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Permanent makeup training · California

Permanent Makeup Training for Students Across California

Mahsa Gerami teaches stand-alone 3-day permanent makeup courses at her studio in Tarzana, Los Angeles. Students come from across California, so this page covers what to plan before you travel, what each course includes, and what you need to know about practicing permanent makeup in your own county.

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Course length
3 consecutive days
Tuition
$3,500 to $6,000 depending on the course
Group size
About 3–4 students
Languages
English or Farsi

Four private one-on-one courses: Mixed Brows (Microblading + Shading), Microblading, Lip Blush, and Lash Line. 4 to 6 training days depending on the course, with tuition $3,500 to $6,000 depending on the course and a full professional starter kit included.

Training is in small groups of about 3–4 students, or private one-on-one when available, in English or Farsi.

Students receive a certificate of completion. A course certificate is not a license: to practice in California you register with your local health department. See California PMU requirements.

The four courses

  • Microblading & Brow Fundamentals: hand-drawn hair-stroke brows
  • Powder/Ombre Brows: machine-shaded brows
  • Lip Blush Fundamentals: soft, lasting lip color
  • Permanent Eyeliner Fundamentals: lash-line enhancement and liner

Each course stands alone, so you can start with one technique and add others later. Every course includes three days of instruction with Mahsa, supervised practice, course materials, a student kit where applicable, business and client-consultation guidance, and a certificate of completion. The full day-by-day outline is on the permanent makeup training page.

Planning your trip to Tarzana

The studio is at 18321 Ventura Blvd, Suite 680, Tarzana, in the San Fernando Valley. Courses run on three consecutive days, so students from outside Los Angeles usually plan three or four nights nearby.

  • Flying in: Hollywood Burbank Airport and Los Angeles International Airport both serve the area. Burbank is usually the easier airport for the Valley.
  • Staying nearby: look for lodging along the Ventura Boulevard corridor in Tarzana, Encino, or Woodland Hills to keep the daily drive short.
  • Parking: paid building parking is available, with no validation. Arrive about 15 minutes early each day.
  • Scheduling: request dates early so you can book travel once your course is confirmed.

Who the courses are for

The courses are beginner-friendly unless a course says otherwise, and they also suit makeup artists and beauty professionals adding permanent makeup, and permanent makeup artists refining one technique. Small groups mean Mahsa can watch your hand and correct technique as you practice.

Training is available in English or Farsi. If you are deciding whether permanent makeup is the right career, read a career in permanent makeup first.

Practicing permanent makeup in your county

California does not issue a state license for permanent makeup. Under the Safe Body Art Act, practitioners register with the local health department where they work, complete bloodborne pathogens training, and work only in a facility with a body art health permit. Requirements and fees are set locally, so check with the health department in your own county before you start taking clients.

A certificate of completion shows you finished a course. It is not a license, and it does not replace the county registration and bloodborne pathogens training required to practice. Read California PMU requirements for the details and official sources.

Tuition and payment

Tuition is $6,000 for Mixed Brows (6 days), $5,000 for Microblading (5 days), $5,000 for Lip Blush (5 days), and $3,500 for Lash Line (4 days). Every course includes a full professional starter kit. Flexible payment options may be available. Exact payment schedules, deposits, cancellation terms, and refund policies are disclosed before enrollment.

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Request course information with the course you want and the dates that suit your travel, or call or text (424) 230-4356. You can also message @makeupbymahsag on Instagram.

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Questions clients ask

Can I take permanent makeup training in Los Angeles if I live elsewhere in California?

Yes. Students travel from across California for Mahsa Gerami's 3-day courses at her Tarzana studio. Each course runs on three consecutive days, so most out-of-town students plan three or four nights nearby.

How much does the training cost?

Mixed Brows is $6,000 for 6 days, Microblading $5,000 for 5 days, Lip Blush $5,000 for 5 days, and Lash Line $3,500 for 4 days, each including a full professional starter kit. Flexible payment options may be available.

Does the course give me a license to do permanent makeup?

No. You receive a certificate of completion. California has no state PMU license; you register with the local health department where you will work and meet its requirements.

Which airport is closest to the studio?

Hollywood Burbank Airport is usually the easier airport for the San Fernando Valley. Los Angeles International Airport also serves the area.

Is the training taught in Farsi?

Yes. Courses are taught in English or Farsi.

How many students are in a class?

Small groups are about 3–4 students. Private one-on-one training is available when scheduling allows.

Written by Mahsa Gerami, The Brow Doctor | Makeup By Mahsa G.. Last updated .

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