldn't even say that I need a touch up. She recommends that you are patient and wait for the results in about a week. Everyday I liked the outcome more and more - so be patient! When I returned back to work after the summer, most people commented on how rested I looked! If you can handle a bit of discomfort, for a short duration, then go for it! I don't regret it at all! read more

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I went to Monica a few years back to have my eyeliner touched up. Monica was very professional yet friendly. I really loved how my eyeliner turned out. As I said in my original review I would definitely be a returning customer. I returned to have my eyeliner touch up done. I am so satisfied with her work. She absolutely amazing! I highly recommend Monica. read more

Kiss and Makeup Studio - Two days after my appointment. Still a little swollen and healing. - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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I've penciled in my brows for years and struggled daily with making them even, I can't thank Monica enough for how much time she has saved me each morning getting ready and has improved my self image. I've gone back for touch ups throughout the years and she's always very open to my requests and ever changing goal of how I want my brows to look. She takes her time and I've always felt comfortable asking questions. Her studio is very clean and welcoming. Always enjoy seeing her. Getting lash tint and lift as well next time I'm in. read more

Monica was upfront that the eyeliner ink might not take. After it scabbed up, it fell right off, ink and all on half my eyelid. Monica was nice and she did a touch up a couple weeks later and it still didn't take in the same spots. She offered for me to come in again but I declined because that was a lot to subject myself to. After a few months, the parts of my eyeliner that did take, faded into a blueish black like an old tattoo. My sister had her eyes done in another state and it's lasted 4 years. I guess it's just the type of ink used. So long story short, I'm still using store bought eyeliner to cover up the parts where the ink didn't last. read more

Kiss and Makeup Studio - Monica said the eyeliner Ink used doesn't always take and you have to touch up. I tried 2 times and it didn't take. - Permanent Makeup Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Monica is amazing and is the best at what she does! She did my eyebrows about 6 years ago, they lasted forever and got them recently touched up. I know I may have went over due on touchups but the color lasted and honestly the fade out was great, it didn't turn blue or red like I've seen on most people! Also she used a numbing cream on me because I'm a big baby, however she made me feel at most comfortable. I highly recommend her for your next tattoo experience. read more

Don't do it. Uneven, blotchy, hacky. Three years later, going to her was the biggest regret of my aesthetic life. Erik Berntsen is the absolute best. read more

I love Monica! She is a very sweet lady who does an amazing job. I don't wear makeup at work but wanted a little definition to my eye lashes which meant I needed a small line on my eyes. She did a great job. You can't even tell I have a tattoo, doesn't even look like eye liner; it looks very natural which is exactly what I wanted. I can't thank her enough for her great skill. I also found out I'm allergic to A&D ointment during this process. Monica was great. She walked me through everything I needed to do. Thank you Monica! I look forward to working with you again in the future! read more

Monica explained everything clearly about process, aftercare, and expectations. Very willing to listen to my wants. Having my eyeliner done was one of the best decisions for me I love not having to worry about putting my eyeliner on in the morning or wiping off. Monica did a great job taking her time, making sure both eyes were even.. I love her studio that she has made for herself. I always get compliments on my eyeliner and would highly recommend Monica. read more

Monica does an amazing job! Definitely recommend her. She listens, works with you to pick the best shape and color for your brows, and is extremely professional! Plus she's fun! See you soon for microblading! Can't wait! read more

Thanks for my awesome eyebrows!! I love them so much. No I feel good with out makeup!! you should have her do your micro blading

I asked for natural looking brows as I am the furthest away from glam- there is. When I asked to see the magnification mirror as the procedure was being completed, Monica told me, "I should slap that out of your hand, I don't let people do that. You should just look at the mirror on the wall." I really did not want to write this review, but I feel it's needed. I started this permanent make up journey with Monica on a Groupon and That was my first mistake. At each step of the way for eyebrows and eyeliner, I felt like I had to be very clear about what I wanted and I was told she was in agreement. Any time I questioned her about the results, I heard a lot of rationalization & justification. I kept thinking to myself she is a professional so, this is got to go right eventually. I was wrong. I wanted very much to like her and trust her work. I wish I had never gotten my Joan Crawford eyebrows. My left eyebrow has a mark below where the eyebrow ends, And she told me all that will fade don't worry about it. In retrospect I should've paid attention to my gut and finished the first service and had someone else try to correct it. I went back several times and each time I felt it was so difficult to get validation for my perspective; what would happen instead is that I felt like I was bossed into submission, each time trying to put my faith into her words. I am not writing this review to be mean. I'm actually very sad about the whole process. I did not feel she listens very well, and was very defensive toward me about her work, while trying to appear cordial and nice. Next time I will pay attention to my instincts. read more

I had my brows done about a year ago and was told I could get a free touchup within the first year. I scheduled my touchup appointment and Monica texted me back it would be $55.00 (something about running a special). Nope....if you go to her, which you shouldn't, get it in writing. read more

I scheduled a consultation with Monika and had a few questions about the procedure before I actually did it. She very professional and extremely helpful and I scheduled an appointment. Hopefully I will keep seeing her for many other permanent makeup work....... Thanks......G. Naito Tualatin,Oregon read more

Every time I come up to Vancouver I love stopping in and getting a facial and my makeup done by Monica. She is such a professional. Fun conversations and a good time. I highly recommend Monica for all of your beauty needs. read more

Monica is the best!! I was very ill many years ago and lost my eyebrows and they never grew back after my illness. After years of drawing them on I decided to get them done permanently, but had a not-so-good first experience and spent another couple of years drawing over my permanent eyebrows to cover them up. I had seen Monica years back for laser hair removal and had heard that she was doing permanent cosmetics and was amazing at it, so I figured I'd give it another shot. She was able to fix the botched eyebrow tattooing I had done previously and my eyebrows now look beautiful!!! I loved them so much, I came back and had her do my permanent eyeliner and I love it just as much!! It takes me only minutes to get ready in the morning now, I just throw on some BB cream and blush and I'm out the door thanks to my permanent makeup! I will continue to come back to Monica for touch ups every year! read more

My experience with Monica was excellent! I'd been thinking about getting permanent makeup for my eyebrows for probably 6-7 years since losing nearly all of mine because of a medication, and I'd always been afraid to allow someone to do something permanent on my face that I'd have to live with whether it was well done or not. Monica was very reassuring, took things slowly with me in terms of making the decisions involved in shaping, color, etc., and really put me at ease with the process. She also takes the more conservative route in terms of starting smaller and lighter, with the premise that we can always darken or go broader. Overall an outstanding experience, and excellent result!! read more